Shortly after 9 p.m. on Wednesday, October 3rd, Plymouth Police units were dispatched to a vehicle that crashed into a house in the 1300 block of West Lake Avenue. Continue reading
Three Arrested after Heroin, Assault Rifles Seized in Drug Investigation
Three people were arrested in Lapaz on Wednesday night following a lengthy multi-agency drug investigation where a large quantity of heroin was reportedly confiscated as well as assault rifles.
No Public Comments Offered during Culver Schools Budget Hearing, As Referendum Approaches
The Culver School Board held a public hearing Monday on the school corporation’s 2019 budget. Superintendent Karen Shuman says one of the major factors will be the outcome of next month’s property tax referendum. “So with those, we hope to be sustainable in all our funds, with the referendum passing,” she says.
Marshall County Sheriff’s Department to Apply for NG911 Grant
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department will be applying for a grant to purchase a new recorder.
Foundation, Masonry Work Continue at New Lincoln Junior High School
Crews working on Plymouth’s new Lincoln Junior High School building are busy preparing the site for winter. Project Manager Derek Anderson told the Plymouth School Board Tuesday that 95 percent of the footings and foundations have been poured for the two-story classroom wing.
John Glenn School Board Gets Falloween Update
The John Glenn School Board members got an update Tuesday night on the recent Falloween event.
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Issues Update about Road Work
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters issued an update about a few different projects that crews have been working on recently. Continue reading
Bolt for Blessings Set during Culver Fall Fest
Help Culver students get proper nutrition by sponsoring the Blessings in a Backpack program.
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Submits Community Crossings Application
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters submitted the fall application for Community Crossings grant funds through the Indiana Department of Transportation.
John Glenn School Board to Interview Superintendent Candidates
The John Glenn School Board members are expected to meet in Executive Session on Monday, Oct. 15 to interview candidates for the Superintendent’s position.
Culver Community Middle/High School Restroom Upgrades Halfway Done
Construction work continues at Culver Community Middle/High School. Superintendent Karen Shuman says upgrades to the restrooms across from the high school gym are 50-percent complete. “We are hoping for an October 15th completion date of those restrooms,” she says.
Plymouth School Board Adopts 2019 Budget
The Plymouth Community School Corporation’s 2019 budget was officially adopted by the school board Tuesday. The total budget adds up to about $35 million.
Plymouth Students Participate in Campaign to Raise Awareness About Bullying Prevention Month
Bullying is a serious issue that many students face and unfortunately with the introduction of new technology, it no longer stays in the schoolyard.
It can infiltrate multiple aspects of a child’s life to the point where they feel they’ve lost control. In order to raise awareness about this prevalent problem, October is recognized as Bullying Prevention Month.
According to Plymouth Community Schools Marketing Director Judi Lykowski, students and staff have been engaging in a campaign this week to emphasize that bullies are not welcome at their schools. Continue reading
Campaign Signs Prohibited in State Right-of-Ways, Intersections and Interchanges
With the Election Day just around the corner, you can’t drive far without spotting campaign signs of various sizes and colors speckling front yards and lining the roadways.
While it’s understandable that candidates want to get their name out there, there are a few things they must keep in mind when it comes to placement. Continue reading
Two Arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine, Marijuana Following Plymouth Traffic Stop
A traffic stop in Plymouth Saturday led to the arrest of two South Bend residents. Plymouth Police say they pulled over a vehicle driven by Anne L. Huston, 37, just after 6:30 p.m. near Michigan Street and U.S. 30.
Commissioners Address Semi Truck Traffic on County Roads
Since Bourbon resident Pat Walters approached the Marshall County Commissioners about the excessive amount of semi truck traffic on Fir Road, they are noticing more semi truck traffic on other county roads as well.
Plymouth Teachers to Get Pay Raise, Under 2018-2019 Master Contract
Teachers in the Plymouth Community School Corporation will be getting a raise. As part of the 2018-2019 master contract ratified by the school board Tuesday, eligible certified teachers will see a base salary increase of more than $600.
John Glenn School Board Holds Budget Public Hearing
The John Glenn School Board members opened a public hearing Tuesday night to hear comments on the proposed 2019 budget.
Culver Stellar Communities Projects to Begin Next Year
The projects within the Town of Culver’s Stellar Communities Designation program will begin next year.
Warm Weather Helping to Speed Up Fall Harvest
Warm weather is helping to push this year’s harvest season along, according to Purdue Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator Phil Woolery. “Things are picking up pretty fast now,” he says. “We’ve had some kind of warm and dry weather that’s helped dry crops down, which has helped speed up harvest on corn and soybeans, helping things mature faster. We had some real warm weather that helped with crops growing faster, as well, so earlier than average harvest start time.”
