LPD extends golf cart registration deadline
/The Linton Police Department is extending the deadline for golf cart registration until the “Stay Home” order is lifted.
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The Linton Police Department is extending the deadline for golf cart registration until the “Stay Home” order is lifted.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS —The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) announced today that 170 Hoosiers have been diagnosed with COVID-19 through testing at ISDH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and private laboratories. That brings to 645 the total number of Indiana residents known to have the novel coronavirus following corrections to the previous day’s total. Seventeen Hoosiers have died.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today reported 115 new positive cases of COVID-19 have been diagnosed through ISDH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and private laboratories. That brings to 477 the total number of Hoosiers diagnosed following corrections to the previous day’s total. Fourteen Hoosiers have died.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS (March 25, 2020) — In response to recommendations from Governor Eric Holcomb, Secretary of State Connie Lawson, and the leadership of Indiana’s major political parties, the Indiana Election Commission has issued an order making it easier for Hoosiers to vote in the June 2nd Primary Election. Governor Holcomb previously moved the primary from May 5th to June 2nd.
Read MoreThe Indiana Economic Development response team issued guidance late Tuesday night in response to inquiries about the governor’s executive order:
Read MoreThis is a list of links to the original Executive Orders that have so far been issued by Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb concerning COVID-19:
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb delivered a statewide address Moday to order that Hoosiers remain in their homes except when they are at work or for permitted activities, such as taking care of others, obtaining necessary supplies, and for health and safety. This story contains frequently asked questions and their answers as released by the Governor’s Office.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb delivered a statewide address today to order that Hoosiers remain in their homes except when they are at work or for permitted activities, such as taking care of others, obtaining necessary supplies, and for health and safety. The order is in effect from March 25 to April 7.
Read MoreGreene County EMA (Emergency Management Agency) is following the lead of Vigo County EMA and is requesting as Vice President Pence requested, that businesses that have N95 masks or other respiratory protection devices, donate them to hospitals.
Read MoreThe Worthington Police Department has announced a special test of Worthington’s warning siren will be conducted next Tuesday morning, March 24, at 10:30 a.m.
Read MoreGREENE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that State Road 54 in the Ridgeport Community will re-open soon under traffic restrictions.
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Transportation will kick off its 2019 chip and seal operations at the beginning of next week in Greene County. … Depending upon weather conditions, INDOT crews will begin chip and seal operations April 29 in two locations in Greene County. … in Newberry. in Switz City, then between Bloomfield and Worthington, then in the Solsberry area.
Read MoreAfter several high-water rescues in the Greene County area, Chief Deputy George Dallaire of the Greene County Sheriff’s Department is urging drivers to exercise extra caution during these rainy, foggy days and nights.
Read MoreFirefighters, family and friends of the Worthington Fire Territory will host their 9th annual “Keep the Kids Warm” Fish Fry and Silent Auction from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. this Saturday, October 27, at the Worthington Fire Station.
This donation from Season’s Greetings in Bloomfield is one of many great items donated for the Silent Auction in the Worthington Firefighters fundraising event this Saturday. Photo Courtesy of Amanda Hale.
This event includes music and door prizes in addition to great food and good company.
The cost of the meal is a donation with all proceeds going to purchase warm winter gear, including coats, hats, gloves and shoes for children in the White River Valley School District who are in need of these items.
Fire Chief Kyle Steward says everyone is invited and donations both large and small are appreciated.
“It’s that time of year again. Get your money out and bring your appetite,” said Steward. “All the money donated will be used for kids in our local schools.”
Donations for the silent auction have been rolling in and are still being accepted.
Greene County’s Finest will be waiting tables and serving up pizza this evening in a benefit event for the Greene County Sheriff’s Department’s Project Lifesaver, a program to protect and locate vulnerable citizens who have a tendency to wander and get lost.
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 Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026:
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026:
There are no new entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 63 calls and incidents from Friday, July 31 to Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026, including:
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 139 calls and incidents from Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31, 2026, including:
List of all civil and small claims cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Court, July 27-July 31, 2026:
List of all criminal cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Courts, July 27-July 31, 2026:
List of all speeding tickets and other infractions filed in Greene Superior Court July 27-July 31, 2026:
List of all civil and small claims cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Court, July 13-July 24, 2026:
John Robert Gardner, 68, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed from this life, with his wife by his side, on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at St. Augustine, Florida. He was born on December 10, 1957 in Linton, Indiana to Phelix and Mary L. (Culbertson) Gardner. John married his wife, Tammy S. (McNabb) Gardner on December 13, 1978.
Jerry D. Hill, 91 of Jasonville, IN passed away at 7:45 p.m. Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Glenburn Senior Living in Linton, IN.
Carol Jean Kramer, 90, of Linton, went home to be with her loved ones in Heaven at 6:40 a.m. on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Born December 14, 1935, in Rensselaer, Indiana, Carol Jean was the daughter of Victor D. and Beulah I. (Brown) Mutchler.
Judy Ann Sullivan was a beloved Gram, sister, mother, and friend. Born on August 3, 1962, to MaryLou and Samuel Cox.
Edwin "Eddie" L. Edmonson, 70, of Lyons, formerly of Linton, passed away on August 7, 2026. Born June 22, 1956, at Freeman Greene County General Hospital in Linton, Eddie was the son of Carlos and Georgianna (Geatches) Edmonson.
Barbara P. Bowersock, 94, of Linton, passed away peacefully at 7:25 AM on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Ketcham Memorial Center in Odon, joining a family who has brightened her days for generations. Born December 28, 1931, in Linton to Thomas and Hazel (Norris) Yates, she lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service.
Mary E. Clark, 88, of rural Jasonville, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, August 3, 2026, at home, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly. Mary was born at home in Jasonville on July 16, 1938, to Loren E. “Hap” Bowersock and Lillian Maxine (Gabbard) Bowersock, and she lived her life with quiet strength, kindness, and devotion to those around her.
Bill Ray Allen, 83, of Jasonville, IN passed away at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 5, 2026 in his home.
Eddie Dean Long, 88, of Newberry, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026 at Redcrest Hospice House in Bloomington.
Donald "Don" Rhodes, 81, of Linton, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home at on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. He was born in Linton on February 6, 1945, to Norman and Pauline Rhodes.
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