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Read MoreA Linton man is facing a felony battery charge after police say he stabbed a woman in the back with a pair of scissors outside a local gas station.
Read MoreA new community fundraiser is hoping to bring renewed holiday spirit to Linton’s Humphreys Park.
Read MoreA 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreWe’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.
Read MoreAs 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.
Read MoreThe Linton Police Department is now accepting applications for a 911 Operator/Dispatcher.
Read MoreA 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.
Read MoreThe Linton Police Department is currently accepting applications for the immediately available position(s) of Full-Time Police Officer.
Read MoreDetective 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.
Read MoreNational 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.
Read MoreState Rep. Bruce Borders (R-Jasonville) was invited to the White House by President Donald J. Trump for the Clean Beautiful Coal event, where he signed an executive order aimed at supporting the coal industry. Members of Congress, representatives of the coal industry, coal miners and their families were among those in attendance. Kayla Blackford of Dugger, who works at Bear Run Mine, spoke at the event. Trump's executive order directs the Department of War to enter into agreements to purchase electricity from coal-fired power plants for military operations.
Read MoreAs of 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 13, the boil order has been lifted for Linton water customers.
Read MoreAs of 8:57 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13, the City of Linton is still under a boil order due to a water main break on Thursday.
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