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PRESS RELEASE: Bloomington Fire Department Receives $75,000 Grant for Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program

The City of Bloomington Fire Department has been awarded a $75,000 grant to support its Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) program.

PRESS RELEASE: Traveling Town Hall with Mayor Kerry Thomson Set for Sept. 9

Mayor Kerry Thomson will host the next Traveling Town Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Binford Elementary, 2300 E 2nd St. Council member Dave Rollo will also attend.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males Invites Local Teens to Fifth Annual Black Male Youth Summit

The City of Bloomington’s Commission on the Status of Black Males (CSBM) is inviting middle school and high school-aged males to attend the fifth annual Black Male Youth Summit.

PRESS RELEASE: MCHA Teams Up with Monroe Fire Station 24 to Offer Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic for Dogs and Cats

Monroe County Humane Association (MCHA) is happy to announce its September event to help local cat and dog owners keep their animals safe and healthy.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington to Commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month with 2024 La FIesta del Otoño

The City of Bloomington will host La Fiesta del Otoño on Saturday, Sept. 21 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Switchyard Park Pavilion, located at 1601 S Rogers St. The event is free, family-friendly, and open to all, providing an opportunity for the community to come together for National Hispanic Heritage Month.

PRESS RELEASE: Bloomington, Monroe County Officials Sign Letter Supporting New Economic Development District in South Central Indiana

Officials from the City of Bloomington, Monroe County, and the Bloomington City Council have jointly signed a letter of support for the establishment of a new Economic Development District (EDD) in South Central Indiana. The proposed EDD would include Brown, Monroe, and Owen Counties—regions known for their shared economic strengths and collaborative efforts.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Names Katherine Zaiger as Director of Utilities

The City of Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson has appointed Katherine Zaiger as City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) Director, effective immediately.

PRESS RELEASE: Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women and the League of Women Voters Celebrate Women’s Equality Day by Sharing Essential Voting Information

The Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women, in collaboration with the League of Women Voters - Bloomington/Monroe County, is observing Women’s Equality Day by sharing essential voting information to encourage women’s participation in upcoming elections. 

PRESS RELEASE: Blue Revue August 23

Jerry Stinson, a life-long supporter of the Democratic Party, has sadly passed away at the age of 97.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Announces Downtown and W 3rd Street Maintenance Projects

The City of Bloomington will begin two street maintenance projects in late August and September focusing on street maintenance.

Press Release: City of Bloomington’s 2025 Proposed Budget Available for Public Review

The City of Bloomington released its proposed budget for 2025, now available for public review ahead of budget hearings with the City Council.

PRESS RELEASE: Parks & Recreation Hosts Public Meeting on New Powerline Trail Design

Parks and Recreation is holding a public meeting Sept. 4 at the Pavilion at Switchyard Park, 1601 S. Rogers St. in Bloomington, to share information about the design of a new trail that will begin at Rogers Street across from the Switchyard Park entrance and run .9 miles west beneath the power lines.

PRESS RELEASE: Blue Revue August 20

With 76 days left until the General Election, Democrats will use this opportunity to rally around our presumptive nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, and her running mate, Governor Tim Walz.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Utilities and Milestone Contractors LP Announce Clear Creek Culvert Reconstruction Project Final Phase

The City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) and its Bloomington-based partner Milestone Contractors LP are scheduled to complete the final phase on the Clear Creek Culvert Reconstruction project.

Press Release: Bloomington Utilities Lifts Precautionary Boil Water Advisory

The precautionary boil water advisory for Monroe County has been lifted, with the exception of 207 homes in Gentry Estates. More information, including specific addresses, is available at bloomington.in.gov/utilities or by calling 812-339-1444. 

Press Release: Bloomington Chamber Reveals 2024 Annual Meeting and Award Recipients

Press Release: A Statement from Mayor Kerry Thomson on Annexation Ruling

Mayor Kerry Thomson has issued the following statement in response to the recent annexation ruling: "I want to share an update following last night’s executive session with the City Council on Wednesday, Aug. 15.

Press Release: Bloomington & Ellettsville Chambers Urge New Jail Site

The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce and Ellettsville Chamber of Commerce issued a joint statement to the Monroe County Commissioners and Monroe County Council this week to urge consideration of a new, more accessible, and cost-effective site option for construction of the new jail.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Seeks Public Feedback on Mural Located at Duke Substation Walls

The City of Bloomington is seeking feedback for a mural design to be placed on the Duke Energy Substation walls located at the northwest corner of W. 11th St and N Rogers St.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Launches Free Small Business Technical Assistance Partnership Hosted by Retail Strategies

The City of Bloomington announced the launch of the Small Business Technical Assistance Partnership, a suite of on-demand, virtual training courses hosted by Retail Strategies.