Middle School Cross-Country: Boys Squad Qualifies for State; Embry Wade Punches Ticket

Loogootee Middle School cross-country runners turned in standout performances Saturday at the South Knox Invitational, competing against deep fields of nearly 300 runners per race.

In the girls’ division, Embry Wade secured an individual state berth by taking 19th place with a time of 12:50. Multiple Lady Lions recorded career personal bests: Lyric Graber (13:56), Trinity Kerns (14:26), Everlye Jeffers (14:31), Avrie Bratton (14:56), and Harper Tinkle (18:23).

On the boys’ side, Griffyn Thompson crossed the finish line 11th overall (10:52) and Chayse Houston earned 20th (11:16), with both having previously met state standards. Liam Hilligoss secured his individual state qualifying mark with a personal best of 12:10. PRs were also logged by Ryder Davis (13:04), Aden Summers (14:08), and Wyatt Flammer (15:02).

Lady Lions Volleyball: Mid-September Action Across High School & Junior High

The Lady Lions opened the week on the road Monday evening at Southridge High School across varsity and JV play, while the 7th and 8th-grade teams traveled to Bloomfield Jr/Sr High School and the 6th-grade squad competed at Huntingburg Elementary. Teams are holding film sessions and conditioning today ahead of later-week conference clashes.

Girls Golf: Loogootee Finishes 12th at IHSAA Jasper Sectionals

The Loogootee girls golf team concluded its 2026 fall season at Buffalo Trace Golf Course, posting a four-player team score of 481 to place 12th in a 14-team field at the IHSAA Jasper Sectional.

Junior Jessica Pride led the Lions with a team-low round of 116 (57–59). Hattie Humerickhouse carded a 117 (56–61), followed by Claire Wolfe (121: 61–60), Libby Schwartzentruber (127: 60–67), and Brynn Lengacher (135: 66–69). The Lions finished ahead of Tell City (486) and Crawford County (496). Boonville (391), Jasper (394), and Gibson Southern (428) claimed the advancing team slots.

🚓 Loogootee Police Department Weekly Activity Summary

The Loogootee Police Department released its service log for Sept. 14–21. Highlights include:

• Traffic Stop & Narcotics Arrest: Chief Cummings arrested a 40-year-old French Lick male on charges of possession of cocaine/narcotics, marijuana, and paraphernalia, alongside resisting arrest and OWI (controlled substance).
• Traffic Accidents: Property damage crashes investigated on West Broadway and East Broadway streets.
• Downed Tree & Utility Hazards: Emergency response to a downed utility line on SR 550 and a tree falling on a vehicle along U.S. 50 East.
• County Agency Assists: LPD assisted the Martin County Sheriff’s Department with two separate late-night traffic stops and arrests on North Line Street and JFK Avenue.

Shoals IDEM Wastewater Review & County Budget Timeline

Shoals town officials and HWC Engineering are compiling technical compliance documentation following the council’s approval of a $30,000 agreement, preparing for an Oct. 7 Microsoft Teams consultation with IDEM regarding municipal lagoon wastewater operations[cite: 1].

Meanwhile, following public hearings on the county’s advertised civil maximum levy ($3,179,380) and Solid Waste Management District budget ($739,241), the Martin County Council will formally adopt its 2027 budgets on Monday, Oct. 5, at 6:30 p.m.[cite: 1]

🎓 LHS Class of 2006: 20-Year Reunion

The Loogootee High School Class of 2006 will celebrate its 20th reunion on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Loogootee American Legion Country Club (607 Church St.)[cite: 5].

• Refreshments: Pizza and breadsticks provided; event is BYOB[cite: 5].
• Donations: Suggested donation of $10 per person via Venmo (@Whitney-Wagoner-3) or cash at check-in[cite: 5].
• Local Impact: All donations collected beyond event expenses will be donated to a local Loogootee nonprofit organization[cite: 5].

Loogootee Senior Center: October 2026 Highlights

The Loogootee Senior Center (406 NW First St.) has set its October programming[cite: 10]:

• Book Club Selection: Boomerang by Robert Bailey[cite: 10].
• CVS Flu & Immunization Clinic: Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. (Advance registration required at cvs.com)[cite: 1, 10].
• Local Author Visit: Alice Sexton presents her book on Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.[cite: 10]
• Tech & Scam Workshop: Taylor Tech presents a senior scam seminar on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.[cite: 10]
• Halloween Night: Trick-or-Treat at the Senior Center on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.[cite: 10]

Loogootee Pavilion: Trick-or-Treat Safe Stop Callout (Oct. 31)

The Loogootee Beautification Board and the City of Loogootee are inviting area businesses to participate in the Trick-or-Treat Safe Stop at the Loogootee Pavilion on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.[cite: 2] Local merchants can donate candy, sponsor raffle prizes, or decorate a booth space to greet trick-or-treaters[cite: 2]. A DJ will provide music starting at 8:00 p.m.[cite: 2] Contact Tracy Stoll at 812-709-0498 to sign up[cite: 2].

Crushed Glass and Resin Pumpkin Workshop (Oct. 7)

Artist Within will host a Crushed Glass and Resin Pumpkin Party on Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 87 E. Spring St. in Bloomfield[cite: 7]. Only seven tickets are available ($50 per person)[cite: 7]. Reserve spots online at artistwithinparties.com or call 512-202-7122[cite: 7].

Revival Gathering at Holiday Drive-In (Oct. 10)

Holiday Drive-In Theatre (1055 State Road 37, Mitchell) will host a regional Night of Worship and Unity on Saturday, Oct. 10[cite: 6]. Gates open at 1:30 p.m. with worship at 2:00 p.m. featuring CrossRoads Band, Rising Fire Worship Band, Pastor Bob England, and Pastor Greg Strother[cite: 6]. Lawn chairs recommended; freewill offerings accepted[cite: 6].

Martin County Democratic Party: Silent Auction & Cookout

The Martin County Democratic Party’s online silent auction is open through Friday, Sept. 25[cite: 1, 9]. Winning bidders can retrieve their items during the Candidate Meet & Greet Cookout on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Hindostan Shelter House, featuring Senate District 39 candidate Joe Yochum[cite: 8].