Identity thieves are constantly scheming ways to steal personal and financial information from unsuspecting consumers. AARP-Indiana Community Outreach Director Mandla Moyo says someone is a victim of identity theft every two to three seconds. He urges people to protect not only their Social Security numbers but also their date of birth and address. Continue reading
Culver’s Stellar Communities’ Effort Entering New Phase
The Town of Culver is taking the next steps in preparation for what they hope will lead them to being named the winner of Indiana’s Stellar Communities program.
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Plymouth Board of Works Approves Soil Analysis for Safe Routes to School Project
Completing Plymouth’s Safe Routes to School project may take a bit longer and cost a bit more than originally thought. Continue reading
Final Saturday to Vote Prior to May Primary Election
Saturday marks the last opportunity for weekend early and absentee voting leading up to the May 3rd primary election.
Ancilla Day of Giving Today
All day today, Ancilla College is asking donors to “Join the Charge” by taking part in its second annual Day of Giving. Ancilla is hoping to get 200 donors to give at least $24 each. Continue reading
Investigation Ongoing After Firearm Stolen from Vehicle
Marshall County authorities are investigating after receiving a report of a stolen firearm on Tuesday morning.
Drivers, Passenger Injured in Thursday Crash
A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Union and 5th Roads on Thursday afternoon sent three people to Memorial Hospital of South Bend. It happened at 1:20 p.m., according to the Marshall County Police Department. Continue reading
Plymouth Railroad Improvements Move Ahead
Improvements are underway at some of the railroad properties in the City of Plymouth. City Attorney Sean Surrisi told the Board of Works Monday that discussions with the Chicago, Fort Wayne & Eastern Railroad have gotten off to a good start. Continue reading
Culver Town Council Approves Information Kiosks for Park, Downtown
The Town of Culver is looking to follow-up on an information project that was discussed several years ago.
During Tuesday night’s Culver Town Council meeting, Representatives of the Culver and Lake Maxinkuckee Visitors Center approached the council about approving the purchase of kiosks to be placed in the community’s downtown and park.
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Local Agencies to Take Part in Drug Take Back Event
Many law enforcement agencies around the country are teaming up for a Prescription Drug Take Back Event on Saturday. This will be the 11th nationwide Drug Take Back Day. It’s sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration and aims to prevent drug abuse and theft by helping people properly dispose of their prescription drugs. Continue reading
Plymouth Mayor to Host National Day of Prayer Breakfast
National Day of Prayer is being celebrated next week in Plymouth. Mayor Mark Senter will once again host a Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 5 at 6:30 a.m. at Christo’s Banquet Center. Continue reading
History Cruises Continue This May in Culver
As the summer months approach, Culver will once again be hosting history boat cruises on Lake Maxinkuckee.
Culver Plans New Park Department Operations
There are new arrangements pending for the Culver Town Park.
During Tuesday night’s Culver Town Council meeting, an ordinance was considered that repeals the community’s Park Board. The proposal was made for myriad reasons, but improving the park department’s operation was cited as among the primary reasons behind the change.
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Plymouth to Take Action on Unsafe Building
The City of Plymouth may soon be taking action regarding an unsafe building. Continue reading
Presidential Hopefuls Stumping for Hoosier Votes
Indiana is getting a lot of attention from both the Democrat and Republican presidential candidates. Continue reading
Secretary of State Encourages Hoosiers to Go to the Polls This Election Day
Secretary of State Connie Lawson is encouraging Hoosiers to vote during the May 3rd primary election.
Lawson’s offices compile voting data by county and measure changes in voter behavior year-to-year. Primary elections typically see lower turnout than the November General Election, but often decide the candidates moving onto the next step of their campaign.
BMV Branches to Extend Hours for Primary Elections
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles is extending its hours on Monday and Tuesday, to help voters get the identification cards they need to cast their ballots. BMV license branches will be open Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, Election Day, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Continue reading
Click-It or Ticket Campaign Promotes Safety, Better Enforcement
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department says they will once again be participating in the national Click-It or Ticket campaign.
Efforts are supported by federal funding from the Traffic Safety Division of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, and are designed to remind motorists to wear a seat belt while driving. You can also visit https://carguidenation.com/ to know more. Officers from around the state have been participating in the Click-it or Ticket campaign for the last 20 years.
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Plymouth Sewer Rate Hike Recommended
Sewer rates may soon be going up for Plymouth residents. During Monday’s Board of Works meeting, John Julien with accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates presented a 23-page financial analysis of the city’s Wastewater Department. Continue reading
Culver Park Board Repeal Heads to Ordinance Reading
The Culver Town Council will consider a proposal to repeal the existence of its Park Board at its meeting on Tuesday night.
