Rebecca Greenan, a Bloomington doula, draws on a girl's ankle using henna. As a doula, Greenan works with women to change the way that pregnancy and women are perceived.
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Doula works for women's empowerment
Sitting on the ground next to the B-Line trail, a doula carefully drew a henna sun onto a smiling girl’s ankle. There was no set price for the woman’s artwork, though she gladly accepted donations. After each piece of body art was complete, she asked the customer, “Are you a hugger?” before wrapping them in her design-covered arms.
Art instructors needed by local nonprofit
This fall, nonprofit LIFEDesigns is taking its art class to the next level by encouraging local artists to volunteer as teachers.
Social media campaign educates youth about Lifeline
When the student body presidents from six Indiana universities approached state Sen. Jim Merritt, R-31st District, in fall 2011, he wasn’t sure he could help them.
Yoga students learn Hindu form of alternative medicine
For Dr. Indu Arora, everything is medicine.
Health emergency declared in Monroe County
The Monroe County Health Department declared a local public health emergency because of an epidemic of hepatitis C.
Indiana for Bernie Sanders starts campaign in Bloomington
When Jessica Martlage, a Bloomington resident, started the Indiana for Bernie Sanders Facebook group, she said she didn’t really know what she was getting into.
iCan Bike rolls into Bloomington
For one young boy, the end of the week could bring him two new things: the ability to ride a bike and a brand new pet as a reward.
Shelli Yoder announces Congressional candidacy
Shelli Yoder, a Democrat and Monroe County Council member, announced her candidacy for a seat in the United States House of Representatives on Monday.
Unique snack bar company grows in Bloomington
If you were traveling to the moon, you’d probably want a snack bar that could remain edible for a year. Here on Earth, however, the owners of UGo Bars said they don’t understand why food needs to last so long.
Teenagers do morning drills Wednesday at Bloomington's first Teen Police Academy.
Tongue Twister fundraiser promotes literacy
Imagine an imaginary menagerie manager imagining managing an imaginary menagerie.
Wisdom circles to honor congressman
Rep. John Lewis, D-5th District of Georgia, has been arrested and beaten more than 40 times in his struggle for racial equality.
Teenagers attend police academy
Turning on the television today, it’s hard to avoid stories about altercations with the police. Whether it’s about racial discrimination or excessive brutality, the current media environment has created a growing distrust of America’s law enforcement. One way to counter that, Bloomington police officers said, is with education.
Roger Taylor takes ears of fresh corn off the grill at the Monroe County Fair. He guessed his booth sells around 60 dozen ears each day during the weekdays.
Cinnamon rolls from Dottie's Cinnamon Roll stand are made fresh at the fairgrounds.
Fergie and Peanut munch on hay at the Monroe County Fair.
A pig lounges under a fan at the fair Saturday.
Carly Loeper was one of the contestants in this year's Monroe County Fair Baby Contest.
Winston the groundhog munches on peanuts at the Wildcare center.