The next member of the Plymouth Common Council was introduced during Monday’s meeting. Bill Walters was selected to fill the remainder of Mike Delp’s term during a Republican Party caucus last week. Continue reading
Plymouth First Responders, Bystanders Recognized for Saving Life
A man who was rescued from the brink of death publicly thanked the first responders and others who helped save his life, during Monday’s Plymouth Board of Works meeting. Continue reading
Four-Way Stop Approved for Plymouth Intersection
The Plymouth Board of Works hopes that a couple new stops signs will correct a potential safety hazard in the city. The board voted Monday to make the intersection of Hillcrest, Pearson, and Westgate a four-way stop, after city officials received several complaints from residents. Continue reading
Pretty Lake Conservancy Requests Waiver of Utility Bill Late Fee
To what degree government units should be responsible for late fees assessed on their utility bills was debated during Monday’s Plymouth Common Council meeting. Continue reading
Plymouth Disbands Downtown Revitalization Committee, Concerns Remain Over South Gateway
The City of Plymouth is disbanding its Downtown Revitalization Committee. Continue reading
Marshall County Bicentennial Celebration Honors Past, Embraces the Future
The torch relay navigated its way through Marshall County on Tuesday to celebrate Indiana’s Bicentennial.
Downtown Plymouth was among the stops for the torch – which was lined with residents hoping to catch a glimpse of the torchbearers carrying the state symbol during its stay in Marshall County. The torch made stops in Bremen, LaPaz, Plymouth, and Culver on Tuesday.
Tenant Announced for Commerce Building
The Marshall County Shell Building will soon have an occupant. Bluffton-based Pretzels Inc. plans to invest $15 million to purchase and equip the 45,000 square foot facility at 2910 Commerce Street in Plymouth. Continue reading
Plymouth Resident Urges Action on Candy Lane Flooding
A Plymouth resident is urging the city to move ahead with plans to resolve some of the flooding issues in the Candy Lane area. Continue reading
INDOT Breaks Ground on Plymouth Substation
Marshall County will soon be home to a new, state-of-the-art INDOT maintenance facility. State and local officials broke ground yesterday on the $7.2 million project on Pioneer Drive north of U.S. 30. It will serve as a base of operations and salt building for the Plymouth Sub District. INDOT Statewide Director of Facilities Management Steve McAvoy says the existing facility dates to 1978 and is no longer capable of meeting the agency’s needs with regard to maintaining roads during the winter months. Continue reading
INDOT Announces Groundbreaking for New Plymouth Facility
The Indiana Department of Transportation will break ground next week on a new base of operations in Plymouth. The 40,000 square foot facility at the intersection of Commerce Street and Pioneer Drive will house a 22,000 foot, state of the art operations center and an 18,000 foot salt and Cargill brine making building. Continue reading
Plymouth Mayor to Host National Day of Prayer Breakfast
National Day of Prayer is being celebrated next week in Plymouth. Mayor Mark Senter will once again host a Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 5 at 6:30 a.m. at Christo’s Banquet Center. Continue reading
Plymouth Declares Support for Local Road Funding Options
The Plymouth Common Council has come out in favor of additional taxes in Marshall County to support road improvements and economic development. During a special session last week, the council passed a resolution supporting the adoption of a Local Option Highway User Tax (LOHUT) and a County Economic Development Income Tax (CEDIT). Continue reading
Plymouth Officials Celebrate Love’s Grand Opening
The new Love’s Truck Stop on U.S. 30 west of Plymouth is officially open for business following a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony. Continue reading
State of the City Address Scheduled Tonight
Plymouth Mayor Mark Senter will give his annual state of the city address this evening. It will take place during the common council meeting, which will begin at either 6:30 p.m. or immediately following the 6 p.m. board of works meeting. If you’re not able to attend, MAX 98.3 FM will share the address in its entirety on Sunday’s Maximum Impact public affairs show. Continue reading
Plymouth Officials Cut Ribbon for Freedom Park
Plymouth residents of all ages and abilities now have a playground to enjoy. City officials cut the ribbon for Freedom Park at Packard Woods last evening. Mayor Mark Senter says it’s a great addition to the city.
“It’s all inclusive. Any child can come and play, whether they’re in a wheelchair or if they are mentally handicapped. They can still have a blast here, along with their friends.” Continue reading
Plymouth Officials Dedicate Gateway Sign
Plymouth officials yesterday cut the ribbon to dedicate the new gateway sign at the north entrance to the city. It sits just to the south of the roundabout on Michigan Road at Veterans Parkway. Continue reading
Plymouth Ranks Among Safest Places in Indiana
Plymouth is among the safest cities in Indiana, according to a new report. It’s number 8 on the list of safest midsize cities and towns in the state as ranked by ValuePenguin. Midsize cities have populations of between 10 and 20,000. The independent analysis looked at the most recent FBI statistics on violent and property crimes. Continue reading
Plymouth Mayor Honors Longtime Park Board Member
Longtime Plymouth Park Board member Sally Greenlee now has a key to the city. Mayor Mark Senter presented it during Monday’s meeting and read a proclamation in her honor. Mrs. Greenlee was appointed to the park board in 1999 by her husband, then-mayor Jack Greenlee. She served for 15 years and was also a member of the Plymouth Plan Commission. Continue reading
Volunteers Needed for Mayor’s Youth Council Earth/Arbor Day Celebration
The Mayor’s Youth Council plans to show Mother Earth some love tomorrow. Volunteers ages 11 and older are needed for their third annual Earth Day celebration. It gets under way at 9 a.m. at River Park Square on Garro Street and continues until 1 p.m. Participants are asked to wear long pants and shoes with closed toes. Work gloves are required, and safety vests will be provided. Continue reading
Plymouth Mayor Requests Flags Be Lowered in Honor of Greenlee
Plymouth Mayor Mark Senter respectfully requests American flags flown within the city limits be lowered to half-staff for the next few days to honor the man regarded as the city’s biggest cheerleader. Former Mayor Jack Greenlee died Monday at his Rex Street home. He was 85. Continue reading
