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/A new community event aimed at bringing residents together and supporting future local activities is set for early June at Humphrey’s Park.
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A new community event aimed at bringing residents together and supporting future local activities is set for early June at Humphrey’s Park.
Read MoreIndividuals interested in running for local school board seats may begin filing for candidacy starting Tuesday, May 19.
Read MoreResidents will have access to food assistance, free health screenings and community resources during an upcoming outreach event at Humphreys Park.
Read MoreA community-driven effort to honor three lives lost will culminate in a public dedication ceremony Sunday, May 17, at Linton-Stockton schools.
Read MoreBob Walters Linton Motors has announced Pregnancy Choices as its May partner for the dealership’s ongoing “Cars for a Cause” initiative.
Read MoreA 26-year-old Shelburn man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he exposed himself to two juveniles at a Jasonville bus stop on May 12.
Read MoreGreene County General Hospital (GCGH) has issued a second breach notice to Anthem after months of working to understand why certain claims were not being paid correctly.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreSpring property tax payments in Greene County are due May 11, according to Treasurer Samantha Mahan.
Read MoreBargain 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.
Read MoreBloomfield 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.
Read MoreVoters 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.
Read MoreVoters in Greene County have one final opportunity to cast their ballots early this weekend ahead of the 2026 primary election.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreGreeneStreets covers crime news, court news, jail logs, obituaries and sometimes other news from Greene County, Indiana.
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Friday, May 15, 2026:
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Thursday, May 14, 2026:
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Wednesday, May 13, 2026:
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 107 calls and incidents from Monday, April 13, 2026, and Friday, April 17, 2026, including:
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 61 calls and incidents from Friday, March 27, 2026, and Sunday, March 29, 2026, including:
List of all speeding tickets and other infractions filed in Greene Superior Court April 20-April 24, 2026:
List of all civil and small claims cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Court, April 20-April 24, 2026:
List of all criminal cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Courts, April 20-April 24, 2026:
List of all speeding tickets and other infractions filed in Greene Superior Court April 13-April 17, 2026:
Jeffrey William “Jeff” Ritter, 63, passed away in his home in Martinsville. He was born Friday, November 16, 1962 to the late William Raymond and Wilma “Billie Pat” (Dilley) Ritter in Bloomfield, Indiana.
Sharon Gayle (Wuellner) Baker of Ft. Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully, at her home on May 6, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Sharon was born on November 17, 1936 in Milan, Indiana, to Ralph Henry Wuellner and Dorothy Mae (Beagle) Wuellner. Sharon graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1955, and soon after married the absolute love of her life, Francis Dale Baker. Fran and Sharon shared 69 years together, raising three daughters Charlotte Maas, Sherry (Todd) Vandeventer and Teresa (Dan) Willis.
James "Jim" Meier, age 87, of Worthington, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Autumn Trace Assisted Living in Linton. He was born in Vincennes, IN on September 17, 1938, the son of Sheldon & Jennie (Yates) Meier.
Jonathan E. Terrell, 42, of Sullivan, IN passed away at 4:38 A.M. Thursday, May 7, 2026 in his home.
Charles (Chuck) Harrison Hoard passed away at Serenity Spring Senior living Center in Jasonville on Monday, May 4, 2026. He was born in Linton on March 6, 1949 to Thomas Archie and Florene (Long) Hoard.
Judy Kay Chalfont (Singleton) of Fairfax, Virginia, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, April 20, 2026, while surrounded by the love of her family. She was born to William Singleton and Esther Maxine Stevenson Singleton of Linton, Indiana on October 15, 1941.
Marilyn Leliece Rentschler was born to Bridwell and Audrey (Payne) Moyer March 08,1929 and resided in Bloomfield until moving to Linton. She passed away Monday, April 27, 2026 at Glenburn Home in Linton at the age of 97. Marilyn married Billy (Bill) Rentschler who preceded her in death in 2003.
Chester A. "Chet" McCammon, 91, of Linton, passed away peacefully at 3:30 a.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Greene County General Hospital in Linton. Born in Paxton on October 9, 1934, he was the son of Elbert and Mabelle (Wilbur) McCammon.
Mary E. Kirk, age 68, of Worthington, passed away peacefully at 6:50 pm on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at McCormick's Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born in Lapeer, MI on November 23, 1957, the daughter of Carroll "Buck" & Catherine (Powell) Cullison.
Marcia “Lynne” (Edwards) Rotman of Jasonville, Indiana passed away at 1:01 PM EST Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Autumn Trace Assisted Living in Linton, Indiana. She was born December 4, 1940 in Crawfordsville Indiana to Ernest Edwards and Nina (Stephens) Edwards, who preceded her in death.
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