Improvements are underway at some of the railroad properties in the City of Plymouth. City Attorney Sean Surrisi told the Board of Works Monday that discussions with the Chicago, Fort Wayne & Eastern Railroad have gotten off to a good start. Continue reading
Culver Town Council Approves Information Kiosks for Park, Downtown
The Town of Culver is looking to follow-up on an information project that was discussed several years ago.
During Tuesday night’s Culver Town Council meeting, Representatives of the Culver and Lake Maxinkuckee Visitors Center approached the council about approving the purchase of kiosks to be placed in the community’s downtown and park.
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Local Agencies to Take Part in Drug Take Back Event
Many law enforcement agencies around the country are teaming up for a Prescription Drug Take Back Event on Saturday. This will be the 11th nationwide Drug Take Back Day. It’s sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration and aims to prevent drug abuse and theft by helping people properly dispose of their prescription drugs. Continue reading
Plymouth Mayor to Host National Day of Prayer Breakfast
National Day of Prayer is being celebrated next week in Plymouth. Mayor Mark Senter will once again host a Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 5 at 6:30 a.m. at Christo’s Banquet Center. Continue reading
History Cruises Continue This May in Culver
As the summer months approach, Culver will once again be hosting history boat cruises on Lake Maxinkuckee.
Culver Plans New Park Department Operations
There are new arrangements pending for the Culver Town Park.
During Tuesday night’s Culver Town Council meeting, an ordinance was considered that repeals the community’s Park Board. The proposal was made for myriad reasons, but improving the park department’s operation was cited as among the primary reasons behind the change.
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Plymouth to Take Action on Unsafe Building
The City of Plymouth may soon be taking action regarding an unsafe building. Continue reading
Presidential Hopefuls Stumping for Hoosier Votes
Indiana is getting a lot of attention from both the Democrat and Republican presidential candidates. Continue reading
Secretary of State Encourages Hoosiers to Go to the Polls This Election Day
Secretary of State Connie Lawson is encouraging Hoosiers to vote during the May 3rd primary election.
Lawson’s offices compile voting data by county and measure changes in voter behavior year-to-year. Primary elections typically see lower turnout than the November General Election, but often decide the candidates moving onto the next step of their campaign.
BMV Branches to Extend Hours for Primary Elections
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles is extending its hours on Monday and Tuesday, to help voters get the identification cards they need to cast their ballots. BMV license branches will be open Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, Election Day, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Continue reading
Click-It or Ticket Campaign Promotes Safety, Better Enforcement
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department says they will once again be participating in the national Click-It or Ticket campaign.
Efforts are supported by federal funding from the Traffic Safety Division of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, and are designed to remind motorists to wear a seat belt while driving. You can also visit https://carguidenation.com/ to know more. Officers from around the state have been participating in the Click-it or Ticket campaign for the last 20 years.
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Plymouth Sewer Rate Hike Recommended
Sewer rates may soon be going up for Plymouth residents. During Monday’s Board of Works meeting, John Julien with accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates presented a 23-page financial analysis of the city’s Wastewater Department. Continue reading
Culver Park Board Repeal Heads to Ordinance Reading
The Culver Town Council will consider a proposal to repeal the existence of its Park Board at its meeting on Tuesday night.
Indiana Beats National Average for Parental Incarceration
A recently released policy report says Indiana leads other states when it comes to the number of children whose parents are incarcerated.
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Donnelly Staffers to Host Service Academy Information Sessions
Students interested in attending a Military Service Academy have the chance to learn more about the application process this week. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly’s office is hosting information sessions to help students apply to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Continue reading
Family Express Receives Hoosier Homegrown Fuels Grant
Family Express plans to make ethanol-blended fuel easier to get, thanks to a grant from the Indiana Office of Energy Development. The gas station chain has been awarded over $789,000 to install 45 blender pumps in northern Indiana, including locations in Starke, LaPorte, and St. Joseph counties. Continue reading
Toy Gun Found on Plymouth School Bus
Plymouth Schools were able to manage a situation Monday morning involving a toy gun on a local school bus.
Ultralight Pilot Airlifted After Falling from Tree
A South Bend man was flown from Marshall County to Memorial Hospital of South Bend on Saturday after his ultralight aircraft got stuck in a tree and he fell about 60 feet. Continue reading
Pickup Truck Stolen from 12B Road Residence
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a break-in. A resident in the 10600 block of 12B Road in Plymouth notified them Sunday and advised someone broke into his pole barn and stole his 1997 Ford pickup truck, two power generators and a welder. Continue reading
Plymouth Declares Support for Local Road Funding Options
The Plymouth Common Council has come out in favor of additional taxes in Marshall County to support road improvements and economic development. During a special session last week, the council passed a resolution supporting the adoption of a Local Option Highway User Tax (LOHUT) and a County Economic Development Income Tax (CEDIT). Continue reading
