Families with children planning to take part in 4-H activities this year have just one more week to sign up. The statewide enrollment period ends on Friday, January 15. All Indiana students in third through twelfth grades are eligible to be 4-H members, while those in kindergarten through second grade can become “mini 4-H members.” Continue reading
Red Cross Observes National Blood Donor Month
The American Red Cross is reminding people of the importance of donating blood during the month of January, which is National Blood Donor Month. The goal is to increase the number of blood and platelet donations over the winter, a time of year when severe weather can cause blood drives to be canceled and seasonal illnesses may keep regular donors from giving. Continue reading
State Police Warn of Phone Scams During Tax Season
With tax season approaching, Indiana State Police are warning residents to be on the lookout for phone scams. Callers claiming to be from the IRS but often having foreign accents tell residents they may face a lawsuit or imprisonment if they don’t immediately send money for what they say is a delinquent tax bill. Then, they demand personal information to try to steal the recipient’s identity. Continue reading
Grovertown Man Arrested for Forgery
A Grovertown man faces forgery charges in connection with a series of bogus travelers checks he reportedly attempted to cash. Continue reading
Opening Day for County Office Brings List of Candidates
The first day candidates can file to run for office in November’s General Election put several names on the ballot.
Marshall County Approves Gifting Service Weapon to Retired Deputies
Retired members of the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department will now get to keep their service weapon following action by the Marshall County Commissioners.
Marshall County’s steps to provide law enforcement officers with their service weapon follows similar action taken by the City of Plymouth to bestow their police officers with their firearm upon retirement.
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Auditors Recommend Changes to Plymouth Schools Bonding Policy
The Plymouth School Corporation will soon make a few adjustments to its bonding insurance policies.
During Tuesday night’s meeting, Business Manager Kandi Tinkey said Auditors from the Indiana State Board of accounts requested the changes. Three auditors were tasked with reviewing the district’s operations and procedures over the holiday period.
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Local Resources Available to Help Students Fill Out FAFSA
College students and those thinking about going to college this fall have until March 10 to apply for state and federal financial aid. Continue reading
Executive Action on Guns Draws Divided Reaction
Indiana’s elected representatives in Congress are reacting to action taken by President Barack Obama on the subject on guns.
Following statements made this week from the executive branch, Republican Senator Dan Coats said the President is trying to “sidestep Congress” to legislate. Coats went as far as to say that the changes proposed through executive action are unconstitutional.
Fire Deaths Down in 2015
Fewer Hoosiers died in fires in 2015 compared to the year before. That’s according to data released by the Indiana Department of Homeland Security Division of Fire and Building Safety. Continue reading
State Releases ISTEP Scores, Local Corporations Fare Poorly
ISTEP scores released today by the state indicate a double-digit decline in the passing percentage over last year. In 2013-14, 74 percent of public school students across Indiana passed both the English/Language Arts and Math standardized tests. The 2014-15 scores indicate only 52-percent of public school students made the grade on both tests. Both percentages are slightly higher when private and charter school students are factored in. Continue reading
Semi Crash Shuts Down U.S. 31
A truck driver from Kansas only sustained minor injuries when he apparently fell asleep at the wheel and crashed his rig on southbound U.S. 31 early this morning. Continue reading
Central Dispatch Ideas Resurface After Hiatus
Marshall County plans to resurrect a project that fell by the wayside in recent years.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Commissioner’s meeting, the board requested of Sheriff Matt Hassel to form a committee to explore the idea of developing a cost sharing plan for central dispatch.
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Marshall County Economic Development Corporation Aims to Help Entrepreneurs
The Marshall County Economic Development Corporation is celebrating a successful year in 2015, citing continued growth in the county’s manufacturing industry, as well as the $42 million in Regional Cities grant funds awarded to the North Central Indiana Region. Continue reading
Plymouth Schools Accept Bleacher Construction Bid
The Plymouth School Board has taken another step toward renovating its athletic facilities.
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Marshall County Further Pursuing Vote Center Model
Marshall County plans to further consider implementing a vote center concept during election season.
County Clerk Debbie Vandemark said the Election Board is ready to move ahead with the idea following the acquisition of electronic poll books. About 1/3 of the counties in Indiana are now using the model. Under the proposal, the polling sites in Marshall County could be used by anyone properly registered to vote and residing in the county.
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RFRA Expected to Dominate Legislature Again
The controversial Religious Freedom Restoration Act that put Indiana in the national spotlight last year is expected to once again dominate the statehouse. Lawmakers return to work today. Sen. Jim Arnold, D-LaPorte, says a bill has already been filed seeking to lessen the blow by making amicable measures for everyone concerned. Continue reading
Plymouth Schools Plan to Extend Administrator Contracts
The Plymouth School Board will consider extending administrator contracts during their meeting, tonight.
Culver School Board Reorganizes, Makes Appointments for 2016
The Culver School Board is now set for 2016, after the board reorganized during Monday’s meeting. Jim Wentzel was elected to serve as school board president, replacing Ken VanDePutte. Mark Maes succeeds Wentzel as vice president, and Marina Cavazos was chosen to take over as secretary, replacing Maes. Continue reading
Plymouth High School Hosts Financial Aid Night
Local high school students and their parents will have the chance to learn more about how to pay for college. Plymouth High School is hosting a Financial Aid Night tomorrow. Continue reading
