The Town of Culver may soon be raising some utility fees. An updated water rate ordinance was introduced during Tuesday’s town council meeting. Continue reading
New Law Raises Questions About Deer Firearms Season
Deer firearms season opens tomorrow in Indiana. Legislation passed last year legalizes certain rifles for deer hunting purposes, and has raised quite a few questions about what equipment is now legal. Continue reading
Indiana School Boards Association to Help Culver with Superintendent Search
The Culver School Board is moving ahead with its search for the corporation’s next superintendent. Continue reading
Veterans Day History Dates Back Nearly a Century
It hasn’t always been called Veterans Day, but we’ve celebrated it as a nation for nearly 100 years. The Nov. 11 celebration originated in 1919 as Armistice Day, which marked the first anniversary of the end of World War I. The truce between Germany and the World War I Allies to end the war was signed on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. Continue reading
Many Offices Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
Federal, state and some local government offices are closed today in observance of Veterans Day. The Starke, Pulaski and Marshal County courthouses and other government offices will be closed. Continue reading
Plymouth Man Faces Arson Charge
A Plymouth man faces an arson charge in connection with a suspicious fire earlier this week. Plymouth Police received a report Tuesday morning of a wooden bench that had been set on fire in the 300 block of North Plum Street. Continue reading
Construction Begins on Pretzels, Inc. Facility
Work on Marshall County’s newest manufacturing facility will get started today. Snack producer Pretzels, Inc. plans to move into the shell building on Commerce Street west of Plymouth early next year. Today the company is assembling 24 contractors, equipment manufacturers and business partners from across the country and locally at the new facility. Continue reading
Marshall County Sheriff’s Department to Increase Patrols for Thanksgiving Travel
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is cracking down on drunk drivers, along with motorists and passengers not wearing seat belts. Starting tomorrow and continuing through December 4, officers will be conducting sobriety patrols and checkpoints, as well as seat belt patrols around the clock. Continue reading
Marshall County Prosecutor Seeks Federal Funds for Victim Advocacy, Elderly Abuse Prevention
The Marshall County prosecutor’s office is hoping to improve services for victims and the elderly in Marshall County with the help of two federal grants.
Culver Starts Formalizing Ideas for 2017 Stellar Application
Culver may have done a post mortem on its 2016 Stellar Communities application, but where to improve for 2017 remains a big challenge.
Marshall County Reports High Turnout on Election Day
Marshall County voters had their say at the polls on Election Day.
Prosecutor Considers Saturday Death a Homicide Investigation
The Marshall County Prosecutor’s office today confirmed the identity of a body found near Plymouth on Saturday.
Early Voting Wraps-up in Marshall County
Absentee totals are now completed for the 2016 General Election, and Marshall County reported some fairly strong early voting numbers.
Culver Begins Preparations for 2017 Stellar Communities Application
The Culver Town Council and members of the Stellar Communities Steering Committee are gearing up for another year of preparation.
Culver was named a finalist in the small population category in the state’s Stellar Communities program. They were eventually bested by Corydon. Stellar Communities helps with planning and future grant applications by designating a community worthy of extensive state investment.
New CASA Director Gives Commissioners Annual Report
Court Appointed Special Advocates provided Marshall County with its annual report on Monday morning.
Executive Director Chastity Keller introduced herself as the new executive director of the group in Marshall County. She has been serving as the organization’s leader for the past three months.
Autopsy Scheduled Today on Presumed Homicide Victim
An autopsy is scheduled this afternoon on a suspected Marshall County homicide victim. Police were called to a home in the 18000 block of Lincoln Highway near Plymouth shortly before 1 p.m. Saturday to investigate a person found dead on the property. Continue reading
Many Voters Cast Ballots Early, Ahead of Tomorrow’s Election
Election Day isn’t until tomorrow, but many voters have already cast their ballots. Staff members in the Marshall County Clerk’s Office were unable to provide absentee vote totals Friday afternoon, but nearly 2,500 ballots had been cast by the previous week. Continue reading
Marshall County to Receive CASA Annual Report
The Marshall County Commissioners will hear from the Court Appointed Special Advocates during their Monday morning meeting.
Marshall County Police Investigating Suspected Homicide in Plymouth Area
A suspected homicide is being investigated by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department. Shortly before 1:00 p.m. Saturday, police were called to a home in the 18000 block of Lincoln Highway near Plymouth, for a person found dead on the property. Continue reading
Democratic Candidates Barnstorm Plymouth, Rally Supporters
Democratic candidates for statewide office stressed their positive message and willingness to work for all Hoosiers during a Friday morning visit to Plymouth. Continue reading
