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01/11/2025

01/11/2025

New dates for the next TGIF Argos are in, make sure to mark your calendar!

We are beyond thrilled to share that the Argos Volunteer Firemen Inc. are taking over TGIF!!! What does this mean? Better than ever!!

The Argos Volunteer Firemen Inc. are 🔥(pun intended) and we are excited for this big-hearted-love-the-community group of volunteers to take TGIF to the next level!

Save the dates for TGIF 2025:
☀️June 13th
☀️August 8th
☀️September 12th

*We are taking off the month of July to support the Marshall County 4H Fair.

Vendor applications will be shared soon. In the meantime, ignore the cold snowy day and think sunshine!

01/10/2025

Judge sentences Trump in hush money case but declines to impose any punishment

https://www.thepilotnews.com/multimedia/judge-sentences-trump-in-hush-money-case-but-declines-to-impose-any-punishment/article_4331967c-cf67-11ef-9d35-9bba4079ad0e.html

NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has been sentenced in his New York hush money case, but the judge has declined to impose any punishment. The sentence pronounced Friday by Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan cements Trump's conviction while freeing him to return to the White House unencumbered by the threat of a jail term or a fine. It caps a norm-smashing case that saw the Republican convicted of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to a payment to bury affair allegations that threatened to cloud his 2016 presidential run. Yet it didn't hurt him with voters. Trump denies wrongdoing and has vowed to appeal.

NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump was sentenced Friday in his hush money case, but the judge declined to impose any punishment.

01/10/2025

📸 Pilot News Group Photo / Jamie Fleury
Executive Director of Autumn Trace Senior Communities - Plymouth Ashley Weiss, Marshall County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) Patrolman Rob Hafke, MCSD Lieutenant Detective Les McFarland, MCSD Detective Sergeant Ryan Hollopeter, MCSD Sergeant Jordan Rans, MCSD Detective 1st Sergeant Nicholas Laffoon, and Wellness Coordinator of Autumn Trace Senior Communities - Plymouth Kerstin Okeley.

Executive Director of Autumn Trace Senior Communities - Plymouth Ashley Weiss and Wellness Coordinator Kerstin Okeley celebrated Law Enforcement Appreciation Day by distributing appreciation baskets to law enforcement agencies across Marshall County.

The Survival Baskets included:
Lifesavers: To remind you of the many times you’ve been one.
Peppermint Patties: To help you keep your cool.
Mounds: For the mounds of courage you have.
Starburst: For that burst of energy you need.
Snickers: To remind you to keep your sense of humor.
Gum: So you always stick together.
Airheads: Because you deal with a lot of them.
Hershey Kisses: To remind you how much you are loved.

Read the full feature printed on the front page of the Pilot News on Friday, January 10th, 2025 to learn more about Autumn Trace Senior Communities - Plymouth. 📰

https://www.thepilotnews.com/business/autumn-trace-honors-law-enforcement-appreciation-day/article_b9886746-cf59-11ef-8831-7fcb649f6c0a.html

01/10/2025

Media clarifies First Amendment; Argos Councilman Byers referred to Attorney and Executive Session

During the Argos Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, Managing Editor of Pilot News Group James Master addressed a social media post made by Argos Town Council member Robert Byers. The Council referred the matter to Attorney Derek Jones whose findings will be discussed during an Executive Session. Full feature coverage printed in the Friday, January 10th edition of the Pilot News. 📰

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/media-clarifies-first-amendment-argos-councilman-byers-referred-to-attorney-and-executive-session/article_be9c404e-cf5a-11ef-8a07-af5cfcf13228.html

01/10/2025

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Anthony, Hadassah and Asher Harris

Bourbon couple purchases Cook’s Pizza

Anthony and Hadassah Harris of Bourbon are excited to announced that they have taken over ownership of Cook’s Pizza, a beloved restaurant in the heart of Wakarusa that has been around for over 50 years. They invite the public to join them on Tuesday, January 14th from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. for their first official day open as the new owners. The restaurant is located at 101 S. Elkhart St., Wakarusa. Hours of operation will be Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; closed Sunday. Read the full feature in the weekend edition of the Pilot News. 📰

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/bourbon-couple-purchases-cook-s-pizza/article_0edc865e-cf5b-11ef-8f24-eb11e78d1a1c.html

01/10/2025

Wells arrested for Domestic Battery - Pregnant Family Member, Strangulation and Intimidation

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/wells-arrested-for-domestic-battery---pregnant-family-member-strangulation-and-intimidation/article_a811c0dc-cf5b-11ef-84a5-b3cc7c7de794.html

01/10/2025

Sallee arrested on Warrant

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/sallee-arrested-on-warrant/article_fd6d483a-cf5b-11ef-ac09-b3de2135c1a6.html

01/10/2025

📸 Pilot News Group Photo / Jamie Fleury
Marshall County Council 2025:
Councilman Jim Masterson, Council Attorney Marcel Lebbin, Councilwoman Deborah Johnson, Council Vice President Nicole Cox, Council President Tim Harman, Councilman Will Patterson, Councilman Brandon Schadek, and Councilman Steve Gorski

