The Loogootee Times

A Small Town Newspaper With A Big Lion Heart

Month: April 2025

Public Information Meeting scheduled for Mid-States Corridor

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and the Mid-States Corridor project team will host a public information meeting on Wednesday, April 16, to share the draft purpose and need statement, as well as draft preliminary alternatives and access options for…

Ready to dig? Duke Energy reminds residents to call 811 before beginning spring digging projects

PLAINFIELD, Ind. – April is National Safe Digging Month, and Duke Energy is recognizing the importance of calling 811 before starting any digging projects. This simple step helps protect the nation’s underground utility infrastructure and ensures the safety of both…

Duke Energy prepares for potential severe storms in Indiana, urges customers to be ready

PLAINFIELD, Ind. – Duke Energy is monitoring forecasts and preparing for severe weather that has the potential to produce damaging winds and flooding in its Indiana service territory later today. “A critical part of being safe in severe weather is…

April 2 Storm Tips From The Martin County Sheriff’s Office

With the threat of severe weather this evening, three local churches are again opening their doors to serve as a public shelter. Storm Shelter Locations: 1. West Shoals Church of Christ– Shoals, IN 2. Cornerstone Community Church– Shoals, IN 3….