The former Monterey School Building is in the process of being appraised, ahead of a planned sale of the property. Culver Schools Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell told the school board Monday that one appraisal was completed a couple of weeks ago and another was scheduled for Tuesday of this week. Kitchell promised to share the results with school board members, once they are available. Continue reading
Mixed Weather Offers Test for Local Gardeners
Weather so far this spring has been a bit of a rollercoaster in Northern Indiana, presenting a bit of a challenge to area plant enthusiasts.
Warmer temperatures in March, and a wintry mix predicted this week are prompting a few recommendations from Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery. He says the more a plant has developed, the more likely it is to be affected by colder temperatures.
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Donnelly Discusses Military Progress in Middle East
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly says the United States military is making progress in the fight against ISIS in the Middle East. Donnelly recently returned from a week-long, five-country trip, in which he led a congressional delegation on a tour of missile defense systems. Continue reading
Ancilla College Planning for Second Annual Day of Giving
Ancilla College will be holding its second annual Day of Giving on Friday, April 29. College officials hope to get a total goal of 200 donors to take part in this year’s event by donating online, and they’re challenging each of those donors to give $24. Development and alumni relations manager Emily Hutsell says this level of donations can change the lives of students at Ancilla, where 90 percent of students receive some sort of financial assistance. Continue reading
IRS Scam Callers Targeting Local Residents
Income taxes are due in a few weeks, and telephone scammers are looking to profit at the expense of unsuspecting victims. This call came from 775-981-0059.
Culver Schools Begin Process of Cutting Staff
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is moving ahead with the process of cutting up to four teaching positions. The school board Monday passed a resolution determining the need for a decrease in the number of certificated staff. Continue reading
County Commissioners Give Approval for Hazard Mitigation Grant
The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Department is looking to update its Hazard Mitigation Plan, and they’re hoping to receive grant funds to do it.
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Absentee Voting Begins Tuesday in Marshall County
Tuesday marks the first day local election offices will accept absentee ballots cast in the May 3rd primary election.
Rep. Walorski Touts Accomplishments to Local Business Leaders
U.S. Representative Jackie Walorski visited Bass Lake Monday, to tout some of her accomplishments to members of the Starke and Pulaski County chambers of commerce. Walorski said that over the past few years, House Republicans have been making progress on their agenda, in spite of a president Walorski says has not been supportive of their positions. She says Republicans have been getting things done in Washington both through persistence and compromise with Democrats. Continue reading
Hoosiers Urged to Keep Campaign Signs a Safe Distance from Roadways
Political candidates and their supporters are being reminded to keep campaign signs a safe distance away from roadways. The Indiana Department of Transportation says the signs should be kept away from intersections, interchanges, and the rights of way alongside roadways. Continue reading
Plymouth Cop Busts Counterfeiters During Traffic Stop
A Sunday afternoon traffic stop by a Plymouth Police officer on U.S. 30 near Oak Drive led to the arrests of five Fort Wayne residents on counterfeiting charges. The officer reportedly found numerous counterfeit $100 bills in the vehicle, including uncut copied bills and a printer, according to a news release. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Consider Teacher Cuts
Staff cuts will be up for discussion during tonight’s Culver School Board meeting. Board members will consider a resolution to determine the need for a decrease in the number of certified staff. Continue reading
Commissioners Consider Grant Request for Hazard Mitigation
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider providing permission for a hazard mitigation plan from the County’s EMA Department this morning.
Voter Registration Deadline is Today
Today marks the final day for Indiana residents to register to vote in the May 3rd Primary Election. Continue reading
Wind Advisory in Effect Through Tonight
The entire listening area is under a wind advisory until 8 p.m. this evening. Continue reading
Indiana Maintains Coveted AAA Bond Rating
One of the three major bond rating agencies has reaffirmed Indiana’s AAA credit rating. Continue reading
Nominations Now Available for Golden Hoosier Awards
The State of Indiana is looking to honor senior citizens who are giving back to their communities. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2016 Golden Hoosier Awards. Continue reading
Hoosiers Urged to Get Tested During STD Awareness Month
During the month of April, health officials around the country are working to raise awareness of the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases. Continue reading
TASK Group Continues School Referendum Promotion
An Argos organization promoting the passage of a property tax levy increase continued promoting the cause Thursday night.
Taxpayers for Argos Schools and Kids (TASK) held a community forum at the Argos United Methodist Church to discuss the measure – which will head to ballot referendum during May 3rd’s primary election.
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Culver Considers Park Department Revamp
The future of the Culver Park Board may be in jeopardy following a proposal by the Town Council, last week.
A public hearing has been scheduled for April 14th to consider the measure which will both rescind the ordinance establishing an independent park board, and placing it under the purview of the Town Council.
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