A potentially life-saving piece of technology will be available for free to some Marshall County residents. Tomorrow morning, the Marshall County Emergency Management Agency will be distributing all-hazard weather radios to those most at risk from the threat of severe weather. These include people who live in mobile homes or homes without a basement, the elderly, and those with special needs. Continue reading
Know Your Risk Factors During Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Colon cancer is the second-leading cause of death from cancer. During the month of March, health professionals are working to raise awareness of the disease by commemorating Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Continue reading
This Week Dedicated to Severe Weather Preparedness
Sunday kicked-off Severe Weather Preparedness Week, and several organizations are cooperating to make sure you and your family are ready.
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County Commissioners Consider Timber Sale in Mill Pond Area
The Marshall County Commissioners will discuss the possibility of a timber sale with the manager of a Marshall County forest.
Voter Registration Deadline Approaching
Voters looking to cast their ballots in May’s primary election have two weeks to register. The registration deadline is Monday, April 4. Continue reading
Child Molester Sentenced in Marshall Superior Court
A 32-year-old Tyner man was sentenced Thursday to 30 years in the Indiana Department of Correction for child molesting. Derek Cole will also be a lifetime sex offender. Continue reading
Drug Dealer Sentenced in Marshall Superior Court
A Marshall, Mich. man who admitted selling drugs to a member of the Marshall County Undercover Narcotics Investigation Team is headed to prison. Continue reading
Culver Fire Department Seeks New Recruits
The Culver-Union Township Fire Department is in need of volunteers. Officials with the volunteer fire department say it has shrunk to just 20 firefighters. Continue reading
Bison-tennial Sculpture Coming to Plymouth
Marshall County and the City of Plymouth will be commemorating Indiana’s bicentennial by installing a fiberglass bison sculpture in Downtown Plymouth. It’s part of the Bison-tennial Public Art Project, coordinated by the Indiana Association of United Ways. Continue reading
Marshall County Builders Show Continues Through Sunday
See the latest innovations for your home this weekend at the 12th Annual Marshall County Builders Association Home and Outdoor Expo. Continue reading
State Hearing-Aid Program Making Noise for Hoosier Children
A new state program to help the deaf and hard of hearing is being made available to children in the Hoosier State. Continue reading
Plymouth Police ID Dollar General Robbery Suspect
The suspect in the Plymouth and North Judson Dollar General robberies was arrested last night in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Continue reading
Dollar General Robbery Suspect Arrested
The man accused of robbing four Northern Indiana stores, including Dollar Generals in Plymouth and North Judson, has been arrested. Continue reading
Plymouth Seeks Solution to Flooding Issues
The City of Plymouth is looking at ways to reduce the risk of flooding in some of the eastern portions of the city. In particular, those who live on Candy Lane saw a significant amount of flooding last July. Continue reading
Spring Increases Flooding Risk says State Insurance Agency
If April showers bring May flowers, they are also capable of bringing floods to the local area.
Marshall County Builders Show Expands in New Location
Spring officially arrives this weekend. Find your inspiration for the season and beyond at the 12th Annual Marshall County Builders Association Home and Outdoor Expo. Continue reading
Plymouth Working on Railroad Crossing Improvements
Improvements may soon be coming to Plymouth’s railroad crossings. The city has been getting complaints for months about their condition, but city officials have had some difficulty getting in contact with the railroad companies. Continue reading
Lieutenant Governor Lauds Regional Cities Initiative
Indiana’s new lieutenant governor says the Regional Cities Initiative will pay dividends beyond the counties that are part of the coalition. Eric Holcomb has been on the job for two weeks, following Sue Ellsperman’s resignation. He spoke yesterday in LaPorte at one of four regional Office of Community and Rural Affairs symposium. He says the three grants will pay dividends beyond the participating counties by investing in quality of place. Continue reading
Marshall County Performs Well in Annual Health Rankings Report
An annual study ranking Indiana’s counties by health factors and outcomes has been released, and Marshall County is ranked in the top third of Indiana counties.
Plymouth Purchases Police Cars Locally
The Plymouth Board of Works has decided to stay local with its purchase of three new squad cars for the city’s police department. On Monday, the board voted to award the quote to Oliver Ford. Continue reading