Culver’s Comprehensive Plan Meeting Didn’t Draw the Crowd Expected
Last night’s vision meeting regarding Culver’s comprehensive plan project didn’t have the turnout that Town Manager David Schoeff was expecting, but he said it was still a fun and productive meeting. Schoeff explained that about 25 people showed up to discuss the comprehensive plan to allow officials to get an idea of where the residents of the town see their community developing towards the future. Residents identified places in and around town that can be developed and gave their insight on what residential areas, commercial areas, or infrastructure aspects could be improved.
Culver School Board Chooses Not to Renew Teacher’s Contract
Culver to Host Vision Meeting for Comprehensive Plan Tonight
Center for Culver History Hosting Kurt Vonnegut Exhibit
Movie to be Filmed in Culver This Summer
According to an article by Jeff Kenney with the Culver Citizen, the movie plot involves children by the name of Savage who befriend two outsiders. They go on a mission to find hidden treasure somewhere in the town of Culver. Their quest is interrupted by bullies who are looking for the same treasure. Who will be the winner in this adventure?
Culver Schools to Participate in Summer Food Service Program
Marjorie Darosci
Funeral arrangements are pending at Odom Funeral Home in Culver for Marjorie Darosci, 88, of Fort Wayne.
Culver Elementary School to Begin HVAC Project June 1
The Culver Community School Corporation is preparing for summer break which kicks off on May 30 but the corporation still has some work to do over the summer while the students enjoy their time away from school. Superintendent Brad Schuldt said the school board approved three resolutions at their meeting Monday night, beginning the process of selling bonds to finance a project at Culver Elementary School.
Schuldt said the corporation is looking to improve every single classroom in the building by providing better temperature control and indoor air quality through the heating, air conditioning, and ventilation system. Schuldt said the project is expected to start as soon as the school year comes to a close, with the work to be wrapped up before the beginning of the next school year.
Culver School Board Approves Cut of Five Teachers
Schuldt said the resolution merely confirms that the corporation will perform a reduction in force by five teachers, but no specifics have been decided – that is, the board has not made a decision as to who will be cut nor what buildings will be affected. He said the board will know by their meeting in mid-June which teachers’ contracts will be canceled by the board.
Man Fishing at Bass Lake Cited
Culver High School BPA Students Preparing for Nationals
The Culver Community High School Business Professionals of America members are gearing up to attend the BPA National Leadership Conference in Orland, Fla., May 8 – 12. Two students will be attending the conference, having advanced to Nationals from the State Leadership Conference in Indianapolis.
Justin Croy earned second place in Computer Modeling at State while Janele VanDePutte placed fourth at State to advance to the National competition at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort.
Culver Kindergarten Roundup Scheduled This Evening
Marshall County Authorities Investigate Culver Suicide
The Marshall County Coroner’s Office and Police Department are investigating an apparent Tuesday afternoon suicide in a Culver cemetery. Deputy Coroner Bridgett Hite says Margurite C. Quimby, 56, of Claypool, telephoned the 911 dispatch center, told them she was going to take her own life, and hung up. Dispatchers tried unsuccessfully to call her back and sent officers to Poplar Grove Church just east of Culver on State Road 10. Officers found Quimby’s body in the cemetery behind the church. Quimby left a note in her car with information as to who to contact, according to Hite, who says foul play is not suspected. Quimby’s family has been notified.
Auditions Set for Saturday for Maxinkuckee Players Summer Production
Do you think you have what it takes to wear a coat of many colors?
Auditions for the Maxinkuckee Players Production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat are tomorrow (Saturday) at the Culver High School Auditorium from 8:00-11:00 a.m., 12:00-3:00 p.m. and 4:00-7:00 p.m. CT.
When you audition, you will be asked to sing a song of your choice and you will read from the script.
Spring Turkey Hunting Season Opens April 24
The Turkey Tracks event begins next week, which Indiana Conservation Officer Keith Wildeman says is two days after the start of the spring turkey hunting season.
“The regular season will start Wednesday, April 24 and run two-and-a-half weeks to May 12,” said Wildeman. “The bag limit for the spring season is one bearded or male turkey. Hens can sometimes have beards too which makes them legal.”
Culver Schedules Kindergarten Roundup
Parents of prospective kindergarten students are invited to the Culver Community School Corporation kindergarten round-up event next week.
It’s scheduled Tuesday, April 25 at 6 p.m. ET in the Culver Elementary School cafeteria. Youngsters must turn 5 on or before Aug. 1, 2013 in order to be eligible to start school in the fall. Children do not need to attend this meeting with their parents, as this is merely an informational session. School officials do stress that the early registration is essential in the planning for next year’s kindergarten program.
Marshall County Commissioners Approve GIS Data Request
Culver Town Manager, David Schoeff, went before the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning to request the use of GIS data in the Town of Culver’s compilation of a comprehensive plan.
Houseal-Lavigne of Chicago is working with the town to develop the plan and the data needed includes parcel information. GIS data for the parcels inside town limits and the two-mile jurisdiction are requested along with some county data.
Deep Study at Lake Maxinkuckee Postponed
A deep study to determine the amount of nutrients, algae and other elements in Lake Maxinkuckee in Culver, and its history, has been postponed to May 13-15.
The U.S. Geological Survey out of Kansas will conduct the study which the Lake Maxinkuckee Environmental Council (LMEC) predicts will make officials better understand how much change the lake has undergone since its last deep study done in 1984. One issue the scientists will be looking at is the amount of phosphorous in the lake.
Town of Culver to Host Workshop on Developing Comprehensive Plan
