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Search Underway for Missing Man in Martin County Flood

The Following Message Was Sent By the Martin County Sheriff’s Office today, around 3 p.m. One man missing in flood waters, another man rescued after truck is swept off roadway in Martin County. Indiana Conservation Officers are searching for a…

Barr-Reeve vs. West Washington: IHSAA Regional Championship Details

The Barr-Reeve High School Athletics Office has provided additional information to fans, parents, and students regarding ticket and admission sales for the IHSAA Class 1A Regional Championship game, which will be held at The Hatchet House in Washington, Ind. Barr-Reeve…

Kid City USA Partners with Oak Street Village To Provide Childcare in Loogootee

LOOGOOTEE, Ind. (AP) — Adam and Jenny Martindale, owners of three Kid City USA childcare centers, announced plans to open a new location during the Loogootee Board of Works and Common Council meeting on March 9. The Martindales shared details…

Loogootee City Council Discusses Funding For New Fire Truck

Loogootee, Ind. (March 9, 2026) — The Loogootee City Council tackled a full agenda Monday night, approving the purchase of a new emergency response vehicle, discussing parking reconfigurations to accommodate downtown growth, and celebrating progress on a $15 million workforce…

Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log (March 2-9)

This Week’s Police and EMT Log is brought to us every week by the contributions of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. Monday, March 2, 2026 6:04 a.m.- Received a message from Shoals Community Schools advising they will be operating on…

Barr Reeve Wins 19th Sectional Championship in Dominant Fashion

LOOGOOTEE, Ind. (AP) — The Barr Reeve Vikings clinched their 19th sectional championship in school history Saturday night, defeating the Orleans Bulldogs 54-36 in a spirited contest at Jack Butcher Arena. The Vikings put on a resilient performance, pulling away…