The Pilot News
Discover Plymouth kicks off summer with Pirate Palooza
PLYMOUTH — On Thursday, downtown Plymouth was commandeered by pirates but don’t worry, the Plymouth Police Department weren’t called because nothing was plundered. Pirate Palooza, Plymouth’s summer kickoff party, was put on by Discover Plymouth and...
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Lapaz Town Council honors Council Vice President Ryan Young with Saving a Life plaque
LAPAZ — On Tuesday, the Lapaz Town Council held its meeting for the month of June. During the meeting the council recognized Council Vice President Ryan Young. Council President Roger Ecker asked Young if he could share about what had recently...
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Commissioners table a request for $1,500 for veterans flags and standards
MARSHALL COUNTY — Steve Gorski requested that the Commissioners fund flags to be placed on the graves of veterans. Gorski was present representing the American Legion Post 27. “The American Legion provides an all volunteer service honoring all...
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Brooke Kitch crowned 2026 Miss Blueberry Queen
PLYMOUTH — On Saturday, the 60th Marshall County Blueberry Festival kicked off the Blueberry season with the 2026 Miss Blueberry and Miss Teen Blueberry Festival Scholarship Pageant. Held in the Plymouth High School Auditorium, this year’s pageant saw...
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County Council and Commissioners Joint Work Session: Highway Department
MARSHALL COUNTY — The County Council and Commissioners met in a Joint Work Session to discuss several funding issues and priorities as they prepare for budget discussions starting in July. Council President Tim Harman gave a detailed presentation on...
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PPL hosts Explore-a-truck
PLYMOUTH — On Wednesday the Plymouth Public Library held their annual Explore-a-truck event in River Park Square. This event saw several types of vehicles park at River Park Square for kids and their families to look at and explore. This is put on to...
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Bremen Village Shops holds ribbon cutting ceremony
BREMEN — On Friday, the Bremen Village Shops held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the shops in downtown Bremen, located at 125 E. Plymouth Street. This project was a collaboration between Amber Reed, Bremen Village Shops Founder...
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The Big Boy 4014 comes to Argos
ARGOS — On Friday, Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, made a stop in Argos. The Big Boy, built in 1941, is 132 feet long, weighs 1.2 million pounds and has about 7,000 horse power. Big Boy retired in 1961...
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Davis Jones interns with City of Plymouth
PLYMOUTH — This year Davis Jones, a junior at Plymouth High School, has been interning with the City of Plymouth one day a week. His supervisor, Plymouth Planning Director Ty Adley, shared about the work Jones did. Jones started this internship near...
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Bremen Public Library celebrates Summer Reading kickoff with Chalk the Walk and Foam Party
BREMEN — On Monday, the Bremen Public Library held its Summer Reading kickoff. Library patrons could take part in several different activities during the day. From 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. the BPL held its annual Chalk the Walk where kids and their parents...
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Automotive technician CTE students receives full time employment from Oliver Ford after completing internships
PLYMOUTH — This year a number of students who were in the automotive technician North Central Career and Technical Education program participated in internships with Oliver Ford and other automotive establishments. Now that these students have...
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Graduation weekend sees Plymouth, Culver, and Triton celebrate commencement
CULVER — Culver High School held Commencement Exercises on Friday, May 29 at 7 p.m. to celebrate Class of 2026. The Culver Community Schools Corporation District serves Aubbeenaubbee Township in Fulton County, North Bend Township in Starke County,...
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Recreating History: the Chipman Legacy
MARSHALL COUNTY — A unique link within the Chipman Family Tree was discovered during the year long America 250 celebration - Marshall County Prosecuting Attorney Nelson Chipman is related to Nathaniel Chipman who lived and participated in the American...
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PHS Speech and Debate National qualifiers performs at The REES
PLYMOUTH — On Tuesday, the Plymouth High School Speech and Debate national qualifiers put on a showcase at the REES Theatre. This was done to showcase their performances to the community so that they could see the pieces that the students have been...
