The precautionary boil water advisory issued for Jasonville residents has been lifted.

The advisory was put into effect after a water line was struck and damaged Monday, Oct. 26. The line was repaired and water service was restored, but residents were temporarily advised to boil water used for drinking and cooking.

According to the Jasonville Water Department, boiling water is no longer necessary, and residents may resume normal water use.

Residents with questions may contact the water department at 812-665-3285.

A 41-year-old Martinsville woman faces two felony drug charges and a misdemeanor charge after Indiana State Police investigating a wanted man discovered suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop Monday.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 57 in Greene County.

Beginning on or around Monday, November 2, crews will close S.R. 57 near Newberry. This closure will occur over the White River. The road closure was originally postponed to allow for local farm harvest traffic to complete for the season.

The closure on S.R. 57 will allow a bridge deck overlay project. Work is expected to last through the end of November, depending on the weather.

The official detour for this project is State Road 58 to State Road 67 to State Road 54. Local traffic will have access up to the point of closure. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

Greene County voters will have 10 locations to choose from when casting their ballots in the general election Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Greene County is a vote center county, meaning registered voters may cast their ballots at any of the 10 designated voting locations throughout the county, regardless of their home precinct.

Water service has been restored in Jasonville after a water line was struck and damaged Monday, Oct. 26, but residents remain under a boil water advisory until further notice.

According to the Jasonville Water Department, the damaged water line has been repaired and service has been restored.

However, in consultation with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, city officials have issued a precautionary boil water advisory because of a drinking water problem within the service area.

Residents are advised to bring all water used for drinking and cooking to a complete boil for three to five minutes before use.

The advisory will remain in effect until the water department announces that boiling water is no longer necessary.

The Jasonville Water Department said updates will be provided as necessary.

Residents with questions about the boil water advisory may contact the water department at 812-665-3285.

A 31-year-old Bloomington man was arrested Sunday, Oct. 25, after a Linton police officer responding to a welfare check allegedly found him urinating in public near Miner Mini Golf at Linton’s Humphreys Park.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 59 in Greene County.

Beginning on or around Thursday, October 29, crews will close State Road 59 near Linton. This closure will occur between County Road 500 South and County Road 450 South.

This road closure will allow for a small structure replacement project. Work is expected to take a month to complete, depending on the weather.

The official detour for this project is State Road 67 to State Road 54. Local traffic will have access up to the point of closure. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

Attention, Jasonville customers: Mainstream Fiber has struck and damaged a water line. Water service must be shut off while crews complete the necessary repairs.

At this time, officials do not have additional information about the extent of the damage or how long repairs may take.

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

A Worthington woman faces felony charges after allegedly taking her daughter’s vehicle without permission and leading police on a pursuit through town.

The Greene County Health Department is offering free flu shots at several locations throughout the county, with additional vaccination opportunities scheduled through Friday, Oct. 30.

Residents can receive free influenza vaccinations at the Greene County Health Department in Bloomfield, as well as at upcoming clinics in Lyons and Worthington.

The Linton Fire Department responded to 91 calls for service during September, while also participating in training exercises and community educational activities.

According to the department's monthly report, firefighters responded to 23 fire-related calls and 68 emergency medical services calls during the month.