Students looking to build a future in construction can benefit from a new scholarship that the Marshall County Builders Association (MCBA) has established through the Marshall County Community Foundation (MCCF).
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Approves Additional Legal Services for Jail Lawsuits
The Marshall County Commissioners continue to deal with lawsuits filed due to overcrowding issues at the jail.
Continue readingMarshall County Republican Party to Hold Caucus for Open Argos Town Council Seat
An open seat on the Argos Town Council will be filled following a Republican Party caucus scheduled for tonight.
Continue readingFire Prevention Week Provides Opportunity to Remind Citizens About Important Safety Tips
Nearly 150 years ago on this day, the Great Chicago Fire broke out and spread across the city for days.
Every year, the first full week of October is recognized as Fire Prevention Week in the U.S. to commemorate the tragedy that took 300 lives, destroyed thousands of buildings, and caused an estimated $200 million in damages.
Continue readingSchool Improvement Plans Presented to Plymouth School Board
The 2019-2020 school improvement plans were presented to the Plymouth School Board last week. Assistant Superintendent Jill VanDriessche said this year’s plans recognize the importance of collaboration in making sure children have amazing futures.
Continue readingMarshall County Highway Department Continues with Road Work
Marshall County Highway Superintendent Jason Peters updated the commissioners this week on road work that will continue as long as the weather remains stable.
Continue readingCulver Town Council to Meet Tonight
The Culver Town Council will meet tonight where they are expected to adopt the 2020 budget.
The Culver Town Council members opened a public hearing during their last meeting regarding the 2020 budget. Public comments included ways the town could save on utility costs, and the growth quotient and the variables considered when discussing tax rates and budget estimates. Clerk-Treasurer Karen Heim said a lot of specific figures remain up in the air as some percentages aren’t figured yet.
The General Fund in the 2020 budget is just under $1.9 million with the total proposed budget at $5,242,778.
The town council will receive updates on the Culver Beach Lodge, the Cavalier Sports Park and other projects included in the town’s Stellar Communities Designation Plan, and from all of the department heads, and members on various town boards and commissions.
The Culver Town Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. ET tonight in the Culver Town Hall at 200 E. Washington Street.
Bourbon Man Killed in Kosciusko County Crash
A Bourbon man is dead after a crash Monday afternoon in Kosciusko County. WNDU-TV says it happened around 3:10 on Old Road 30 in Etna Township.
Continue readingSouth Bend Man Arrested Following Alleged Impaired Driving Incident on Saturday
Shortly after midnight on Saturday, October 5th Marshall County Police responded to a report of a white box truck traveling all over the roadway in the northbound lanes of US 31 in the area of 9A Road.
Continue readingWork Begins on Plymouth High School HVAC Project
Plymouth High School’s $2 million HVAC project is underway. Superintendent Andy Hartley gave an update to the school board last week. “If you were to walk through some of the parts, you’d see some ceiling tiles popped out, as they start working on lines there,” he said.
Continue readingJohn Glenn School Board Acts on Fund Transfer Resolution
A resolution that would authorize the transfer of money from the Education Fund to the Operation Fund was considered by the John Glenn School Board members last week.
Continue readingArgos Town Council Addresses Trees and Sidewalks in Downtown Area
The Argos Town Council addressed some possible changes that could be made in the downtown area when members met last Wednesday.
Continue readingIndiana Homeland Security Foundation Scholarship Apps Are Due Friday!
Certain students who volunteer for a public safety organization have the chance to apply for financial assistance for college through the Indiana Homeland Security Foundation scholarship.
However, time is running out! Indiana college students only have until 5 p.m. ET on Friday, October 11th to submit their application.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider several contracts and grant application requests when they meet today.
Continue readingPolice Respond to Report of Shots Fired at Plymouth Motel
An Ohio man was arrested Saturday night following a report of shots fired at a Plymouth motel.
Continue readingArgos Officials Take Necessary Steps to Rezone Property on SR 10 from L-1 to Ag
Argos officials recently took steps to rezone a property on State Road 10 from Light Industrial (L-1) to Agriculture (Ag).
Continue readingJohn Glenn School Board Considers Resolution Regarding Teacher’s Retirement Fund
The John Glenn School Board members considered a resolution this week concerning how much the school corporation will invest in the Teacher’s Retirement Fund, according to guidelines in House Enrolled Act 1001.
Continue readingHabitat for Humanity of Marshall County to Hold Groundbreaking for Plymouth Build
Habitat for Humanity of Marshall County will hold a groundbreaking ceremony this weekend for the 22nd family home to be built in the county.
Members of the public are invited to attend the ceremony which will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 6th.
Continue readingElectronic Community Billboard to be Constructed on U.S. 30 in Plymouth
A new electronic billboard will be constructed along U.S. 30 in Plymouth, thanks to a partnership with the Saint Joseph Health System and the Dr. Susan Bardwell Aquatic Center.
Continue readingApplications Open for Drug Free Marshall County Grants
Officials with Drug Free Marshall County are now accepting applications for the 2019-2020 grant rounds.
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