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FREE ACCESS: Hospital announces visitor restrictions
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
Greene County General Hospital has implemented a temporary visitor restriction after an increase in inpatient influenza cases. The restrictions will protect patients, staff and visitors from unnecessary exposure to the highly contagious respiratory virus...
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ISP Sgt. Curt Durnil recognized for 25 years of service
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
According to a release issued by the Indiana State Police (ISP), Sergeant Curt Durnil was recently recognized in a ceremony in Indianapolis for achieving 25 years of service with the ISP. Durnil graduated from the 51st ISP Recruit School Dec. 4, 1994. For reaching this milestone, he received an award from ISP Superintendent Douglas G. Carter that consisted of a framed certificate and a longevity pin to be worn on the uniform...
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Greene County programs awarded $227,000 in ROI Ready Communities Implementation grant program
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
Two Greene County programs were awarded a combined $227,000 from Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) in their Ready Communities Implementation Grant program. A total of 12 programs and projects in seven Indiana counties in the Indiana Uplands were awarded at combined total of $1.86 million dollars in amounts ranging from $100,000 to $250,000...
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Indiana National Guard selects new state Command Chief Warrant Officer
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
INDIANAPOLIS - The Adjutant General of Indiana, Brig. Gen. R. Dale Lyles is pleased to announce the selection of a Scottsburg, Indiana resident as the new state Command Chief Warrant Officer. Upon his redeployment from Kuwait, Indiana National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 4 Ronald L. Baird will succeed Chief Warrant Officer 5 Christopher R. Jennings, who will continue his service in the Indiana National Guard in a traditional status...
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ISP seeks recruits for 80th Recruit Academy
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
The Indiana State Police is offering a unique opportunity to accept additional applications for the 80th Recruit Academy. Individuals who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper shall utilize the following links: For a detailed synopsis of the application process as well as information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police:...
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Rhodes seeking seat on Board of Commissioners
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
SOLSBERRY- Within a week of retiring as Monroe County’s community corrections director, Tom Rhodes is running for Greene County Commissioner, District 1. “With 35 years of government experience, I know what it takes to find solutions, navigate complicated governmental agencies, and get things done. The completion of I-69 presents many opportunities and challenges for Greene County. I believe I’m the right candidate to bring our community safely into the future,” Rhodes said in a press release...
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10 pounds marijuana, 13 plants seized in Solsberry
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
A Solsberry man was booked into Greene County Jail this week after police located several pounds of marijuana, mature plants and thousands of dollars in his residence. Jessy Harden, 29, was booked into Greene County Jail on a warrant for Level 5 felony dealing marijuana, where he was held on a $10,000 bond with 10 percent allowed...
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Center for Women's Ministries adds two new classes
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
The Greene County Center for Women's Ministries will be offering two new classes beginning in January. The War Room, a study on the power of prayer, begins Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 10:30 a.m. with video clips from the movie "The War Room". Making Peace With Your Past begins Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. This study helps adult children from a dysfunctional past and includes topics on Self Esteem, Fear of Joy, Forgiveness and Healing of Painful Memories...
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Submissions for the 2020 Hoosier Women Artists Contest now accepted
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
INDIANAPOLIS – Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch, along with Treasurer Kelly Mitchell and the Indiana Arts Commission, today announced details for the 2020 Hoosier Women Artists contest. “This is one of the highlights of my job, and one that I look forward to every year," said Crouch. "Each artist has their own unique story and they always find a beautiful way to express themselves. I cannot wait to see the artwork this year and meet the incredible and talented women behind the pieces."...
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Age to buy tobacco and vaping products raised to 21
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
ANDERSON (AP) — New legislation signed last Friday by President Donald Trump will raise the age to buy tobacco and vaping products to 21. U.S. Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, was one of the sponsors of the bill that was included in the spending bill. “Policymakers should see Tobacco 21 as a starting point, not the end of tobacco prevention,” said Karesa Knight-Wilkerson, executive director of Intersect...
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Delsie (Marie) Martindale
(Obituary ~ 01/02/20)
Marie Martindale, age 93, of Tipp City, Ohio, formerly of Bloomfield, passed away Dec. 31, 2019. She was born on Feb. 21, 1926 in Hart County, Ky., the daughter of Homer and Lucy (Coffey) Hedgspeth. She married Carl T. Martindale on Sept. 5, 1941, who preceded her in death on Feb. 16, 2001...
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Marla Sue (Hastings) Owen
(Obituary ~ 01/02/20)
Marla Sue (Hastings) Owen, 71, of Jasonville, passed from this life on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Sullivan. She was born Nov. 1, 1948 in Linton, to Herbert and Mabel Irene (Sims) Hastings. Marla was a member of the Sandborn Christian Church and had also attended the First...
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Linton Police Department Activity Log
(Police Reports ~ 01/02/20)
The Linton Police Department responded to 16 incidents and calls for service Dec. 31, including one animal complaint, one burglary, one death investigation, two domestic disputes, two juvenile complaints, three traffic stops, two warrant services and four welfare checks...
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Greene County man arrested for dealing methamphetamine in Lawrence County
(Local News ~ 01/02/20)
According to a press release issued by the Indiana State Police (ISP), the ISP Drug Enforcement Section and the ISP Bloomington District ACES concluded a lengthy drug investigation Jan. 2 by arresting David Cecil Phillips, 44, of Solsberry. The ISP had received information that Phillips was dealing large quantities of methamphetamine in both Greene and Lawrence Counties. It was known by the ISP that Phillips was operating a motor vehicle with a suspended driver’s license...
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Lincoln Hale commits to Indiana State University
(High School Sports ~ 01/02/20)
Linton star forward Lincoln Hale gave his verbal commitment to play basketball at Indiana State University early Thursday afternoon. The 6 foot 4 junior has had the interest of many schools across the country, but went with the local Sycamores. For Hale, the decision came down to who wanted him more. “I committed to ISU because Coach Lansing really wanted me and that’s what I like in a coach.”...
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Court News
(Court News ~ 01/02/20)
CRIMINAL CASES Timothy E. Smith, 64, Jsonville, Level 6 felony resisting law enforcement with a deadly weapon; Class C misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle without ever having received a license SMALL CLAIMS Donald P. McNevin and Mary McNevin vs Jason E. Ferguson...
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