PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on Monday, starting at 8:30 a.m. in the second-floor meeting room 203 of the Marshall County Building in Plymouth.
On the agenda are reports from Highway Superintendent Jason Peters, County Attorney Sean Surrisi, and Auditor Angie Birchmeier. Also on the agenda are Tim Starr of Marshall County HOPE, Treasurer Wendy Tapia with fall tax collection hours, Greg Hildebrand of the MCEDC, and Jodie Overmyer of Soil and Water. Among the Commissioners’ items are second readings of ordinances on CASA, vacation of an alley, EPIC fund, and the purchase of 401 W. Jefferson St.
CULVER — Monday, Oct. 6 is Culver Townwide Cleanup Pick Up Day.
Place items for disposal at the curb on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4 and 5. The utilities crew will collect items on Monday, Oct. 6. When putting items out, please secure items that might blow away and set them apart from your trash and recycling cans. Tires and hazardous waste will not be accepted.
PLYMOUTH — On Oct. 2 at 6 a.m., Plymouth Police received a 911 hangup call from a residence on Berkley Street.
Upon arriving at the residence, officers located Blake Brown inside a residence from which he had been previously trespassed. Brown was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Marshall County Jail where he was lodged for the pending charge of Criminal Trespass.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On Oct. 1 at 4:25 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle whose license plates were found to be false and fictitious.
The vehicle pulled over on Council Dr and Western Ave. During the stop, there was a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. K9 Officer Vinson and his partner Castor arrived on scene and did a free air sniff, and Castor alerted on the vehicle for possible narcotics. A vehicle search was done, and there were 28 grams of marijuana located in the vehicle. The driver was identified as Amber Pittman, 41 years old, of Knox. Pittman also advised that she didn’t have insurance on the vehicle. Pittman was placed under arrest for possession of marijuana and driving with no insurance, with a prior conviction. The vehicle was impounded and towed by Lyons Towing. She was transported to Marshall County Jail.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Prosecutor’s Office announced today the impound of two horses posing a public safety hazard.
Court documents allege that since 2024, Officers at the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department have responded to over 35 calls for service involving two horses in the 6500 Block of Plymouth-Laporte Trail. Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies frequently corral the loose horses and return them to their owner, with most occurrences involving the horses being in a public roadway, posing serious danger to motorists. According to Court documents, the horses shall be evaluated by the State Veterinarian, and if determined to be in jeopardy, the animals can be confiscated. Jenetta Nickerson, the horses’ owner, has been charged with Cruelty to an Animal and Animals Running at Large in Marshall County Superior Court 2. Charging information is a mere allegation and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The latest investigation is led by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, including First Sgt. Nick Laffoon and Detective Sergeant Jonathan Bryant, and prosecution by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Ashley Lowe of the Marshall County Prosecutor’s Office.
BREMEN — On Sept. 25, at 1 p.m., a Marshall County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Deputy responded to the report of a suspicious person walking on the railroad tracks in the area of US 6 and Beech Road.
Upon arrival, the K-9 Deputy made contact with a male subject, later identified as 35-year-old Samuel Lian of Indianapolis, walking on the railroad tracks. Upon making contact with Lian, he was asked to stop trespassing on the railroad property numerous times. Lian refused to comply with the officer’s requests and commands for approximately 30 minutes. When officers attempted to approach him, Lian proceeded to resist and batter law enforcement with a deadly weapon. Utilizing the K-9 patrol vehicle’s remote door opener, K-9 Officer Diesel was deployed and utilized to apprehend Lian. Lian continued to resist arrest while being apprehended by K-9 Officer Diesel, but was ultimately taken into custody safely without further incident. While in police custody, Lian provided a false identity statement. Bremen EMS arrived on scene and transported him to Bremen Hospital, where he was treated for his injuries. He was then transported to the Marshall County Jail and booked for Battery Committed with a Deadly Weapon – Level 5 Felony, Resisting Law Enforcement with a Deadly Weapon – Level 5 Felony, Battery Against a Public Safety Official – Level 6 Felony, Resisting Law Enforcement with Two Prior Convictions – Level 6 Felony, False Identity Statement – Class A Misdemeanor, Criminal Trespass on Railroad – Class B Misdemeanor, and Refusal to Identify – Class C Misdemeanor. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted by the Indiana State Police, Bremen Police Department, and Bremen EMS.
