The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department recently conducted a fundraiser to collect money for Ounce of Prevention.
Continue readingOver $1,000 Donated in Ounce of Prevention Effort
Statistics Presented at Marshall County Joint Session Emphasize Need for Jail Expansion
With jail overcrowding concerns at the forefront of many minds in Marshall County, it should come as no surprise that statics presented during November’s joint session between County Council members and commissioners showed a need for additional space.
Continue readingWork Continues on New Lincoln Jr. High Building, Plymouth High School HVAC Projects
Work on the new Lincoln Junior High School is still on schedule and within budget. Plymouth School Superintendent Andy Hartley gave an update to the school board Tuesday.
Continue readingPlymouth Clerk-Treasurer Highlights Change to Annual Financial Report Requirements
When the Plymouth City Council met for their final meeting of the month in November, Clerk-Treasurer Jeannine Xaver highlighted a change at the state level.
Continue readingJohn Glenn School Board Approves Health Insurance for 2020
The John Glenn School Board members discussed health insurance options for 2020 at their meeting this week.
Continue readingCulver Town Council Approves North Bend Township Fire Protection Contract
The Culver Town Council has approved its annual fire protection contract with North Bend Township. Clerk-Treasurer Karen Heim told council members last week that there are no changes from the past several years.
Continue readingReport of a Fight on Hoham Drive Leads to Arrest of Plymouth and Hamlet Residents
Two men are facing charges following a fight that reportedly occurred at a Plymouth home Thursday evening.
According to authorities, Plymouth Police officers were dispatched to a residence on Hoham Drive in reference to a fight at that location and an injured male at the address.
Continue readingCaring Cupboards Initiative Reaches Across County Lines
Photo Source: Caring Cupboards of Plymouth FB Group
The Caring Cupboards initiative, which got its start locally in Marshall County has spread across the area and even reached over county lines.
Organizer Rebecca Palmer provided an update to the Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety when they met for their final meeting in November.
Continue readingTransportation Update Given to Plymouth School Board
Taking more than 1,200 students to class every day is no small task, and the Plymouth Community School Corporation’s transportation office is doing it while navigating a nationwide bus driver shortage, new state laws, and inattentive motorists. Transportation Director Brandon Berger shared how his office is dealing with these challenges during Tuesday’s school board meeting.
Continue readingCulver Council Appoints Town Manager to Marshall County Unsafe Building Committee
Marshall County communities continue tweaking the way they deal with unsafe buildings. A proposed ordinance update is expected to be presented to the Culver Town Council next week.
Continue readingArgos Christmas Light Decorating Contest Judging Starts Tomorrow
Argos residents and business owners who would like a shot at winning a prize during the annual Christmas Light Decorating Contest should have their buildings decked out with lights and decorations by tomorrow!
Continue readingSouth Bend Man Jailed Following Incident at Plymouth Hospital
A South Bend man is facing multiple charges after police reportedly had to take him into custody following an incident at the Plymouth Hospital.
Plymouth Police officers were dispatched to the hospital on Lake Avenue for a report of a male who was allegedly fighting with people shortly before 11: 15 p.m. on Wednesday, December 4th.
Continue readingPlymouth Police Respond to Domestic Situation on Adams Street Monday Night
A Plymouth man was lodged in the Marshall County Jail following an incident that occurred on West Adams Street Monday evening.
Continue readingPolice: Michigan Home Invasion Suspect Found in LaPaz with Guns, Drugs, and Stolen Vehicle
A tip about a Michigan home invasion suspect reportedly led to the discovery of guns, drugs, and a stolen vehicle in Marshall County. Marshall County Police say they were given information on the suspect’s whereabouts around 1:20 Thursday morning.
Continue readingMarshall County Crossroads Designated Stellar Community
Marshall County Crossroads has officially been designated this year’s Stellar Community. The designation opens the door to millions of dollars of grant opportunities from various state agencies and federal programs. Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs made the announcement Thursday morning.
Continue readingMarshall County EMA Director Working with Committee for New Disaster Protocol
Marshall County Emergency Management Director Clyde Avery is working with Circuit Court Judge Curtis Palmer to create Continuity of Operations Plan.
Continue readingBremen Fire Dept Teams Up with Local Business to Collect Toys for Project Santa
The Bremen Volunteer Fire Department is once again teaming up with local businesses to collect toys to give to families in need this Christmas season.
Continue readingHawk Lake Residents Consider Sewer Options, Following Septic Issues
A Hawk Lake homeowner says sewage issues have left her property uninhabitable, but finding a cost-effective solution may take a few years.
Continue readingPlymouth Building Commissioner Appointed to County Unsafe Building Committee
The City of Plymouth will have representation on the Marshall County Unsafe Building Committee following an appointment that was approved during the final City Council meeting in November.
Continue readingJohn Glenn School Board Discusses Pay for Bus Drivers
The John Glenn School Board members considered several items on the table for bus drivers during their meeting this week.
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