The body of a LaPaz man who was last seen early Wednesday morning near Leiters Ford has been found. Continue reading
Conservation Officers Recover Body of LaPaz Man
Local Communities Receive Indiana Homeland Security Foundation Grants
A pair of local communities are among the recipients of grants from the Indiana Homeland Security Foundation. Statewide more than $370,000 was given to 101 recipients in 61 counties for critical needs. Eligible projects include equipping emergency responders with personal protective equipment, acquiring equipment for use by emergency responders, providing radios and technology equipment and training for emergency responders.
Summer Season Brings Increase in Utility Bills
Summer begins this Sunday and warmer temperatures often come with it.
The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor is providing tips to help combat the increase in electric bills.
Counselor Dave Stippler says the summer season should be a time to remember to use electricity more wisely. Doing so can not only ease the cost of running utilities, but also prevent excess workload on the electric grid.
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Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Recaps Click It or Ticket Blitz
Officers from the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department issued 33 citations for lack of seatbelt usage/child restraints during a recent Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign.
Indiana Beach Set to Celebrate Anniversary on Father’s Day
There’s more than corn in Indiana and that’s been the case for nearly nine decades now. Indiana Beach is set to celebrate their 89th anniversary this Sunday, June 21st. Continue reading
American Idol Audition Bus Schedules Indy Stop
For the first time in the 15 years of American Idol history, hopeful Hoosier performers have a chance to audition right here in our home state. The free open auditions are set for Thursday, June 25 in Indianapolis at 100 W Georgia St. The line will open at 6 am and registration will follow an hour later at 7 am. Continue reading
DNR Officials Continue Search for Missing Marshall County Man
Conservation officers with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources are still searching the Tippecanoe River for a LaPaz man who was last seen early Wednesday morning at a home in Leiters Ford. Continue reading
Near Record Tippecanoe River Flooding Possible
Near-record flooding is possible along the Tippecanoe River near Ora, according to the National Weather Service. They’ve extended the flood warning there until further notice. Continue reading
Authorities Searching for Missing Marshall County Man
Authorities are seeking information about LaPaz man who may have fallen into the Tippecanoe River early Wednesday morning. Continue reading
Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Warns of Potential for Mold Following the Floods
Up until recently, the storm drains could not keep up with the amount of rain coming down which led to regional flooding. Though most public roadways are now clear of water, many driveways, basements and crawl spaces are still experiencing flooding and overall wetness. Continue reading
Rainfall Brings Drainage Efforts in Local Fields
Rains over the last several days have left plenty of water in fields.
According to Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery, the standing water may be at a point that it’s now causing poor root growth. In severe cases, this amount of moisture can lead to seedling death.
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Culver Environmental Council Seeks Input on Protecting Lake Water
Those interested in maintaining the water quality of Lake Maxinkuckee will have a chance to speak their mind later this month.
The Lake Maxinkuckee Environmental Council will be hosting their Community Stakeholders meeting on June 26th. The meeting is aimed at updating the group’s Lake and Watershed Management Plan.
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Updates to Culver Community Schools’ Handbooks
Removing the outdated rule about bringing beepers, boom-boxes and portable TVs to school was just one of the many handbooks amendments addressed during Monday evening’s Culver Community school board meeting.
Marshall County EMA Requires Greater Cooperation in Grant Reporting
The Emergency Management Agency in Marshall County may soon have more stringent grant reporting requirements.
Most grant funds received by the EMA Department have been expended according to Director Clyde Avery. He supplied Commissioners with a quarterly report during Monday’s meeting.
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Culver Adopts Amended Water Rate Ordinance
The Culver Town Council has taken another step toward implementing an upgrade to its water treatment facility.
An amendment to an existing water rate ordinance was considered during a special meeting Monday night to help pay for the construction. This is the third increase in water rates Culver has implemented since December.
Go from Interested in College to Enrolled in College this Saturday at the Ancilla Enrollment Day
Interested students have the chance to fill out an enrollment application, tour campus, take placement tests, talk to advisers and sample the Ancilla school lunches all for free this Saturday June 19.
Culver School Board Discussed Reduction to Title 1 Grant
Title 1 is a federal grant provided to the state of Indiana and then dispersed to various schools depending on factors such as the amount of students receiving free and reduced meals and enrollment numbers.
Weather Events Delay Freedom Park Opening
Flooding Concerns Continue
Flooding remains a concern across northern Indiana as rain continues to fall. Continue reading
Marshall County Seeks Clarification on Bridge Inspection Contract
The Marshall County Commissioners had a few questions about a contract being signed for bridge inspections.
USI Consultants inspected the county’s bridges as part of Phase One of the contract period. Nine of Marshall County’s bridges received a score of 4 or below. That indicates they’re in poor condition.
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