The number of Marshall County residents who’ve died from COVID-19 is now up to 25. Another death was reported in Saturday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Eight more Marshall County residents have tested positive, for a new total of 1,053.
Continue readingCulver School Superintendent Provides COVID-19 Update
Culver Community School Superintendent Karen Shuman shared this week that the school corporation remains free of COVID-19.
Continue readingBlueberry Festival, Convention & Visitors Bureau Awarded COVID-19 Relief Funding
Big events and many other attractions were virtually shut down this year. Now, their organizers are getting some financial help. This week, state officials announced the recipients of the Arts, Cultural and Destination Marketing Organization Grant.
Continue readingSouth Main Street in Culver to Close Monday for Storm Sewer Installation
South Main Street in Culver will be closed south of Davis Street starting Monday. Clerk-Treasurer Karen Heim says crews will be installing a storm sewer.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Review Solar Ordinance Amendments
Marshall County Plan Director Ty Adley presented a few amendments to the solar ordinance during the most recent Marshall County Commissioners meeting.
Continue readingLocal Health Officials Remind COVID-19 Contacts to Follow Quarantine Requirements
Close contacts of COVID-19 patients are being reminded to follow through with quarantine requirements. The Marshall County Health Department says that those who’ve been in close contact with a conformed or probable COVID-19 case should quarantine for at least 14 days, even if they test negative themselves.
Continue readingVoter Registration Deadline Is Monday
Those who’d like to vote in next month’s election but are not registered have just a few days to get that done. Residents have until the close of business Monday to register at their county clerk’s office or until midnight to register online at IndianaVoters.com.
Continue readingHealth Officials Urge Hoosiers to Get Flu Shot
Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box urges Indiana residents to get a flu shot before the height of the flu season.
Continue readingSouth Bend Man Arrested after Marshall County Police Chase
A South Bend man was arrested after allegedly leading police on a pursuit through Marshall County Friday. Indiana State Police say it began around 2:50 p.m. in the area of U.S. 30 and King Road, when police saw an SUV matching the description of one believed to be involved in an armed robbery at a Bourbon business.
Continue readingIndiana Sets Single-Day Record for New COVID Cases, 15 Reported in Marshall County
Indiana has surpassed its single-day record for new COVID-19 cases. The Indiana Department of Health reported another 1,495 cases Friday, bringing the state’s total to 122,640. The only time more cases were added to the count was when a backlog of previous cases was incorporated.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Provides Guidance on Halloween Activities
Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box shared guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention when is comes to Halloween activities.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Encourages Residents to Get Tested for COVID-19
Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box is encouraging residents to get tested for COVID-19 if they are experiencing symptoms.
Continue readingOctoberfest Set for Saturday in Argos
The first annual Octoberfest in Argos begins Saturday, October 3 at 5 p.m. at the Argos Community Park at 560 W. Walnut Street in Argos.
Continue readingLocal Fire Departments Receive Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants
The Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry officials announced this week that more than $320,000 in grant money was awarded to rural and volunteer fire departments around Indiana.
Continue readingLocal Historical Organizations Receive Grants
Two local historical society organizations received grant funding from the Indiana Historical Society.
Continue readingIndiana Farm Bureau to Offer Health Insurance Alternative
Indiana farmers now have a new health coverage option. The Indiana Farm Bureau says its members can apply for its new INFB Health Plans.
Continue readingSix New COVID-19 Cases Reported Locally
Six new COVID-19 cases were reported in the tri-county area with two new cases in Marshall County and four new cases in Starke County. There were no new cases reported in Pulaski County.
Continue readingBremen Public School Superintendent Educates Public on Referendum Question
Bremen Public School Superintendent Dr. Jim White told the school board members at their meeting earlier this month that he has been attempting to educate the public on the referendum question on the November ballot.
Continue readingBremen Downtown Revitalization Project Continues
The downtown revitalization project in Bremen continues.
Continue readingPlymouth City Attorney Provides Update on Demolition of Lake Avenue Property
Plymouth City Attorney Sean Surrisi updated the Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members this week on efforts to demolish an unsafe building at 701 W. Lake Avenue.
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