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INDOT Alert: SR 59 closed in Linton near intersection of SR 54

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INDOT Alert: SR 59 closed in Linton near intersection of SR 54

GREENE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a complete road closure on State Road 59 in Linton.

Beginning today, on Thursday, Aug. 12, INDOT maintenance personnel will close S.R. 59 near the Intersection of S.R. 54 due to a building demolition project being performed by the City of Linton. Work on the demolition is expected to affect all lanes of S.R. 59 and will be completely closed until the demolition is complete and all debris has been cleared from the roadway.

The closure is expected to last for about a week. During the closure, local traffic will have access up to the point of closure, but through traffic should use the official detour following S.R. 67 and S.R. 54.

INDOT urges drivers to slow down and stay alert near crews.

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SR 54 near Sullivan to be closed July 6 until early August

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SR 54 near Sullivan to be closed July 6 until early August

SULLIVAN COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a complete road closure for State Road 54 just east of U.S. 41. Beginning on or around Tuesday July 6, contractors will close S.R. 54 about a half mile east of the junction of U.S. 41 to replace a box culvert at that location. Work will require complete excavation of the structure and cuts across all lanes of traffic. Work is expected to last until the beginning of August, depending upon weather conditions. Local traffic will have access up to the point of closure. All through traffic should use the official detour following U.S. 41, S.R. 48 and S.R. 59.

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State Road 159 will close July 6 through early September north of Coalmont in Clay County

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State Road 159 will close July 6 through early September north of Coalmont in Clay County

CLAY COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a small structure replacement project will close State Road 159 on or after Tuesday, July 6 over an unnamed tributary to the Eel River, located nearly two miles north of Coalmont. The roadway is scheduled to reopen on Monday, September 6. The official detour follows S.R. 48, U.S. 41, S.R. 246 and back.

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VW Committee awards $5.5 million for electric vehicle charging stations in Indiana

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VW Committee awards $5.5 million for electric vehicle charging stations in Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Program Committee (committee) approved $5.535 million in funding to the Indiana Utility Group to install at least 61 DC Fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Indiana at its meeting on May 20, 2021.

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Buckle Up: Click It or Ticket campaign starts now, through June 6

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Buckle Up: Click It or Ticket campaign starts now, through June 6

INDIANAPOLIS — On average, more than 90 percent of motorists can be found wearing their seat belts on any given day. Unfortunately, the small percentage of people who choose not to buckle up make up a disproportionate amount of the fatalities that occur every year on Indiana roads. It’s a concern that more than 200 Indiana police agencies will be working to address this spring by participating in the national Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign. Now until June 6, officers will be out in greater numbers seeking to educate motorists about the importance of wearing a seat belt.

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Drivers and riders encouraged to share the road for Motorcycle Safety Month

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Drivers and riders encouraged to share the road for Motorcycle Safety Month

INDIANAPOLIS — The month of May is known for racing in the Hoosier state, but it is also dedicated to motorcycle safety awareness. With temperatures on the rise and motorcycles out in greater numbers, the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) and Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) want to remind drivers and riders to stay alert and share the road. Over the last year, the number of motorcycle collisions and fatalities increased; Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month is an opportunity to educate drivers and motorcyclists on ways to exercise caution year-round.

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Greene County Recycling to host Tire Amnesty Days May 14-15

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Greene County Recycling to host Tire Amnesty Days May 14-15

Greene County Recycling Centers will host two Tire Amnesty Days this year according to an announcement this week from Greene County Commissioner Edward Michael, who serves as president of the board of the Greene County Solid Waste Management District.

The District will host the annual Tire Amnesty on two days this year at two locations; Friday and Saturday, May 14-15, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Greene County Recycling Center located at 4316 W Base Road outside of Switz City, and at the Greene County Recycling Center located at SE 12th Street and SE “C” Street in Linton.

Tire Amnesty Day, which is funded by a Greene County Health Department grant, allows any Greene County resident to bring in four rimless pickup truck and passenger car tires to the recycling center at no charge. Additional tires for trucks and cars will be accepted at the rate of $2 each.

Michael noted that the county is very fortunate to have the Greene County Health Department-funded program. Old tires often hold water, which creates a breeding ground for mosquitos that carry dangerous diseases.

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Motorists encouraged to check for recalls

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Motorists encouraged to check for recalls

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) and Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) are encouraging motorists to check for vehicle recalls during Vehicle Safety Recalls Week, observed March 8 to 12 this year.

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INDOT unveils "Hoosier Hoops Highway" signs ahead of basketball tournaments

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INDOT unveils "Hoosier Hoops Highway" signs ahead of basketball tournaments

INDIANA - The Indiana Department of Transportation this week began unveiling its "Hoosier Hoops Highway" signs in advance of a busy basketball month in Indiana, with the Big Ten, Horizon League and NCAA tournaments being hosted in the Hoosier State. Games will be played throughout Indiana in basketball arenas in Indianapolis, Evansville, West Lafayette and Bloomington.

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Greene County lifts orange Travel Watch; Greene County now under a yellow Travel Advisory

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Greene County lifts orange Travel Watch; Greene County now under a yellow Travel Advisory

Greene County’s travel status has been lowered from a Watch (Orange) to an Advisory (Yellow) level. Advisory is the lowest level of local travel status. It means that routine travel or activities may be restricted in areas because of a hazardous situation and individuals should use caution or avoid those areas.

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