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Loogootee Water Department’s Overnight Maintenance Schedule

The Loogootee Water Department will conduct overnight operations from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. to minimize disruption to residents. During this time, residents may notice temporary drops in water pressure or cloudy water. The department advises residents to check water…

Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log (April 13-19)

Monday, April 13, 2026 4:05 a.m.- Received a report of a tree down South of Shoals. Shoals Fire Department and Major Reed responded. 5:35 a.m.- Received a 911 call reporting a tree on fire in Loogootee. Loogootee Fire Department responded….

Remembering Sandy Sherwood: A Life of Love and Faith

Sandra “Sandy” Lynn Sherwood, 70, of Winslow, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 in Mitchell, Indiana with her family by her side. Born on September 14, 1955 in Washington, Indiana, she was the daughter of Elmer and Lena…

Martin County Police & EMT Log (March 30-April 6)

Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 a.m.- Received a 911 call requesting an ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County Medic 1 responded and transported one patient to Daviess Community Hospital. 7:47 a.m.- Received a call requesting a vehicle unlocked in Loogootee. LPD…

Obituary for Alan Louis Mattingly: Honoring His Memory

Alan Louis Mattingly, 67, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Poplar Care Strategies in Loogootee.  Born on August 14, 1958 in Washington, Indiana, he was the beloved son of Norbert and Virginia (Schoultz) Mattingly. …

Loogootee City Council’s Action Plan for Water System Revitalization

LOOGOOTEE, Ind. (AP) — In a session Monday, Mar. 30, the Loogootee City Council and Board of Works members charted an ambitious course for the city’s future, taking on aging water infrastructure, a looming lead service line deadline, and the…