The Greene County Health Department will offer an MMR booster clinic Tuesday, Nov. 17, as health officials continue to raise awareness about measles and the importance of vaccination.

The clinic will be held from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Greene County Health Department, 217 E. Spring St. in Bloomfield.

Greene County General Hospital says measles symptoms can include a high fever, cough, rash, red or watery eyes, and a runny nose.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with measles, stay in your vehicle and call before entering the hospital or clinic. Tell staff about your symptoms or exposure so they can explain how to be evaluated.

• Greene County General Hospital: 812-847-2281

• MyClinics: 812-847-4481

Shakamak State Park will temporarily close to the public twice this month for controlled deer management hunts, according to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

The park will close at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, and remain closed during the Nov. 16–17 hunt. It will reopen the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 18.

DNR says the hunts help manage deer populations, protect native plants and reduce damage to park resources. Hunters selected through the draw have already been notified.

This Veterans Day, we thank the men and women of Greene County and across the country who have served in the U.S. armed forces. We’re grateful for your service and for the families who stood beside you.

The Linton Police Department will hold open interviews for a full-time 911 operator and dispatcher from noon to 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, at the police department, 190 A St. NW.

The position pays $20.92 to $22.42 an hour. Benefits include paid vacation, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, and retirement through the Public Employees’ Retirement Fund (PERF).

Applicants must be at least 21 years old, be U.S. citizens, have a high school diploma or GED and have no felony convictions.

Those unable to attend can request an application by emailing records@cityoflinton.in.gov.

Residents looking to get some exercise before their Thanksgiving feast can participate in the third annual Linton Community Turkey Trot on Thursday, Nov. 26, at Humphrey's Park.

The free event will feature a children's run and a 5K walk/run, along with prizes, awards and an opportunity to support a local program that helps feed children.

Public restrooms at Humphreys Park in Linton are now closed for the winter season, according to the City of Linton.

The Linton Parks and Recreation Department announced that water service to the restrooms has been shut off to prevent pipes from freezing and allow for proper winterization of the facilities.

The restrooms are expected to reopen on or around March 1, 2027, weather permitting.

The holiday season will officially get underway in Linton on Saturday, Nov. 28, with Christmas in the Park, featuring a decorated golf cart and side-by-side parade, a Christmas tree lighting, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a community soup supper.

The Linton Fire Department responded to 102 calls for service during October, according to its monthly activity report.

Of those calls, 77 were emergency medical service runs and 25 were fire-related runs.

The department also announced it received a $10,000 grant from Smithville to upgrade its communications equipment through the purchase of wireless headsets.

The City of Linton is preparing to inspect water service lines and replace eligible lead and galvanized lines at no cost to property owners. The project is supported by a state grant, and the city says construction is scheduled to begin in summer 2027.

Local emergency responders and community organizations are joining forces to help families in need through a Fill-a-Truck Food and Clothing Drive on Friday, Nov. 13.

The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at Walmart, 2251 State Road 54 in Linton.

White River Valley High School soccer players (from left) Molly Settles, Charles Linneweber, and MaKenna LaFever were recently honored as being among the best soccer players in southern Indiana. (Submitted photo)

Linton-Stockton High School junior Sage Hall has sacrificed a lot to be able to participate in the sport she loves. Four times a week she drives to Terre Haute for practice. (Submitted photo)