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The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers crushed Alabama 38-3 today in the Rose Bowl in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.It ...
01/02/2026

The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers crushed Alabama 38-3 today in the Rose Bowl in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.
It was Alabama’s worst defeat ever in a bowl game (previously Bama’s worst loss in the postseason was 38-6 in the 1972 Orange Bowl).
The 14-0 Hoosiers now advance to the CFP semifinals where they will meet Oregon in the Peach Bowl Jan. 9 on ESPN.
In the other CFP semifinals Miami (Fla.) will meet the winner of the Ole Miss-Georgia, which will be played tonight in the Sugar Bowl. The other semifinal will be on at 7:30 pm Jan. 8 on ESPN.

Machlan arrested for Child SolicitationContent ProvidedOn the morning of December 29th at approximately 3 a.m., Plymouth...
12/30/2025

Machlan arrested for Child Solicitation
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On the morning of December 29th at approximately 3 a.m., Plymouth Police were advised that an adult male was going to be meeting up with a juvenile after having sexually drawn conversations over social media. Patrolman Fase led the investigation which identified 57 year old John Machlan of Plymouth as the suspect. Machlan drove at 3:30 a.m. to meet with a juvenile he thought to be 13 years old. As a result of the officers investigation, Machlan was taken into custody for Level 4 - Felony - Child Solicitation and lodged at the Marshall County Jail. A Probable Cause Affidavit was submitted before Marshall Superior Court where the judge signed the Probable Cause Order and assigned a $10,000 bond.
Readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is a mere 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.

12/29/2025

Argos Town Council President Ed Barcus wants the Town of Argos to know that the Council is advocating for help from INDOT regarding the intersection of US31 and SR10. Detailed coverage will print in a future edition of the Pilot News.

Photo ProvidedSamantha Murray, future owner of Fernbaugh’s Jewelers. From Manager to Owner, Samantha Murray will be taki...
12/29/2025

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Samantha Murray, future owner of Fernbaugh’s Jewelers.

From Manager to Owner, Samantha Murray will be taking over Fernbaugh’s Jewelers in January 2026. She started at Fernbaugh’s nearly 20 years ago as a sales clerk. She has distinguished credentials including the Jewelers of America (JA) Certified Senior Sales Professional designation which is the highest level of the sales certification program. Fernbaugh’s is and will remain a member of the Jewelers of America and will continue to adhere to their Code of Professional Standards. Murray has also attended multiple National Shows across the country. She has also achieved Diamond Certification from the Gemology Institute of America.

Murray is excited about her new role and is eager to announce new inventory in January. Murray expressed deep appreciation for Brian and Lori VanDuyne. “I appreciate Brian and Lori for being great mentors and for believing in me. I would not be where I am today without them. I am thankful for everything they have done for my family and I.”

Continue to follow the page @ Fernbaugh’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry. Regular hours will continue as Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The store will close an hour early Tuesday through Friday during the month of January.

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https://www.thepilotnews.com/news/hometown-girl-purchases-jewelry-store/article_30cd7ab7-d852-4b51-bc5a-4f514b76c343.html

12/29/2025

On December 28, 2025, at 8:12 pm, the Marshall County Coroner’s Office was notified of a death in the Emergency Room of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

The deceased was the driver of a 2024 Nissan passenger car that was westbound on State Road 10 and entered the path of a southbound vehicle on US 31.

The Nissan Driver was transported to Plymouth Hospital, where she died at 8:12pm.

Deceased: Carol Ziert, age 80, of Culver, IN.
Ziert died from Multiple Blunt Force Injuries resulting from the crash, according to Marshall County Deputy Coroner John Lampkins.

Additional details regarding the crash and the other driver will be released by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office.

Here's a look back via photos at the LaVille-Jimtown boys basketball game Dec. 13 at the Dale E. Cox Gymnasium.The Jimmi...
12/29/2025

Here's a look back via photos at the LaVille-Jimtown boys basketball game Dec. 13 at the Dale E. Cox Gymnasium.
The Jimmies won the game 52-43.
(Pilot News Photos/Doug Griffiths)

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12/28/2025

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Here's a look back in photos at Culver Academies' 48-33 home win over Culver Community on Dec. 12.(Pilot News/Doug Griff...
12/27/2025

Here's a look back in photos at Culver Academies' 48-33 home win over Culver Community on Dec. 12.
(Pilot News/Doug Griffiths)

Here's a look back in photos at Glenn High School's girls basketball team's home victory over Jimtown (44-10) Dec. 11.(P...
12/27/2025

Here's a look back in photos at Glenn High School's girls basketball team's home victory over Jimtown (44-10) Dec. 11.
(Pilot News Photo/Doug Griffiths)

There's a full slate of bowl games today.Which one(s) are you looking forward to watching?Here is today's schedule.
12/27/2025

There's a full slate of bowl games today.
Which one(s) are you looking forward to watching?
Here is today's schedule.

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The Pilot News is the flagship daily newspaper for The Pilot News Group and is the community news source for Marshall County, Indiana and its county seat, Plymouth, Indiana. The Pilot News Group publications trace their heritage in community journalism to 1851. The Pilot News Group is comprised of the Pilot News, the daily newspaper for Marshall County; plus the following weekly newspapers: The Leader, Starke County; the Heartland News serving Nappanee, Wakarusa, Bremen, and Bourbon areas; and The Culver Citizen. The Shopper, a free circulation publication, is delivered weekly to households in Marshall and Starke counties, and fringe areas. The Pilot News is a member of the Hoosier State Press Association, Inland Press Association, National Newspaper Association and The Associated Press.

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