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PRESS RELEASE: Hoosier Trails Council Welcomes Randy Saunders as New Scout Executive

The Hoosier Trails Council, Scouting America, has appointed Randy Saunders as its new Scout Executive, has appointed Randy Saunders as its new Scout Executive, overseeing the council's 18 counties in south-central Indiana, with over 130 active Scouting units and thousands of youth and volunteers, effective June 1, 2025.

OPINION: Gender-affirming healthcare is good, actually.

The anti-trans moral panic is rife with misinformation, and it was never about protecting kids. 

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Issues Notice of Default for Crawford Apartments, Reinforces Commitment to Supportive Housing

The City of Bloomington has issued a formal notice of default and suit regarding Title 16 health and safety violations to the property owners of Crawford Apartments, a Permanent Supportive Housing complex on Henderson Street designed to serve individuals experiencing street homelessness.

PRESS RELEASE: Buskirk-Chumley Theater Celebrates Fourth of July with BOGO Ticket Sale

This Fourth of July, the Buskirk-Chumley Theater is giving audiences something to cheer about with a Buy-One-Get-One FREE ticket offer on select upcoming events. From July 1 through July 7, use the promo code 4THOFJULY at checkout to receive a free ticket with the purchase of another. 

PRESS RELEASE: Bloomington Fire Department Becomes Permanent Car Seat Fitting Station

The Bloomington Fire Department (BFD) is now the home of Monroe County’s first permanent station to fit child car seats in vehicles.

Some IU websites down as UITS changes host server

Chairman of Monroe County Democratic Party resigns

Samuel Ujdak said he is unable to serve the role with the necessary amount of commitment and clarity.

COLUMN: ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ is a nostalgic flight back home

DreamWorks newest live action remake captures all the heart of the original. 

OPINION: Home workouts can be better than the gym — here’s how I make them work

At home workouts are more efficient, comfortable and affordable.

COLUMN: 5 songs to add to your summer road trip playlist

These tunes will make long hours in the car fly by. 

COLUMN: ‘Materialists’ asks us to come to terms with love under capitalism

Celine Song’s second film is a commentary on the modern marketplace of dating. 

How to choose contact lenses? A practical guide for beginners

Choosing contact lenses can feel overwhelming, especially for beginners.

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigating targeted shooting on South College Drive

The shooting occurred in the early morning hours of June 18.

Highlighting Bloomington Black-owned businesses on Juneteenth

MCCSC announces no teacher layoffs for upcoming school year

The Monroe County Community School Corporation announced no teacher layoffs despite ongoing financial challenges that led to the elimination of non-classroom positions.

UPDATED: Tornado watch for Monroe County lifted

The watch also includes 34 counties across Indiana.  

Man arrested, charged with intimidation at ‘No Kings’ rally

Police questioned and arrested Hyun Joon Kim after a disturbance during Saturday's protest.

What is the Grad and Professional Student Government?

The GPSG was created in 1983 as the Graduate Student Organization by then-Graduate School dean Leo Solt, hoping to create more room for graduate voices on campus.  

Why ‘whole package’ Aleksa Ristic committed to Indiana men’s basketball

Ristic said he brings shooting, passing and pick-and-roll proficiency to Indiana’s roster. 

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Announces 2025 Recipients of Arts Project Grants

The City of Bloomington has announced the recipients for its 2025 Arts Project Grants.