Well Water Samples Due Today

Well water samples need to be returned today by 8:30 a.m.

The Marshall County Health Department is offering this free service to those who have experienced flood damage. Health Administrator Christine Stinson says flooding around a well can contaminate the well water and the casing of the well. That can lead to viruses and bacteria that could lead to illnesses.

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Public Hearing Tonight for Intersection Improvement

Officials from the Indiana Department of Transportation will be hosting a public hearing tonight to gather comments on the proposed J-turn intersection on U.S. 31 at State Road 10 and State Road 110 in Marshall County. An open house is set for 6 p.m. with the formal presentation at 6:30 p.m. at the Argos Town Hall, 201 W. Walnut Street.

According to INDOT, J-turn intersections enhance safety by preventing direct crossing and left turn movements. These types of intersections are generally limited to locations where the main road has four or more through lanes divided by a median. They are meant to improve the ability of traffic to cross a multilane divided highway from a crossroad, and reduce the number of traffic signal phases.

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Venue Change for Intersection Improvement Public Hearing

A public information meeting to gather comments on the proposed J-turn intersection on U.S. 31 at State Road 10 and State Road 110 in Marshall County has changed venues.

INDOT will now hold the Tuesday, June 20 meeting at the Argos Town Hall at 201 W. Walnut Street. The open house will begin at 6 p.m. with the formal presentation at 6:30 p.m. INDOT representatives will answer any questions pertaining to this proposed project.

According to INDOT, J-turn intersections enhance safety by preventing direct crossing and left turn movements. These types of intersections are generally limited to locations where the main road has four or more through lanes divided by a median. They are meant to improve the ability of traffic to cross a multilane divided highway from a crossroad, and reduce the number of traffic signal phases.

For more information, contact the La Porte District Office Customer Service Center at 1-855-464-6368.