ARGOS – The volunteer group, Elevate Argos, in partnership with the Town of Argos, has announced the launch of “Downtown Live at the Depot,” a free, family-friendly event set to bring music to downtown Argos.

Downtown Live at the Depot will be held at Nickel Plate Square and will take place one Saturday a month during the summer months. Music genres are Americana, pop, country, and rock.
Concert schedule includes:
May 31 -Sandburz (80’s, 90’s Rock & Pop)
June 28 – Tonight Only (Rock & Americana)
July 26 – Cody Buck (Americana)
August 23 – Bachelor Road (Rock, Blues, and Alternative)
“We’re thrilled to bring music and the community together to our downtown,” states Jon VanderWeele, organizer of Elevate Argos. “This new series is about connecting, bringing people to our downtown, and making unforgettable summer memories.”
The concerts will begin at 6:30 PM, rain or shine. Admission is free and open to all ages. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and settle in for a summer of great music and good vibes. Elevate Argos acquired special permits, which will allow coolers with adult beverages in the park. Please drink responsibly.
This summer series is in addition to TGIF Argos, which the town hosts on the second Friday during the summer months. TGIF features food trucks, artisan vendors, kids’ activities, and live music.
Additional information about the Town of Argos can be found online at http://www.townofargos.com and on social media @townofargos.

PLYMOUTH — The city of Plymouth pledged its support for Heartland Artist Gallery in its ongoing project.

At their regular Monday meeting the Plymouth City Council voted their support of $325,000 for the next three years to Heartland that is currently in the process of a renovation of their building in downtown Plymouth. The pledge is a match for a Redi 2.0 grant received by the gallery towards the multi-million dollar renovation. The project includes classrooms, galleries and an event space and a planned living space that will allow the gallery to offer “artist in residence” programs.
The city will make an additional appropriation from the General Fund to provide the donation. Heartland continues to seek additional funding for the project from other sources.

ARGOS — On May 28 at 9:50 a.m., Marshall County Central Dispatch received a 911 call for a semi that had rolled over on its side in the 20,000 block of SR-10.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers found a 2019 Freightliner ​driven by Harvinder Singh of Sacramento,​ California.
The semi had left the roadway for unknown reasons and continued off the roadway and down into a ditch, where it rolled ​over onto its side and came to a rest in a field. The semi and its trailer suffered heavy damage,​ and the driver of the semi was transported to St. Joseph Hospital in Plymouth for minor injuries. ​
Agencies involved were the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department,​ the Culver Police Department,​ the Culver Fire and EMS,​ and Reichert and Knepp’s ​Wrecker Service

PLYMOUTH — On May 27, at 6:40 pm, Plymouth Police were dispatched to 318 North St. to an unknown call for 911.

Upon arrival, Officers started an investigation for a possible Residential Entry. During the investigation, it was found that the suspect, Denis Castro Mintenegro, 43, of Plymouth, had an active arrest warrant through Marshall County. Mintenegro was arrested on an active warrant, and further charges will be filed through the Marshall County Superior Court.

On the afternoon of Sunday, May 25, Officers with the Plymouth Police Department were notified that Anthony Chadwick, 56, was at Pilgrim Manor and had an active warrant for his arrest.
Plymouth Officers arrived on the scene and located Chadwick inside the building and placed him in custody. He was transported and lodged into the Marshall County Jail for his warrant.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — On May 27,​ at 9 PM, Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Deputies were requested to respond to a residence in the 5000 block of Michigan Road for an unwanted guest.

The caller stated that the man,​ later identified as 38-year-old Joshua Carroll,​ was intoxicated,​ being aggressive while at the residence,​ and then began driving up and down the road, revving his vehicle’s engine. ​
Upon a Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Deputy’s arrival,​ Carroll fled from the vehicle on foot. Deputies located him behind a residence,​ but he fled from law enforcement again. Marshall County Sheriff’s Department’s Drone and K-9 Unit were utilized to search for him.
At approximately 1 AM,​ Marshall County Central Dispatch received a call from a resident on Lilac Road advising that an unknown man was pounding on their door. The caller believed the man was under the influence and provided a description matching that of Carroll. ​The caller stated the man became aggressive and was now being pinned down and held at gunpoint.
The man fled the scene prior to law enforcement’s arrival. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Drone and K-9 Unit were utilized again in the search. A short time ​later,​ K-9 Diesel located the man,​ identified as Carroll,​ hiding underneath heavy machinery equipment in a construction yard nearby.
K-9 Diesel was utilized to apprehend Carroll after he refused to comply with law enforcement commands. He was then taken into custody without further incident. LaPaz EMS transported Carroll from the scene to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Plymouth​ to be treated for his injuries and undergo a chemical test. Carroll was found to be over twice the legal limit of alcohol and was transported to the Marshall County Jail.
Carroll was booked for Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a Prior Conviction – Level 6 Felony,​ Resisting Law Enforcement – Class A Misdemeanor,​ and Public Intoxication – Class B Misdemeanor. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted by the Plymouth Police Department,​ LaPaz EMS,​ and Lyon Wrecker Service.

PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth High School Valedictorian for the Class of 2025 is Elizabeth Grace Kruyer.
Elizabeth is the daughter of Jim and Laura Kruyer.

Elizabeth ends her high school career with a grade point average of 4.18 on a 4-point scale.
In addition to meeting all local and state requirements for graduation, Elizabeth leaves PHS having earned 47 college credits.
Throughout high school, Elizabeth participated in Girls’ Softball.
She has also been a member of the National Honor Society and participated in Interact, SEED, Spanish, Sunshine, and AFS Clubs.
Elizabeth was named Athlete of the Month by the Plymouth Booster Club and earned a spot on the Academic All-Conference Team. She ended her senior year by being inducted into the Plymouth High School Academic Hall of Fame by the mathematics department.
Scholarships received by Elizabeth include the Plymouth Fireman Memorial Scholarship, Herman and Florence Mattix Scholarship, Sergeant Jason Nemeth Memorial Scholarship, Saint Michael School Scholarship, PEA Teaching Scholarship, Red Cross Scholarship, Beverly E. Falconbury Memorial Scholarship, G. Ernest and Bernadine Rightly Memorial Scholarship, Eugene and Florence Stanley Scholarship, and the Richard and Betty Heiser Scholarship.
Elizabeth will attend Taylor University, where she will major in Mathematics Education.

PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth High School Salutatorian for the Class of 2025 is Madeline Elikia Danforth.
Madeline is the daughter of Joshua and Kimia Danforth.

Madeline leaves PHS with a grade point average of 4.16 on a 4-point scale.
In addition to meeting all local and state requirements for graduation, Madeline will leave PHS having earned 47 college credits.
Madeline was part of Prayer Club throughout her high school career and served as vice president during her junior and senior years. In addition, she participated in Future Teachers of America, Interact Club, SEED Club, Sunshine Society, and National Honor Society. She also played on the girls’ soccer team for three years.
Throughout high school, Madeline earned multiple awards. She was nominated as a Rising Star of Indiana and was the DAR Good Citizens Award essay contest winner. Madeline was recently inducted into the Plymouth High School Academic Hall of Fame for Traditional Social Studies and for English.
Scholarships received by Madeline include the Richard and Betty Heiser Scholarship, Eugene and Florence Stanley Scholarship, the Tri Kappa Katherine E. Garn Scholarship, the Plymouth Education Association Scholarship, the Maxine and Floyd Mattix Scholarship, the Walter A. Glaub Scholarship, multiple Taylor University scholarships, and the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship.
Madeline will attend Taylor University, where she will major in Social Studies Education.

CULVER — The Culver Community Athletic Boosters Color Run will be June 7 at Noon.
You can choose between a fun 1-mile walk/run or a 5k. The 1-mile route will run around the Culver Schools Corporation, and the 5k route will run through downtown Culver.

Both routes will finish on the Culver Middle/High School football field. This will be a fun run with several color stations manned by CCHS athletes ready to toss color powder on you as you pass by.
Registration includes a white race t-shirt and neon sunglasses to wear to show off your colors. There will be an after-party on the football field.
There is still time to sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Culver/CulverCommunitySchoolsBoosterClubColorRun

PLYMOUTH — On the evening of May 25 at approximately 9:05 pm, Plymouth and Marshall County Police were advised of a possibly impaired driver traveling south on Michigan Street from LaPaz.

A Marshall County Police Officer located the car and conducted a traffic stop on Michigan Street, just north of Airport Road, for moving violations. The driver, 28-year-old Christopher Hernandez of Plymouth, was suspected of being intoxicated, and two juvenile passengers were present in the vehicle.
A Plymouth Police Officer assigned to Operation Pull Over assisted and took over the investigation. A chemical test was completed, and Hernandez was taken into custody for Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated-Endangering and Operating while Intoxicated-passenger less than 18. He was transported to the Marshall County Jail.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — On May 23 at 3:44 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle because the registered owner was showing suspended.

