The idea of allowing alcoholic beverages in the Culver Beach Lodge during private events drew a mixed reaction during a public input session held by the town council Tuesday. Such a move might make it easier to hold weddings at the new Damore Amphitheater, followed by a reception in the Beach Lodge. The town is looking at putting policies in place that would allow people to rent the amphitheater, including potential fees and guidelines.
Culver Amends Ordinance to Allow Alcohol in Town Park
The Culver Town Council has decided to allow alcohol in the town park for certain occasions.
During a marathon meeting Tuesday night, Council members revisited an ordinance that would allow alcoholic beverages in the park during special permitted events.
Culver Town Council Read to Adopt Park Alcohol Changes
The Culver Town Council will be working to resolve several issues discussed in the past few weeks.
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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Culver Considers Special Permitting for Alcohol In Town Park
Culver may be experimenting with alcohol in the Town Park later this year, but only for certain events.
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Sunday Alcohol Sales Bill Fails Vote in House Committee
A bill designed to make legal the Sunday sales of alcohol for carry-out in Indiana has failed a committee vote.
The Public Policy Committee – which was overseeing the legislation – voted down the bill on an 8-5 vote. The language was authored by State Representative Tom Dermody of LaPorte.
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LaPorte Reps.’ Sunday Alcohol Bill Receives Hearing This Week
An area state representative says he’s learned a lot, and is ready to try to legalize the Sunday sale of alcohol for carry-out.
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Marshall County Announces Enforcement Blitz Results
Several tickets and a couple of arrests were made during Marshall County’s latest enforcement blitz.
Michigan Man Arrested in Speeding and Cannabis Possession Case
A Michigan man was taken into custody on Sunday night after police say he was driving while intoxicated.
Around 11:45 p.m. on U.S. 30 in Marshall County, officers observed a vehicle traveling westbound in excess of 90 miles per hour. A traffic stop was conducted near the Grovertown Truckstop.
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Sunday Alcohol Sales Bill Could Soon Receive Vote
A bill designed to allow the Sunday sale of alcohol for carry-out could soon be getting a vote.
Indiana is among a dwindling number of states that prevents alcohol sales on Sunday. House Bill 1624 was filed by Republican State Representative Tom Dermody – who’s Public Policy Committee reviewed the measure.
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Dermody Files Sunday Alcohol Bill
The decision to allow discussion on the Sunday sale of alcohol in Indiana has been made.
State Representative Tom Dermody has not only decided to allow discussion, but he also authored a bill to allow for the sales. House Bill 1624 would permit Sunday alcohol carry-out between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
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Dermody Weighing Many Sides in Sunday Alcohol Debate
20th District State Representative Tom Dermody says he is still evaluating a bill that could affect consumers in Indiana.
House Bill 1026 would allow for those with a proper permit to sell alcoholic beverages for carryout on Sundays in the state. The bill, filed this week in Indianapolis, has not been presented to Representative Dermody – who chairs the often controversial Public Policy Committee.
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