When Marshall County employers were recently interviewed on workforce development issues, it was discovered that training is one of the biggest needs for workers in the area. To help alleviate this problem, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Ancilla College and the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation are teaming up with local businesses to launch the Ancilla College Management and Leadership Training program. Continue reading
Present Your Soft Proposals for the Shady Rest Home
The Shady Rest Home Advisory Committee is asking for soft proposals from parties interested in long-term use and occupancy of the Marshall County property formerly known as “Shady Rest”. Soft proposals should not exceed three pages and should indicate use, ownership structure, one’s ability to sustain operations and maintenance, and approximate number of individuals who would benefit from services provided. Include appropriate contact information and name on the proposal. Continue reading
Marshall County Moves Ahead in County Health Rankings
Marshall County continues to fare well in the County Health Rankings. The annual report issued by the by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute places Marshall County 16th among Indiana’s 92 counties for health outcomes. Continue reading
Marshall County Takes Over Culver Building and Planning Department
The Town of Culver’s partnership with Marshall County for building and planning services officially takes effect today. County Building Commissioner Chuck DeWitt will oversee services for the town as well under an intergovernmental agreement approved last month by the county commissioners. Continue reading
Early Voting Wraps-up in Marshall County
Absentee totals are now completed for the 2016 General Election, and Marshall County reported some fairly strong early voting numbers.
New CASA Director Gives Commissioners Annual Report
Court Appointed Special Advocates provided Marshall County with its annual report on Monday morning.
Executive Director Chastity Keller introduced herself as the new executive director of the group in Marshall County. She has been serving as the organization’s leader for the past three months.
Marshall County Investigation Leads to Arrest for August Arson
A fire dating back to early August has resulted in the arrest of a South Bend man.
Culver Town Council Prepares for Title VI Plan Adoption
The Culver Town Council will consider adoption of a Title VI plan at their meeting Tuesday night.
Community Corrections Prepares for Switch to New Case Management System
The Marshall County Community Corrections Department is hoping to get with the times and change their case management service provider.
The state of Indiana is moving to a system called “Odyssey” that will allow information sharing across the state’s courts. That largely renders Marshall County’s current provider CSI obsolete. Community Corrections Executive Director Ward Byers says the new software will likely prove easier to use.
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MCEDC Highlights Successes in Annual Report
The Marshall County Economic Development Corporation is busy visiting with government bodies in Marshall County to review its annual report.
Marshall County to Receive MCEDC Annual Report
The Marshall County Commissioners will receive a report from the Marshall County Economic Development Foundation.
Honor Rewards Program Looks to Be In Full Swing by November
The Marshall County Recorder’s office continues to push a recently developed program to help veterans.
Plymouth Ready for Next Installment of Gateway Signage
The City of Plymouth intends to place new gateway signage as linked here in the coming weeks, but they needed Marshall County approval prior to construction.
Marshall County EMA Collecting Flood Damage Information Following Recent Storms
The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency is taking flood damage information from area residents following heavy rainstorms on Friday and Saturday.
Marshall County Implements Ordinance for Address Restrictions
Marshall County is implementing an ordinance that looks to restrict access to address information for several categories of people.
Honor Rewards Program Looks to Attract Business Participation
Marshall County will soon begin enlisting the help of local businesses to better reach veterans living within the county.
Bremen Woman Allegedly Attacks Officer Following Single Vehicle Crash
A Bremen woman is facing multiple charges following a Friday night incident in Plymouth.
Several Marshall County Communities Awarded Community Crossings Grants
Community Crossings Funds were announced for Northern Indiana on Wednesday and Marshall County has walked away with several communities among the recipients.
Memorial Forest Entrance Due for Eagle Scout Upgrades
Veteran’s Memorial Forest in Marshall County will be getting a bit of a facelift in the near future.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Commissioner’s meeting, it was proposed to clean-up the entrance of the forest off of 14th Road and develop a parking space for visitors. It’s part of an Eagle Scout project being undertaken by Daniel Stauffer from Troupe 257.
Argos Man Arrested for Driving Stolen Car
Marshall County officers arrested an Argos man in the early hours on Sunday after it was discovered he was driving a stolen car.
