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Rx drug abuse, trafficking, public corruption, youth smoking was focus of 2014 prevention efforts by Indiana Attorney General
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Curbing prescription drug abuse, deterring human trafficking, seeking to prevent public corruption and encouraging youth to avoid smoking were four initiatives that Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller's office undertook in 2014. Drawing upon its experience as the state's consumer protection agency that investigates medical licensing violations and as state government's lawyer, the Attorney General's Office worked within its regular budget and staff to focus attention on initiatives Zoeller identified as priorities.. ...
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Terre Haute hospitals restrict visitors as more flu cases being seen in Wabash Valley area
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
Terre Haute hospitals and the UAP clinic are reporting increased cases of influenza for December at a time when the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say flu in the United States has reached an epidemic level. So far in December, about 90 people have tested positive for influenza, numbers that include the hospitals in Terre Haute and Clinton as well as hospital-related clinics, said Joe McKanna, hospital infection control system manager...
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Greene County Sheriff's Department Activity Log
(Police Reports ~ 01/02/15)
The Greene County Sheriff's Department responded to 72 calls and incidents December 29-January 1, including two abandoned vehicles, nine property damage accidents, one accident involving personal injury, five alarms, three complaints about animals, three assists to other agencies, two assists to the public, three burglaries, three domestic disputes, one assist to EMS, one extra patrol, six reckless drivers, one road hazard, seven reports of suspicious activity, one reported threat, two title checks, 14 traffic stops, three inmate transports, two complaints about trash, and three welfare checks.. ...
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Greene County Sheriff's Department Jail Log
(Police Reports ~ 01/02/15)
December 31 -- Harold J. Bonebrake, III, 53, Sullivan, was arrested on a warrant issued on a preliminary charge of intimidation. His bond was set at $4,000 surety with ten percent allowed. He was released later the same day after posting $400 cash...
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New Indiana Law: Registration required for scooter riders
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
A new law will require people to register their scooters or mopeds but won't necessarily make roads safer, police say. Previously, anyone 15 years or older could drive a scooter without a valid driver's license or any type of road training. That changed on Thursday, January 1. Drivers who don't have a license, such as teens or adults who have had theirs suspended or revoked, will need to take a short written test to earn an endorsement allowing them to drive a scooter...
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Don't fall for jury duty scam
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
Indianapolis - An old telephone scam is making a resurgence in Indiana communities: the jury duty scam. Here's how it works: You get a call from someone claiming to be with court staff or law enforcement. They inform you that you failed to report for jury service and will be arrested unless you pay a fine immediately. ...
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New look to calendars to benefit Solsberry Hometown Fair
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
SOLSBERRY -- There's a new look to the Solsberry Hometown Fair Calendars for 2015. According to Solsberry Hometown Fair committee member Michael Hatfield, the group decided to go for a more outdoor look for the fundraiser. This year's calendars feature various scenes from around the Solsberry area and marked the first time there are no photos from previous fairs...
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Alfreda M. Kolozsvary
(Obituary ~ 01/02/15)
Alfreda M. Kolozsvary, of Linton, Indiana, passed away at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, January 1, 2015 at her residence. She was born in Germany, March 12, 1947, the daughter of Jania Lewandowski. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include one son, Dan Kolozsvary of Hammond, Ind., and a daughter, Elizabeth Kolozsvary of Linton, Ind., two grandchildren, Michael and Nicholas...
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BREAKING NEWS: UPDATED: Bloomfield Police, GCSD seek information on missing girl
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
BLOOMFIELD -- A search is underway for a missing Greene County teen by the Bloomfield Police Department, which is continuing the investigation into the disappearance, the Greene County Sheriff's Department and Greene County Crimestoppers. According to Bloomfield Town Marshall Ken Tharp, 18 year old Marina Boelter was reported missing on January 1...
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One case dismissed, another one filed, against Worthington woman accused of drunk driving incident
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
One case was dismissed on Christmas Eve, but a new case was filed this week, against a Worthington woman accused of driving through a yard, crashing into a parked car with children inside, then leaving the scene, all while driving drunk in late October...
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Show your support of local law enforcement officers
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
The Greene County Daily World will recognize local law enforcement in next Friday's issue of the paper in conjunction with National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day -- Friday, January 9, and welcomes letters and notes from our readers in support of local law enforcement agencies and officers...
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Pauline Truelove
(Obituary ~ 01/02/15)
Pauline Truelove, 102, of Bloomington, passed away January 2nd, 2015, at Richland Bean Blossom Health Care Center in Ellettsville. She was born on August 21, 1912, in Linton, Indiana, the daughter of Ocie V. and Grace (Sponsler) Keller. Pauline graduated from Linton-Stockton High School with the class of 1931. On March 22, 1934, Pauline married Ora (Doc) Truelove. He preceded her in death in March of 1964...
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Sullivan County homicide victim identified by ISP as Tiffanie Adams
(Local News ~ 01/02/15)
Sullivan County -- Today, using dental records, the homicide victim has been identified as Tiffanie R. Adams, age 20, of Sullivan, Indiana. Her death has been ruled a homicide and is currently being investigated by the Indiana State Police with assistance from the Sullivan Police Department and Sullivan County Sheriff's Office...
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Cardinals turn up defense against Eagles
(High School Sports ~ 01/02/15)
BLOOMFIELD - Brown County's high-flying offense was grounded Friday night here at Glover Gymnasium. The Eagles misfired on 32 of 44 shots as they suffered a 47-32 defeat at the hands of the host Bloomfield Cardinals. The victory was the seventh in eight games for BHS while Brown County had its seven-game winning streak snapped, falling to 7-2...
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Gamble scores four points
(High School Sports ~ 01/02/15)
Kendra Gamble scored four points in a White River Valley's 60-33 win over Loogootee on Dec. 30. Her points were omitted from the box score. WHITE RIVER VALLEY (60) - Lexi Graves 2 0-0 4, Allison Wininger 11 2-6 27, Madison Hockman 2 0-0 5, Abby Denham 6 1-2 14, Jasmine Padgett 0 0-0 0, Miranda Pierce 3 0-0 6, Kassi Morrison 0 0-0 0, Kendra Gamble 2 0-0 4, Kyra Frye 0 0-0 0, Payton Franklin 0 0-0 0, Lacey Fisher 0 0-0 0. Totals 26 3-8 60...
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BHS South cruises past Thunderbirds
(High School Sports ~ 01/02/15)
CINCINNATI, IND. - The Bloomington South Panthers jumped out to a 17-0 lead at the conclusion of the first quarter and coasted to a 75-31 win over the Eastern Greene Thunderbirds in boys high school basketball here Friday. "They're a very good team," Eastern Greene coach Jon Neill said...
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