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Local Veterans Affairs post assists homeless veterans

By Gage Bentley · Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 11:29 p.m.

The post sponsored the second annual Stand Down, a combined effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs and community organizations to help veterans experiencing homelessness.

2 men arrested by police for Kroger Pumpkin theft

Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 11:27 p.m.

After allegedly stealing shopping carts full of pumpkins from Kroger at Second and College streets, two 18-year-old IU students have been charged with felony theft, illegal consumption of alcohol and resisting law enforcement.

Event presents Middle Way House rooftop garden

By Jessica Campbell · Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 11:25 p.m.

The rooftop garden at Middle Way was presented to those interested in the garden and its sustainability techniques Friday and Saturday.

Local animal owners run for shelter funds

By Samantha Schmidt · Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 11:21 p.m.

The walk took place Sunday morning at Dunn Meadow. It started with a timed 5K run followed by an untimed walk for all registered participants and their dogs.

Indiana Senate candidates to debate tonight in Indianapolis

Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 11:18 p.m.

State treasurer candidates Republican Richard Mourdock, Libertarian Andrew Horning and Rep. Joe Donnelly, D-2nd District, will square off from 7 to 8 p.m.

City officials honor Citizens’ Academy graduates

By Samantha Schmidt · Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 11:16 p.m.

The meeting served as the final class of a nine-week program called the Citizens’ Academy, an interactive program allowing Bloomington residents an opportunity to learn about the services, responsibilities and challenges of local government, program manager Vickie Provine said.

BPD issues arrest warrant for sexual assault suspect

Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 11:13 p.m.

Bloomington police issued an arrest warrant after a 46-year-old female was allegedly sexually assaulted by her neighbor at about 9 a.m. Saturday in Acadia Court Apartments.

Column: Pledges dress to impress for fall

By Megan Walschlager · Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 10:12 p.m.

With enough Vineyard Vines and Ralph Lauren to clothe a small country, it is truly a North Jordan Avenue miracle.

Column: 8 weeks down, 8 to go

By Hannah Smith · Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 10:10 p.m.

Two months ago, I was boarding a plane, terrified of becoming lost in half dozen airports and about what waited upon landing here. Now, I can’t imagine going back. In fact, I can’t really imagine home at all.

Jacobs School to present auditions, guitar festival

Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 10:08 p.m.

The third annual Indiana International Guitar Festival and Competition will include guest artists and instrument demonstrations. The Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions’ Indiana District round will begin at noon on Oct. 27.

'Chicago' to arrive in Bloomington

Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 10:06 p.m.

The IU Auditorium will present the award-winning musical Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Tickets range from $20 to $41 for students and $38 to $62 for the general public.

Glass pumpkins decorate courthouse lawn as fundraiser for studio

By Makenzie Holland · Sunday, Oct. 14,2012 10:05 p.m.

Saturday marked the third annual Great Glass Pumpkin Patch fundraiser. All proceeds from the event will be used to bring a glass studio to Bloomington.

BPD responds to fight, possible shots fired

By IDS staff · Saturday, Oct. 13,2012 10:11 p.m.

Police responded early Saturday morning to a call about a fight which ended with a victim alive and lying on the ground near six bullet casings in the 100 block of North Clark Street, Bloomington Police Department Lt. Faron Lake said.

Trustees hear reports on parking, merger

By Michelle Sokol · Friday, Oct. 12,2012 12:52 p.m.

A committee formed to explore the possibility of privatizing parking at IU was given the go-ahead from the IU Board of Trustees Thursday to hire a financial adviser.

Driver pulls gun on bicyclist following minor accident

By IDS staff · Thursday, Oct. 11,2012 1 a.m.

A driver allegedly pulled a semi-automatic handgun on a bicyclist heading west-bound along East 10th Street after the bicyclist hit the back bumper of a black Mini Cooper.

WonderLab event to highlight candy making

By IDS staff · Thursday, Oct. 11,2012 12:57 a.m.

The WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology in partnership with Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard will present a special holiday-themed workshop Sunday.

City announces redevelopment plan for downtown land

By Samantha Schmidt · Thursday, Oct. 11,2012 12:53 a.m.

The City of Bloomington invited community members to participate in planning workshops Tuesday to gain feedback on redevelopment plans for recently acquired downtown property.

Early voting turnout lower than 2008

By Matthew Glowicki · Thursday, Oct. 11,2012 12:48 a.m.

More than 400 people voted at the Curry building in downtown Bloomington Wednesday, but that number is nearly 350 shy of 2008's voter turnout on the second day of early voting.

IU looks to upset No. 8 Buckeyes

By Jordan Littman · Thursday, Oct. 11,2012 12:45 a.m.

While the Buckeyes are riding high after a 63-38 victory against Nebraska, the Hoosiers are trying to recover following their third straight loss.

Team tries to break 3-game losing streak

By Aaron Siegal-Eisman · Thursday, Oct. 11,2012 12:43 a.m.

History shows the Hoosiers (2-3, 0-2) haven’t been on the winning side much against No. 8 Ohio State (6-0, 2-0).

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