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Jasonville Utilities to begin systemwide fire hydrant flushing Monday

Jasonville Utilities to begin systemwide fire hydrant flushing Monday

The Jasonville Utilities Department will begin flushing fire hydrants throughout the city on Monday, Aug. 3, as part of routine maintenance to improve water quality and ensure the hydrant system remains in proper working order. The flushing program will continue over the next several weeks.

During the maintenance period, residents may notice temporary water discoloration, a slight decrease in water pressure, or cloudy water. Utility officials said these conditions are normal and temporary, and the water will remain safe for use.

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Internet outage limits payments to cash only at Shakamak State Park

Internet outage limits payments to cash only at Shakamak State Park

Visitors to Shakamak State Park should plan to bring cash after an internet outage temporarily disabled the park's ability to process credit and debit card transactions. Park officials said internet service is currently unavailable throughout the park because a fiber optic line was cut outside the park. As a result, all park facilities are currently accepting cash payments only until service is restored.

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Lane closures planned for I-69 in Greene County

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for I-69 in Greene County. Beginning on or around Friday, July 31, crews will begin lane closures on I-69 near Bloomfield. These lane closures will occur in both directions of travel between U.S. 231 and State Road 45 over Black Ankle Creek.

Lane closures will allow for bridge deck overlay work, new approaches, and other repairs to be done. One lane of travel in both directions will remain open through the work zone. This work is expected to last through the end of November, depending on the weather. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

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Road closure planned for State Road 54 in Sullivan and Greene Counties

Road closure planned for State Road 54 in Sullivan and Greene Counties

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 54 in Sullivan and Greene County. Beginning on or around Monday, August 3, crews will begin a road closure on State Road 54 between Sullivan and Dugger. This closure will occur between U.S. 41 and State Road 59.

This road closure will allow for a chip and seal road maintenance project. Work is expected to take two weeks to complete. Local traffic will retain access during this project. Local traffic will be controlled by a flagger. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

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