A Plymouth factory has gotten its tax abatement request approved by the city. The Common Council Monday approved a seven-year personal property tax abatement for WestRock. The company’s planning to make $5.2 million in equipment upgrades at its Plymouth facility. Continue reading
Culver Schools Completes Bond Refunding
The Culver Community Schools Corporation has wrapped up its bond refunding process. Superintendent Vicki McGuire says it will give the corporation just under a million dollars for some small construction projects. Some planned improvements include concrete and roof repairs, as well as the purchase of a utility truck. Continue reading
Marshall County Community Corrections Makes Small Budget Adjustments
A few housekeeping items will be affecting the way Marshall County’s Community Corrections program monitors its spending. If people want to know more about Residential Cleaning Service, they can hire them from here!
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Council meeting, Ward Byers – who administrates the program – said changes to the department’s budget are required as part of an agreement with the Indiana Department of Corrections.
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Marshall County Among Those to Benefit from Regional Cities Grant Funds
Months of waiting have paid off for the North Central Indiana Region.
It was announced Tuesday afternoon that Marshall County, St. Joseph, and Elkhart Counties will receive $42-million in Regional Cities grant funds. The region was one of three top prize winners announced through the project.
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Marshall County Awaits Regional Cities Grant Funds Announcement
Officials in Marshall County will be awaiting an announcement Tuesday afternoon from the state of Indiana.
The winner, or winners, from an extensive Regional Cities Initiative application process are expected to be announced during that time. Marshall County has joined forces with St. Joseph and Elkhart counties in their application.
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Plymouth Council Approves Fire Department Schedule Change
The Plymouth Common Council has approved an ordinance changing the Fire Department’s work schedule. Continue reading
Marshall County to Question Method for Budget Transfers
The Marshall County Council may soon be considering how they approve budget transfers.
During Monday morning’s meeting, administrators within the county government questioned how the County Council is now approving budget transfers. According to multiple department heads, county elected officials are not necessarily required to approve budget line item transfers within the same fund.
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Plymouth Council to Hold Tax Abatement Hearing, Decide on Fire Department Schedule Changes
The Plymouth Common Council will hear comments from the public this evening regarding a tax abatement for the WestRock factory. WestRock is planning a $5.2 million upgrade at its Plymouth facility, which manufactures packaging used at fast food restaurants. Continue reading
Marshall County Council Considers 2016 Salary Ordinance
The Marshall County Council will receive a bit of an update on economic development matters at their morning meeting.
Students Encouraged to Prepare for FAFSA
Graduation may still be a few months away for high school seniors, but it’s not too early to start thinking about financial aid for college. Continue reading
Local Communities Recognized During OCRA’s 10-Year Celebration
A few local communities were recognized by the Office of Community and Rural Affairs for their participation in various state programs.
Keep Your Home Safe from Heating Fires
With cold weather right around the corner, now’s the time to make sure your home is safe, as well as warm. Continue reading
Crash Sends Three to Plymouth Hospital
A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of State Road 17 and Baker Street in Plymouth on Thursday sends three people to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Plymouth via ambulance. Continue reading
Early Morning Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrests
A man and woman from Knox face drug charges following an early morning traffic stop in Marshall County. Continue reading
Culver Bumping Employee Wages, Fire and EMS Raises Considered Next Year
The Town of Culver has set salaries for its employees heading into the new year.
Prior to finalizing those pay levels, Culver first has to approve them in the form of a salary ordinance. It’s an annual measure that is expected to be well documented by the state of Indiana.
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Indiana Begins Bicentennial Celebration
Indiana’s bicentennial celebration gets underway today with Statehood Day events across the Hoosier State. Continue reading
Archery Program Presented to Culver School Board
The Culver Community Schools Corporation may be looking at adding an archery program for its students. School Board members heard a presentation Monday about the National Archery in the Schools Program. Continue reading
Prevent the Flu During National Influenza Vaccination Week
The flu season may be off to a mild start this year, but it’s still important that you get a flu shot. That’s the message state health officials are working to get out this week during National Influenza Vaccination Week. Continue reading
Secretary of State Warns Hoosiers of Dangers of Asset Recovery Firms
People who’ve lost money in an investment scam are at risk of becoming victimized a second time by companies offering to help them recover their money or bring the perpetrator to justice. That’s according to an advisory issued Thursday by Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson. Continue reading
Let the MAX 98.3 Elves Wrap Your Gifts
Stop by the MAX 98.3 FM studio in Plymouth tomorrow and let Santa’s elves wrap your Christmas gifts. Continue reading