The vehicle owner and driver were identified as Shayla Hatfield, 35, of Plymouth. The vehicle was pulled over in the parking lot of Quick Mart Gas Station. Hatfield was taken into custody for driving while suspended with a prior conviction.
While Hatfield was in the rear of the patrol vehicle, she slipped her hand out of the cuffs and retrieved methamphetamine from her bra to hide it, and was caught by the officer. Hatfield started to resist the officer when he tried to get the methamphetamine from her, and put her back in cuffs. She was placed back in cuffs and placed back into the patrol vehicle.
Two grams of Methamphetamine were recovered. Plymouth K9 Castor arrived on the scene and did a free air sniff of the vehicle. She was transported to Marshall County Jail and booked in for possession of methamphetamine, paraphernalia, resisting arrest, and driving while suspended with a prior conviction.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — The City of Plymouth Utilities will conduct its annual water main flushing program, beginning Monday, June 2. This will last for approximately 3 weeks.

Crews will be working Monday through Thursday, 6 AM to 4 PM.
The purpose is to scour and clean the inside of the water mains, removing mineral deposits and any other debris that may be present. The flushing could create a slightly lower water pressure than normal, and possibly some discolored water
for a short period. If the discolored water does occur, run the COLD water only for a few minutes. If the discolored water continues after a few minutes, contact the Plymouth Water Department at 574-936-2543, and a service person will investigate.

PLYMOUTH — At their meeting last Thursday, the Marshall County Plan Commission discussed the topic of putting together the county’s ordinances for solar energy storage systems.

Marshall County Plan Director Nicholas Witwer and Board President and Commissioner Stan Klotz reported to the board about an informational meeting they had that morning with the Wabash Valley Power Alliance and REMC regarding battery energy storage systems. The meeting was to gather information for the board to put together the county ordinances that will govern such systems.
Witwer reported that the “takeaway” from the meeting was that some sort of battery energy storage systems will inevitably be a necessary part of the power distribution structure in the future. The presentation showed that with current power needs, in order to protect public access to electricity, the burden on the current transmission methods will have to be eased.
Klotz told the board that “we will see blackouts in the future” if the problem isn’t addressed. He said that he felt that “mini-nuclear” systems could also be in the future as a way to address the burden on current electricity transmission on the grid.
Witwer said they were informed that in the next three to five years, data centers alone would require 99 percent of the power currently being generated nationwide.
Klotz told the board the difference in the units they saw at the meeting as opposed to the system recently denied a variance by the Marshall County BZA were that they were smaller, safer for the public, adding that REMC is interested in Marshall County and not just in making money and adding most of the power will stay in the county rather than going onto the grid. He suggested that the systems he saw in the presentation might even warrant considering a separate category for those systems as they consider the new ordinance.
In February, the Marshall County Commissioners placed a moratorium on four types of solar-related projects: farm-scale solar projects, utility-scale battery energy storage systems, data centers, and carbon capture projects in Marshall County.

Average gasoline prices in Indiana have remained unchanged over the last week, averaging $ 3.19 per gallon today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana.

Prices in Indiana are 14.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 42.6 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 3.2 cents in the last week and stands at $3.476 per gallon.
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $2.27/g yesterday while the most expensive was $3.69/g, a difference of $1.42/g.
“While the national average didn’t fall quite as far as anticipated for Memorial Day, it was still one of the most affordable since 2021 and, when adjusted for inflation, among the cheapest in nearly a decade,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “As we move into the heart of summer, I believe we’re likely to see a relatively stable stretch for gas prices as refinery maintenance wraps up. Don’t expect the national average to rise above $3.30 per gallon, nor drop much below $3 for now. While refining issues on the West Coast are beginning to ease, several factors could still influence prices in the weeks ahead, including growing uncertainty around the upcoming hurricane season.”
GasBuddy’s averages, graphs, maps, and historical pricing data covering the U.S. and Canada are available 24/7 at http://prices.GasBuddy.com.

PLYMOUTH — On May 25, at 5:00 pm, Plymouth Police were dispatched to the BP gas station about two men who had pulled a firearm on another.

While officers were en route, Marshall County Dispatch advised that the vehicle was driving North on Plum St. Officers located the vehicle on First St. and initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle and ordered the occupants out at gunpoint.
While searching the vehicle, the firearm was located in plain view, as well as narcotics and drug paraphernalia. Miguel Hernandez, 32, and Pablo Gonzalez Candelaria, 33, were taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail where they were lodged on the following charges of dealing cocaine, possession of cocaine, possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon, intimidation with a deadly weapon, possession of a schedule III controlled substance, battery, possession of paraphernalia.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

BOURBON — ​The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department received several 911 calls regarding a barn on fire in the 2000 block of 9B Road.

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The caller stated heavy smoke with flames showing and several explosions from inside. No animals were ​ injured. ​The barn was full of straw and hay. ​The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Fire Department. ​ ​
​Agencies Involved were ​Bourbon Fire,​ Bremen Fire,​ Tippecanoe Fire,​ Etna Township Fire,​ Lutheran EMS,​ and the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department.

