Children new to the English language will be getting some extra help, during Plymouth Schools’ upcoming intersession period.
Culver Town Council to Meet Tonight
The Culver Town Council will meet tonight where the members will conduct a public hearing on the Sand Hill Farm residential tax abatement. The council will then consider a adopting a declaratory resolution designating the real estate containing the housing development as an economic target area and within an economic revitalization area for purposes of property tax abatement
The town council members will also consider second and third readings on the 2018 budget ordinance as well as an ordinance that establishes fees or costs for the Town of Culver Park and Recreation Department. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board Updated on Marshall County Promise Program
Kindergartners and first-graders got a chance to see what it’s like to go to college, thanks to the Marshall County Promise program. A group of first-graders from Webster Elementary School discussed their recent Walk into My Future trip with the Plymouth School Board last week. Continue reading
Marshall County Council to Meet Today
The Marshall County Council will meet this morning where they will approve readings on ordinances that pertain to the 2018 budgets for Marshall County, the Argos Community School Corporation, and the Marshall County Solid Waste District. The Marshall County 2018 salary ordinance and the Marshall County Community Corrections 2018 salary ordinance are also on the agenda for readings.
Plymouth BOW/Council to Meet Tonight
The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety will meet tonight where bids will be opened for the 2017 Fall street and sidewalk projects. Reports will also be given by the department heads. City Attorney Sean Surrisi will present a resolution that if approved would the board to write off delinquent and uncollectible water, wastewater, garbage and stormwater bills.
America Observes Fire Prevention Week
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Fire Prevention Week is the longest running public health observance on record.
First established in 1925 by President Calvin Coolidge, it was formed in order to commemorate the “Great Chicago Fire” of October of 1871 when more than 250 people died and another 100,000 were left homeless. This year, Fire Prevention Week started on the 8th and runs through the 14th. It serves as a reminder to individuals of all ages to be prepared for when the unexpected may strike.
During this week, parents and teachers are encouraged to go over basic fire prevention and safety tips with students at all levels. The NFPA has a few helpful resources that can help families be prepared in case of a fire. Continue reading
AAA: Infotainment Systems Can Create Dangerous Distractions for Drivers
Car infotainment systems can distract drivers for potentially dangerous periods of time. That’s according to researchers with the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.
Marshall County Tax Sale Set
The Marshall County tax sale is set for next week.
County Attorney Jim Clevenger reported to the commissioners on Monday that the application for Judgment and Order for Tax Sale was filed on Sept. 22 and the last day for objections on unpaid taxes was on Tuesday. The Judgment and Order was obtained yesterday.
Washington Discovery Academy Students to Volunteer with Blessings in a Backpack
Local elementary school students who need some nutritional assistance get help from Blessings in a Backpack. Now, some Plymouth students will get to be on the other side of the program, according to School Superintendent Andy Hartley. Continue reading
HIS Small Wonders Pre-School New Location Ribbon Cutting
HIS Small Wonders Pre-School has moved locations. Their facility is now housed in historic downtown Plymouth at the Old Firehouse at 220 N Center Street. The pre-school is hosting a ribbon cutting and open house on Wednesday, October 11th at 5:30 p.m.
Kristie Nate, the owner and director of the organization, said the event isn’t simply limited to parents with students at the school, it is open to everyone in the community. Nate expressed her gratitude to everyone who chipped in to renovate the facility which has been abandoned for years.
“All of the parents of our pre-schoolers jumped in and our staff and everyone helped make this happen from painting, to carpeting, to moving.” Nate explained, “Everybody worked together and we’re excited for the public to see how this can be used in downtown Plymouth.” Continue reading
October is National Cybersecurity Month
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security is encouraging all residents to take the necessary steps to achieve cyber security.
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security encourages you to take simple steps to safeguard yourself online and to learn strategies on how to recover from a cyber attack.
BMV Closed in Observance of Columbus Day
The branches of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles will be closed today and Monday, Oct. 9 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday.
Two Arrested after Traffic Stop
Two Knox residents were arrested overnight Friday after a traffic stop in the area of Rose Road and Lincoln Highway in Marshall County.
Marshall County Police say a K9 searched the 2006 Kia passenger vehicle and indicated the presence of narcotics. Officers reportedly found two used syringes under the passenger seat, plus 3.5 grams of heroin hidden underneath the floor carpeting on the driver’s side. Other items of drug paraphernalia were also allegedly collected.
Culver Man Arrested on Suspicion of Auto Theft
A Culver man was arrested Wednesday after Marshall County police received a call about an apparent car theft from a residence in the 7,000 block of 11A Road.
An officer with the Bourbon Police Department conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle reportedly matching the description of the stolen vehicle. During the course of the investigation, police reportedly found 58-year-old Ronald Bryan Finchum in possession of methamphetamine.
Finchum was booked into the Marshall County Jail on preliminary felony charges of auto theft and possession of methamphetamine.
Plymouth Man Dies in Marshall County Accident
The driver of a moped died after colliding with a pick-up in a Thursday afternoon accident in Marshall County.
Marshall County police say Danial Osborn, of Plymouth, was traveling north on State Road 17 on his moped and negotiating the curve at Sycamore Road at 2:51 p.m. when Dale Leiter, of Plymouth, was attempting to turn onto Sycamore Road in a Ford Ranger in front of Osborn and the pair collided.
Plymouth School Board Updates Employee Handbook, Classified Employee Guidelines
The Plymouth Community School Corporation has tightened its policies on background checks and drug testing for school employees. State law now requires school employees to have a background check every five years, not just when they’re first hired.
Shady Rest Committee to Meet Tuesday
Marshall County Commissioner Kurt Garner reminded fellow Commissioners Kevin Overmyer and Mike Delp this week that the Shady Rest Committee will be meeting again on Tuesday to discuss a proposal for use of the county home on Lincoln Highway in Plymouth.
On Tuesday, Sept. 26, the committee heard a proposal from Ted Hayden and Gregg Erickson who have teamed up to provide information on a proposed addiction recovery service at the Shady Rest Home. The Shady Rest Committee felt their offer of these services would greatly impact the community in the most effective way. Continue reading
Bremen Oktoberfest Begins Today
The three-day event that attracts people from all over to the Town of Bremen begins today.
Oktoberfest starts at 5 p.m. this evening with a choice of shopping at different vendor booths or feasting at over a dozen food vendors available during this event that continues Saturday and Sunday. Many craft ales will be available for tasting. Unique contests await Oktoberfest attendees including the longboard race Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m .and the soap box derby race at 4 p.m. The bed race gets underway Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. Oktoberfest concludes Sunday at 5 p.m. in downtown Bremen.
Culver Fall Fest Begins Today
Fall is here and the Town of Culver is ready to celebrate the changing of the season and all of the fun this time of the year has to offer.
The Culver Fall Fest begins today with a special concert by the Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers tribute band at the corner of Main and Jefferson Streets in the evening. This is the first time the group has played in the area and the first concert since the passing of Tom Petty. Hear these hits as you’ve never have heard them before beginning at 8 p.m. ET tonight.
Drive to Benefit Bremen Schools this Saturday
Tomorrow members of Marshall County not only have a chance to test-drive a new set of wheels for free, but they can also help assist a school corporation within the community simultaneously.
At Auto Park Ford in Bremen from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. anyone over the age of 18 with a valid driver’s license can test drive one of the vehicles and $20 will be donated to the Bremen School Corporation for each vehicle driven.
The test drives are limited to one per household. When Triton Schools did this same program back in August they, were able to raise approximately $5,000 for various school expenses and student activities.
