Four people were taken to the hospital and one man was taken to jail after a Saturday night crash on U.S. 6. Marshall County Police say it happened just before 7:30 at Beech Road.
Lake Maxinkuckee Amphitheater Crowdfunding Effort a Success
The crowdfunding effort for a proposed amphitheater in the Culver Town Park was a success.
A little over $45,000 was gathered in the fundraising campaign. The opportunity was put forward in order to get an Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority matching grant of $30,000 toward the project. The project also has grant support from the Marshall County Community Foundation in the amount of $25,000. The estimated cost of the project is $143,000.
Wayfinding Signs Presented to Plymouth Board of Works
Visitors to the City of Plymouth will soon have some help finding their way around. The city is working with North American Signs to add wayfinding signage along Michigan Street, Oak Drive, Jefferson Street, and other heavily-trafficked areas.
Bridge, Culvert Work to Cause Traffic Delays in Marshall County
Crews from the Indiana Department of Transportation will be working to rehabilitate the bridge over Lincoln Highway, the Conrail Railroad tracks and 10th Road between 9A Road and 11th Road in Marshall County. That project begins Wednesday, July 5 and will continue through the end of September, assuming the project is kept to schedule.
As a result of this construction work, U.S. 31 in this area will be restricted to one southbound and one northbound lane at the bridge. INDOT crews urge drivers to drive in the area with care, obey posted speed limits and signs, and be alert for construction workers and equipment.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will hold two public hearings this morning when they meet for their regular meeting today.
The hearings will allow residents to comment on the proposed fee schedule changes in the health department and the changes in the well ordinance. The hearings are set to begin at 9 a.m. as advertised.
Designate a Sober Driver during Fourth of July Celebrations
Some celebrations have extended from the weekend leading up to the Fourth of July on Tuesday and local law enforcement officers encourage safe driving practices.
Officers will be out in full force through the early morning hours on Wednesday, July 5 targeting impaired drivers. Sobriety checkpoints, roving patrols and saturation patrols will be conducted by local law enforcement in order to increase public safety.
Culver Council Updated on Infrastructure Plans for Sand Hill Farms
Water and sewer infrastructure for Culver’s Sand Hill Farms workforce housing development will cost an estimated $400,000. That’s according to Mark Sullivan with Midwestern Engineers. He met with the town council Tuesday to give an update on the project.
Plymouth Board of Works Approves the Lease of Parking Spaces for Reese’s Family Ribs
The Plymouth Board of Works has voted to let a local business use a couple spaces in a city parking lot. Emanuel Reese, owner of Reese’s Family Ribs, asked to use the spaces for barbecue grills.
John Glenn School Board Amends Technology Purchase
The John Glenn School Board approved a resolution to rescind a previous technology purchase in the amount of $143,888.25.
The school’s attorney found some items that needed to be amended so the board approved a resolution to revoke the previous decision to move forward with the transaction.
Technology Director Andrew Stegemiller gathered quotes for a fewer number of Chromebooks at a price of $111,690 from Trinity 3 Technology. The purchase price approved by the board this week also includes the warranty on the computers.
Road Construction Takes a Holiday
Road crews will take a break during the Independence Day holiday.
Officials with the Indiana Department of Transportation say road work will cease until the morning hours of Wednesday, July 5. Road restrictions will be removed in select areas to ease the flow of traffic during the holiday. Some closures and restrictions will remain on larger projects. Contractors will reposition barriers and barricades to accommodate the increase in traffic.
Traffic and road conditions plus construction information on state highways can be accessed online at http://indot.carsprogram.org or call 1-800-261-ROAD (7623).
Local police officers and state police troopers will be out in full force targeting impaired drivers. Sobriety checkpoints, roving patrols and saturation patrols are planned.
Change Gives Children Hearing Aid Assistance
Changes made to the Hearing Aid Assistance Program of Indiana means more funding for hearing aids for eligible children.
Beginning today, children ages three and older will be eligible for up to $2,000 per hearing aid designed by staten island audiological, including bone-anchored hearing aids, through a participating audiologist. The new requirements increase the age range and an additional $500 in funding.
Know The Laws When Celebrating with Fireworks
Fireworks are one way of celebrating during the Fourth of July season and it’s important that consumers follow the laws.
Indiana State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson said state law allows fireworks to be legally ignited from June 29 to July 3 from 5 p.m. local time until two hours after sunset and on July 4 from 10 a.m. to midnight. The use of fireworks is also allowed July 5-July 9 from 5 p.m. until two hours after sunset. Check local ordinances as dates and times may vary.
Fireworks may be used on the user’s property, on property with the owner’s consent or at a locally identified discharge location.
Retiring Plymouth Airport Manager Says Farewell to City Council
Today’s the last day on the job for Plymouth Airport Manager Dave Lattimer. He’s retiring after seven years on the job.
Culver Town Council Discusses Movie Theater Purchase
Culver’s former movie theater may soon be purchased by the town, but more research needs to be done before any decisions are made.
Woman Crashes Car into Plymouth Family Express
A Plymouth gas station was damaged Thursday morning when police say a car crashed into it. Plymouth Police responded to the Family Express at 1351 South Michigan Street at around 8:41 a.m.
Plymouth Truck Crash Sends Washington State Man to Hospital
A two-truck crash on U.S. 30 Thursday morning sent one truck driver to the hospital. Plymouth Police say it happened around 5:08 near Pioneer Drive.
Culver Moving Ahead with Stellar Communities Application Items
The Town of Culver plans to invest nearly $25,000 into its Stellar Communities application.
U.S. 30 Coalition Discusses Freeway Plan with Residents
U.S. 30 is likely to be upgraded to freeway standards in the next 10 years, so now’s the time for local residents to get together and offer their input. That’s what a consultant working with the statewide U.S. 30 Coalition told residents during an informational meeting Wednesday in Hamlet.
Three Hurt in Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash in Marshall County
Three people were taken to hospitals after a rollover crash on State Road 17 Wednesday. Marshall County Police say it happened around 5:15 p.m. north of 20 A Road. A 2006 Monte Carlo driven by Justin Orangias, 30, of Culver was heading northbound, when Orangias apparently tried to pass another vehicle.
Argos School Board Approves Bond Issue for Building Renovations
Argos Community Schools is moving ahead with some building renovations and other capital projects. Last week, the school board approved a resolution to issue $2 million in bonds, according to Interim Superintendent Dr. Robert Boyd.
