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Indiana University- Journalism B.A. '25- Journalist. Future Social Worker. Business Owner. Author. Family Man. Master of Social Work- 2027- Graduate Student "It's called the American Dream because you have to be asleep to believe it."- George Carlin

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Loogootee Police are investigating reports of a man in a white Toyota Camry approaching a juvenile girl and other suspicious vehicles near homes.โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/21/loogootee-police-investigating-reports-of-child-safety-concerns/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

21.02.2026 21:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Powerlines are down in Kirby just near the airport. Just listened to the scanner; it sounded like a very serious situation is developing near the airport. Some of the roads around Kirby will be closed, according to reports.

20.02.2026 00:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A tornado watch is in effect until 9 P.M. EST for southern Indiana, including Loogootee. Schools have dismissed early due to severe weather threats,โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/19/severe-weather-forces-early-school-dismissals-in-loogootee-area/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

19.02.2026 18:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This week's edition of theLatest Civil Court Cases in Martin County, Indiana report is Brought To Us By The Martin County Clerk's Office. We thank this organizationโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/18/latest-civil-court-cases-in-martin-county-indiana/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

19.02.2026 02:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Ash Wednesday to all Catholics and Christians who may celebrate. We are back with our weekly edition of The Loogootee Times Newspaper for this week ofโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/18/weekly-edition-of-the-loogootee-times-newspaper-feb-18/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

18.02.2026 20:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tonight, The City of Loogootee held a Board of Works meeting reviewing bids for asphalt projects funded by a community grant, with proposals from fiveโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/17/city-of-loogootee-meeting-reviews-asphalt-paving-bids/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

18.02.2026 00:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This week's edition of the Martin County, Indiana Police & EMT Log on February 9-16, 2026 is brought to us every week courtesy of the Martin County Sheriff's Office

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/16/martin-county-ind-police-emt-log-feb-9-16/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

16.02.2026 18:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hello Loogootee Time Readers!
We have published this week's edition of The Loogootee Times Newspaper for today, Wednesday, February 11, 2026 which marks 6 years after my grandmother passed away. Today isโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/11/weekly-edition-of-the-loogootee-times-newspaper-feb-11/

11.02.2026 20:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This week's edition of the Martin County, Ind. Police & EMT Log for this week, February 2-9, 2026, is brought to you weekly by the Martin County Sheriff's Office.

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/09/martin-county-ind-police-emt-log-feb-2-9/

09.02.2026 17:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Thanks to the Martin County Clerk's Office, we now have additional details about the upcoming 2026 Primary Election, including voting sites, voter information, and candidate information.

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/05/how-to-vote-in-the-2026-indiana-primary-election/

05.02.2026 16:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This week's edition of The Loogootee Times for today, February 4, 2026 features our very first advertisment on the paper (Thank you MCCF for your sponsorship)! We want to also commemorate our fellowโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/04/weekly-edition-of-the-loogootee-times-newspaper-feb-4/

04.02.2026 21:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Groundhog Day, everyone! This week's Martin County, Indiana Police & EMT Log for the week of January 26 through February 2, 2026, is brought to us courtesy of the Martin County Sheriff's Office.

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/02/02/martin-county-ind-police-emt-log-jan-26-feb-2/

02.02.2026 19:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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After 18 years, I sold Greene's Body Shop to longtime employee Shaun Ziemann, who has been vital to its success. I thank everyone who supported us and am confident Shaun will lead the shop forward. Please join meโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/30/greenes-body-shop-changes-hands-after-18-years/

30.01.2026 17:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The following election information for Martin County, Indiana residents who wish to vote absentee during this year's election are now avaliable.

