A LaPaz man was arrested Friday night on a drunk driving charge, but not before he allegedly tried to outrun police. Continue reading
Culver School Board Begins Interviewing Superintendent Applicants
The Culver Community Schools Corporation’s superintendent search moves into the next phase tonight. For the past couple weeks, the school board has been reviewing applications. Tonight, members will meet in executive session for the first round of interviews. Continue reading
Argos Comprehensive Plan Looks to Balance Growth with Small-Town Values
The Town of Argos hopes to fix dilapidated buildings, promote active transportation, and revitalize its downtown, all while maintaining its small-town values over the next decade. The town is putting the finishing touches on its 2030 Comprehensive Plan. It focuses on four core values: encouraging balanced growth, promoting economic prosperity and vitality, enhanced quality of life, and expanding transportation choices. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners to Consider E-Recording
The Marshall County recorder’s plans for electronic document filing will be considered by the county commissioners this morning. Recorder Marlene Mahler is expected to ask the commissioners to approve a contract with e-recording provider Simplifile, after the county council gave its support last week. Continue reading
Culver Council Reviews 2016 Annual Report
The Culver Town Council got a review of the community’s accomplishments over the past year. During last week’s meeting, Town Manager Jonathan Leist presented an annual report for 2016. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Consider Bus Bids, Get Update from SCILL Center
Bids for new school buses will be accepted by the Culver School Board this evening. Continue reading
Saint Joseph’s College Alumni Hope to Raise $20 Million, Replace School Officials
Saint Joseph’s College’s abrupt decision to suspend operations at the end of the current semester has alumni scrambling to raise the necessary funds to keep the school open. The Alumni Association Board of Directors is hoping to collect $20 million by April 1 through an effort they’re calling the “Involved for Life Fund.” Continue reading
Culver Elementary School to Get New Water Fountains, Thanks to Student Council and Elkay
Some Culver Elementary School students are working to improve student health while reducing waste. Continue reading
Plymouth Officials Report Increasing Success in Collecting EMS Bills
The Plymouth Board of Works voted this week to declare some EMS bills from 2012 delinquent and uncollectible, but one member wondered if there’s more the city can do to collect outstanding bills in the future. Jeff Houin noted that some people need a bit more motivation than collection letters and phone calls, before they’ll pay their bills. Continue reading
Culver-Union Township Library to See Two-Percent Drop in Bond Interest Rate, After Refinancing
The Culver-Union Township Public Library has been successful in refinancing some of its debt. Continue reading
NIPSCO Announces Grants for Environmental Initiatives
NIPSCO is accepting grant applications from northern Indiana nonprofit organizations with environmental initiatives through the end of March. Grants of between $500 and $5,000 will be awarded in mid-April prior to Earth Day. Continue reading
Culver Council Approves Elizabeth’s Garden Zoning Update
The Culver Town Council resolved a bit of a zoning discrepancy this week. Elizabeth’s Garden at 104 North Plymouth Street sits on land that was zoned for residential development. Continue reading
Synthetic Marijuana, Methamphetamine Allegedly Found in Bourbon Traffic Stop
Two people were arrested after a traffic stop allegedly turned up synthetic marijuana and methamphetamine. Bourbon Police say that around 8:15 Thursday night, they got a report that a white Pontiac with a possibly impaired driver was heading northbound on State Road 331 from State Road 10.
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Repair Costs Adding Up for Extension Office Copier
The Marshall County Purdue Extension Office’s purchase of a used copier a couple years ago is leading to some big repair bills now. Continue reading
Plymouth Board of Works Updated on Street Projects
The Plymouth Board of Works got an update Monday on a few street projects taking place in the city. Continue reading
Culver Council Considers Beach Lodge Improvements, Amphitheater Funding
The Culver Beach Lodge is getting a few repairs and minor upgrades. Continue reading
Paver Purchase Gets Support of Marshall County Council
Marshall County may soon be looking at a big equipment purchase for its highway department. Highway Supervisor Jason Peters told the county council Monday the department’s paver needs a substantial amount of work. Continue reading
Additional Staff Member Approved for Plymouth Clerk-Treasurer’s Office
The Plymouth Common Council has approved the addition of another staff member for the clerk-treasurer’s office, while renewing calls for an in-depth review of all the city’s jobs. Continue reading
Culver Reviews Ambulance Bid
The Town of Culver may soon be spending nearly $128,000 on a new ambulance. That’s the price Medix Specialty Vehicles of Elkhart gave the town. Continue reading
Marshall County Police Nab Reckless Driving Suspects
A LaPorte woman and an Argos man each face reckless driving charges in Marshall County following separate traffic stops by the Marshall County Police Department. Continue reading
