The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 59 in Greene County. Beginning on or around Wednesday, May 20, crews will close State Road 59 in Linton. This closure will occur at the railroad crossing on S.R. 59. This lane closure will allow for an emergency railroad crossing replacement project. This work is expected to take a week to complete, depending on the weather. The official detour for this project is State Road 67 to State Road 54. Local traffic will have access up to the point of closure. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, avoid distractions, and use extra caution while traveling in and around work zones.

The Greene County Traffic Safety Partnership is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to urge Hoosiers to buckle up as part of the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign, a high-visibility enforcement effort focused on increasing seatbelt use.

Spring property tax payments in Greene County are due May 11, according to Treasurer Samantha Mahan.

Bargain hunters and treasure seekers will have plenty to explore as Jasonville hosts its annual citywide yard sales on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9.

Bloomfield High School student Chase Wiles has been awarded a scholarship from the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association, according to a news release from the Greene County Sheriff’s Department.

Voters across Greene County made their voices heard Tuesday, deciding a handful of contested races while many others were settled without opposition in the May primary election.

Voters in Greene County have one final opportunity to cast their ballots early this weekend ahead of the 2026 primary election.

The Greene County General Hospital Foundation is inviting the community to recognize local healthcare workers through its “Support Your GCGH Hero” campaign ahead of National Hospital Appreciation Week.

A Linton man was arrested early April 20 after police say he showed signs of intoxication following a motorcycle incident.

A Bloomington woman was arrested earlier this month after police say she was driving erratically and showed signs of intoxication during a traffic stop in Lyons.

The Greene County Sheriff’s Department is now accepting applications for a part-time kitchen position, offering competitive pay and benefits.

Jasonville residents will experience a planned water outage on Tuesday, April 28, as crews repair a water leak located beneath State Road 48.

Early voting will be available Saturday, April 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the following locations: Greene County Courthouse – Voter Registration Office, 1 E. Main Street, Room 225 (Second Floor), Bloomfield, IN 47424 and Center Township Fire Department, 11216 E. State Road 54, Bloomfield, IN 47424. For questions, please contact the Voter Registration Office at 812-384-2015.

A Bloomfield man was arrested after conservation officers say he was intoxicated and in possession of marijuana during a traffic stop at a local recreation area.

Eastern Heights will begin hydrant flushing in Bloomfield and Worthington on April 20. Customers may experience lower than normal water pressure and discolored water during this time. Flushing in the rural areas will be done in the following weeks. Flushing is done every 6 months to remove sediment that builds up over time. It is also when hydrants are checked for proper operation and future maintenance and repairs are planned.

A mobile food pantry and free health screening event aimed at supporting the well-being of local residents is scheduled for Monday, April 20 at Linton Humphreys Park.

A Linton woman was arrested April 12 after police say she was intoxicated, refused to leave a hospital and called 911 without an emergency.