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Monday, October 19, 2026 6:42 am- A caller reported a possible theft. 8:43 am- Loogootee Fire Dept. responded to a dropped 911 call on Cedar St. 1:24 pm- A caller requested to speak to an officer regarding a report they…
The Loogootee Times Newsroom The Lion Weekly Daily Issue #20 • Monday, October 26, 2026 • Martin County, IN 🚧 Urgent Travel Notice: U.S. 231 Full Closure Active As of 7:00 AM this morning, INDOT has completely closed U.S. 231…
Monday, October 19, 2026 3:46 a.m.- Received a call from WH International reporting a commercial burglar alarm in Shoals. Major Reed responded. 6:42 a.m.- Received a call reporting a theft in Loogootee. LPD Chief Cummings responded. 7:43 a.m.- Received a…
LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — High above the hardwood floor inside legendary Jack Butcher Arena, the roar did not just merely bounce off the walls. The sound of an entire community could easily blare from the historic gym even from miles away….
LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — Facing major infrastructure projects, public safety vehicle upgrades, and pivotal municipal legal decisions, the Loogootee City Council and Board of Public Works convened Monday evening for an extensive double session addressing the city’s future operations and financial…
Written by State Rep. Carey Hamilton (D-Indianapolis) When I talk to Hoosiers about the issues they face every day, skyrocketing energy costs are always near the top of the list. A federal order forcing outdated, expensive coal plants to continue…
The Loogootee Times Presents The Lion Weekly Daily Edition | Monday, October 5, 2026 | Martin • Daviess • Dubois Today’s Daily Regional Briefing: Martin County budget adoption tonight, Alliance business mixer, US 50 emergency slide repair patrols, IDEM wastewater…
Monday, September 28, 2026 12:35 a.m.- Received a 911 call requesting an ambulance Southeast of Shoals. Martin County Medic 1 and Major Reed responded. No one was transported. 1:18 a.m.- Received a 911 call requesting an ambulance in Loogootee. Martin…
LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — Postseason volleyball matchups were officially set as the IHSAA released the Class 1A Sectional 62 tournament draw, with Loogootee High School serving as the host site for the upcoming title chase. The host Loogootee Lady Lions drew…
LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — The Indianapolis Colts are heading back to Martin County this autumn to host their popular “Colts Fall Fest” at Lark Ranch, bringing an afternoon of NFL-themed family entertainment, giveaways, and special appearances to the regional agritourism hub….
JASPER, Ind. — Eleven civic, educational, and nonprofit organizations across Southern Indiana have been awarded a combined $123,420 in grant funding to support regional public health, housing access, emergency medical response, and youth mental wellness, officials announced Thursday. The investments,…
LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — Postseason tennis took center stage across the region this week as the IHSAA boys sectional tournament got underway, highlighted by thrilling court battles, individual milestone records, and a rivalry championship match in Loogootee. Host Loogootee kicked off…
Monday, September 21, 2026 11:19 am- A complainant from a local business advised of a trespasser at the business. 11:50 am- Chief Cummmings arrested Jessica Howard, a 36-year-old female from Loogootee, on a felony Martin County warrant for intimidation, and…
