35.5 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles over the Labor Day weekend. Continue reading
Higher Labor Day Travel Fueled by Lower Gas Prices
Time Needed Before Sheriff Vacancy Filled
A bit of time will likely pass before a replacement is found for Sheriff Tom Chamberlin.
He was diagnosed with terminal cancer and, after a battle, passed away at his home near family on Friday. He was most recently elected Sheriff in November of 2014.
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Plymouth Schools Consider Bond Resolution for Facility Upgrades
The Plymouth School Board will consider a preliminary bond resolution when they meet tonight.
Gov. Pence Requests FEMA Grant Funds for 19 Counties
Governor Mike Pence has made a formal request for some counties in Indiana to receive FEMA public assistance grants.
‘Mad Bomber’ Ensures Blueberry Festival Fireworks Go Smoothly
The Marshall County Blueberry Festival’s this weekend, and with it comes one of the most anticipated fireworks displays in the area. Continue reading
Funeral Arrangements Set for Sheriff Chamberlin
Funeral arrangements for Marshall County Sheriff Tom Chamberlin have been finalized He died at his Plymouth home just after 9:30 Friday night surrounded by his family. Continue reading
Grant Applications Now Being Accepted for Hometown Collaboration Initiative
Applications are now open for grants serving communities with a population under 25-thousand.
The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, or OCRA, says applications may be submitted online for their Hometown Collaboration Initiative. The grants can be used for the development of local leaders, economic development, or improving quality of place in local communities.
BMV Announces Labor Day Closure
If you have business with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, keep in mind they will be closed for a couple of days in observance of Labor Day. Continue reading
Sheriff Chamberlin Dies Following Cancer Fight
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed the passing of Sheriff Tom Chamberlin.
Blueberry Festival Organizers Credit Partners with Event’s Success
Marshall County Blueberry Festival is next weekend, and organizers are expecting a successful event. Continue reading
Bremen Police Department Hosting Community Event
Bremen residents can ask questions, voice concerns and get to know local police officers during an upcoming event. Continue reading
FTC Warns College Students of Pyramid Schemes
The Federal Trade Commission is warning college students of an alleged scam that targets their financial weaknesses.
According to Consumer Education Specialist Alvaro Puig, college students can often be the subject of pitches to make “serious money” in several fields. The most recent operation involves energy drinks.
South Gateway Development Plan Falls Through
Plans to build apartments on the South Gateway property in Plymouth have been nixed by the developer. Cleveland, Ohio-based NRP Group was going to apply for a low-income housing grant from the state to fund the development. Continue reading
Officials Make Blueberry Festival Fun, Safe for Whole Family
It’s almost time for the Marshall County Blueberry Festival, and once again, the festival promises fun and entertainment for the entire family. Continue reading
Truck Crashes into Bremen Home, Three Injured
Commerce Building Continues Search for Tenant
Work continues to fill a building developed to attract major employers to Marshall County.
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Plymouth Council Formally Establishes Tennis Court Fund
The Centennial Park Tennis Court project took a big step forward this week. No comments were offered during a Monday night public hearing on the establishment of a dedicated fund for the project. The city has pledged $750,000 toward the construction of new tennis courts. Half of the money will come from the capital improvement fund and the other half from cumulative capital development. Continue reading
Culver Learns of County Request for Unsafe Buildings
The Town of Culver got their first taste of an ordinance that looks to better control unsafe buildings in Marshall County.
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SNAP Work Requirements Return
Nearly 47,000 Hoosiers are at risk of losing their benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. A federal waiver letting Indiana residents forgo work requirements is expiring. Continue reading
Food Hub May Eventually Bring Local Producers Together
A loose group of organizers is hoping to identify issues related to the production of local food, and maybe improve health and nutrition in the process.
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