A member of the Marshall County Council has decided to challenge the incumbent for a seat on the Marshall County Board of Commissioners.
Marshall County Tax Bill Preparation Soon to be Outsourced
The Marshall County Treasurer’s office is looking to save on time and on resources when it comes to tax bill preparation.
For the past 15 years or so, the Treasurer’s office has printed property tax bills in-house. Marshall County Treasurer Penny Lukenbill requested Monday morning that the preparation methods be changed to contract with an outside company.
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Plymouth Council Expands, Reorganizes
The Plymouth Common Council looked a bit different when it met for the first time in 2016. Continue reading
Culver Brings Back Golf Cart Ordinance with New Members Seated
The Culver Town Council will be sitting new board members at their meeting this evening, and they may already have a say in raising fees.
Plymouth High School Hosts Freshmen Orientation
Plymouth High School is hosting a Freshmen Orientation Program tomorrow. The school corporation says it’s designed to create a smooth transition for eighth graders who plan to attend Plymouth High School this fall. Continue reading
State Officials Offer Safety Tips for Winter Weather
With snow and frigid temperatures moving into the area, state officials are reminding residents to stay safe during winter weather. Continue reading
Driver Arrested Following Hit and Run Crash
An Argos man faces charges in connection with a Saturday evening hit and run crash in downtown Plymouth. Continue reading
NWS Issues Winter Storm Watch
A winter storm watch has been issued for the northern portion of Marshall County. It is in effect tonight through tomorrow for areas north of U.S. 6. Continue reading
More Snow, Cold Temperatures Expected Today
The good news is we missed the major snow this weekend. Today’s weather, however, is another story. Continue reading
Marshall County Council Considers Outsourcing Tax Preparation
The Marshall County Council will be meeting for the first time in 2016 this morning.
Plymouth Council and Board of Works to Reorganize
Three new members of the Plymouth Common Council will be taking their seats for the first time during tonight’s meeting. These are Shiloh Fonseca, Gary Cook, and Jeff Houin. Continue reading
Candidate Filings Stall in Marshall County
The first day of candidate filing in Marshall County was a busy one, but things have since slowed down considerably. Continue reading
Winter Weather to Move Into Area
Snow, wind, and cold temperatures are expected to move into the area this evening. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, which will be in effect from 7 EST this evening until 7 p.m. tomorrow. Continue reading
Powerball Jackpot Grows to Record Amount
There’s still time to buy a Powerball ticket ahead of tonight’s drawing. Tickets are available from Hoosier Lottery retailers until 9:58 p.m. EST. Continue reading
Fresh Food Bill Clears Senate Committee
A bill authored by a local lawmaker to help provide fresh food to underserved areas will move to the full Senate for consideration. The measure, sponsored by Sen. Randy Head, R-Logansport, would allow the State Department of Health to help new and existing businesses and nonprofits offer fresh and unprocessed foods to communities in food deserts, which are underserved geographic areas where affordable and healthy foods are difficult to obtain. Continue reading
Nominations Due Soon for Bicentennial Torch Relay
There are just a few weeks left to nominate torchbearers for the Indiana Bicentennial celebration. Nomination forms are due Sunday, January 31. Continue reading
Health Officials Warn Residents of Radon
The Indiana State Department of Health is warning residents about the dangers of radon, an odorless, tasteless, colorless, but radioactive gas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has declared January National Radon Action Month. Continue reading
Marshall County Road Repair Plan Up Against Available Resources
A multi-year plan for improving road conditions in Marshall County will be considered in the near future.
Reduced funding levels and ailing infrastructure has prompted the Marshall County Highway Department to develop the plans – which calls for treating the roads most in need, and estimating the cost of bringing the roadways to a quality level.
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Culver Continues Search for New Park Director in Face of Building Renovations
The search for a new Park Director hasn’t slowed down efforts to rehabilitate the park lodge in Culver.
Right now, applications are being accepted for the position – which was vacated at the end of 2015 by Marc Hayden. He unexpectedly accepted a position as an aquatics instructor with a school corporation in St. Joseph County.
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Child Pornography Bill Clears Senate Committee
A bill authored by a local lawmaker to strengthen the penalties for people convicted of certain child exploitation and pornography crimes is headed to the full Senate for consideration. Sen. Randy Head’s measure would enhance penalties for offenders he describes as the “worst of the worst.” Continue reading
