An additional tax abatement for Faulkner Fabricating will be discussed during this morning’s Marshall County Council meeting. The Bourbon-area business was granted a 10-year property tax abatement last year to help the company expand its building and add new jobs. Continue reading
Plymouth Council to Revisit 2017 Salary Ordinance
The Plymouth Common Council will begin another attempt at passing a 2017 salary ordinance when it meets this evening. Back in August, the council narrowly rejected a salary ordinance on second reading, amid concerns about some changes made to the document since the time of its first reading. Tonight, a revised ordinance will be presented for first reading. Continue reading
Plymouth Schools Again Report Declining Enrollment
The Plymouth School Corporation is reporting another reduction in its total student enrollment this year, meaning less money from the state.
Voter Registration Deadline Approaching
Prospective voters in the Nov. 8th General Election have until tomorrow to register or update their information. Updates are necessary if a voter has moved or had a name change. Continue reading
Plymouth Schools Adopts New Master Teacher Contract
The Plymouth School Board has ratified the master teacher contract, leaving a bit of room for new money.
Culver Fall Fest Continues Saturday and Sunday
Culver Fall Fest continues Saturday and Sunday with the lake community providing activities for all ages.
State Offices to Close for Columbus Day, Most Local Governments to Remain Open
Monday is Columbus Day. Due to the holiday, mail will not be delivered and state government offices will be closed. Continue reading
Brown Reappointed to Monterey-Tippecanoe Township Public Library Board
Melvin Brown has been reappointed to the Monterey-Tippecanoe Township Public Library Board. The Culver School Board voted unanimously Monday to make the reappointment. Continue reading
State Police Identify Victim in Fatal Marshall County Crash
Authorities have released the name of the person killed in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of U.S. 31 and 9A Road Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
Indiana State Police Expand Voter Registration Fraud Investigation
The ongoing investigation into allegations of fraudulent voter application information has spread to 56 of Indiana’s 92 counties, including several in our area. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Meet with State School Boards Association Regarding Superintendent Search
The Culver School Board continues to gather information about how to proceed with a search for a new superintendent. Chuck Kitchell has been serving in an interim capacity since last December. He plans to continue in that role until the end of this school year, at which point he plans to retire. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board Member Resigns, New Candidates Sought
A Plymouth School Board member has decided to step down from the post, leaving the government body in need of a replacement.
Plymouth School Board Approves PTO Request for Menominee Signage
Menominee Elementary School in Plymouth will be a bit more recognizable in the near future.
Culver Fall Fest Kicks-Off Friday Evening
Culver will be embracing fall this weekend with music, games, and activities.
One Dead in Thursday Marshall County Crash
Indiana State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 2:00 Thursday afternoon.
65 Year Sentence Imposed in Infant Death Case
The Plymouth man who beat his girlfriend’s toddler to death for wetting the bed learned his fate today in a Marshall County courtroom.
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Murder Defendant to Be Sentenced Today
The Plymouth man who admitted to beating his girlfriend’s toddler to death for wetting the bed will learn his fate today in a Marshall County courtroom. Shane Weeding entered a guilty plea to murder during a Sept. 13 court appearance in connection with 2-year-old Serenity Wilson’s death last September at the Economy Inn Motel in Plymouth. Weeding was living there with her mother, Krysti Lavanway, according to court documents. Continue reading
Superintendents Developing School Funding Proposal Amid Declining Enrollment at Culver
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is down 54 students from last year. Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell provided updated enrollment figures to the school board Monday. Continue reading
Bulk Purchaser Pitches County on Jail Food Cost Savings
Marshall County may be able to save money when purchasing food for county jail inmates.
The county contracts with Gordon Food Service to obtain the necessary supplies to feed those residing inside the jail. An analysis conducted last month on food purchasing invoices led a Michigan-based non-profit to develop solutions.
Autumn Means Greater Deer Activity on Local Roadways
The Indiana Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to stay alert for deer crossing local roadways.
