Woman slumped behind the wheel arrested on drug charge
/A 28-year-old Linton woman was arrested on May 18 after an officer found her asleep behind the wheel at a local gas station in possession of synthetic marijuana.
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A 28-year-old Linton woman was arrested on May 18 after an officer found her asleep behind the wheel at a local gas station in possession of synthetic marijuana.
Read MoreGREENE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 157 near Worthington.
Read MoreThe Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Christina Lynn Strunk, a 49 year old white female, 5 feet 4 inches tall, 85 pounds, blonde hair with hazel eyes, last seen wearing a black floral dress, and driving a red 2016 Toyota Camry with Indiana license plate: BLZ500. Christina is missing from Bloomington, Indiana which is 51 miles southwest of Indianapolis and was last seen on Monday, May 22, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. She is believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance. If you have any information on Christina Lynn Strunk, contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at 812-349-2781 or 911.
Read MoreLATEST UPDATE: On Monday, May 22, the California Highway Patrol contacted the Greene County Sheriff’s Department and advised they had located Michelle Sears in Blythe County, California. She was found to be safe and her well-being was checked as secure by CHP. No further details have been released.
Read MoreAttorney General Todd Rokita warns Hoosiers of crafty scammers before heading to the greatest spectacle in racing – the Indy 500. Large sporting events often attract con artists who can trick even the most experienced fans.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is urging people to buckle up ahead of the summer holidays. Starting May 22, state and local law enforcement agencies are teaming together to increase patrols as part of the national “Click it or Ticket” high-visibility enforcement event. The overtime patrols are funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with grants administered by ICJI.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS – In honor of last week’s National Police Week 2023, U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Myers recognized the service and sacrifice of federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the family members, friends, and fellow officers they left behind.
Read MoreOWEN COUNTY, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation announces State Road 157 will temporarily close on or after Monday, May 22 for a pipe installation at County Road 1500 W., near Coal City. It will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 22, weather permitting
Read MoreAn 18-year-old Jasonville man is being held without bond in the Greene County Jail on felony charges of attempted murder, criminal recklessness, and pointing a firearm at another after shots were fired in Jasonville on May 16.
Read MoreOWEN COUNTY, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation announces State Road 157 will temporarily close on or after Monday, May 22 for a pipe installation at County Road 1500 W., near Coal City. It will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 22, weather permitting
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS – Hoosier voters will be receiving postcards in the mail from the Secretary of State’s Election Division. The mailings are part of a statewide voter list maintenance. The goal is to identify outdated, duplicate, and inaccurate voter registrations to improve the accuracy and integrity of Indiana’s voter registration list.
Read MoreA 34-year-old Linton woman was arrested on neglect of a dependent charges after her one-year-old child was found wandering in a parking lot near a neighbor’s home without a diaper, soaked in urine.
Read MoreA 35-year-old Solsberry man found himself behind bars on May 5 on felony domestic battery in the presence of a child less than 16 years of age as well as felony strangulation charges, and battery resulting in bodily injury charges following an incident that occurred while he was allegedly intoxicated.
Read MorePeace Officers Memorial Day is Monday, May 15. The day honors peace officers who have died, or who have been disabled, in the line of duty. In accordance with U.S.C. Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 7(m) of the U.S. Flag Code, the United States flag shall be flown at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Read MoreThe Greene County Election Board will meet Monday, May 15th, at 2:00 PM to certify the 2023 primary election. They will meet in the office of Voter Registration on the 2nd floor of the Courthouse. The public is welcome to attend.
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 Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025:
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025:
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025:
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 118 calls and incidents from Monday, Nov. 17 to Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 including:
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 111 calls and incidents from Monday, Nov. 3 to Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 including:
List of all civil and small claims cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Court, Nov. 3-Nov. 21, 2025:
List of all criminal cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Courts, Nov. 3-Nov. 21, 2025:
List of all criminal cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Courts, Oct. 20-Oct. 31, 2025:
List of all speeding tickets and other infractions filed in Greene Superior Court Oct. 20-Oct. 31, 2025:
Tom J. Miller, 66, of Jasonville, IN passed away at 3:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Iris Diane (Lundy) Ellis, 82, of Jasonville, IN passed away at 1:56 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 2025 in her home.
Jonas Sparks Uland, 69, of Linton, IN passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. He was born to the late Jonas A. and Freida F. (Sparks) Uland on November 2, 1956.
Donna Rowena Miller, beloved daughter of Vernon and Lenore (Axe) Carrell, entered this world on December 28, 1930, and entered her Heavenly home on December 5, 2025 having touched countless lives with her kindness, devotion, and steadfast faith.
Patsy R. (Mowery) Anderson, 89, of Terre Haute, IN passed away at 2:33 p.m. Monday, December 1, 2025 at the Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care in Terre Haute, IN.
Mary Lou Gouckenour, age 96, of Linton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, December 3, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Linton on March 7, 1929, the daughter of William and Eva Leona (Hochstetler) Terrell.
Theresa C. Esguerra, age 73, passed away peacefully at 7:00 AM on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at her home in Linton, with her devoted husband by her side. Born on February 29, 1952, in Panabo, Davao Norte, Philippines, she was a cherished daughter of Francisco and Leonora (Villaluz) Consolacion. From her earliest days, Theresa was known for her gentle spirit, quiet strength, and unwavering dedication to those she loved.
Bruce S. Martindale, 78, of Farmersburg, IN passed away at 9:13 p.m. Friday, November 28, 2025 in Cobblestone Crossings Health Campus surrounded by his loving family.
Joan Bland, 88, of Solsberry passed away Monday November 24, 2025 at Richland-Bean Blossom Health Care Center in Ellettsville, Indiana.
Madge Marie (Nichols) Jordan, 96, of Bloomfield, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at her residence in Bloomfield.
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