LETTER: Go to church to find social connection

It’s been a recurring theme that civic and societal participation has been on the decline in the past several decades. Various organizations are seeing continuous declines in membership, fewer people are volunteering and existing community groups are dominated by individuals over 40 as millennials and Gen Zers disengage at higher rates. As a result of this decline in social capital, our nation is very divided in the modern day. Fortunately, there is a way to reconnect with our community and do good work for our fellow man: go to church.

OPINION: We’ve created the most chalant ways to be nonchalant

Editor's note: All opinions, columns and letters reflect the views of the individual writer and not necessarily those of the IDS or its staffers. 

OPINION: Passenger rail carried me 500 miles across Finland. Why is it nonexistent here?

During spring break in Finland, I spent over 24 hours riding public transit. 

Cold Room vs. Industrial Refrigerator: Which One Does Your Business Actually Need?

When a business starts outgrowing its basic cooling setup, the question almost always comes up: Do we need a cold room, or would an industrial refrigerator get the job done? On the surface, both seem to serve the same purpose — keep things cold, prevent spoilage, stay compliant. But the differences between the two run deep enough that making the wrong call can cost you in energy bills, operational limitations, and regulatory headaches for years to come.

Graduating and Moving Out of State? A Practical Guide to Shipping Your Belongings

Most seniors underestimate how much stuff they have accumulated over four years. But when college ends, boxes pile up, and suddenly a cross-country move feels a lot more real than it did in May. Whether heading to a new job in Austin, a grad program in Boston, or just starting fresh somewhere new, figuring out how to move everything without overpaying or losing your mind takes some planning.

Bloomington laser tag and arcade center closes, citing increased local competition

Laserlite, a laser tag and arcade center located at 4505 E. Third St., is slated for closure on April 4 after 25 years in operation, according to the business’s Facebook page. 

COLUMN: Indiana men’s basketball is behind — here’s why

Here we are again. Another March without Indiana men's basketball in the NCAA tournament, watching teams like Purdue, Illinois and Michigan State make the Sweet 16 like it’s nothing. 

IU ending voluntary retirement program that prevents employees from 'disparaging' university

A one-time voluntary retirement program that prohibited employees from defaming, disparaging or making negative statements about Indiana University will end in May 2026, according to an IU spokesperson. 

How an IU athletic trainer tapes a team together

OPINION: Stop tweaking about GMOs. Embrace genetic modification

Editor's note: All opinions, columns and letters reflect the views of the individual writer and not necessarily those of the IDS or its staffers.      

PRESS RELEASE: Major Private Investment Advances Bloomington’s Innovation District with Planned 170-room Premium Hotel

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.

PRESS RELEASE: IU senior O'Neill student, Sarah Warf, Selected to Perform Stand-Up in LA at Bergamot Comedy Festival this week! 

The following is a press release written by Jennifer Warf. 

Bases-loaded struggles cost Indiana baseball in 5-4 loss

Indiana baseball has consistently found ways to put runners on base this season. Capitalizing off those opportunities, however, has been the challenge.  

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Requests Applications for Housing Quality Appeals Board

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington. 

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington and INDOT Reach Agreement to Reduce Tree Removal Along Pete Ellis Drive and E. 10th Street

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington. 

Indiana football announces spring game start time

More than two months after securing its first National Championship, Indiana football is beginning its next chapter. The Hoosiers will hold their annual spring football game at 8 p.m. April 23 at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. Doors for the event open to fans at 6:30 p.m., the program announced Wednesday. 

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Announces Rogers Street/Madison Street/Kinser Pike Corridor Study and Requests Public Input

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington. 

PRESS RELEASE: Grant Allows MCHA to Continue Expanded Spay and Neuter Assistance Program

The following is a press release written by Kristy Taylor for the Monroe County Humane Association. 

PRESS RELEASE: 2026 Arts Projects Grants Available for Bloomington Artists & Organizations

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.

City of Bloomington Announces 14th Annual Eco-Heroes Art Contest to Celebrate Our Nature at Night

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.