The area’s hottest new dance and party band will take the stage tonight in downtown Plymouth. Ultrafab is headlining tonight’s Encore Performing Arts Summer Performance Series, sponsored by MAX 98.3 FM. Their set features dance tunes from artists ranging from Lady Gaga to Luke Bryan to Pitbull. Continue reading
Marshall County Saves Costs on Aerial Assessment Contract
The Marshall County Assessor’s office will be able to save a bit of money for 2017’s pictometry surveys.
A six year contract was signed with the vendor providing the service – which includes using aerial technology to capture photo images of land within Marshall County for assessment and other purposes.
Pickell Service of Remembrance to be Streamed Online
Community members can pay their respects to a longtime Plymouth Community School Corporation music teacher this evening. Bob Pickell was killed last Friday when he fell through the attic at his Plymouth home onto the cement garage floor. News of his death shocked the community where he taught music for nearly four decades before retiring this spring. Continue reading
Marshall County Continues Community Crossings Preparation
Marshall County continues to keep abreast of its application for the Community Crossings grant program.
During Tuesday’s meeting, the Marshall County Commissioners reviewed the highway department’s Road Asset Management Plan. It’s heavily influenced by PASER testing which evaluates road conditions and ranks them based on needs. The plan is required to receive funds under the state program.
Road Closure Scheduled for Railroad Crossing Repairs
A section of highway in Marshall County will be closed next week to allow for railroad crossing repairs. Continue reading
NIPSCO Announces My Energy Scorecard Program
NIPSCO is offering customers a new way to keep track of their energy usage. “My Energy Scorecard” provides a custom energy report. It compares a home’s energy usage to similar-sized homes in the same climate zone. The report will be delivered to customers via email six times this year. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners Approve Nutmeg Road Right-of-Way Expansion
The Marshall County Commissioners have approved a subdivision plan that they hope will make it easier for future development along Nutmeg Road.
Kids’ Talent Show to Take Place at Culver-Union Township Public Library
Local kids will have the chance to show off their talents this week at the Culver-Union Township Public Library. The library’s hosting a talent show tomorrow afternoon from 2:00 to 3:00. Continue reading
FEMA Seeks Regional Youth Preparedness Council Candidates
FEMA has extended the deadline for applications from prospective Youth Preparedness Council members to July 15th.
The agency is seeking current students in grades 8-11 who want to become a regional advocate for youth disaster preparedness. The FEMA Region V Youth Preparedness Council offers youth leaders a unique opportunity to make a difference in their communities while sharing their opinions, experiences, ideas, solutions and questions on youth disaster preparedness with the regional leadership of FEMA. Continue reading
Boy Shot Following Accidental Firearm Discharge
The Plymouth Police Department is investigating after a 14-year-old boy was shot in the stomach.
Funeral Arrangements Finalized for Bob Pickell
Funeral arrangements have been set for a longtime Plymouth Community School Corporation music teacher. Bob Pickell was killed Friday night when he fell through the attic at his Plymouth home onto the cement garage floor. Continue reading
Lane Restrictions Planned on SR 17
Marshall County motorists should watch for lane closures in the Plymouth area for the next several weeks. Starting today INDOT will be spot paving State Road 17 between State Road 8 and Olive Trail. Continue reading
Marshall Commissioners Consider Right of Way on Nutmeg Road
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider a change to its contract with an aerial imaging company, Tuesday morning.
Sen. Donnelly Looks for Solutions to Rural Problems
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly addressed issues important to rural residents at a summit held last week in Washington, D. C.
Yellowstone Trail Fest to Host Metal Sculpture Contest
A new event at the Yellowstone Trail Festival looks to honor automotive history, while giving welders and artists the chance to showcase their work. Festival events director Juanita Ketcham says organizers are planning a first-of-its-kind re-purposed sculpture contest. Continue reading
Federal Same Sex Marriage Law Celebrates Anniversary
There are a lot of first wedding anniversaries being celebrated by couples who raced to the altar after the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage across the nation last year. Former Freedom to Marry President Evan Wolfson says many of those couples thought they’d never be able to make their union legal. Since the court’s decision, more than a million people have gotten married. Wolfson says most Americans have been embracing them. Continue reading
Accident Claims Life of Recent Plymouth School Corporation Retiree
A recent retiree from the Plymouth Community School Corporation was killed last night in an accident at his home. Continue reading
Protect Your Eyes from Fireworks Injuries
An area ophthalmologist says it’s not a coincidence that July is Eye Injury Awareness Month. Dr. Scott Buck with the Northwest Indiana Eye and Laser Center says emergency rooms are full of patients with fireworks-related injuries to the eyes. Continue reading
Summer Cookout Food Prices Lower This Year
Food for your Fourth of July cookout may cost a bit less this year. The Indiana Farm Bureau surveyed Indiana shoppers to track the prices of 13 summer food items. Continue reading
IDHS Provides Holiday Safety Tips Prior to Community Celebrations
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security says that if you’re planning to attend a large event this holiday weekend, it’s important to keep a few things in mind.