You can now begin your absentee application to vote byโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/29/2026-election-martin-county-ind-absentee-voting-guide/

29.01.2026 16:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Julie J. Diamond of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away at age 54. She loved her family above all, enjoyed reading, puzzles, cards, and animals. Survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and siblings.โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/28/remembering-julie-j-diamond-a-life-of-family-and-love/

29.01.2026 04:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Snow Day to all the kids and adults whom may celebrate a snow day in Loogootee, Indiana. We are back with another cozy edition of The Loogootee Times Newspaper. This edition includes new content,โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/28/weekly-edition-of-the-loogootee-times-newspaper-jan-28/

28.01.2026 20:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A list of school closures, delays, and business closures for tomorrow, January 28, 2026, for the Martin County, Indiana area and the closest areas near our area. Stayโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/27/list-of-schools-and-businesses-closed-delayed-or-cancelled-for-wednesday-january-28-2026/

27.01.2026 20:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Loogootee Community Schools along with other area schools including Barr Reeve will be closed Tomorrow, Jan. 27, 2026 due to snow and dangerously low temperatures. Some schools will operate withโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/26/list-of-loogootee-community-schools-closed-tomorrow-jan-27/

26.01.2026 22:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This week's Police and EMT Log in Martin County, Indiana for the week of January 19-26, 2026 is brought to us every week by the Martin County Sheriff's Office. We thank them for their contribution to our paper,โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/26/martin-county-ind-police-emt-log-jan-19-26/

26.01.2026 19:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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All events scheduled for Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, are canceled. Updates as of 11AM include rescheduled boys' games at Bedford and Orleans, a postponed girls' varsity and JV games, and canceled orโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/26/loogootee-boys-and-girls-game-schedule-changes-for-january-2026/

26.01.2026 17:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Loogootee declared a disaster emergency due to severe winter weather, restricting travel to emergency personnel only. Schools and campuses closed, and a limited travel advisory was issued to ensure safetyโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/25/loogootee-declares-emergency-amid-severe-winter-storm/

26.01.2026 01:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The National Weather Service issues a winter storm warning for parts of Indiana from Saturday noon to Monday morning, forecasting 6-10 inches of snow. Residents should prepare for hazardous travel, delayโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/23/winter-storm-warning-for-indiana-what-to-expect/

23.01.2026 21:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Martin County, Indiana 2026 Primary Election Voting Guide is now available with voter information, voting site information, and even facts about the nominees and elections you can vote for during the 2026โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/22/martin-county-ind-2026-primary-voting-guide/

22.01.2026 22:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today's edition of The Loogootee Times, January 21, 2026, is a special edition of the paper because on the front cover the Indiana Hoosiers are on the cover after winning the National Championship. Youโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/21/wednesday-edition-of-the-loogootee-times-newspaper-jan-21/

21.01.2026 20:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Martin County, Indiana Police, Arrest, and EMT Log for This Week, January 12-19, 2026, is brought to us weekly by the Martin County Sheriff's Office.

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/19/martin-county-ind-police-emt-log-jan-12-19/

19.01.2026 17:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Barr Reeve Vikings narrowly defeated the Loogootee Lions 47-42 in a closely contested Indiana high school basketball game. Barr Reeve improves to 12-1, while Loogootee drops to 12-4. Theโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/16/barr-reeve-edges-loogootee-47-42-in-thrilling-basketball-clash/

17.01.2026 02:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hostility in Loogootee, Indiana, grows over a legal clash between the community and the ACLU regarding the city PrideFest legal actions. The ACLU claims violations of free speech rights,โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/15/balancing-community-rights-aclus-strong-arming-in-loogootee-indiana/

16.01.2026 03:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Dennis Joseph Gehl, 83, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away on January 13, 2026. A U.S. Army Veteran and retired Naval Warfare Center employee, he loved life, photography, his dogs, and traveling.โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/15/celebrating-the-life-of-dennis-gehl-memories-from-loogootee/

15.01.2026 21:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Republican Carey Hamilton introduced a resolution opposing Indiana's Mid-States Corridor Project, which could cost over $1 billion and be decided by residents. Meanwhile, Jasper, Indianaโ€™s mayoral raceโ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/15/how-jasper-residents-can-influence-the-next-mayor-choice/

15.01.2026 21:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We are back with our second edition of 2026 of The Loogootee Times Newspaper. Today's edition, January 14, 2026, addresses some new edition including the first OB-GYN in Daviess Community Health,โ€ฆ

https://loogooteetimes.com/2026/01/14/wednesday-edition-of-the-loogootee-times-newspaper-jan-14/

14.01.2026 20:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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