The City of Plymouth is planning some road repair projects, as part of Indiana’s Community Crossings matching grant program. City Engineer Rick Gaul told the Board of Works Monday the city already has an asset management plan for its roads, but it’s currently being updated to match the program’s requirements. Continue reading
Plymouth Man Faces Charges After Real Identity Revealed
A Plymouth man believed to have been living under an assumed name for at least the past four years now faces numerous felony offenses in Marshall and St. Joseph Counties. Continue reading
Culver Counts StellarFest a Success
The Culver Town Council spent time reviewing the first ever “StellarFest” during their Tuesday meeting.
Members of the public were invited to join representatives of the Town to learn about the Town’s application as an Indiana Stellar Community. The program is run through the Office of Community and Rural Affairs, and provides planning and grant application assistance.
Marshall Council Approves Funding for Drop Ceiling Work
The Marshall County Council is prepared to help the Sheriff’s Department lower its utility costs.
Homeowner Asks Plymouth to Remove Alley from Her Property
A Plymouth alley appears to have migrated outside of its right of way, and now the owner of the neighboring property wants her land back from the city. Nancy Young says she has lived at the property on Webster Avenue for over 30 years, but when she had her land surveyed a couple years ago, she discovered that the land where the alley sits actually belongs to her. Young says that she consistently has to rake stones out of her yard due to the number of cars that use the alley. Continue reading
Potential Drought Conditions Anticipated by State Climatologists
State climatologists are predicting Indiana may experience drought conditions this summer, and that could have an impact on local farmers.
Murder Defendant Enters Guilty Plea
A Bremen man accused of killing a 15-year-old girl has pleaded guilty.
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Marshall County Prepares Community Crossings Grant Application
The Marshall County Council has agreed to designate matching funds for a grant application that could lead to greater road funding from the state of Indiana.
Water Improvements Bring Temporary Nuisances for Plymouth Residents
As improvements to Plymouth’s water utilities continue, some residents have been experiencing discolored water. Plymouth Utility Superintendent Donnie Davidson told the Board of Works Monday it’s just part of getting the recently-renovated Ledyard Water Treatment Plant up and running. Continue reading
Culver Begins Process for Voluntary Annexation
The Town of Culver is preparing to annex several acres of land following a voluntary petition filed by the landowner.
Annexation was considered during Tuesday night’s Town Council meeting where the 13 acres is concerned. The land is situated in the 500 block of West Jefferson Street in Culver. The town now has a lengthy process to undergo prior to finalization.
Indiana Gas Prices Among Highest in Country
Indiana gas prices have reached the list of the top 10 most expensive in the country. According to the AAA Hoosier Motor Club, Indiana is now has the eighth highest state average. Continue reading
Plymouth Police Announce Operation Pull Over Results
The four Plymouth Police Officers who volunteered for extra shifts as part of a recent Operation Pull Over seatbelt enforcement campaign stayed quite busy. Continue reading
Drone Aids in River Search
A pair of juveniles reported missing on the Tippecanoe River on Saturday are safe, according to officials with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department. The youngsters became separated from their parents between State Road 19 and the Tippecanoe River around 6:30 Saturday evening.
Marshall County Council Denies Broadband Funding for Argos
The Marshall County Council has declined to help fund greater access to broadband in the Town of Argos.
Last week, Jim Burroughs, the Town’s Utility, Park, and Street Superintendent appeared before the Marshall County Commissioners to request assistance for the project. Argos has been working for some time on a three-phase project that will bring greater access to broadband to homes and businesses.
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Plymouth Council Takes First Step Toward DAC Enterprise Tax Abatement
The Plymouth Common Council took the first step Monday in paving the way for a tax abatement for an area garage door business. Council members voted to declare the site of DAC Enterprise an Economic Revitalization Area. Continue reading
Culver Town Council Considers Annexation Ordinance
The Culver Town Council is preparing to consider an annexation petition at their meeting Tuesday night.
Argos Fire Department Receives Grant for Extrication Equipment
The Argos Fire Department will be able to buy some potentially life-saving equipment, thanks to the Norfolk Southern Railroad. The fire department has gotten a $1,500 grant from the railroad for the purchase of a cutter. It’s one of the tools used to extricate people trapped in vehicles after a crash. Continue reading
Plymouth Woman Faces Battery Charges Following Fight
A 24-year-old Plymouth woman reportedly got into a fight with a pregnant 16-year-old Sunday night faces multiple battery charges. Continue reading
Plymouth Board of Works to Consider Additional Work at Wastewater Plant
Improvements at Plymouth’s Wastewater Treatment Plant will be discussed during this evening’s Board of Works meeting. Quotes will be opened for the installation of a concrete floor, and the board will decide whether to ratify the award of quotes for the replacement of roofs at the plant. Continue reading
Marshall County to Receive Stellar Communities Update
The Marshall County Council will receive a bit of information from the Town of Culver when they meet Monday morning.