PLYMOUTH — On Sept. 30, at 10:42 p.m., Plymouth Police were called to Walmart for a report of a vehicle that had just been stolen.
An officer had located the stolen vehicle at the Sunoco Gas Station on N. Michigan Street in Plymouth. A short while later, a Marshall County Deputy located eighteen-year-old Logan R. Terry, of Freedom, Indiana, hiding in a wooded area behind the Enterprise Rent-a-Car on N. Michigan Street. After an investigation was conducted, Terry was transported to the Marshall County Jail, where he was booked and lodged for Auto Theft, Possession of Marijuana and Minor in possession of alcohol.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
LaPAZ — An Indianapolis man is in custody following a pursuit that initially began in the city of Elkhart and ultimately ended with a crash in Marshall County.
This morning at approximately 8 a.m., the Indiana State Police received information on a stolen 2023 Ford Edge that was involved in a pursuit with the Elkhart Police Department this morning. During this pursuit, a juvenile standing at a bus stop stumbled or fell while trying to avoid the fleeing vehicle. This juvenile was struck by the side of the Ford as it sped past. The Elkhart Police Department then terminated the pursuit. At approximately 8:35 a.m., the Indiana State Police received information that this stolen vehicle was possibly at a gas station near the intersection of US 6 and Michigan Road near Lapaz in Marshall County. Trooper Andy Barker responded to the area and was able to confirm that this was the vehicle from the pursuit in Elkhart. As Barker and a Marshall County Deputy arrived, the Ford fled southbound on Michigan Road. As the Ford fled southbound on Michigan Road, the driver began to drive southbound in the northbound lane. A trooper approaching from the south had to move off the roadway and onto the shoulder to avoid being struck by the fleeing Ford. The driver of the Ford continued southbound, approaching the roundabout for Veterans Parkway, just north of Plymouth. As the Ford approached this intersection, the driver swerved towards another police vehicle and then drove into a ditch towards two Plymouth police officers who were attempting to deploy stop sticks. These officers were able to avoid being hit. The Ford continued southbound in the ditch and then struck a white Toyota Prius that was approaching the roundabout from the east. This caused the Ford to spin and come to a stop on the southeast side of the roundabout. Officers with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, Plymouth Police Department, and Indiana State Police were able to box the vehicle in. The driver, identified as Jamarius Bryant, 37, of Indianapolis, kicked out a rear window of the Ford and then fled on foot southbound. Bryant was then tased and taken into custody. After being medically cleared, he was taken to the Marshall County Jail for Attempted Murder, Resisting Law Enforcement, and Theft.
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On Sept. 26, at 4 a.m., Plymouth Police were dispatched to S. Plum St. in reference to a domestic disturbance.
Upon arrival, Officers located a woman outside wrapped in only a towel. Inside the home was a significant amount of blood throughout the house, along with multiple bloody knives. The suspect, Celvin Diaz Meraz, 37, of Plymouth, was ultimately located inside the home with a laceration to his hand. Diaz-Meraz was transported to St. Joseph Hospital to be treated for his injuries. It was alleged that Diaz-Meraz had attempted to force sexual relations on the unwilling victim who was located outside the home. A second male who was at the residence stopped the sexual battery. Through the process of the investigation, it was found that Diaz-Meraz was the aggressor in the situation and that he had grabbed the victim around the throat, restricting the airway. He had also confined and battered the victim before the second male showed up to help. Diaz-Meraz was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail, where he was lodged for Sexual Battery- Level 6 Felony, Strangulation- Level 6 Felony, Criminal Confinement- Level 6 Felony, Intimidation- Level 6 Felony, and Battery- Class A Misdemeanor.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On the morning of Sept. 30, at 5:30 am, Plymouth Police Officers responded to the 300 block of Webster Avenue for a vehicle crash. When officers arrived on the scene, it was determined that a vehicle had struck a parked, unoccupied vehicle on the shoulder of the roadway.
