Former Loogootee City Mayor, Don Bowling, Passes Away at 97
LOOGGOTEE, Ind. — Former Mayor Don Bowling of Loogootee has died at age 97, leaving a lasting legacy of public service and community leadership. Bowling, a lifelong resident, served two terms as mayor and was recognized as Indiana’s oldest-serving mayor…
Donald Edward “Don” Mattingly, 85, Passes Away Tuesday
Donald Edward “Don” Mattingly, 85, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Serenity Spring Senior Living at Northwood, Jasper, Indiana. He was born on September 22, 1940, in Loogootee,…
BTown Indoor Golf Club Opens in Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — The much-anticipated BTown Indoor Golf Club is set to open its doors on November 14, offering golf enthusiasts a new way to play. The owners, who have long dreamed of merging their passion for golf with innovative…
Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Logs (Nov. 10-17)
Monday, November 10, 2025 2:42 a.m.- Received a call from WH International advising of a residential burglar alarm West of Shoals. Major Reed responded. 6:37 a.m.- Received a report of a suspicious vehicle in Loogootee. Major Reed responded. 7:52…
Loogootee Celebrates Ruler Foods Store Renovation
LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — Ruler Foods celebrated the grand reopening of its store on Friday, July 11, 2025, nearly a month after completing extensive renovations. The event marked a milestone for the community and the local grocery chain, emphasizing their commitment…
Full-Time Police Officer Position Now Available in Loogootee
The Loogootee Police Department is hiring a full-time police officer. The following job description says that close date for this position was on April 25 and noon. Now that time has switched to July 16. The required Physical Training test…
Loogootee Ruler Foods reopening with deals for shoppers
LOOGOOTEE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Ruler Foods will be holding a grand re-opening celebration of their Loogootee Ruler Food store, which includes special deals and prizes for shoppers throughout the entire weekend. Ruler Foods says the newly remodeled store features updates…
Martin County Solid Waste Independence Day Changes
Martin County Solid Waste will be closed Thursday, July 3, and Friday, July 4, for the Independence Day Holiday. However, it will be open 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Saturday, July 5 at the Loogootee Solid Waste Management location…
Indiana public colleges cut almost 20% of degrees
WFYI Indianapolis National Story by Aubrey Wright Public Indiana colleges and universities will eliminate 19 percent of their degree programs to meet requirements added to the state’s budget, according to the Commission for Higher Education. The institutions volunteered to cut,…
Memorial Services for Gilbert ‘Gil’ Toy, 45, in Loogootee, Indiana
Gilbert Daniel “Gil” Toy, 45, of Loogootee, Indiana passed away on Thursday June 26, 2025, at his residence. He was born on March 13, 1980, in Washington, Indiana to William D. “Bill” and Gina (Jones) Toy. Gil graduated from Loogootee…