A 28-year-old Switz City man was arrested early Feb. 19 after deputies found him unconscious behind the wheel of a running vehicle at an intersection, according to court documents.

The Greene County Sheriff's Department is warning residents about scam calls that appear to be coming from the department’s phone number regarding bond payments.

We’re celebrating Greene County’s past. Each Thursday, we’ll share a throwback photo highlighting the moments, places, and people that have shaped our community through the years. Today’s throwback photo is of Linton’s former City Hall building.

As severe weather is expected to impact the area today, Greene County residents are encouraged to sign up for the county’s new Reverse 911 emergency alert system, which provides timely notifications during critical situations. The system will alert registered users when the National Weather Service issues tornado warnings for Greene County, as well as during hazardous material incidents, school emergencies, and other public safety events. Residents who wish to receive these notifications are encouraged to register online at: https://greenecounty.genasys.com/portal/en/register Signing up helps ensure you receive timely information during emergencies and enhances overall community safety.

A Bloomfield man was arrested Feb. 16 following a probation search that led to the discovery of a large quantity of methamphetamine, firearms, and drug-related items at multiple locations, according to court documents.

Detective Logan Hobbs has resigned from the Linton Police Department, effective Feb. 9, 2026, following a negotiated plea agreement related to an operating while intoxicated arrest late last year.

National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, observed annually on Feb. 15, recognizes the dedicated law enforcement officers who serve in schools and work every day to keep students, staff, and communities safe.

We’re celebrating Greene County’s past. Each Thursday, we’ll share a throwback photo highlighting the moments, places, and people that have shaped our community through the years. This week’s featured photo connects local history to the classroom. A few years ago, a fourth-grade teacher at Linton-Stockton School Corporation shared a math question with her students that came with a unique local connection — a yo-yo constructed by students at Shakamak High School.

As of 5:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, Linton Municipal Utility customers are under a boil order until further notice following a water main break.

A 33-year-old Bloomington woman was arrested late Sunday night after deputies with the Greene County Sheriff’s Office reportedly found her slumped over in a running vehicle and later discovered cocaine and drug paraphernalia during an investigation.