The driver was identified as 49-year-old, Travis Lamb of Plymouth. Lamb was suspected of being under the influence of a controlled substance and was taken into custody for operating a vehicle-controlled substance and endangerment. The passenger in the same vehicle that was driven by Lamb fled the scene and was quickly located. The passenger was identified as 38-year-old Nathaniel White of Westville. White was taken into custody for failure to render aid, public intoxication, possession of paraphernalia, and possession of methamphetamine. Lamb and White were both transported and lodged at the Marshall County Jail.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On Sept. 26, Plymouth Police units were dispatched to Dora Lane in reference to a physical domestic disturbance.
While en route, dispatch advised the man involved was intoxicated and possibly armed with a handgun. Upon the officer’s arrival, contact was made with both persons involved. Nathan A. Tidy, 31, of Plymouth, was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail on charges of intimidation and domestic battery.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
INDIANAPOLIS — More than 300 volunteers are needed to support the world’s largest food sport event that will be held at the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center on Thursday, October 16, through Sunday, October 19.
The World Food Championships, the largest food sport competition in the world, is seeking an additional 300 volunteers to support their global event that features more than 300 competitive cooking teams battling it out for the coveted title of World Food Champion and a share of the $450,000 prize purse. This year, the WFC event will include the 58th Annual World Championship Chili Cook-off, presented by the International Chili Society, as part of the celebration that promises to be bigger and better than ever! Volunteer opportunities include: Event Setup: Assist with setting up the event site Competition Support: Assisting with judging, pantry, and competition needs Consumer Support: Assisting with special events, merchandise, and stages Information Support: Provide information and answer questions for attendees World Championship Chili Cook-off: Assisting with the WCCC competition Interested volunteers, 16 years of age and older, can register for a shift at https://worldfoodchampionships.com/volunteer2025. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt, free food while working, and two free passes (for access during a non-volunteer day). Opening Rounds on Thursday and Friday are invitation-only. Consumer activity begins with the new IGNITE! WFC BBQ & Music Kickoff party taking place on Friday, Oct. 17 from 6 – 9 PM. Public days featuring competitive competitions, premium consumer experiences, and more will run from 8 AM – 7 PM on both Saturday, October 18, and Sunday, October 19. Awards will be presented on Sunday, October 19, from 6 – 8 PM. Tickets to the 2025 World Food Championships can be purchased via the WFC website. For more information about the World Food Championships and how to volunteer, visit WorldFoodChampionships.com.
CULVER — The Culver Town Council heard the first reading of the proposed budget for the coming year in their meeting last week.
Culver Clerk-Treasurer Karen Heim outlined the budget for the Council that totals $4,030,964 for the year. Heim said that she expects the tax reforms passed in Indiana’s Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) to provide property tax relief, will have a direct effect on the Culver budget. Heim said that she expects at least $48,000 less in tax draw for this year. The Bill provided tax relief primarily through a new 10% homestead property tax credit, capped at $300, and enhanced benefits for seniors and disabled veterans. The bill also includes significant reforms to local income taxes (LIT), requiring annual re-authorization by counties and cities and changing how these funds are distributed. Heim told the board that the budgeted $3,175,377 in the General Fund would be a deficit of around $426,000, but she also told the board that traditionally, she budgets high and did not expect to spend the entire amount. In any case, she said that the Culver General Fund was healthy and would support the budgeted amount. The Council will hear the second and possibly third reading of the budget at their meeting on Oct. 9.
Average gasoline prices in Indiana have risen 7.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.10/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 20.6 cents per
gallon lower than they were a month ago and stand 12.3 cents per gallon lower than they were a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 1.3 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $3.652 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $2.62/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $4.11/g, a difference of $1.49/g. The national average price of gasoline has decreased by 5.8 cents per gallon over the last week, currently averaging $ 3.08 per gallon today. “Gas prices have seen a notable weekly drop in most states as seasonal factors ramp up their impact—namely the switch to cheaper winter gasoline and falling gasoline demand,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “Price cycling markets led the way with significant declines in Ohio, Florida, and Michigan, while Indiana experienced a price cycle that resulted in the largest weekly increase of any state last week. For now, seasonal factors will remain the primary driver of relief at the pump, though we continue to monitor the tropics for any potential disruptions to seasonal trends.” GasBuddy’s averages, graphs, maps and historical pricing data covering the U.S. and Canada is available 24/7 at http://prices.GasBuddy.com.
PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Highway Department will be paving the following roads:
•Tall Oaks Subdivision These roads will be closed, with limited access. Please use caution, slow down, and be alert when traveling near or through construction zones. Please seek an alternate route until the work is completed. Be mindful of our workers and road conditions.
PLYMOUTH — On Sept. 21 at 2 p.m., a vehicle being driven by Landon J. Lewis, 31 of Rochester, was stopped for a traffic infraction.
Lewis had active warrants for his arrest through Fulton and Whitley counties. During the stop, suspected marijuana was also located in the vehicle. Lewis was lodged at the Marshall County Jail.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
FEMA’s Ready Campaign is celebrating National Preparedness Month, an annual time for everyone to take preparedness seriously.
This year’s theme is “Preparedness Starts at Home”, which focuses on getting back to the essentials of preparedness. Before there was ever emergency management, families took the lead in preparing themselves for disasters. Every individual should still be taking steps to keep themselves safe when disaster strikes. The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency will continue to take its own large-scale preparedness and mitigation efforts to ensure our county and its communities are resilient and able to prepare, respond, and recover from all types of emergencies. But citizens can make the jobs of emergency management and first responders much easier by keeping themselves safe. Here are a few tips from the Ready Campaign to help make you and your loved ones more prepared in case of an emergency:
Know your risk Know what could happen where you and your family live. This helps you figure out what you need to do to stay safe. You can explore various disasters and emergencies on Ready.gov.
Make a family emergency plan Making a plan early helps you reduce stress and save time and money. Follow four easy steps and create a free Family Emergency Plan quickly and easily with our fillable form. Disasters are costly, but preparing for them doesn’t have to be. Taking time to prepare now can help save you thousands of dollars and give you peace of mind when the next disaster or emergency occurs. Visit Ready.gov’s low and no-cost tip page to see how you can be better prepared without spending a lot of money.
Build an emergency supply kit Having enough food, water, and medicine can help you stay safe and comfortable until help arrives. Having what you need can also prevent injury and damage to your home. Build a go-bag with all the essentials you might need, so you don’t need to scramble in an evacuation situation. Find a list of supplies at Build A Kit.
Get involved in your community by taking action to prepare for emergencies Emergencies can happen fast, and emergency responders aren’t always nearby. You may be able to save a life by taking simple actions immediately. You can learn these steps when you take a first aid class through many organizations in your community.
PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Historical Society is sponsoring a Brown Bag Lunch & Lecture Event on Friday, Oct. 10, from Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Museum Assistant Director Sue Irwin will talk about local architecture. Marshall County is full of interesting buildings and even more interesting stories that go with them. Nearly every architectural gem has a tale – from quirky to tragic. Come hear the histories of the oldest building in the Village of Maxinkuckee, some early truck stops, a house you could build from a kit, and more. The Brown Bag will be held at the Marshall County Historical Society & Museum, 123 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Pack a lunch and learn. For more information, please call 574-936-2306.
On Sept. 21 at 2:21 A.M., the Marshall County Central Dispatch advised of a man at a residence near 4B Rd and Plymouth-Laporte Trail claiming that he was involved in a property damage accident.
Marshall County Deputies responded, and during the course of the crash investigation, it was discovered that the driver, Logan Yeager, 23, of Monterey, was exhibiting signs of intoxication. Yeager was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail for Operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated on a controlled substance, and operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, endangering.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On Sept. 22 at 11:21 p.m., Plymouth Police were dispatched to Family Express on W Jefferson St. for a report of a theft.
Witnesses stated that a man had entered the store and left with an armful of items without paying for them. The suspect, Jamari T. Roper, 19, of Plymouth, was located at his residence and taken into custody without incident. Roper was transported to the Marshall County Jail.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
