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Loogootee Coach Brian Smith Selected for IBCA All-Star Staff

Loogootee Girls Coach Brian Smith has been selected for the IBCA Girls All-Star game coaching staff, according to a statement from Loogootee Athletics. The announcement congratulated Smith on the honor. Smith, who has compiled a 152-111 record over 11 seasons…

Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log (Feb. 23-March 2)

Monday, February 23, 2026 12:13 a.m.- Received a report of a commercial burglar alarm in Loogootee. LPD Officer Purcell responded. 7:18 a.m.- Received a call reporting a possible fire in Shoals. Shoals Fire Department responded. 7:51 a.m.- Received a 911…

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…

Lawmakers eye road spending review as big southern Indiana plans face opposition

LOOGOOTEE, Ind. (Indiana Capital Chronicle) Indiana legislators are looking to give themselves more say over big-ticket highway projects at a time when a proposal in Gov. Mike Braun’s hometown is facing significant local opposition. A provision added last week to…

Obituary for Helen “Elaine” Carrico: Beloved Teacher and Community Leader

Helen “Elaine” Carrico, 79, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Born on June 7, 1946 in Washington, Indiana, she was the beloved daughter of Avery and Helen (Strange) Smith.  Elaine lead a life of love and…

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…

Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log (Feb. 16-23)

Monday, February 16, 2026 1:10 a.m.- Received a 911 call requesting an ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County Medic 1 and Loogootee Fire Department responded. Medic 1 transported one patient to Deaconess Memorial Medical Center. 2:40 a.m.- Received a 911 call…

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…