Today, August 26, 2025, we addressed a complaint regarding the China Wok stories we covered in The Loogootee Times. We have removed these posts after a user nearly took legal action and criticized our newspaper for false reporting. We contacted the China Wok establishment by phone this morning, and spoke to the restaurant’s receptionist, an accurate source, to inquire about the store’s status after hearing online rumors about a possible closure. The store confirmed they were open and would remain open as long as possible in Loogootee.
The user then decided to frame our newspaper and me, the Editor-in-Chief, and threaten legal action if the story was not available on our website, social media pages, and tomorrow’s print edition of the paper—available at 3 p.m. EST every Wednesday.
At The Loogootee Times, although we are a relatively new online newspaper and are in the process of becoming a company and LLC, we uphold the same high standards of truth, facts, and honesty as any reputable newspaper across the United States and around the world.
This story was not intended as a hit piece, nor has it ever been one, nor an act of slander. The user repeatedly sent hateful messages to others on Facebook who commented that the store was open, which we believe is the truth. China Wok is open for now, and if any changes, such as a closure, occur, we will be the first to report it. Our goal is to share the truth about the post to help clear the air.
On behalf of The Loogootee Times, I sincerely apologize for any confusion, concern, or inconvenience caused by our recent coverage of China Wok. We are committed to truthful, accurate, and responsible journalism, and we regret any misunderstanding that may have resulted from our reporting. It was never our intention to misrepresent or slander any Facebook group or individual. We are dedicated to maintaining the integrity of our reporting and will implement measures to prevent similar issues in the future. We appreciate your understanding and continued support.