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PCSC treats employees with end of year celebration
PLYMOUTH — On Tuesday, the Plymouth Community School Corporation held its annual end of year employee celebration. Several food trucks parked in the Plymouth High School parking lot where staff from all the PCSC can come together, get food, and spend...
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Bourbon Public Library previews Summer Reading
BOURBON — The Bourbon Public Library kicks off their Summer Reading program on May 30. A kickoff party will be held at Potawatomi Wildlife Park. Registration opened on May 26. BPL Director Nick Treber spoke about the program. Treber shared that the...
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Laville celebrates 61st Annual Commencement Ceremony
The Laville Class of 2026 received their diplomas on Friday as their family, friends, staff and faculty of Laville Jr./sr. High School joined them inside the Dale E. Cox Gymnasium. Once all the graduates entered, the Laville High School Choir and Band...
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Marian University Plymouth International Student Athletes share their experiences
MARSHALL COUNTY — Marian University Plymouth (formerly Marian University Ancilla College) offers rich academic and athletic experiences to local and international students. Marian University Plymouth Assistant Baseball Coach Joshua Pitts is also the...
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Argos Lions Club holds first Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build Day
ARGOS — A bed Build Day was recently held in Argos. This was done through the Argos Lions Club in connection with Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) through the parent Kosciusko Co. SHP Build Team. Argos Lion Monty Peden shared that this event came to be...
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National EMS Week celebrates first responders
MARSHALL COUNTY — This week is National EMS week. Fire Departments and Emergency Medical teams are celebrating the people who are first to respond in emergencies. Plymouth Fire Department celebrates Chief Steve Holm, A-shift: Assistant Chief Mike...
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Brooke Busse named IASP District 2 Elementary Principal of the Year
PLYMOUTH — Brooke Busse, the Principal of Webster Elementary, was recently named the Indiana Association of School Principals District 2 Elementary Principal of the Year. “Receiving this recognition is truly humbling, but honestly, I feel that it...
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ITAMCO celebrates high school interns and their accomplishments
ARGOS — Last week, ITAMCO hosted two celebrations for high school interns from Plymouth, Rochester and Triton who are finishing up their time working for the company. This celebration gave the students time to show their Capstone Presentations to the...
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An American tradition like no other - Indianapolis 500 is 'Greatest Spectacle in Racing'
Continuing our Happy 250th Birthday to America series we take a look at the one and only Indianapolis 500. Known as “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” it is deeply rooted as a premier American tradition as well as a premier cultural event. The...
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PHS seniors take part in Graduation Walk at Webster Elementary
PLYMOUTH — On Wednesday, Plymouth High School seniors returned to their elementary schools to take part in the school’s fourth annual Graduation Walk event. This event began at PHS when former students asked to return to their elementary schools to...
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Gov. Braun signs bill to keep cell phone distractions out of Indiana Schools
INDIANAPOLIS — On Wednesday, Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed Senate Enrolled Act 78, a new ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone restriction strengthening Indiana’s school cell phone policies to help students focus, support teachers, and improve the...
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Mcvoy sworn in to Plymouth Fire; Lampkins promoted to Captain
PLYMOUTH — Taylor Mcvoy was sworn in to service with the Plymouth Fire Department during the Plymouth Board of Public Works meeting Monday, May 11. Chief Steve Holm shared that Mcvoy received both of her certifications for fire and EMT; she was a...
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Bremen Partnership for Education prepares for spring round of grants
BREMEN — The Bremen Partnership for Education is currently preparing for their next round of grants. This will be the partnerships fifth round of grants. So far, the partnership has awarded over 60 grants, giving over $50,000 to the schools. The...
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PHS hosts fifth annual Rockin’ Rockies
PLYMOUTH — On Thursday, May 7 the fifth annual Rockin’ Rockies was held at Plymouth High School. The event is put together by PHS’S Applied Skills Teacher Tammie Radican. This day of fun is put on as an event for the special needs community at PHS,...
