The risk of frost has been significantly lowered as the calendar works its way through the month of May, and that means there are a few things to consider for a home garden.
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D.A.R.E. Essay Winners Honored
Seven local D.A.R.E. students were recognized during a banquet Thursday. Essay winners from each of the seven schools that take part in Marshall County’s D.A.R.E program had the chance to read their essay during the event. Continue reading
Marshall County Navigates State Requirements for Road Funding
Marshall County is taking steps to better fund road improvements over the next year.
During Monday night’s Marshall County Council meeting, resolution’s from the County’s communities were presented showing support for an increase in both a Local Option Highway User Tax and a County Economic Development Income Tax.
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Stellar Communities Plans Progress As Awareness Increases
Culver’s Stellar Communities plans are moving along as the deadline for Phase II of the application draws near.
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Mooney’s Ice Cream Sign Issues Continue
The City of Plymouth is once again discussing the signage at a local ice cream parlor. Last year, the placement of a sign at Mooney’s Ice Cream led to discussions with both the Plymouth Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. Now, electrical violations have brought the issue before the Board of Works. Continue reading
ISP Bremen Post Conducts Sobriety Checkpoint
A sobriety checkpoint will be conducted by the Indiana State Police in Elkhart County on Friday.
Indiana Homeland Security Awards Grants to Local Governments
The Indiana Homeland Security Foundation has allocated more than $175-thousand to the state’s public safety agencies, including some in the local area.
Culver to Contact INDOT for SR 10 Speed Reduction
State Road 10 in Culver may see its speed limit reduced, but the change may take up to one year.
The Culver Town Council on Tuesday night considered a request from the Plan Commission to reduce the speed limit on the state highway. No specifics were introduced, but Police Chief Wayne Bean says lowering the speed limit from 45 mph to 35 mph may be appropriate.
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Plymouth Wastewater Upgrades Continue
Progress continues at Plymouth’s wastewater facilities. Utility Superintendent Donnie Davidson told the Board of Works Monday that Division 1 of the Ledyard Plant renovations is moving along smoothly. “We expect to have the plant start-up on the east side. The west side’s already up in operation, but the east side, we’re anticipating that to begin next Tuesday,” he said. “It’ll go for a Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday start-up process. The first side went relatively smooth, so we expect the same for the east side.” Continue reading
Security Upgrades Approved for Marshall County Building
The Marshall County Council has finalized an upgrade in security at the Marshall County Building.
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Plymouth to Host Active Living Workshop
Plymouth officials will soon be looking at ways to make it easier to get around the city by bike or on foot. Plymouth is one of seven cities in the state that have been selected to host an Active Living Workshop. Continue reading
Fight at Motel Ends with Arrest
A Plymouth man faces a domestic battery charge following an incident at a local motel. Continue reading
Culver Alcohol Ordinance Looks to Modernize Local Events
The Culver Town Council is taking steps to allow alcohol in the Town Park for special events.
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Arrangements Made for Plymouth Tennis Court Funding
The City of Plymouth is making the funding arrangements for new tennis courts in Centennial Park. Last month, the Common Council voted to contribute additional funds to the tennis court rebuilding project. On Monday, council members voted to formally transfer that money into the Tennis Court Project Fund. Continue reading
Marshall County Plans Voting Upgrades Prior to November Election
The Marshall County Council has decided to pursue upgrades to its voting technology in preparation for November’s General Election.
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Junior Achievement Celebrates Successful Fundraiser
Marshall County Junior Achievement has gotten some help with its efforts to teach local students the basics of economics. The organization says its annual Achieve-A-Bowl fundraiser attracted 11 teams this year. Continue reading
Culver Town Council Takes Alcohol Proposal to Public Hearing
The Culver Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amendment that may allow alcohol in the Town Park.
Marshall County Approves Health Department Move
It’s been discussed for a few years, and now the Marshall County Council is ready to rearrange where some of its departments reside.
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Plymouth Parking Ban Questioned
The City of Plymouth is rethinking its parking restrictions, after complaints from a local resident. Last month, the Board of Works approved the installation of “No Parking” signs on Harrison Street, from Michigan Street halfway to Center Street, in an effort to ease traffic. Continue reading
Gas Prices Expected to Continue to Rise
The price of gas may have leveled off over the past few days, but there may still be some more increases ahead. Continue reading
