The Culver Community Schools Corporation is the latest local school district to join an effort that aims to boost Indiana’s smaller schools. On Monday, the school board added its approval to a resolution calling on state officials to increase financial support for small, rural school corporations. Continue reading
Erratic Driving Lands Bremen Man in Jail on Multiple Charges
A Bremen man is facing charges following several erratic driving reports in Marshall County.
Honor Rewards Program Looks to Help Local Veterans
Marshall County will soon be participating in a program that looks to financially assist local veterans.
The county Recorder’s Office, along with the Veteran’s Services Office, explained the benefits veterans could receive through the “Honor Rewards” program.
Culver School Board Chooses Sale Method for Monterey Building
The Monterey School Building is finally ready to be sold. Culver Schools Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell says the school board voted Monday to seek bids from interested buyers. Continue reading
Galbraith Lake, Yellow River on DNR List for Grant Funded Projects
33 Indiana lakes and rivers are receiving DNR grant funds and two Marshall County bodies of water will be among them.
No Injuries Reported in Bremen House Fire
The cause of a house fire in Bremen is under investigation. It started at 3:15 Tuesday morning at 325 West Bike Street, according to a news release from the Bremen Fire Department. Continue reading
Travel Advisory Issued Due to Flooded Marshall County Roads
Marshall County is under a yellow level travel advisory due to several flooded roads. That means routine travel or activities may be restricted in some areas due to a hazardous situation. Motorists should use caution or avoid those areas. Do not try to drive around barricaded roads. Emergency officials say the barricades are in place to protect drivers from a potentially dangerous situation. Continue reading
National Weather Service Issues Local Flood Warning
A flood warning is in effect for much of the area until mid-afternoon. Areas covered by the warning from the National Weather Service include Starke, Northwestern Marshall, Northwestern Pulaski, Southeastern LaPorte and St. Joseph Counties. Since yesterday, between 4 and 8 inches of rain have fallen over the warning area, with additional showers expected to bring between one-fourth and one-half inch of additional rainfall. Continue reading
Memorial Forest Entrance Due for Eagle Scout Upgrades
Veteran’s Memorial Forest in Marshall County will be getting a bit of a facelift in the near future.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Commissioner’s meeting, it was proposed to clean-up the entrance of the forest off of 14th Road and develop a parking space for visitors. It’s part of an Eagle Scout project being undertaken by Daniel Stauffer from Troupe 257.
History Cruise Delves into Vonnegut Family History
A special history boat cruise in Culver will focus on the area’s literary history.
Argos Man Arrested for Driving Stolen Car
Marshall County officers arrested an Argos man in the early hours on Sunday after it was discovered he was driving a stolen car.
Youngster Airlifted Following Off-Road Vehicle Crash
A 13-year-old Plymouth boy sustained serious injuries in a Saturday off-road vehicle crash in Marshall County. Continue reading
National Weather Service Warns of Possible Flash Flooding
Flash flooding is possible as rain moves through the area today. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for the entire listening area from 2 p.m. EDT/1 p.m. CDT through tomorrow morning. Continue reading
Marshall County Plans to Discuss Honor Rewards Program
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider the approval of an Eagle Scout project when they meet Monday morning.
Internship Opportunities Expanding for Fall Semester in Indiana
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is promoting more opportunities through the EARN Indiana program.
Taste of Marshall County Tonight in Plymouth
The first Taste of Marshall County takes place this evening in Plymouth. The family-friendly event gives residents the chance to sample food from a variety of Marshall County vendors, while helping raise money for local nonprofit agencies. The Taste of Marshall County serves as a kickoff for the United Way of Marshall County’s 2016 annual fundraising campaign. Continue reading
Plymouth Resident Urges Action on Candy Lane Flooding
A Plymouth resident is urging the city to move ahead with plans to resolve some of the flooding issues in the Candy Lane area. Continue reading
Bison-Tennial Public Arts Project Unveiled in Plymouth
Marshall County is now home to Jibey the bison. That’s the name chosen for the commemorative Bison-tennial statue unveiled Friday at the Marshall County Historical Society Museum in Plymouth.
Kathy Zentz with Heartland Artists Gallery says 11 Heartland artists spent nearly 200 hours painting the statue. She says the scenes on the five-foot tall animal depict the different communities and townships in Marshall County. His mane features the names of towns from days gone by, or places like Burr Oak and Donaldson that have shrunk considerably over the past 200 years. Continue reading
NIPSCO Issues Reminder to Use 811 Before Summer Building Projects End
NIPSCO is sending out one final reminder for those summer building and landscaping projects.
DHS Makes Safety Recommendations for Returning College Students
With the fall college semester approaching, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security is recommending a few tips to keep students safe.