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Mayor’s Annual Prayer Breakfast: Glorify God among the nations, seeking Him in all generations
PLYMOUTH — The Mayor’s Annual Prayer Breakfast was held in observance of the National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 7 at Plymouth Community Church. Mayor Robert Listenberger welcomed everyone and thanked them for being present. He asked for prayers...
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Bremen High School hosts Oath of Enlistment Ceremony
BREMEN — On Monday Bremen High School held its fifth annual Oath of Enlistment Ceremony for their students who were enlisting in the United States Military following graduation. This year 10 students were honored, making the group Bremen’s largest...
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2026 Primary Election results
MARSHALL COUNTY — The Primary Election on Tuesday night saw a total of 4,701 votes counted. Out of 29,782 registered voters in the county, that came out to a voter turnout of 15.74 percent. The breakdown of the 4,701 were as follows. There was 3,320...
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Marian University’s Ancilla College celebrates class of 2026 at commencement ceremony
PLYMOUTH — Marian University’s Ancilla College celebrated the achievements of its Class of 2026 during its commencement ceremony on Friday, May 1, marking a significant milestone for graduates and the North Central Indiana community. The ceremony...
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Fines imposed for Red Rock Inn; court date pending for private matter between owners of motel and restaurant
PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety imposed fines for Red Rock Inn. Utilities Superintendent Donnie Davidson confirmed that testing for the water leak on the property will be conducted May 19; nothing has been found so far. Clerk...
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PHS Mock Crash warns students about dangers of drunk and impaired driving
PLYMOUTH — On Wednesday, Plymouth High School set up a Mock Crash in the front lawn of the school to warn PHS students about the dangers of drunk and impaired driving prior to prom. PHS’S Leaders Eliminating Alcohol and Drugs Club, along with Plymouth...
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Triton Trojans Theater will be under the sea this weekend
The Triton High School Theater Department will be performing the popular musical “The Little Mermaid” this Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. The musical play is based on a 1989 Disney animated film which was rooted on a much...
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Wild Rose Moon Radio Hour celebrates Earth Day with poetry, music & satire
PLYMOUTH — Wild Rose Moon Radio Hour invites the community to its annual party for the planet, Earth Hug Boogie, on Saturday, April 25, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The evening promises an unforgettable blend of poetry, live music, and satirical theater — all...
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Marshall County second graders celebrate Tree Fest at Potawatomi Wildlife Park
MARSHALL COUNTY — On Earth Day, the second annual Tree Fest was held at Potawatomi Wildlife Park. Tree Fest serves as a fun and educational day for students to celebrate nature, conservation and Earth Day. The celebration began at 9 a.m. and students...
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Local veterans honored with Quilts of Valor
MARSHALL COUNTY — Mary Ann Lienhart Cross, member of In the Bend Quilts of Valor, presented Quilts of Valor to several local veterans during a ceremony that included family and friends on Saturday, April 21. Cross shared that the mission of the Quilts...
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Early voting opportunities continue for the Primary Election
MARSHALL COUNTY — The following opportunities exist for registered voters in Marshall County to cast their vote early in the Primary Election. Early in-person voting started April 7 at the Marshall County Clerk’s Office located at 211 W. Madison St.,...
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Local librarians take part in the Indiana Library Federation Youth Services Conference
MARSHALL COUNTY — The Indiana Library Federation Youth Services Conference was recently held in Muncie. This conference brings library professionals from across the state to learn, connect, and inspire. The conference was focused on serving children,...
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Riverside Intermediate School holds Rocket Night fundraiser to support the Marshall County Neighborhood Center
PLYMOUTH — Riverside Intermediate School recently held its annual Rocket Night fundraiser, collecting funds and cans of food for the Marshall County Neighborhood Center. Riverside's Information Literacy Assistant Tracy Gordon explained that Rocket...
