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Greene County families are invited to Humphreys Park Tuesday evening for National Night Out, an annual event bringing together residents, law enforcement and community organizations for an evening of activities and fellowship.
Greene County National Night Out will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Humphreys Park in Linton. The event is hosted by the Greene County Alliance and Linton Police Department as part of a nationwide initiative designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Greene County residents will have an opportunity later this month to learn more about Prometheus Energetics and its plans for a solid rocket motor and energetics manufacturing campus in the county, which is set to open in 2027. Prometheus Energetics will host a Community Open House at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, at Heshey Hall at the Greene County Community Event Center, 4503 W. State Road 54 in Bloomfield.
Several members of the Prometheus team, including company leadership and those involved in planning the Greene County campus, are expected to attend.
A Terre Haute man faces multiple charges after investigators alleged he participated in the theft of more than $1,100 in merchandise from the Linton Walmart and later lied to officers during the investigation.
The Jasonville Utilities Department will begin flushing fire hydrants throughout the city on Monday, Aug. 3, as part of routine maintenance to improve water quality and ensure the hydrant system remains in proper working order. The flushing program will continue over the next several weeks.
During the maintenance period, residents may notice temporary water discoloration, a slight decrease in water pressure, or cloudy water. Utility officials said these conditions are normal and temporary, and the water will remain safe for use.
Visitors to Shakamak State Park should plan to bring cash after an internet outage temporarily disabled the park's ability to process credit and debit card transactions. Park officials said internet service is currently unavailable throughout the park because a fiber optic line was cut outside the park. As a result, all park facilities are currently accepting cash payments only until service is restored.
Flock camera technology played a key role in a Greene County investigation that led to the conviction of a California man on nine felony charges involving a 12-year-old eastern Greene County girl, according to the Greene County Sheriff's Office.
Two people were arrested Wednesday following a domestic disturbance at a Bloomfield apartment complex that investigators say escalated from a fight between the pair into separate confrontations involving a knife, a handgun and an alleged violation of a court-issued no-contact order.
An 18-year-old Linton man was arrested July 30 after police allege he sprayed weed killer across the Linton-Stockton High School football field, causing more than $750 in damage.
Families in the Metropolitan School District of Shakamak School Corporation are invited to kick off the new school year at a free Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 1. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pizza Villa and Main Street Salon in Jasonville.
A 60-year-old Linton woman was critically injured Thursday after the SUV she was driving left the roadway and overturned on State Road 45, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for I-69 in Greene County. Beginning on or around Friday, July 31, crews will begin lane closures on I-69 near Bloomfield. These lane closures will occur in both directions of travel between U.S. 231 and State Road 45 over Black Ankle Creek.
Lane closures will allow for bridge deck overlay work, new approaches, and other repairs to be done. One lane of travel in both directions will remain open through the work zone. This work is expected to last through the end of November, depending on the weather. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.
The Greene County Sheriff's Department is now using the new Flock Transparency Portal, a tool designed to give the public greater insight into how the department's license plate reader technology is used to enhance public safety and assist in criminal investigations.
Two people were arrested July 29 following a domestic disturbance investigation by the Bloomfield Police Department, with additional charges possible as the investigation continues.
Two people were arrested Monday, July 27, in connection with vandalism discovered at the Linton-Stockton High School football field.
A Vincennes man was arrested Friday night after a motorist reported a vehicle swerving across the center line, leading officers to investigate an alleged impaired driver.
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 54 in Sullivan and Greene County. Beginning on or around Monday, August 3, crews will begin a road closure on State Road 54 between Sullivan and Dugger. This closure will occur between U.S. 41 and State Road 59.
This road closure will allow for a chip and seal road maintenance project. Work is expected to take two weeks to complete. Local traffic will retain access during this project. Local traffic will be controlled by a flagger. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.
A Terre Haute woman was arrested Thursday on charges alleging she participated in the theft of more than $1,100 in merchandise from the Linton Walmart and later provided false information to police.
A 63-year-old Worthington woman is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after police allege she battered a male individual, prevented him from leaving their home and later drove while intoxicated.