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Shoals Loses in Semi-State To Indianapolis Lutheran in Straight Sets

MARTINSVILLE, Ind. — A historic postseason journey that captivated the entire community of Shoals came to an emotional end Saturday afternoon inside the John R. Wooden Gymnasium at Martinsville High School. Making its first-ever appearance in the IHSAA Class 1A…

Shoals Volleyball Makes History: Coach Atkinson Previews Historic Semi-State Run

SHOALS, Ind. — Making program history is one thing, but being satisfied with it is entirely another. In a special interview with The Loogootee Times, we got a special moment to speak with Coach Atkinson of Shoals High School on…

Shoals Town Council Tackles Wastewater Violations

SHOALS, Ind. — Facing regulatory pressure over its municipal wastewater operations, the Shoals Town Council approved an engineering agreement Monday to address state environmental violations while taking steps to protect town utility infrastructure and enforce ordinances on blighted local properties….

Martin County Police & EMT Log (July 20-27)

Monday, July 20, 2026 2:47 a.m.- Received a report of a possible prowler in Loogootee. Deputy Clark responded. 4:06 a.m.- Received a report of a possible prowler in Loogootee. Deputy Clark responded. 5:37 a.m.- Received a 911 call on Crane…

Shoals School Board Discusses Facility Upgrades, FEMA Shelters, Mental Health Support

SHOALS, Ind. — The Shoals Community School Corporation (SCSC) Board convened Friday morning to discuss a sweeping agenda including a proposed $9 million bond for capital projects, campus security upgrades, student mental health initiatives, and a host of personnel changes…

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…

Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log (Dec. 29, 2025-Jan. 5, 2026)

Monday, December 29, 2025 12:01 a.m.- Received a 911 call requesting an ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County Medic 1, LPD Officer Seals, and LPD Officer Purcell responded. No one was transported. 1:28 a.m.- Received a report of a traffic hazard…

Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log (Dec. 8-15)

Monday, December 8, 2025 1:34 a.m.- Received a call from WH International advising of a residential burglar alarm Northeast of Loogootee. Major Reed responded. 4:36 a.m.- Received an accidental 911 call. 5:23 a.m.- Received a report of a car-deer accident…

Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log (Nov. 24-30)

Monday, November 24, 2025 5:26 a.m.- Received a call requesting a vehicle unlocked in Loogootee. Deputy Clark responded. 5:48 a.m.- Received a report of a car-deer accident East of Loogootee. Deputy Clark responded. 5:52 a.m.- Received a message from Loogootee…

USG Shoals: Pioneering Sustainable Practices in Manufacturing

Photos via USG Shoals SHOALS, Ind. — For seven decades, the USG Shoals plant has stood as a pillar of economic growth, community involvement, and innovation in southern Indiana. Established in 1954 and beginning full production in 1955, the plant…