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Plymouth Medical Center enhances surgical care with the addition of a robotic surgical system
MISHAWAKA — Plymouth Medical Center is elevating surgical care in Marshall County with the installation of a robotic surgical system, an advanced robotic platform that supports greater surgeon precision and helps patients recover with less pain and...
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Board of Public Works and Safety tables request for extension for Red Rock Inn Demolition Order
PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety tabled a request for an extension of the Order to Take Action for the Red Rock Inn during their regular meeting on Monday, April 13. Nilesh Kantibhal Patel appeared before the board explaining...
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Local physician revolutionizes on-demand urgent care with Chatrx
MARSHALL COUNTY — Local Dr. Tod Stillson, who practiced primary medicine for over 30 years in Plymouth, has revolutionized an approach to acute care which makes evaluation and treatment accessible virtually 24 hours a day 7 days a week through Chatrx....
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Bremen OBOC invites the community to The Anxious Generation: The Final Chapter
BREMEN — On Sunday, April 26 the conclusion of Bremen’s One Book One Community Initiative, The Anxious Generation: The Final Chapter, will be held in the Bremen High School Bowen Auditorium from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. This event will feature a panel of...
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Marshall County Community Foundation Awards Spring 2026 Grants
The Marshall County Community Foundation (MCCF) announced the Spring 2026 grant awards from Community Funds totaling $174,820. Twice each year, nonprofit organizations are invited to submit funding requests for projects that improve the quality of...
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Argos Performing Arts Department presents the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Oklahoma!
ARGOS— This weekend the Argos Performing Arts Department will be performing the musical play Oklahoma! The curtain opens for Act I revealing only the porch of a modest farmhouse, a windmill and an elderly lady seated, churning butter. Off stage a male...
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Bremen Public Schools makes daycare public
BREMEN- Bremen Public Schools recently announced that they would be making their daycare services available to the Bremen community. Starting this fall, BPS will be offering daycare for two and three year olds. Bremen Superintendent Dr. Hope Amor...
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New coffee house opens in Argos on Saturday
Starting Saturday, April 11, there will be a new place to get your caffeine fix in Downtown Argos. The Primitive Star Quilt Shop will be transformed into the The Primitive Star Coffee House. Located at 160 S. Michigan Street, the front of the store is...
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Locked-out NIPSCO employees protest
On Friday, members from USW Local 12775 and 13796 gathered at two Plymouth NIPSCO locations to protest the lockout that Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) initiated on April 2. The lockout of United Steelworkersrepresented employees by...
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Bremen Bowen Health holds Pinwheels for Prevention Ceremony
BREMEN — On Thursday, the Bremen Bowen Health held its Pinwheels for Prevention Ceremony. Kristi Cooper, MBA, Bowen Health Practice Administrator, kicked off the ceremony by talking to the group that had gathered. She began by thanking everyone who...
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U.S. 30 to be resurfaced between U.S. 35 and Donaldson
STARKE AND MARSHALL COUNTIES — Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth-riley Construction Co Inc will have lane closures on U.S. 30 between U.S. 35 and Union Rd beginning on or after Tuesday, April 7. U.S. 30 will be resufaced through...
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City of Plymouth issues Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation
PLYMOUTH — Bowen Health - Plymouth held the annual Pinwheels for Prevention event on Tuesday, March 31. April is Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month. Representatives from multiple organizations and agencies were present. City of Plymouth Mayor...
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Plymouth was hopping with Easter fun!
Blueberry Hank joined the fun over the weekend by making an appearance with the Easter Bunny for both the Kiwanis Club of Plymouth Breakfast at the Webster Center and the Easter Egg Hunt at Centennial Park. Shown in photo from left to right: Easter...
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Drug Free Marshall County hears from local youth advocate Hayden - intervention much start early
MARSHALL COUNTY — Drug Free Marshall County met Tuesday, March 24th in the conference room of the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department. The organization is pursuing grant funding from the Drug Free Communities Grant which, if awarded, will be used to...
