The parent company of an area bank has been ranked the 10th best performing bank in the country. Bank Director Magazine bestowed that honor on 1st Source Corporation, based on 2015 results. The publication rated 102 banks with assets of between $5 and $50 billion on its Bank Performance Scorecard. Continue reading
1920s Theme Chosen For Yellowstone Trail Fest
Hamlet’s Yellowstone Trail Fest will have a 1920s theme this year. The theme looks to recognize the period when automobile travel was just becoming popular and routes like the Yellowstone Trail were helping to make intercity travel by car possible. Continue reading
Hoosier Homestead Awards Bestowed Next Friday
It’s Indiana State Fair time and that means the Hoosier Homestead awards will handed out by the Lt. Governor late next week.
IRS Reports Spike in ‘Robo-Call’ Scams
Scammers are increasingly turning to “robo-calls,” in an effort to get fake tax payments. The Internal Revenue Service is reporting an increase in the number of scams taking the form of automated phone calls. Continue reading
‘Farmer Selfie’ Looks to Promote Awareness, Donations
The Indiana Family of Farmers is looking for a way to engage State Fairgoers on social media, and it’s for a good cause.
Bourbon Police to Participate in Enforcement Campaign
Officers from the Bourbon Police Department will be taking part in an upcoming grant funded Operation Pull Over blitz. The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign gets under way Aug. 12 and concludes Sept. 5. Continue reading
INDOT Announces Groundbreaking for New Plymouth Facility
The Indiana Department of Transportation will break ground next week on a new base of operations in Plymouth. The 40,000 square foot facility at the intersection of Commerce Street and Pioneer Drive will house a 22,000 foot, state of the art operations center and an 18,000 foot salt and Cargill brine making building. Continue reading
Plymouth School Corporation Issues Promotional Magazine
The Plymouth Community School Corporation is looking to promote its schools by starting its own magazine. The first issue of the “Plymouth Pilgrimage” was sent out to area residents last month. The publication features stories and photos about various events and accomplishments at the corporation’s ten schools over the past year. Continue reading
INDOT Officials Reviewing Community Crossings Grant Applications
INDOT officials are reviewing nearly 1,600 applications for matching grant funding for local road and bridge improvement projects. They were submitted by 325 communities across the state. All are seeking their share of funds from the Community Crossings program set up this year by the Indiana General Assembly. Continue reading
Updated Teacher Evaluation Plan Approved by Plymouth School Board
The Plymouth School Board has approved the teacher evaluation plan for the new school year. Assistant Superintendent Andy Hartley told the school board Tuesday that the policies were reviewed by a committee of teachers and administrators, who only recommended a few minor changes. Continue reading
Marshall County Prods Company About Justice Center Solar Capabilities
Marshall County is considering how to lower its utility costs with a potential investment in solar technology.
During Monday morning’s County Commissioners meeting, Jim Straeter with Pres Ag Technologies, explained the potential benefits of solar at the Marshall County Justice Center.
Restrictions Start Today for Plymouth Street Sealing
The City of Plymouth will be sealing streets over the next few days, weather permitting. Starting today and continuing through tomorrow they will be working on South Michigan Street between the Yellow River and Oakhill Ave. Continue reading
Upgraded Plymouth Stadium Getting Ready for Football Season
Work on Plymouth High School’s stadium continues, ahead of the first home football game in a few weeks. Continue reading
Multiple Charges Filed Against Car Chase Suspect Following Officer Involved Shooting
Charges against a Milford man have been announced following an officer involved shooting last week.
County Commissioners Approve Dispatch Agreements
Marshall County’s rural areas will continue receiving dispatch assistance past January 1st.
Drivers Urged to Watch for Kids as They Return to School
Many schools are back in session, while others soon will be. Local emergency management officials remind motorists to once again be alert for kids heading to and from school. Continue reading
Hardesty Leaves Lasting Legacy at Ancilla College
A longtime supporter of Ancilla College will continue to offer posthumous support to the two-year private school. Starke County Philanthropist Jim Hardesty was an Ancilla College trustee and also founded the Starke County Community Foundation. Continue reading
Paddleboard Reported Stolen from Lake Max Home
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a paddleboard from a lakefront home in Culver. It was taken early Sunday morning from a home in the 100 block of West Shore Drive, according to the incident report. Continue reading
Sheriff’s Department Upgrades Dash Cams
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is updating several of the dash cameras in its police cruisers.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Commissioner’s meeting, Sheriff Matt Hassel made the request to purchase three new dash cams. The catch is that the company typically used for such purchases is getting out of the business.
Bourbon Police Traffic Stop Results in Arrest
An Indianapolis man faces charges in Marshall County following a Friday night traffic stop by Bourbon Police. Continue reading
