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It's been over a year since an investigation began into the misuse of funds belonging to the Linton F.O.P. Lodge, followed by the arrest of a former Linton Police Officer accused of the theft of over $20,000. The case is getting closer to a conclusion since the officer changed her plea to guilty of theft as a misdemeanor and a judgement of conviction was entered into the court record earlier this week.
Read MoreAn 18 year old man who had just been given a place to stay was arrested yesterday after he punched his host in the face at a residence in Linton.
Read MoreSheriff Michael L. Hasler today announced that Greene County citizens who would like to join him in the fight against crime are invited to become members of the Indiana Sheriffs' Association. Many local citizens and some businesses have already joined the Association in support of their efforts.
Read MoreOne man was arrested by BPD following a domestic disturbance that got physical and damaged property in a parking lot in downtown Bloomfield last Friday. A witness called 911 and was able to describe the altercation in detail.
Read MoreA Red Flag Warning has been issued for Central Indiana for Friday afternoon. Gusty winds up to 30 to 40 mph in addition to dry fuels and very low relative humidity values will lead to critical fire weather conditions. Avoid any outdoor burning or outdoor activities that may cause sparks.
Read MoreA driver who allegedly crossed the center line then was speeding and passed an off-duty deputy in a no-passing zone over the weekend was arrested and booked into the Greene County Jail.
Read MoreA combination of occasional wind gusts to 40 mph and abnormally dry air will create conditions favorable for fires to quickly get out of control. Be responsible with any flammable items and be prepared for isolated power outages during periods of stronger winds.
Read MoreSTATEHOUSE (Oct. 12, 2022) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomfield) said several schools in Greene County recently received more than $221,000 through the state's Secured Schools Safety Grant Program.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS (October 12, 2022) – Indiana Secretary of State Holli Sullivan reminds Hoosiers that today, Wednesday, October 12 is the first day of in-person early voting in Indiana for the 2022 General Election.
Read MoreHalloween, pumpkin spice, football...Fall is upon us. But costume parties and football rivalries are not the only things for which we need to prepare. Falling leaves and colder temperatures are making their appearance as well. With these changes come driving hazards more unique to autumn than other times of the year.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS (October 11, 2022) – Indiana Secretary of State Holli Sullivan reminds Hoosiers that today, Tuesday, October 11 is the final day to register to vote in Indiana’s 2022 general election.
Read MoreGREENE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 54 in Linton. Beginning on or around Wednesday, October 12, contractors will close State Road 54 in Linton near Parkview Motors. This closure will allow crews to perform a box culvert replacement. The closure will last 24 hours a day. The project is expected to take a week to complete, depending on the weather. The official detour during the closure is State Road 59 to State Road 48 to State Road 157 to State Road 67. Local traffic will have access up to the point of closure.
Read MoreGreensburg - On October 5, 2022, Indiana State Police Detectives arrested a Decatur County, Indiana man on charges after he intentionally caused damage to a Decatur County Judge’s vehicle.
Read MoreA 16-year-old male driver lost his life in an early morning crash involving one vehicle on State Road 45, south of I-69. There were no other passengers in the vehicle. The crash is currently under investigation and the name of the driver has not been released.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS - Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags in the State of Indiana to be flown at halt-staff in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. The flag should be flown at half-staff on Sunday, October 9, 2022 from sunrise to sunset. Per the President's order, Gov. Holcomb asks businesses and residents in Indiana to lower their flags to half-staff Sunday.
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