The Culver School Board will consider a few policies for the 2016-2017 school year when they meet this evening. Board members are expected to discuss textbook adoption, book rental fees, and breakfast and lunch prices for the upcoming school year, as well as school handbooks. Continue reading
Kankakee Valley Broadcasting Plans Riverboat Cruise Adventure
Don’t miss the boat for the next Kankakee Valley Broadcasting trip. Ed Hasnerl is hosting a four day, three night Mississippi Riverboat Adventure Aug. 1-4. The first stop is Galena, Ill. for a day of antique shopping and lunch at the historic DeSoto House Hotel.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Projects Moving Ahead in Plymouth
The City of Plymouth is moving ahead with some additional work at its Wastewater Treatment Plant. On Monday, the city’s Board of Works ratified the award of a quote for roof replacement at three of the facility’s smaller buildings. Continue reading
INDOT Extends Community Crossings Application Deadline
The Indiana Department of Transportation is extending a deadline that may have an effect on county and municipal governments. Continue reading
Culver Historical Society Raises Funds through Heritage Park Bricks
Culver’s Antiquarian and Historical Society says it is selling brick pavers to be placed in Heritage Park.
Murder Defendant Sentenced in St. Joseph County
The South Bend man found guilty of murdering a woman last April and dumping her body near Culver was sentenced this morning in St. Joseph County. Continue reading
Town of Culver Laments Objectionable Twitter Statements
The Town of Culver may be considering a re-launch of its official Twitter page after a member of the community located an account representing Culver, Indiana and making some less than desirable remarks.
Plymouth Board of Works Gets Update on Street Projects
The City of Plymouth is planning some road repair projects, as part of Indiana’s Community Crossings matching grant program. City Engineer Rick Gaul told the Board of Works Monday the city already has an asset management plan for its roads, but it’s currently being updated to match the program’s requirements. Continue reading
Plymouth Man Faces Charges After Real Identity Revealed
A Plymouth man believed to have been living under an assumed name for at least the past four years now faces numerous felony offenses in Marshall and St. Joseph Counties. Continue reading
Culver Counts StellarFest a Success
The Culver Town Council spent time reviewing the first ever “StellarFest” during their Tuesday meeting.
Members of the public were invited to join representatives of the Town to learn about the Town’s application as an Indiana Stellar Community. The program is run through the Office of Community and Rural Affairs, and provides planning and grant application assistance.
Marshall Council Approves Funding for Drop Ceiling Work
The Marshall County Council is prepared to help the Sheriff’s Department lower its utility costs.
Homeowner Asks Plymouth to Remove Alley from Her Property
A Plymouth alley appears to have migrated outside of its right of way, and now the owner of the neighboring property wants her land back from the city. Nancy Young says she has lived at the property on Webster Avenue for over 30 years, but when she had her land surveyed a couple years ago, she discovered that the land where the alley sits actually belongs to her. Young says that she consistently has to rake stones out of her yard due to the number of cars that use the alley. Continue reading
Potential Drought Conditions Anticipated by State Climatologists
State climatologists are predicting Indiana may experience drought conditions this summer, and that could have an impact on local farmers.
Murder Defendant Enters Guilty Plea
A Bremen man accused of killing a 15-year-old girl has pleaded guilty.
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Marshall County Prepares Community Crossings Grant Application
The Marshall County Council has agreed to designate matching funds for a grant application that could lead to greater road funding from the state of Indiana.
Water Improvements Bring Temporary Nuisances for Plymouth Residents
As improvements to Plymouth’s water utilities continue, some residents have been experiencing discolored water. Plymouth Utility Superintendent Donnie Davidson told the Board of Works Monday it’s just part of getting the recently-renovated Ledyard Water Treatment Plant up and running. Continue reading
Culver Begins Process for Voluntary Annexation
The Town of Culver is preparing to annex several acres of land following a voluntary petition filed by the landowner.
Annexation was considered during Tuesday night’s Town Council meeting where the 13 acres is concerned. The land is situated in the 500 block of West Jefferson Street in Culver. The town now has a lengthy process to undergo prior to finalization.
Indiana Gas Prices Among Highest in Country
Indiana gas prices have reached the list of the top 10 most expensive in the country. According to the AAA Hoosier Motor Club, Indiana is now has the eighth highest state average. Continue reading
Plymouth Police Announce Operation Pull Over Results
The four Plymouth Police Officers who volunteered for extra shifts as part of a recent Operation Pull Over seatbelt enforcement campaign stayed quite busy. Continue reading
Drone Aids in River Search
A pair of juveniles reported missing on the Tippecanoe River on Saturday are safe, according to officials with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department. The youngsters became separated from their parents between State Road 19 and the Tippecanoe River around 6:30 Saturday evening.
