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Sparklight Brings Ultra-Fast Multi-Gig Internet to Vincennes and Surrounding Communities

VINCENNES, Ind. (Feb. 16, 2026) – Fiber-fueled internet provider Sparklight is bringing enhanced speeds, capacity and reliability to Vincennes, Washington and Loogootee with the launch of its new Multi-Gig internet service. As streaming, gaming, remote work and smart home technology…

Former Martin County Dispatcher Charged After Drunk Driving Incident

A 28-year-old Bedford man, Justin P. Minton, is facing criminal charges in Lawrence County following a destructive late-night crash that occurred last August. Official court records state that Minton was employed as a 911 dispatcher for Martin County at the…

Loogootee Pre-Sectional Banquet Details for 2026

LOOGOOTEE, Ind- The annual Pre-Sectional Banquet will be held at the Lower Level of the St. John’s Center on Saturday, Feb. 28, at 6 PM Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door for $20 and…

Loogootee Police Investigating Reports of Child Safety Concerns

LOOGOOTEE, Ind. (Loogootee Times) — Police in the southwestern Indiana town of Loogootee are investigating reports of suspicious activity involving a white Toyota Camry and other vehicles in residential neighborhoods, authorities said Thursday. According to the Loogootee Police Department, officers…

Severe Weather Forces Early School Dismissals in Loogootee Area

UPDATE (1:25 P.M.): The National Weather Service Has Issued a Tornado Watch for Southern Indiana, including in Loogootee, is in effect until 9 P.M. EST. Local schools and businesses in the Loogootee and southern Indiana corridor announced early dismissals and…

City of Loogootee Meeting Reviews Asphalt Paving Bids

LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — The City of Loogootee’s Board of Works convened a special meeting on Tuesday, February 17. This meeting was set to review bids for upcoming asphalt paving projects that will improve infrastructure across the community.  Present at the…

How to Vote in the 2026 Indiana Primary Election

2026 ELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT MAY 5TH, 2026 PRIMARY Voters: Absentee Ballot Applications to vote by mail are now being accepted at the Clerk’s Office until April 23rd, 2026. Absentee Voting in Person will start Tuesday, April 7th and will be Monday…