Work continues to fill a building developed to attract major employers to Marshall County.
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Commerce Building Continues Search for Tenant
Plymouth Council Formally Establishes Tennis Court Fund
The Centennial Park Tennis Court project took a big step forward this week. No comments were offered during a Monday night public hearing on the establishment of a dedicated fund for the project. The city has pledged $750,000 toward the construction of new tennis courts. Half of the money will come from the capital improvement fund and the other half from cumulative capital development. Continue reading
Culver Learns of County Request for Unsafe Buildings
The Town of Culver got their first taste of an ordinance that looks to better control unsafe buildings in Marshall County.
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SNAP Work Requirements Return
Nearly 47,000 Hoosiers are at risk of losing their benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. A federal waiver letting Indiana residents forgo work requirements is expiring. Continue reading
Food Hub May Eventually Bring Local Producers Together
A loose group of organizers is hoping to identify issues related to the production of local food, and maybe improve health and nutrition in the process.
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Popular Attractions Return to Blueberry Festival
Helicopter rides, a Corn Hole Tournament, and a three-on-three basketball tournament are just some of the attractions at this year’s Marshall County Blueberry Festival. Continue reading
Gas Prices Expected to Continue to Fall
Gas prices have been dropping over the past few days, and experts expect that trend to continue. Continue reading
Plymouth Board of Works Approves Watershed Study
The City of Plymouth will pay for a watershed study of a flood-prone area. The Board of Works gave a conditional approval Monday night to spend $27,600 to look at the area of Lincolnway East, Kingston Avenue, Jefferson Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, as soon as the money is found in the city’s budget. Area residents have expressed concerns over drainage problems. Plymouth Wastewater Superintendent Donnie Davidson says the city needs to know what is there in order to fix it properly. Continue reading
Culver Considers Permit Fees for Large Events
The Town of Culver could soon develop a permit for special events requiring a police presence.
An ordinance outlining a possible fee schedule was introduced during a meeting Monday night. That ordinance, if adopted, would assess fees for events over a certain size or time limits. Permits would only be issued for events requiring the use of public property.
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El Niño May Not Bring Effect Until Later This Year
The climate data is present now, but local officials with Purdue Extension say the effects may not be seen for several months.
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People’s University Classes Starting Soon
If you would like to learn something new, the People’s University of Marshall County is starting classes soon. The People’s University is a collection of lifelong learning classes on a variety of topics held throughout the county. Continue reading
Blueberry Festival Needs Volunteers to Make Event Happen
The Marshall County Blueberry Festival is right around the corner, but organizers say they can still use your help with setting up. Continue reading
Plymouth Woman Arrested After Fleeing From Bar Fight
A 23-year-old Plymouth woman faces several charges after she allegedly fled from a fight at a local bar early Sunday morning. Plymouth Police responded to a report of a large fight in progress at the Mayflower Inn on west Jefferson Street around 2:30 a.m. The police report indicates a vehicle was trying to leave the parking lot when officers arrived. Continue reading
Theft Suspect Faces Additional Charges
A Rochester woman faces multiple charges in Marshall County. Plymouth Police officers responded to Walmart on Oak Drive in Plymouth Saturday night to assist store associates in the apprehension of two theft suspects. Continue reading
Sporting Goods Store Coming to Plymouth
A Micigan-based sporting goods store chain will soon be moving into the former Kmart location in Plymouth. Continue reading
Culver Considers False Fire Alarm Fee Increases
The Culver Town Council may soon be considering whether to punish property owners with repeated false fire alarm calls.
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Grants Look To Train Teachers in STEM Fields
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is looking to recruit teachers trained in the STEM fields.
Central Indiana West Nile Cases Present Few Risks for Northern Portion
Two human cases of West Nile Virus have prompted health officials in central Indiana to provide additional information to the public.
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Marshall County Community Foundation Announces Matching Grant Opportunity
A partnership between Lilly Endowment and the Marshall County Community Foundation could bring up to $500,000 into the county. The goal of the Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow, or GIFT, initiative is to encourage and strengthen community foundations. Lilly Endowment’s GIFT VI fund will match up to $250,000 of contributions to the Community Fund. Continue reading
Agencies Partner for Indiana Rail Safety Week
It’s Rail Safety Week in Indiana.
Between now and Saturday, agencies around the state will be working together to raise awareness about the dangers of railroad crossings and trespassing on railroad property. Continue reading
