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A 33-year-old Linton man was arrested on March 26 after allegedly striking his ex-girlfriend in a Linton restaurant/bar. After failing to comply with police officers, an additional charge was added.
Read MoreThe Putnamville State Police Post and the National Insurance Crime Bureau want to ensure that the Sullivan County residents who were impacted by the tornado, receive legitimate information concerning contractors for cleanup and repair.
Read MoreEdward L. Michael, as president of the board of the Greene County Solid Waste Management District, has announced that the District will host the annual Tire Amnesty on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Read More“A weather forecast has just been received by Greene County EMA that predicts there could be storms and tornados like this past Friday and Greene County is in the path.” Said Roger Axe, Director, of Greene County Emergency Management Agency.
Read MoreA near head-on collision after a vehicle left the roadway before crossing the center line on March 31 on North State Road 54 resulted in the arrest of a Springville man on various alcohol-related charges.
Read MorePresident Nathan Abrams of the Greene County Commissioners signed a declaration of a disaster emergency earlier this morning in response to damage from tornadic activity, wind and flooding that occurred last Friday.
Read MoreA criminal case was filed against a Worthington man who had been trespassed from another man’s property in the same neighborhood after he walked onto the property to pick up a dog toy.
Read MoreWhen a Jasonville driver, whose license was suspended, was pulled over for a non-working headlight late last night, she consented to a search of her vehicle and was taken into custody after officers reportedly found methamphetamine.
Read MoreAfter a Worthington man was released from jail last Sunday, he allegedly started drinking and became unruly. Police were called and after he wouldn't stop yelling and charged at a deputy with a clenched fist, he was back behind bars before the day was over.
Read MoreA woman from outside Greene County who was shopping in a local store is now facing a felony charge for theft. She allegedly walked out of the store without paying for baby formula.
Read MoreA pedestrian walking on State Road 59 North in the Jasonville area sustained serious injuries when he was hit by a vehicle before 8:00 AM this morning. Both lanes of the highway were shut down during the investigation.
Read MoreA Worthington man arrested last Saturday is accused of the crime of strangulation and battery upon a woman when a juvenile was present. When the woman sought medical treatment for her injuries, it took nine stitches to close a wound to her lip.
Read MoreOWEN COUNTY, Ind.— Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving Inc. plans to begin work next week on a $5.3 million asphalt resurface contract in Owen County.
Read MoreSpring Break dates vary from one school to the other but it’s this week for us. GreeneStreets will be working short-handed this week, in more ways than one, since our star freelancer will be off to be with family for the week. And Anna’s still working one-handed and looking forward to an appointment with a different hand specialist in April. Safe journeys to all who are traveling.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of the victims of the horrific tragedy in Nashville, TN. Flags statewide should be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Friday, March 31, 2023.
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