PLYMOUTH — On May 21 at 6:14 p.m., Officers with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, along with the Plymouth Police Department, were dispatched to the area of US 30 eastbound from the west County Line for a wanted person.

A Marshall County Officer located the vehicle on US 30, west of Oak Drive, and conducted a traffic stop. The woman who was wanted was taken into custody. After running the driver’s information, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, Kendall Robertson, 25, of Kendallville, also had a warrant out of Noble County and was taken into custody and transported to Marshall County Jail.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — On the evening of May 21 at 9:15 pm, Plymouth Police officers responded to a call of a possible intoxicated driver at Culvers on Michigan St.

The vehicle was stopped in the drive-thru line of Culvers, with the vehicle still in drive. The driver, 63-year-old James Johnson of Plymouth.
Johnson was found to be intoxicated and a chemical test was completed. Johnson was taken into custody after his blood alcohol level was found to be .351, more than 4 times the legal limit. Johnson was lodged at the Marshall County Jail on preliminary misdemeanor charges of OWI with a BAC over .15 and OWI-Endangering.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — On May 21 at 4:36 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department were dispatched to Walmart. The caller advised that two men had been entering and exiting the store, and when they saw the staff, they fled the store quickly.

They reported that one man was wearing an orange mask. They advised that they got into a silver Chrysler 300 with Michigan plates.
When an officer arrived on the scene, he located the silver Chrysler 300 with the windows fogged up and a male party sitting in the passenger seat. As the officer approached the vehicle, he detected an odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle.
While talking to the male in the vehicle, who was identified as Johnathan Allen, 30, of Taylor, MI, he was asked if there was marijuana in the vehicle. He said yes. A vehicle search was conducted, and 37.1 grams of marijuana were located along with a scale.
Allen was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail, booked for possession of marijuana.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — Plymouth Mayor Robert Listenberger made the announcement of an initial list of projects that have been identified as likely priorities for the city in the coming years.

In a press release, Listenberger laid out the projects that he says reflect a commitment to enhancing the city’s infrastructure, cultural offerings, and overall quality of life.
The release states that “…this list can and will likely change over time based on the city’s priorities and funding sources.”
It goes on to state that none of the projects are contingent upon the others. Each initiative will be approached as part of a dynamic and evolving process, focusing on identifying, preparing, and budgeting for them individually.
Initial Project List:
Downtown Streetscape: Revitalizing the downtown area to create a more vibrant and welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
Heartland Art Center: Supporting local cultural and artistic endeavors to foster creativity and community engagement.
Housing: Addressing residential needs through thoughtful development and planning.
Centennial Park Pool: Replacing and enhancing recreational facilities to better serve families and individuals.
Jefferson/Lincoln Highway Corridor: Improving connectivity and infrastructure along this key route from City limits to City limits and beyond.
Oak Road Corridor: Developing a strategic vision for the corridor’s growth and transportation needs with safety as a primary focus.
Fire/Police Station: Ensuring modern facilities to support the vital work of our first responders.
Historic Firehouse: Preserving and repurposing the historic firehouse as a piece of Plymouth’s heritage.
Harrison Street Trail: Expanding transportation infrastructure and opportunities through safety enhancements.
Waterstreet Brownfield: Creating development opportunities through environmental restoration of brownfield sites for future use.
Local Road and Street Budget: Increase funding to maintain and improve roadway infrastructure.
Process
The Administration is in the process of coordinating with the City Council to identify the priorities of the City. We recognize the importance of the various projects and are working together to determine the most financially responsible route forward. Many of these projects are broken down into multiple distinct phases. Most projects begin with a Discovery phase to determine the exact needs and how those needs can be met. After Discovery, a project moves into a Design phase where the City works internally or with outside partners to design the project. Once a design is chosen the Council moves it into the Implementation phase where construction begins. Each phase has its associated costs and timelines which makes the long term planning of these projects critical to the overall City Budget.
Next Steps:
The City of Plymouth remains committed to transparency and community involvement throughout the planning and implementation of these projects. This list represents a proactive approach to ensuring our community’s growth and development aligns with the needs of our residents. As we move forward, we invite feedback and collaboration from the public to refine and prioritize these initiatives.
For additional information on any of these projects or to share your thoughts, please contact the Mayor’s Office directly. Together, we can build a stronger and brighter future for Plymouth.

Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Superior Construction will conduct a pipe lining project on U.S. 31 between C.R. 375 N and Olson Rd beginning on or after Tuesday, May 27.

The shoulders of U.S. 31 will be closed for approximately three weeks while this work is occurring. Impacts to traffic will be minimal, but motorists are encouraged to be alert for road crews and construction equipment.
INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through this area and follow traffic directions carefully. Motorists should slow down, exercise caution and drive distraction-free through all work zones.