The Marshall County Commissioners will once again consider an agreement with the City of Plymouth to share the use of the County’s Planning and Inspection Departments.
Marshall County to Re-Consider Intergovernmental Agreement
AAA Expects Increases in Number of Holiday Travelers
AAA is predicting a recording breaking year for holiday travelers.
The group is expecting nearly one in three Americans will make a trip of 50 miles or more this year. It represents a 1.4-percent increase over the same period one year ago. AAA says the number of travelers has increased each year over the last seven years.
Utility Provider Now Offering Text Alerts During Power Outages
NIPSCO has developed a new way to report a power outage.
The utility service provider says that electric customers are now able to text the word “Out” to 444111. That will notify the company of a power outage at their place of residence. Businesses may also participate in the new service.
Plymouth Board of Works Extends Paramedic Search
The City of Plymouth is continuing its search for a new paramedic. Continue reading
Three Arrested Following Separate Residential Burglary Reports
Plymouth Police have apprehended three following two separate reports of residential burglary.
Officers responded to the 600 block of South Michigan Street around 2:45 p.m. on Thursday. Neighbors reported seeing three young men allegedly break into a house and subsequently leave the residence.
Argos to Hold Tie-Breaker Vote Following Alleged Secret Ballot Violation
The Town of Argos plans to re-do a vote taken last month to determine who fills a vacancy on its Town Council.
During their November 18th meeting, the Argos Town Council took a vote to break a tie between incumbent Dustin Johnson (D) and Randy Snead (R) following the General Municipal Election. The Marshall County Clerk’s office notified the town of the need to break the tie after certifying that one had indeed taken place.
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RDA Meetings to Determine Next Regional Cities Steps
The board tasked with putting $42-million in Regional Cities grant funds to use will be meeting over the coming weeks to determine how best to use the monies.
Those aims were set by the Indiana General Assembly when it was determined how to implement regional economic development projects.
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Health Organizations Throwing Support Behind Proposed Cigarette Tax Increase
Area interest groups are praising a plan announced on Wednesday to increase taxes levied on tobacco products in the Hoosier State.
State Lawmakers to Reintroduce HERO Bill
Saving up for retirement could become a little easier for Hoosiers. State lawmakers plan to reintroduce the Hoosier Employee Retirement Option (HERO) bill when the legislative session starts January 5. Continue reading
Plymouth Police Release Operation Pull Over Results
Officers from the Plymouth Police Department made 26 arrests during a recent Operation Pull Over blitz. Continue reading
Regional Cities Efforts In Spotlight According to State Economist
An Indiana-based economist says the regions submitting applications for Regional Cities Grant Funds did their homework.
Theme Announced for 2016 Marshall County Blueberry Festival
The 2016 Marshall County Blueberry Festival will have a nostalgic theme to coincide with Indiana’s bicentennial celebration. Continue reading
Culver Schools Superintendent Accepts New Job
Culver Schools Superintendent Vicki McGuire is is resigning from the position to take over as superintendent at a school corporation in Central Indiana. The Eastern Hancock school corporation has announced that McGuire will be its new superintendent starting January 1, after she signs a three-and-a-half-year contract with the corporation Monday morning. Continue reading
Plymouth Council Approves WestRock Tax Abatement Request
A Plymouth factory has gotten its tax abatement request approved by the city. The Common Council Monday approved a seven-year personal property tax abatement for WestRock. The company’s planning to make $5.2 million in equipment upgrades at its Plymouth facility. Continue reading
Culver Schools Completes Bond Refunding
The Culver Community Schools Corporation has wrapped up its bond refunding process. Superintendent Vicki McGuire says it will give the corporation just under a million dollars for some small construction projects. Some planned improvements include concrete and roof repairs, as well as the purchase of a utility truck. Continue reading
Marshall County Community Corrections Makes Small Budget Adjustments
A few housekeeping items will be affecting the way Marshall County’s Community Corrections program monitors its spending. If people want to know more about Residential Cleaning Service, they can hire them from here!
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Council meeting, Ward Byers – who administrates the program – said changes to the department’s budget are required as part of an agreement with the Indiana Department of Corrections.
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Marshall County Among Those to Benefit from Regional Cities Grant Funds
Months of waiting have paid off for the North Central Indiana Region.
It was announced Tuesday afternoon that Marshall County, St. Joseph, and Elkhart Counties will receive $42-million in Regional Cities grant funds. The region was one of three top prize winners announced through the project.
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Marshall County Awaits Regional Cities Grant Funds Announcement
Officials in Marshall County will be awaiting an announcement Tuesday afternoon from the state of Indiana.
The winner, or winners, from an extensive Regional Cities Initiative application process are expected to be announced during that time. Marshall County has joined forces with St. Joseph and Elkhart counties in their application.
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Plymouth Council Approves Fire Department Schedule Change
The Plymouth Common Council has approved an ordinance changing the Fire Department’s work schedule. Continue reading
Marshall County to Question Method for Budget Transfers
The Marshall County Council may soon be considering how they approve budget transfers.
During Monday morning’s meeting, administrators within the county government questioned how the County Council is now approving budget transfers. According to multiple department heads, county elected officials are not necessarily required to approve budget line item transfers within the same fund.
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