The U.S. 6 bridge over State Road 331 in Bremen is expected to open this week.
Continue readingMarshall County Municipalities Offer Town Facilities as Potential Warming Centers
As previously reported, conditions are expected to keep getting colder this week. Certain town facilities in Argos, Bourbon, Bremen
The Maxinkuckee Singers are Spreading Holiday Cheer Throughout the Community
The Maxinkuckee Singers are spreading Christmas cheer around the community this holiday season. According to their website, this is a vocal performance off-shoot of the civic theater group ‘The Maxinkuckee Players. They’ve been active in the central northern part of Indiana for nearly three decades.
During the month of December, these singers put on several Christmas themed public performances throughout Marshall County and the surrounding area. With the first two shows behind them, community members still have five more chances to see them perform during their Home for the Holidays Tour. Continue reading
Bourbon Town Council Passes Stellar Support Resolution, Commits Funds to Potential Projects
Bourbon Town Council members recently took action to document their Stellar support with a resolution they passed last week.
Town Council President Les McFarland shared that the resolution also indicates if the designation is received, Bourbon would commit up to $125,000 as a local match to offset the cost of the projects they’re hoping to tackle. Continue reading
Two-Vehicle Crash in Bremen Sends Plymouth Woman to the Hospital Friday Afternoon
A two-vehicle accident that occurred in Bremen on Friday afternoon sent one driver to the hospital. Continue reading
Experience the Past in Person at the Rentown Old Fashion Days This Weekend
A Marshall County tradition that honors the past kicks off today. The Rentown Old Fashion Days event will start at 3 p.m. and will run until 8 p.m. tonight. The fun continues on Saturday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission is $5 per person or individuals 13-year-old and younger are free with parking.
This event takes place in the quaint community of Rentown, located three miles east of Bremen. Continue reading
INDOT Announces That Bridge Projects Will Cause Closures in Marshall County
Officials from Indiana Department of Transportation want motorists to be aware of a couple of bridge projects starting in Marshall County this week.
A bridge construction project starting on U.S 31 in Argos today (Tuesday, August 14th) will create lane closures until early September. Continue reading
The Bremen Firemen’s Festival Starts Tonight!
The Bremen Firemen’s Festival will get started this evening! There is free admission for this multi-day event which is scheduled to run through Saturday, June 30th. Continue reading
Fatal Crash on US 31, Road Closed to SB Traffic For Reconstruction
A serious two-vehicle accident on US 31 near US 6 has resulted in one fatality. US 31 is closed to southbound traffic until further notice.
Reconstruction is currently being conducted, according to Sergeant Ted Bohner, the Media Contact for Indiana State Police Bremen District. There is currently no estimated time for when the road will reopen. Continue reading
FEMA Teams to Arrive in Marshall County Friday
FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams will be in Marshall County on Friday, May 11.
Jeanette Rarick Memorial Scholarship Open To Bremen Students Seeking Various Post-Secondary Options
Bremen students are being encouraged to apply for the Jeanette Rarick Memorial Scholarship before the deadline of Friday, April 13th.
According to Marshall County Community Foundation representatives, Jeannette Rarick spent about three decades working with Bremen students and will be remembered most for tutoring math. After she passed away from cancer last May, her husband, Max Rarick, worked to create this scholarship fund to honor her teaching legacy. Continue reading
Open Seats in Marshall County for 2018 Elections
Many Marshall County positions will be up for election this year including the Judge for Superior Court 1 as well as the County Prosecutor, Clerk, Auditor, Recorder, Assessor and Sheriff. Wednesday marks the first day that a declaration of candidacy may be filed.
According to Jaley Schinbeckler with the Marshall County Clerk’s Office, elections will also be held for all township trustees and board members and the county commissioner in District 1 as well as county councils in districts 1 through 4. Two seats are open on the Argos and Culver Town Councils and one seat is open for Bourbon Town Council. Continue reading
Marshall County Humane Society is Making Sure Local Pets are Safe this Winter Season
Marshall County has recently been dealing with extremely windy and snowy weather conditions. Around this time of year, pet owners are reminded to bring pets indoors or provide adequate outside shelter in order to keep animals safe this winter season.
Marshall County Humane Society Executive Director Nancy Cox said she and members of her team spend every morning, responding to calls of animals left outdoors without adequate food, water or shelter.
She stated, “People just need to use their common sense. If you’re cold, they’re cold. Like right now, I would feel that being out in this weather without proper shelter is cruelty and neglect.” Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners Take Care of Remaining Appointments During Tuesday Meeting
The Marshall County Commissioners addressed any remaining appointments when they met on Tuesday.
Randy Glingle and Dan Vories were appointed to the Drainage Board, Jan Fisher will serve on the Alcohol Beverage Control Board and Commissioner Kevin Overymyer was appointed to the Central Dispatch Committee as well as the Michiana Area Council of Governments or MACOG.
For the MACOG Regional Development Board, Joe Martin, Jr. was appointed as the private sector representative and Trend Weldy will serve as the Town of Bremen’s rep.
Commissioner Kurt Garner was appointed to the Unsafe Building Committee and the Shady Rest Committee. Continue reading
National Weather Service Issues Urgent Winter Weather Advisory for Marshall County
The National Weather Service has issued an urgent winter weather advisory for Marshall County, including the cities of Plymouth, Bremen and Culver. The advisory will be in effect on Thursday, January 4 from 1 a.m. until 7 p.m. ET.
Lake effect snow will be impacting the area so residents should prepare for reduced visibility at times and difficult travel conditions during morning and evening commutes. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches, with localized amounts of up to 10 inches are expected. Continue reading
Bremen School Board Passes New Communication Policy
When the Bremen School Board met last Monday, members held the second reading over a policy detailing specific guidelines for board member and staff communication.
Superintendent Dr. Jim White said the policy was developed in order for there to be a delineated procedure to follow when board members and staff talk to each other. He said they wanted to clear up any confusion about the expectations of various positions within the school corporation. Continue reading
Local Food Pantry to Benefit from Bremen Public Schools Allowing the Community to Utilize Facilities
Some facilities at Bremen Public Schools could potentially see some community use in 2018, according to Superintendent Dr. Jim White.
The superintendent shared that the possibility of opening the schools up to residents for recreational use has been an ongoing matter of discussion with school board members for the past couple of months. These opportunities would be available on Sundays during the months of January, February and March. Continue reading
Bremen School Board Addresses Substitute Teaching Requirements
When the Bremen School Board met Monday, members agreed to change the language in the school corporation’s substitute teacher applications to reflect current standards.
Bremen Superintendent Dr. Jim White explained that some of their documentation reflected an old state policy that required individuals to have at least 60 hours of college credit in order to become a substitute teacher. However, policies have changed and now a high school graduate can apply and receive a substitute teaching license through the state. Continue reading
Lutheran EMS Expands Services to Bremen Residents
Lutheran EMS is expanding their services to provide 911 emergency coverage to more local residents.
Lutheran Emergency Management Services already provides assistance to the Marshall County Townships of Tippecanoe and Bourbon but they will now be expanding their coverage to include German Township and the residents of Bremen.
To celebrate the expansion, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 25th Lutheran EMS is hosting an open house. The event is at their station located at 1241 W Plymouth Street in Bremen. Continue reading
Hundreds of Heart Screenings Provided to Local Students through Play for Jake Foundation
This week, more than 300 Bremen students had screenings to check for pediatric heart conditions through the efforts of the Play for Jake Foundation.
Superintendent Dr. Jim White said that the organization was established in memory of Jake West, a La Porte student who died from an undetected heart condition while at football practice a few years ago. Continue reading
