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Juneteenth marks the anniversary of the emancipation of enslaved African people in America. It commemorates June 19, 1865, when the last slaves in Galveston were officially freed. Today, it is a nationally recognized federal holiday celebrating Black culture and freedom.
The following is a press release written by Jennifer Crossley and Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.
Nothing says summer like a hot outdoor concert. In my opinion, summer is the best season for live music due to the longer days and sunny weather. This summer, there are a variety of artists performing at venues in and around Bloomington, so for the music lovers, here are ten Indiana concerts to attend in the coming months.
Innovative map helps visitors who are blind or have low vision navigate the park independently.
Watching movies is great, but you can take the cinematic experience a step further by visiting the real locations of your favorite films. For Indiana residents, there are plenty of places in or around the state where movie lovers can experience their own little piece of cinematic history. So, pack your bags, get in the car and get ready to take your favorite films off the silver screen and into live action.
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect the correct day of the event.
The Metropolitan Museum is one of my favorite places in the world. It helps that it borders Central Park in New York, the greatest city in the world — I’m sorry Chicago. In high school, I would take the train into the city whenever I could and use the student “pay what you can” deal — which was not a lot — to spend my day among some of the greatest art in the world.
Bloomington has a little bit of something for everyone — whether you like a quieter area, a cockroach-infested hole in the wall or a mansion if you’ve got money.
The following is a press release written by Jennifer Crossley and Desitree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.
After graduating from Indiana University in 2012, Andrew Morris moved to Germany and formed an American-style string band in 2013.
The City of Bloomington’s Commission on the Status of Children and Youth is accepting nominations for the 2025 SWAGGER (Students Who Act Generously, Grow, and Earn Respect) Awards.These awards honor young people in our community who consistently demonstrate kindness, personal growth, and a commitment to fostering respect in their everyday lives.
The picture didn’t look too out of the ordinary. A couple bats, scattered gloves, maybe a hat and a pair of cleats. Standard for a college baseball locker.
As the semester comes to its end, it can be easy to pick up your phone after a long day of studying or test-taking. Phones offer us a sense of connection from the dopamine surges given through notifications to curated content and social approval. The uncertainty and randomness of these things are what keeps people going back, because when rewards are given unpredictably, they are more appealing. However, getting outside instead might even help you with finals a little. Studies have shown getting outside can help people concentrate and focus better, along with other benefits such as relaxation and improved physical and mental health.
It took about 18 miles for Benny Hickok to realize exactly why the race earned the designation as Indiana’s “toughest trail race.”
The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.
In August 2024, the City of Bloomington conducted a heat mapping campaign to measure temperature fluctuation in different parts of Bloomington.
Around 200 community members stood on the grounds of the Monroe County Courthouse Square on Friday to rally against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
This column was supposed to be about my experience going to Open Nights at the Kirkwood Observatory, but when I saw clouds and lightning Wednesday night, I opted out. I don’t have time to potentially get struck by lightning; I have finals to finish.
As the spring semester comes to an end at IU, students can close out the semester with local music around Bloomington ranging from folk to salsa to indie rock music.
Graduation is a full-circle moment that's more than just crossing the stage — it’s a time to celebrate with the people who helped you get there. Whether it’s good grubs or a picturesque stroll, Bloomington offers plenty of family-friendly ways to turn the week into memories you’ll cherish long after the caps have fallen.