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Oliver Ford Lincoln earns 2025 President’s Award from Ford Motor Company
PLYMOUTH — Oliver Ford Lincoln was recently named among an elite group of Ford and Lincoln dealerships to be recognized with the 2025 President’s Award by Ford Motor Company. This award honors dealerships that have excelled in automotive retailing in...
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Residents without water for days at Northgate Mobile Home Park; city to modify take action order
PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety granted the request made by Plymouth Building Commissioner Dennis Manuwal Jr. to move forward with the modification of one of the action items on the Take Action Order for North Gate Trailer...
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Commissioners hear Council on Aging fourth quarter update
MARSHALL COUNTY — Director of the Marshall County Council on Aging Janis Holiday provided the Marshall County Commissioners with the fourth quarter report and update. Total fourth quarter expenses totaled $151,146; revenues totaled $13,790 leaving net...
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State-bound Trojans
Triton’s boys basketball team celebrates winning semi-state Saturday. The Trojans will now play for the state championship this Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. See Sports on A9 and A10 for more photos and the game stories from the...
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Polygon Composites Technology Company donates $5,000 to Urey Middle School for drones
WALKERTON— Polygon Composites Technology Company recently donated $5,000 to Urey Middle School for the school to buy drones for their engineering students. Scott Farrisee, Vice President of Engineering at Polygon, and Carrie Ackenhusen, Vice President...
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Annie takes center stage at Culver
Last weekend, the Culver Community Schools Theater and Choral Department presented the musical Annie Jr. in the auditorium. The stage entertained a variety of characters including 29 orphans, a drunk and villainous orphanage matron, an oily relative...
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Riverside Intermediate students involved in food waste compost bin enrichment program
PLYMOUTH — This semester, sixth grade students at Riverside Intermediate School are working on a food waste/compose bin enrichment project. The project started during the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year. The project was put together by...
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Marshall County Park Board discusses several items during March meeting
MARSHALL COUNTY — During the March meeting of the Marshall County Park Board, the board discussed a fishing platform for Mill Pond, items at Memorial Forest and other business. Park Board President Greg Hildebrand asked if anyone had an update on Mill...
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Plymouth senior awarded Stamps Scholarship
PLYMOUTH — Plymouth High School senior Olivia Burch has been awarded the prestigious Stamps Scholarship at Purdue University. The Stamps Scholarship is one of Purdue’s most competitive and selective awards, recognizing students who distinguish...
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Public Works Superintendent Roger Terry celebrates 35 years
BOURBON — Public Works Superintendent Roger Terry celebrated 35 years of dedicated service to the Town of Bourbon this year. He began on Feb. 18, 1991 and works on parks, streets and assists with utilities. Terry’s favorite things about Bourbon are...
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One More Chapter Books opens in downtown Plymouth
On Friday morning, members of the Plymouth and Marshall County community gathered together to celebrate the opening of a new bookstore in downtown Plymouth. Located at 108 N. Michigan Street, One More Chapter Books is a locally owned independent...
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Allen Reese Hearing Aid Center celebrates 50 years
PLYMOUTH — This year the Allen Reese Hearing Aid Center is celebrating 50 years of business in Plymouth. The center was started by Allen Reese in 1976. Reese did his hearing instrument training in Columbia City. He opened his first hearing instrument...
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Lynnette Markley named finalist for Indiana Golden Owl Award
ARGOS — Lynnette Markley, Argos Jr. Sr. High School’s Ag teacher and FFA advisor, was recently announced as one of the eight finalists for the Golden Owl Award. The award is presented by Nationwide, Indiana FFA and Farm Credit Mid-america. The award...
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Top three of PHS class of 2026
PLYMOUTH — On Monday Plymouth High School held a banquet for the top 5 percent of the Class of 2026. At the banquet, Ray Ye, Morgan Gurtner and Karli Crum were named as the top three of their class. Ye was the top, Gurtner was second, and Crum is third...
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