A Chicago man was arrested following a traffic stop in Marshall County on Sunday for cocaine-related charges.
Plymouth Man Arrested on Multiple Charges
An 18-year-old Plymouth man faces numerous charges after he allegedly broke into a house and beat up a resident. Continue reading
Education Funding Efforts Ramp Up in Argos
An Argos-based group is hoping to influence public opinion to support a tax increase for local schools this May.
The Taxpayers for Argos Schools and Kids (TASK) group plans several public events to help raise awareness of the budget difficulties faced by the Argos Community School Corporation. Argos is no different than many other school corporations, where reductions in student population translate to a reduction in funding.
Culver School Board Schedules Additional Snow Makeup Day
Both spring break and summer vacation will start a little later for students at Culver Community Schools. The school board on Monday approved an adjustment to the school calendar, after two days were canceled last month due to snow. Continue reading
Weidner School of Inquiry Students to Document Evolution of Marshall County Agriculture
Plymouth High School students are teaming up with the Marshall County Historical Society to document the history and evolution of the county’s agriculture industry. Continue reading
Sheriff’s Department Looks to Purchase Deputies Off-Duty Weapons for Added Protections
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is planning to encourage deputies to begin carrying weapons while off-duty.
The proposal was brought forward by Sheriff Matt Hassel. Should Sheriff’s Deputies begin carrying weapons while conducting their personal routine business within the county, it is thought an added layer of protection would be in place.
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Culver Town Council Continues Push on Several Ordinances
The Culver Town Council will continue discussions on a few zoning changes for the local CVS Pharmacy.
The company that owns the location has requested of the Town to make an alley behind the location a one-way. That would create the possibility of a drive-thru window for prescription pick-ups.
State Health Officials Warn of Increase in Flu Deaths
An increase in flu-related deaths has Indiana health officials urging residents to get vaccinated. The Indiana State Department of Health says 19 Hoosiers have died from the virus since October, including two children. They say many of those people did not get a flu shot. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Consider Snow Makeup Days
Snow makeup days will be up for discussion when the Culver School Board meets this evening. Two days of classes were canceled last month due to snow. Continue reading
Schedule Set for Plymouth Summer School
The Plymouth Community School Corporation has set the schedule for summer school classes this year. Continue reading
Marshall Commissioners to Learn About Gypsy Moth
The Marshall County Commissioners plan to learn a bit about Gypsy Moths during their meeting this morning.
Tax Scammers Now Targeting Payroll Departments
Scammers looking to steal personal and financial information are now targeting payroll departments this tax season. The Internal Revenue Service says scammers are sending out e-mails to payroll and human resources professionals claiming to be their company’s CEO. Continue reading
Diabetes Educator Urges Early Detection to Combat Disease
Diabetes is a common disease affecting many people around the world, but some people may already have the disease without even knowing it. Continue reading
Zika Virus Prompts Spring Break Travel Warning
Spring Break is the time of the year when people often head to warm, tropical places for vacation. But this year, pregnant women and their partners might want to rethink that, in light of health warnings about the Zika virus. It continues to spread in places like Brazil, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Dr. Jen Brown with the Indiana State Department of Health says although a state resident was diagnosed with Zika last month, she doesn’t expect a widespread outbreak here. Continue reading
Rochester Residents Arrested on Drug Charges
Two Rochester residents are in jail, following a narcotics investigation. Members of the CLEAN Team, a collaborative police effort fighting narcotics in Fulton and Miami Counties, executed a search warrant at a home in the 300 block of West 11th Street. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board Approves Staff Stipends
Plymouth Community School Corporation staff members are receiving stipends, based on their evaluations from the 2014-2015 school year. This week, the Plymouth School Board approved stipends for certified, administrative, and classified staff. Continue reading
Catherine Kasper Life Center to Host Easter Egg Hunt
An Easter egg hunt will be held at the Catherine Kasper Life Center in Donaldson. More than 4,000 eggs will be hidden on the center’s grounds, and kids 10 and under are invited to see how many they can find. Continue reading
CASA Day at the Statehouse Scheduled Monday
Volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will gather at the Indiana State House on Monday to show support for the program and raise awareness of the needs of abused and neglected children. Continue reading
IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Free Resources
If you need help preparing your taxes, the Internal Revenue Service has issued a reminder that there are some free resources available. Continue reading
Sen. Donnelly Calls Pence’s Blame Disappointing in Carrier Statement
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is criticizing Governor Mike Pence’s plans to persuade executives with Carrier and United Technologies to keep their operations in Indiana.
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