More than 80 offenders at the Westville Correctional Facility have now tested positive for COVID-19. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box shared the statistics during Thursday’s COVID-19 briefing.
Continue readingIndiana State Department of Health Reports Additional COVID-19 Cases, Deaths
The daily report from the Indiana State Department of Health on Thursday showed an additional 611 people diagnosed with COVID-19, and 41 new deaths reported.
Continue readingBremen Man Sentenced on Federal Charges
A Bremen man was sentenced this week in U.S. District Court on a charge of conspiracy to sell and dispose of one or more firearms, including handgun revolvers for sale, to an unlawful user of controlled substances.
Continue readingFour to Six Inches of Snow Possible Late Tonight, Early Tomorrow
Up to four to six inches of snow could be seen in parts of the local area late tonight and into tomorrow morning. A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect from 2:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. EDT Friday. The National Weather Service predicts that the highest snow amounts will come in a narrow band somewhere between U.S. 6 and U.S. 24.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Looks at Proposed Job Descriptions
The Marshall County Council members reviewed the last three job descriptions needed to complete the process to match with the county’s salary ordinance.
Continue readingBremen Town Council Members Review Workplace Safety Resolution
The Bremen Town Council members reviewed a resolution Monday afternoon that pertains to workplace safety in the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office.
Continue readingCulver Town Council Approves Resolution to Close Beach
The Culver Town Council members reviewed information in a resolution Tuesday night that closes the Culver Public Beach during the course of the governor’s stay-at-home order.
Continue readingMarshall County Crossroads Stellar Communities Initiative to Move Forward with Projects
The Marshall County Crossroads Stellar Communities Initiative representatives are moving forward with the projects outlined in the Regional Development Plan for the Regional Stellar Communities Designation program.
Continue readingScholarships Awarded to Next Generation Hoosier Educators
Scholarships were recently awarded to the fourth class of Next Generation Hoosier Educators.
Continue readingIndiana State Department of Health Boosts Food Assistance during COVID-19 Pandemic
Those struggling to feed their families may be able to get some extra help. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box says a new assistance program will be available at many food banks and pantries in rural areas through the Indiana State Department of Health.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb: Protecting Lives, Economy ‘Not an Either/Or Choice’
Indiana does not have to choose between protecting the lives of Hoosiers and protecting the state’s economy, according to Governor Eric Holcomb.
Continue readingExecutive Order Makes It Easier for Pharmacy Students to Start Working during COVID-19 Pandemic
Indiana is taking steps to put new pharmacists to work during the COVID-19 public health emergency. An executive order from Governor Eric Holcomb Wednesday lets pharmacy students who’ve completed their required coursework apply for a temporary license without the need for certain exams and a background check.
Continue readingMore Hoosiers Dying at Home as COVID-19 Concerns Reduce Hospital Visits
The spread of COVID-19 has coincided with an increase in people dying at home from apparently unrelated causes. During state officials’ COVID-19 briefing Wednesday, State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box said that Hoosiers seem to be more careful about going to the hospital.
Continue readingSen. Young: Federal COVID-19 Money Heading to Indiana Residents, Businesses
Federal help is starting to make its way to Indiana residents and businesses. U.S. Senator Todd Young gave an update on the CARES Act during state officials’ COVID-19 press conference Tuesday.
Continue readingOver 400 COVID-19 Deaths Recorded by Indiana State Department of Health
The Indiana State Department of Health reported an additional 49 deaths in its daily report on Wednesday, pushing the total of COVID-19 Indiana deaths up to 436.
Continue readingMarshall County Applying for CDBG Grant for COVID-19 Assistance
The Marshall County Council members reviewed the application for Community Development Block Grant funds from the Office of Community and Rural Affairs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue readingCulver Town Council Members Approve Funds for Local Businesses
The Culver Town Council members took action Tuesday night to approve grant funds for small businesses to assist them during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue readingFirst Marshall County COVID-19 Grant Funds Awarded
The first Marshall County COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund grant awards were made to food pantries and organizations providing housing and utility assistance to families impacted by COVID-19 in the Marshall County area.
Continue readingPlymouth BOW Approves Extension of Public Health Emergency Declaration
The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members approved another extension of the Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration Monday night.
Continue readingKoontz Lake Fire Department Receives PPE Supplies
Firefighters with the Koontz Lake Volunteer Fire Department recently received a generous donation of supplies.
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