A few local students are getting help paying for college, thanks to Burger King restaurants. Quality Dining, which owns several Burger Kings, has released the names of Burger King scholarship recipients in the local area. Continue reading
Plymouth Police Investigating Robbery, Battery on Trail
The Plymouth Police Department is investigating a robbery that happened last night on the Greenways Trail behind Riverside School. Continue reading
Culver Takes More Steps in Preparation for Stellar Communities’ Designation
The Culver Town Council has authorized spending funds related to the state’s Stellar Communities program.
During their meeting on Tuesday, a resolution was considered that is part of the application process for state grant assistance and planning. Culver was named a finalist as part of Stellar Communities earlier this year, but a second phase of the application is anticipated later this year.
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AAA Predicts Increase in Memorial Day Travel
More than 820,000 Hoosiers are expected to travel over the Memorial Day weekend, according to projections from the AAA Hoosier Motor Club. That’s an increase of more than 16,000 from last year. AAA says just over 747,000 of them will drive, while nearly 41,000 will fly. Continue reading
State Police Urge Safe Driving over Memorial Day Weekend
Police are reminding drivers to be careful during their Memorial Day travels. The Indiana State Police is teaming up with other law enforcement agencies around the state to take part in the Click It or Ticket Campaign and Operation CARE (Combined Accident Reduction Effort). Continue reading
Most Road Work Suspended for Memorial Day Weekend, Some Restrictions Remain
The Indiana Department of Transportation is suspending most construction work on area highways over the Memorial Day weekend. INDOT spokesman Doug Moats says work on interstate highways and other major corridors will stop today at noon. It will pick up again Tuesday morning. Continue reading
Marshall County Police Investigating Lake of the Woods Theft
The Marshall County Police Department is investigating the theft of several items from a shed in the Lake of the Woods area. A resident in the 3800 block of West Shore Drive in Bremen advised the items were taken sometime between Saturday, May 21 and Monday, May 23. Continue reading
Culver Joining Forces with School Corporation for Cost Savings
The Culver Town Council is ready to partner with its local school corporation to save on costs.
An agreement was developed between the two after several Town officials attended a county-wide meeting earlier this year to learn of ways government entities are cooperating.
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Plymouth Board of Works Awards Bid for Street/Sidewalk Projects
The bid to complete work for Plymouth’s 2016 Street and Sidewalk Projects was awarded on Monday.
The Plymouth Board of Works considered the recommendation from Street Department Superintendent Jim Marquardt. He says Walsh and Kelly, asphalt contractors out of Griffith, Indiana, submitted the low bid for the project of $349-thousand.
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Red Cross Hopes to Boost Summer Blood Donations
The American Red Cross is working to make sure it has a sufficient number of blood donations over the summer months. In a press release, the Red Cross says that summer vacations and activities often mean regular donors are too busy to give blood. They say that during June, July, and August, each Red Cross blood drive is about two donors short of what’s needed to meet patients’ needs. Continue reading
Offices to Close for Memorial Day
Monday is Memorial Day. That means federal, state, and local government offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. Continue reading
Culver Amends Ordinance to Allow Alcohol in Town Park
The Culver Town Council has decided to allow alcohol in the town park for certain occasions.
During a marathon meeting Tuesday night, Council members revisited an ordinance that would allow alcoholic beverages in the park during special permitted events.
Agreement Terms Adopted by City of Plymouth for Wastewater Upgrades
Negotiations between the City of Plymouth and a contractor have led the Plymouth Board of Works to tentatively formalize work at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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Unemployment Rates Down from Last Month, Up from Last Year
The April unemployment rate was lower in Marshall County than the previous month, but higher compared to the same period a year ago. According to data released by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Marshall County’s unemployment rate was 4.2 percent in April. That’s a 0.6-percent drop from March but a 0.4-percent increase from April 2015. Continue reading
Plymouth Public Library Announces Summer Reading Challenge
The Plymouth Public Library is challenging its patrons to read 40 books in 60 days. It’s part of “Sail Into Summer,” this year’s adult reading challenge. Continue reading
Threats, False Reporting Lead to Plymouth Man’s Arrest
A Plymouth man faces numerous charges after reportedly threatening his neighbor with a hammer and falsely reporting a meth lab in the presence of children. Continue reading
Plymouth Common Council Raises Sewer Rates
The Plymouth Common Council has agreed to increase sewer rates in the city.
During their Monday night meeting, board members considered an ordinance detailing the change on second and third reading. The City of Plymouth commissioned experts with financial firm Umbaugh and Associates in April of this year to conduct the study of sewer rates and ensure financial stability going forward.
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Culver Town Council Read to Adopt Park Alcohol Changes
The Culver Town Council will be working to resolve several issues discussed in the past few weeks.
Alleged Truck Thief Apprehended After Foot Pursuit
A LaPaz man was arrested on Saturday after authorities say he was attempting to steal a truck.
U.S. 31 Lane Restrictions Start Today
Motorists traveling on U.S. 31 near Plymouth may experience some traffic delays for the next few months. Continue reading
