As winter weather is expected to move into the area, the Linton Fire Department is encouraging residents to prepare in advance and take steps to stay safe before and after the storm.

The Greene County Commissioners have issued a Level I (Yellow) Travel Advisory in advance of forecasted winter weather.

Greene County General Hospital (GCGH) is alerting the community following a phone scam in which individuals are falsely claiming to represent the hospital and requesting money for emergency medical procedures.  

Parents, grandparents, educators and caregivers are encouraged to attend upcoming “Know the Signs” presentations designed to raise awareness about online dangers facing children and how adults can help prevent exploitation before it occurs.

Greene County Sheriff George D. Dallaire announced that the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association will again be awarding college scholarships to qualified high school seniors or college students who are pursuing a degree in criminal justice studies. There will be approximately 40 $1,000 scholarships awarded to qualifying students throughout the state.

The Greene County Ambulance Service is seeking to hire a full-time payroll clerk to support the administrative and operational needs of the department.

The Town Council of Lyons Indiana will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday Jan. 20, 2026 at 5:15 p.m. at the Lyons Community Building located at 600 West Broad Street, Lyons, IN, 47443.

A Linton man was arrested this week following a months-long investigation into the possession of child sexual abuse material, according to the Greene County Sheriff’s Department.

A Solsberry man was arrested Monday afternoon following a reported domestic disturbance and brief search involving a drone and K-9 unit, according to the Greene County Sheriff’s Department.

Greene County Emergency Management is advising residents that warming shelters will be available this weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures in the forecast.

Community volunteers are invited to assist with an upcoming Mobile Food Pantry serving local families in need.

A Linton police detective has been placed on unpaid administrative leave following his arrest on an operating while intoxicated charge, according to action taken during a special meeting of the Linton Board of Works.

The Town of Switz City is currently accepting applications for the position of Town Ordinance Officer.

Detectives from the Bloomington District's Investigations Unit initiated a death investigation at a Linton residence Sunday evening, January 11th, after Linton Police Department located a male subject and a female subject deceased from gunshot wounds. The investigation is in its preliminary stages, but the Bloomington District advises there is no threat to the Linton or Greene County Community.

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (LEAD) is observed annually on Jan. 9 to honor the courage, service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers across the nation.

The Jasonville Water Department will be flushing fire hydrants today, Jan. 8, and Thursday, Jan. 9. During the flushing process, customers may notice temporary discoloration in their water. Residents are advised to limit laundry during this time, as discolored water may stain white or light-colored clothing.

Several juveniles were evaluated for minor injuries following a school bus crash Wednesday morning on East Mineral-Koleen Road in Greene County.