An investigation by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department into reports of illegal drug activity resulted in three arrests. Sheriff’s Deputies and officers from the Plymouth Police Department and Marshall County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at a home in the 9200 block of State Road 17 in Plymouth on Tuesday. Continue reading
Culver Named Stellar Communities Program Finalist
The Town of Culver has been named a finalist for Indiana’s 2016 Stellar Communities program.
Bourbon Announcement May Mean Purchase of Former Amerimax Site
The Town of Bourbon is slated for a major announcement next Tuesday, but information about the event has been kept to a minimum.
Marshall County Economic Development Corporation Director Jerry Chavez previewed the affair during Monday morning’s County Commissioners meeting. The event – which will take place at Bourbon Town Hall on April 12th – has only been described as an exciting new development to residents and businesses.
Plymouth Officials Celebrate Love’s Grand Opening
The new Love’s Truck Stop on U.S. 30 west of Plymouth is officially open for business following a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony. Continue reading
Appraisals Taking Place for Monterey School Building
The former Monterey School Building is in the process of being appraised, ahead of a planned sale of the property. Culver Schools Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell told the school board Monday that one appraisal was completed a couple of weeks ago and another was scheduled for Tuesday of this week. Kitchell promised to share the results with school board members, once they are available. Continue reading
Mixed Weather Offers Test for Local Gardeners
Weather so far this spring has been a bit of a rollercoaster in Northern Indiana, presenting a bit of a challenge to area plant enthusiasts.
Warmer temperatures in March, and a wintry mix predicted this week are prompting a few recommendations from Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery. He says the more a plant has developed, the more likely it is to be affected by colder temperatures.
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Donnelly Discusses Military Progress in Middle East
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly says the United States military is making progress in the fight against ISIS in the Middle East. Donnelly recently returned from a week-long, five-country trip, in which he led a congressional delegation on a tour of missile defense systems. Continue reading
Ancilla College Planning for Second Annual Day of Giving
Ancilla College will be holding its second annual Day of Giving on Friday, April 29. College officials hope to get a total goal of 200 donors to take part in this year’s event by donating online, and they’re challenging each of those donors to give $24. Development and alumni relations manager Emily Hutsell says this level of donations can change the lives of students at Ancilla, where 90 percent of students receive some sort of financial assistance. Continue reading
IRS Scam Callers Targeting Local Residents
Income taxes are due in a few weeks, and telephone scammers are looking to profit at the expense of unsuspecting victims. This call came from 775-981-0059.
Culver Schools Begin Process of Cutting Staff
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is moving ahead with the process of cutting up to four teaching positions. The school board Monday passed a resolution determining the need for a decrease in the number of certificated staff. Continue reading
County Commissioners Give Approval for Hazard Mitigation Grant
The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Department is looking to update its Hazard Mitigation Plan, and they’re hoping to receive grant funds to do it.
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Absentee Voting Begins Tuesday in Marshall County
Tuesday marks the first day local election offices will accept absentee ballots cast in the May 3rd primary election.
Rep. Walorski Touts Accomplishments to Local Business Leaders
U.S. Representative Jackie Walorski visited Bass Lake Monday, to tout some of her accomplishments to members of the Starke and Pulaski County chambers of commerce. Walorski said that over the past few years, House Republicans have been making progress on their agenda, in spite of a president Walorski says has not been supportive of their positions. She says Republicans have been getting things done in Washington both through persistence and compromise with Democrats. Continue reading
Hoosiers Urged to Keep Campaign Signs a Safe Distance from Roadways
Political candidates and their supporters are being reminded to keep campaign signs a safe distance away from roadways. The Indiana Department of Transportation says the signs should be kept away from intersections, interchanges, and the rights of way alongside roadways. Continue reading
Plymouth Cop Busts Counterfeiters During Traffic Stop
A Sunday afternoon traffic stop by a Plymouth Police officer on U.S. 30 near Oak Drive led to the arrests of five Fort Wayne residents on counterfeiting charges. The officer reportedly found numerous counterfeit $100 bills in the vehicle, including uncut copied bills and a printer, according to a news release. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Consider Teacher Cuts
Staff cuts will be up for discussion during tonight’s Culver School Board meeting. Board members will consider a resolution to determine the need for a decrease in the number of certified staff. Continue reading
Commissioners Consider Grant Request for Hazard Mitigation
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider providing permission for a hazard mitigation plan from the County’s EMA Department this morning.
Voter Registration Deadline is Today
Today marks the final day for Indiana residents to register to vote in the May 3rd Primary Election. Continue reading
Wind Advisory in Effect Through Tonight
The entire listening area is under a wind advisory until 8 p.m. this evening. Continue reading
Indiana Maintains Coveted AAA Bond Rating
One of the three major bond rating agencies has reaffirmed Indiana’s AAA credit rating. Continue reading
