Argos Officials Finalize Plans for Tree Lighting Ceremony

Argos officials finalized details for this year’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony at last Wednesday’s town council meeting.

Library Director Jane Hall reminded council members that the Friends of the Argos Public Library group decorated the tree and hosted last year’s ceremony.

She explained that the lighting ceremony is scheduled for the week after Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 29th and that it will run from around 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Continue reading

Interested in Being the Voice for a Local Child In Need? Don’t Miss Your Chance to Learn About CASA

If you’re seeking more ways to assist local children, you’ll have plenty of opportunities this week during CASA of Marshall County Information Days.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Marshall County is a non-profit organization that is committed to speaking in the best interest of children who are abused or neglected. CASA recruits train and support volunteers to assist these kids in the family court system.

This week several local libraries will be hosting a CASA Information Day where people can come find out more about the program. Today, CASA representatives will be at the Bourbon Public Library providing information. Continue reading

Argos School Board Retains Existing Officers

The Argos School Board handled start-of-the-year reorganization and appointments when they met Monday night.

According to Administrative Assistant Patti VanDerWeele, the board members voted to retain existing officers since they were named in July. Monty Peden, Doug Middleton and Jennifer Hurford were elected to the President, Vice-President and the Secretary positions, respectively. Continue reading

Public Hearing Set for Intersection Improvement

A public hearing is planned to gather comments on the proposed intersection improvement on U.S. 31 and State Road 10 and Dewey Street in Marshall County.

The project includes a measure to increase safety at the intersection and reduce delay by separating traffic movements. The plan is to construct a J-turn, or a median U-turn. J-turns improve the ability of drivers to cross a multi-lane divided highway from a crossroad. According to INDOT, the improvement is expected to reduce the risk of severe crashes.

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