The Marshall County Council reorganized Thursday, January 09, 2025 and approved Tim Harman as President and Nicole Cox as Vice President. The Council updated the day and time of the monthly meeting to the second Monday of every month at 4:30 p.m.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/council-reorganizes-for-2025-updates-meeting-day-and-time/article_47347984-cf5c-11ef-a4cb-336fba2a5947.html

01/09/2025

Marshall County Drug Task Force arrested Vanderaa on warrant of Dealing in Methamphetamine - Level 4 Felony
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On Wednesday January 8, 2025, Officers with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Drug Task Force (MCDTF), assisted by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department, located and arrested 46 year old Nathan Vanderaa of Plymouth, near the intersection of Walnut Street and Madison Street in Plymouth. Vanderaa was the target of an investigation by MCDTF which resulted in the issuance of a warrant for his arrest on a charge of Dealing in Methamphetamine as a Level 4 Felony. He is currently being held on a $250,000 cash bond.
The allegations contained in the probable cause affidavit supporting the issuance of the arrest warrant executed on Wednesday are alleged to have occurred while Vanderaa was free on a $50,000 cash bond he previously posted on a pending charge of Dealing in Methamphetamine filed in June, 2024 in Marshall Superior Court 1. It has been previously reported Vanderaa had a short stint as an Indiana State Police Officer.
Lead Detective (Det.) Sergeant (Sgt.) Jonathan Bryant, commends the cooperative efforts of all law enforcement agencies involved.
Prosecuting Attorney Nelson Chipman added, “I am grateful for the work of the Marshall County Drug Task Force, Det. Sgt. Bryant, and the collaborative efforts of the officers from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department that safely conducted this operation resulting in the arrest.”
Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed. The person charged is presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and is entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/marshall-county-drug-task-force-arrested-vanderaa-on-warrant-of-dealing-in-methamphetamine--/article_d9a87cc2-ceb0-11ef-98ad-2f86644b7435.html

01/09/2025

We at the Pilot News would like to extend our sincere gratitude for all law enforcement officers on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Thank you for all you do!

01/08/2025

Plymouth Park Board holds first meeting of 2025

https://www.thepilotnews.com/multimedia/plymouth-park-board-holds-first-meeting-of-2025/collection_8a6d2d98-cdfb-11ef-8a1a-cf128ab48977.html

Read the full story in the Wednesday-Thursday, January 8-9 edition of the Pilot News.

01/08/2025

Gonzales arrested for Possession of Ma*****na after traffic stop

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/gonzales-arrested-for-possession-of-marijuana-after-traffic-stop/article_7c8aa240-cdde-11ef-8429-f7ec99e64827.html

01/08/2025

Langley lodged for multiple active felony arrest warrants for dealing Methamphetamine

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/langley-lodged-for-multiple-active-felony-arrest-warrants-for-dealing-methamphetamine/article_eacb1f32-cdde-11ef-a0c7-f30ac6491f5d.html

01/08/2025

Azzam arrested for multiple felony warrants

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/azzam-arrested-for-multiple-felony-warrants/article_4cd40bfc-cde0-11ef-8976-5b0a651250f2.html

01/08/2025

Carver arrested after Violation of Protection Order

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/carver-arrested-after-violation-of-protection-order/article_0743461a-cde1-11ef-8b65-d32e1d84a6ad.html

01/08/2025

Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales Starts 2025 Visits to All 92 Counties

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales starts statewide visits to all 92 counties in 2025.

These visits are designed to strengthen community engagement, build valuable partnerships, and highlight office initiatives. Secretary Morales will travel across Indiana to meet with mayors, local officials, business leaders, and Hoosiers in each county.

With a week into the new year, Secretary Morales has already visited several counties with more stops planned throughout the week and month.

This is Secretary Morales’ third official round of visiting all 92 counties.

In 2023, he visited all 92 counties within 6 months.

Last year, he broke his own record and did it within 3 months.

“I’m excited to return to every corner of our great state again to meet with our local leaders and share the important work happening in our office. Visiting all 92 counties allows me to hear directly from Hoosiers we serve, learn about their priorities, and promote the services our office provides. Whether in elections, business services, or consumer protection, we strive to continue to meet the evolving needs of our state. I want our local leaders to know they have a partner in the Secretary of State’s Office,” said Diego Morales, Indiana Secretary of State.

During the statewide visits, Secretary Morales will hold one-on-one meetings with local leaders and stakeholders.

These visits provide an opportunity for Secretary Morales to share new office initiatives and gain input on how the Secretary of State’s Office can continue to be a resource at the local level, to ensure community leaders and Hoosiers have access to the tools and support needed for success.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/indiana-secretary-of-state-diego-morales-starts-2025-visits-to-all-92-counties/article_8e6888da-cde1-11ef-a98f-8b2f7c8b457d.html

01/08/2025

Rodriguez charged with Level 2 Felony Dealing in Co***ne

Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.

https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/rodriguez-charged-with-level-2-felony-dealing-in-cocaine/article_61d41322-cddf-11ef-919d-1b6620c0f875.html