Marshall County EMA Director Clyde Avery was honored by the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning for his years of service as he is set to retire at the end of the week.
Continue readingState Helping Enforce COVID-19 Restrictions but Calling on Local Governments to Take the Lead
Indiana is helping to crack down on violations of COVID-19 restrictions, but is encouraging local health departments to “take the lead.”
Continue readingLess Access to COVID-19 Testing May Lead to Higher Positivity Rates in Rural Counties
Less access to COVID-19 testing may be leading to higher positivity rates in rural areas. Indiana Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lindsay Weaver says that if a county only has one testing site, people may be more likely to wait until they have noticeable symptoms.
Continue readingIndiana State Fire Marshal Issues Determination Concerning City Tavern Fire
The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office issued a determination in a fire that destroyed the City Tavern Building at 415 Lakeshore Drive in Culver on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
Continue readingIndiana State Fire Marshal’s Office Still Working on Official Cause of Culver Fire
Officials from the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office are still collecting evidence in the fire that destroyed the former City Tavern building in Culver.
Continue readingHomeowner Arrested Following Fire Investigation
A Walkerton man was recently arrested after a warrant was issued for his arrest following an arson investigation.
Continue readingOfficials Continue to Investigate Walkerton Structure Fire
The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office continues to investigate a structure fire in the 2,000 block of Plymouth-LaPorte Trail in Walkerton.
Continue readingTippecanoe Man Faces Arson Charges, Following December House Fire
A Tippecanoe man faces arson charges, following a December house fire. Caleb Michael Geldner, 37, faces felony charges of arson and criminal mischief causing over $50,000 in damage, according to Marshall County Police.
Proper Christmas Tree Disposal Urged by State Fire Marshal’s Office
As the holiday season continues, Hoosiers are reminded to keep an eye on the live Christmas trees in their homes. The average Christmas tree lasts for about a month after purchase, before it begins to dry out and become a fire hazard, according to the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office. When a tree’s needles drop, it’s time to remove it.
State Fire Marshall Urges Proper Care of Live Christmas Trees
Make sure your live Christmas tree has plenty of water. That’s one of several pieces of advice from Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office to ensure the most wonderful time of the year stays that way. Continue reading