The Plymouth Board of Works will get an update on the city’s Safe Routes to School project when it meets this evening. During the previous meeting, City Engineer Rick Gaul told board members that preliminary engineering is underway. Now, he’s negotiating contracts for the actual construction work. Continue reading
County Council to Receive Airport and Financial Plan Updates
The Marshall County Council will receive an update from the Plymouth Municipal Airport when they meet this morning.
Absentee Ballots Piling-up in Local Area Prior to Election Day
Absentee voting is underway in Indiana, and area county clerk’s offices are reporting the ballot totals from last week.
The final day to register to vote in the Hoosier state was Monday. Tuesday marked the opening for absentee voting in Indiana’s May 3rd primary election.
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National Weather Service Extends Flood Warning
The National Weather Service has extended the flood warning for the Kankakee River at U.S. 30 until Friday afternoon. Flood stage is 10 feet. As of Sunday afternoon, the river was holding steady at 10.2 feet. Continue reading
INDOT Prepares for State Road 19 Resurfacing
State Road 19 in Kosciusko County is planned for resurfacing on Monday, but the Indiana Department of Transportation says the start date may depend on the weather.
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Purdue Agricultural Research Now Available in Mobile Format
Farmers now have access to some of the latest agricultural research, from the convenience of their smartphones. Purdue Extension is releasing a series of articles focusing on soil and water in a mobile-friendly format. Continue reading
DNR Promotes Boater Education Courses through “Spring Aboard” Initiative
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is forming a partnership that looks to encourage more Hoosiers to enroll in boater education courses.
Coalition Announces Drive Now TXT L8R Contest
Students can win scholarships while spreading an important safety message as part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Participants in the annual Drive Now TXT L8R Social Media Contest have a chance to win up to $5,000 in scholarships. Continue reading
Driver Airlifted After Truck Hits Building
An Argos woman was airlifted to Memorial Hospital of South Bend last night after the pickup truck she was driving struck a building on State Road 331 in Tippecanoe. Continue reading
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
A Thursday afternoon traffic stop on U.S. 30 near King Road for erratic driving ended with a trip to jail for a South Bend man. Continue reading
Culver Schools Win Spirit Contest, Receive Marketing Materials
The Culver Community Schools Corporation’s marketing efforts have received a boost. The corporation has won some free marketing materials after taking first place in a contest run by VIP Branding. Continue reading
Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Seeks Youth for June Leadership Camp
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department will once again be taking part in a leadership camp that looks to attract youth interested in law enforcement careers.
Applications Now Available for Specialty Crop Block Grants
Grants are available to help fund projects that encourage the production of specialty crops. The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is now accepting grant proposals for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. Continue reading
IRS Offers Cash Payment Option at 7-Eleven Stores
The Internal Revenue Service is now offering taxpayers the option to pay in cash at 7-Eleven locations. The IRS says it’s partnering with ACI Worldwide’s OfficialPayments.com and the PayNearMe Company to provide the service. It lets people make payments without the need of a bank account or credit card at over 7,000 7-Eleven stores nationwide, including locations in South Bend, Mishawaka, and Griffith. Continue reading
Small Fire Contained Following Static Electricity Build-up
A small fire at a Plymouth business was kept from spreading after static electricity ignited some materials at the site.
Transportation Plans Finalized as Culver Intercession Begins
Students at Culver Community Schools who are struggling with certain classes are getting help this week. The spring intercession period is now underway at many schools in the area, including Culver Community Schools. Continue reading
NIPSCO Reports Increase in Phone Scams
NIPSCO is warning customers of a spike in reports of telephone scams. The company says it’s heard from a number of customers who say they’ve gotten suspicious calls from people claiming to be NIPSCO employees. The callers demand immediate payment or threaten that the customers’ service will be disconnected. Continue reading
Officials Warn of Publisher’s Clearing House Scam
Scammers claiming to represent Publisher’s Clearinghouse are making the rounds in the area. Continue reading
Organ Recital Scheduled at Culver Academies
Area residents will be able to enjoy an organ recital on the campus of the Culver Academies on April 17th.
Gov. Pence Signs Regional Cities Bill During Goshen Appearance
Governor Mike Pence appeared in Goshen on Wednesday to ceremonially sign legislation that looks to boost Northern Indiana’s quality of place.
The Regional Cities program – which is funded through Tax Amnesty dollars – is designed to partner public and private investment, and lead to projects that dramatically improve an area’s quality of place.
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