The grand opening won’t be held until later this year, but renovations on Phase One of Freedom Park in Plymouth are nearing completion.
Upgrades at the park started a few years ago when a group of citizens wanted to consider the possibility of the City of Plymouth having its first all-inclusive playground. Fundraisers were conducted, allowing the group to raise enough money for the City of Plymouth to begin contributing.
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The American Cancer Society helps save more than 400 lives a day with the help thousands of caring volunteers. For thirty years, the ACS Relay for Life has united communities globally to remember lost loved ones, celebrate survivors and work to raise funds for cancer research. You have your chance to contribute this weekend during the Relay for Life of Marshall County on Saturday June 6 and Sunday June 7 at Lincoln Junior High School in Plymouth. Continue reading
Students in the Plymouth School Corporation are learning about health and, at the same time, raising funds for cancer research.
Riverside Intermediate School raised $3,500 and presented a check on Tuesday to Marshall County Relay for Life. This is the second year the school has undertaken several events to help fundraise for a cure, according to a news release.
The final tally is in and students at Riverside Intermediate School in Plymouth have raised hundreds for a charitable cause.
Fifth graders and teachers constructed a doghouse as part of an after-school mentoring program in an effort to raise money for the Marshall County Humane Society.
Friday afternoon the Washington Discovery Academy celebrated the accomplishments of Candy Poor who is set to retire this year after 39 years of teaching. Continue reading
Plymouth High School has decided to recognize one of its teachers.
This past weekend marked an induction ceremony into the National Honor Society for 35 students. The organization recognizes students who have performed well in their academic pursuits.
The People’s University of Marshall County is a learning center that teams up with local businesses to offer specialized classes for interested individuals of all ages. Currently, People’s U is seeking potential students and instructors as well as new ideas for desired courses. Continue reading
A Warsaw church considering an expansion for two months has seen plans come to fruition.
Members of the Warsaw Community Church were donated the land from Plymouth’s Sunrise Chapel in mid-December. The church that resulted from the donation will be holding its first service on Sunday.
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A bit of infrastructure is now in place for what could be the future of motor vehicle transportation.
NIPSCO, Pine Creek Plaza, and Mancino’s Pizza and Grinder’s have been working to install Plymouth’s first charging station for electric cars. The charging station allows owner’s of electric vehicles to receive the energy necessary for the car to continue traveling, and provides a stop along U.S. 30 for long-distance travelers.
A Plymouth High School student is now considered one of the top poetry readers in the country.
According to information provided by the Plymouth School Corporation, Emma Libersky has been selected to advance beyond the first round of the National Poetry Out Loud competition.
Fine Arts students at Plymouth High School will be showcasing their talents on Friday and Saturday.
The students have assembled their spring production which, this year, will once again be a variety show. Over 100 students involved in different groups, such as: the Pit Band, Chorus, Crimson Connection, Winter Guard, and Drum Line will participate. According to a press release, the show is being called “Time Machine.”
The Plymouth Common Council will be sending a letter of support to Marshall County.
Due to anticipated cuts at the state level, Marshall County has been exploring options to continue funding road maintenance and repairs. Among the options being considered are a Local Option Highway User Income Tax and a Wheel Tax.
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The Plymouth Board of Works has received bids for various projects to the Ledyard Water Treatment Plant.
Those bids were reviewed during last night’s meeting. The project was broken down into three divisions, but they contained alternate bids.
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A Plymouth business says they want a reasonable amount of time to replace their sign.
Mooney’s Ice Cream Parlor was assessed a fine of $150 by the City of Plymouth for failing to comply with the town’s signage ordinance. The company did not receive a permit for constructing their current sign in the 300 block of East Jefferson Street – something that has been described by the business as a miscommunication.
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Amid an ongoing discussion over an improperly placed sign, some additional discussion may soon take place.
Mooney’s Ice Cream Parlor, located in the 300 block of East Jefferson Street, was assessed a $150 fine for failing to receive a permit prior to constructing their sign and then failing to remove the sign when instructed to do so by the Plymouth Board of Zoning Appeals. If you want to know more about Baskin-Robbins and other ice cream parlours and franchises, then you can as experts for answers.
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Plymouth’s Mayor is hoping to attract some volunteers to an event that recognizes two holidays.
The Mayor’s Youth Council will hold their third annual Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration in River Park Square at the end of April. Mayor Mark Senter says the event will also act as a day to clean-up the area.
An ordinance violation cited by the City of Plymouth has levied fines against a local ice cream business.
Mooney’s Ice Cream erected a sign on the corner of their building, but allegedly did not receive a permit from the City of Plymouth.
Despite scheduling three virtual learning days, the Plymouth Board of Education needed to take additional action.
During last night’s School Board meeting, Superintendent Dan Tyree recommended adding an extra day of class to the end of the school year. Plymouth is implementing the extra day due to the number of weather related school cancellations.
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The Plymouth School Board may not affect the pocketbooks students, or the parents who make the payments, next school year when it comes to meal prices.
During their meeting tonight, board members will receive a proposal to keep school lunch and breakfast prices unchanged compared to the previous year. Currently breakfast prices are $1.10.
Plymouth Police took one woman into custody on Wednesday after being called to the scene of a crash.
