Bremen is the latest community in Marshall County to receive official certification into Indiana’s Main Street Program.
Residents Reminded to Take Precautions Against West Nile Virus
Summer may be entering its final weeks, but mosquito season continues. So far this year, 92 mosquito batches have tested positive for West Nile Virus, including two in Starke County and three in St. Joseph County. Continue reading
INbiz Expands Resources for Hoosier Businesses
The state of Indiana launched INbiz earlier this year, but now additional services can be accessed through the site.
South Bend Men Face Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop
A pair of South Bend men are jailed on drug charges in Marshall County following an early morning traffic stop on U.S. 31 near U.S. 30. Continue reading
Motor Carrier Inspector Killed Near Plymouth to be Honored in Saturday Dedication
Indiana State Police will hold a dedication on Saturday in Porter County to honor a man killed while on duty near Plymouth.
Culver to Receive GIS Help from Indiana Non-Profit
The Town of Culver is prepared to move forward with some technical assistance for its water and wastewater utilities.
The community was approached by the Alliance of Indiana Rural Water out of Franklin, Indiana at their Tuesday meeting to discuss data point monitoring. Culver recently upgraded its facilities and implemented a utility rate increase to help pay for the upgrades.
Marshall County Reports Local Area’s Lowest Unemployment Rate
Marshall County’s unemployment rate continues to drop. The county’s July rate was 3.6 percent, according to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. That’s a decline of 0.3 percent from the same period last year and a 0.2-percent decline from June 2016. Continue reading
Weedling Status Hearing Provides Update Prior to September Jury Trial
The jury trial in the case of Shane Weedling is still on schedule following a status hearing Thursday in Marshall County Superior Court 1.
Plymouth Common Council Braces for Budget Cuts
The Plymouth Common Council is being told to cut $2 million from the city’s proposed 2017 budget. Council members took a look at the budget during a work session Monday. Continue reading
Culver Signs Central Dispatch Agreement
The Town of Culver has agreed to sign a contract with Marshall County to provide dispatch services to the community.
It was decided earlier this year that Marshall County would share the cost burden with its local communities and Townships given the cost of new equipment. A board has been formed to oversee the centralized dispatch service and determine its usage and cost sharing methods.
Pence to Survey Central Indiana Tornado Damage
Gov. Mike Pence is scheduled to tour tornado-ravaged areas of central Indiana today. In Kokomo, 10 to 15 minor injuries have been reported, and 15 homes and several businesses were damaged. Continue reading
Monetary Donations Best to Help Natural Disaster Victims
The best way to help victims of the natural disasters like the Kokomo tornadoes or the catastrophic Baton Rouge flooding is to contribute financially to a reputable charity. The American Red Cross estimates flood recovery efforts will cost nearly $30 million. As of Monday they had only received $7.8 million in donations and pledges. Red Cross volunteers are already in central Indiana providing emergency services in the aftermath of yesterday’s tornadoes.
Several Marshall County Communities Awarded Community Crossings Grants
Community Crossings Funds were announced for Northern Indiana on Wednesday and Marshall County has walked away with several communities among the recipients.
Plymouth Police Nab Alleged ‘Predator’ on Public Nudity Charges
Plymouth Police say they have arrested the man allegedly responsible for harassing women in the Plymouth and Walkerton area.
Plymouth Council Considers Centralized Emergency Dispatch
The City of Plymouth is being asked to chip in nearly $128,000 in order to receive dispatch services from Marshall County. During Monday’s Common Council meeting, Sheriff Matt Hassel discussed a plan to centralize dispatch on a formal basis. Continue reading
Culver Prepares to Take Permit System Online
The Town of Culver is finally ready to put permit applications online.
Town Council members received an update Tuesday night after a meeting last week between Town Management and the Marshall County Planning and Building Office. Neighboring communities in Marshall County have been using an online permit system for almost one year to improve efficiency for contractors and local residents.
Marshall County Officials Unveil Downtown Plymouth Barn Quilt
The blank brick wall on the Garro Street side of the Marshall County Museum is now adorned with an 8 foot by 8 foot barn quilt square representing the state and nation. The “Homespun Hoosier Hospitality” quilt was painted by Connie Kleckner of Plymouth, who has done more than 50 such unique quilt squares with help from her husband, Thom. Continue reading
Possible Sexual Predator Reported in Walkerton and Plymouth Area
Walkerton Police are hoping to make the public aware of a possible sexual predator.
Plymouth Council Votes to Contribute $500,000 for Boys & Girls Club Rebuilding Effort
The Boys & Girls Club of Marshall County’s efforts to replace much of its Plymouth facility with a new, larger one received a major boost Monday. The Plymouth Common Council narrowly voted to contribute $500,000 to the club’s $1.9 million capital campaign. Continue reading
Plymouth Couple Sport Major Injuries Following Domestic Incident
A Plymouth couple is facing charges after police say the pair’s feuding lost control.
