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PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Invites Community Input on Gateway North Planning Effort

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington. The City of Bloomington invites residents, business owners, and other community members to share their priorities for the future of the Gateway North area at a community conversation on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m. at City Hall, 401 N. Morton Street. The event will include a pizza dinner and informal discussions with Planning & Transportation staff about how people live, work and spend time in the area, as well as what they would like to see in the future.

Bloomington, IN · 5d

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Bloomington city council approved ordinance restricting AI superintelligence last week; Lack of federal action cited

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — November 10, 2026. The Bloomington Common Council unanimously approved an ordinance Nov. 4 that prohibits the distribution and deployment of artificial superintelligence within city limits, framing the measure as an interim public safety response to what its sponsor described as risks from increasingly autonomous AI systems.

Bloomington, IN · 4d

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Local clerk-treasurer has been censured

The Farmersburg Town Council issued a formal censure against clerk-treasurer Angela McCullough following allegations of employee misconduct and potential alcohol misuse during work hours.

Farmersburg, IN · 8d

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Monroe County jail notebook: Population holds steady above 200, stays under ACLU threshold

Monroe County’s jail population stood at 204 on Saturday (Nov. 7), which is down 1 from a week ago. It marks the 32nd day in a row when the count of prisoners has been below the ACLU’s version of the jail’s functional capacity, which is 229. Unlike...

Monroe County, IN · 7d

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Bloomington Fire Department opens new logistics and training facility

The Bloomington Fire Department officially opened a new logistics and training facility Friday during a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new facility is located at 3182 S. Walnut St. The new building, named the Operations Center, began construction in early 2025, according to B Square Bulletin. It was completed at a...

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5 Best Restaurants in Bloomington, Indiana You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Bloomington, Indiana — a city where limestone buildings glow in the morning sun, where the laughter of students mingles with the wisdom of old-timers, and where the air is perfumed with the promise of something soulful simmering on every block. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: stately university halls, indie record shops, and the gentle sprawl of neighborhoods stitched together by memory, migration, and the restless hum of possibility.

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Bloomington will shut down Griffy Lake trails, shoreline and boating access during two November weekends for controlled deer hunt

Bloomington, Indiana – A walk through Griffy Lake’s woods or a quiet afternoon on the water will need to wait during two November weekends. Controlled deer hunts will close the entire nature preserve, including its trails, shoreline and lake. Bloomington Parks and Recreation has scheduled the hunts for Nov. 14–15 and Nov. 21–22 as part […] The post Bloomington will shut down Griffy Lake trails, shoreline and boating access during two November weekends for controlled deer hunt appeared first on The Bloomington Star .

Bloomington, IN · 9d

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Idea to change one way streets

There have been recent ideas to reconstruct South College Avenue and South Walnut Street to improve the infrastructure of downtown Bloomington, but what is the reasoning behind this change?. One of the main reasons behind the possible construction on these two streets is safety. Bloomington’s population has been growing throughout...

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Bloomington city council bars superintelligent AI, dismisses removal of commission member

During a nearly five-hour long meeting Wednesday, the Bloomington City Council voted on artificial superintelligence use, amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance and issuance of Bloomington general obligation bonds. The council also discussed the removal of a commission advisory member who had allegations of city code of conduct and Indiana’s...

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Planning commission approves zoning exemption for battery storage

Representatives from NextEra Energy recently answered questions at a meeting of the Area Planning Commission about an amendment to Vigo County’s unified zoning ordinance, which would create a special exception for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Terre Haute City Council representative Amanda Thompson raised concerns about the possibility of...

Vigo County, IN · 8d

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Bloomington caps big week for fire department with new operations center, funding for aerial truck

Bloomington’s fire department had a big week. Four fire-related actions were taken by the city council on Wednesday (Nov. 4), and on Friday morning firefighters and city officials marked the opening of a new $7.95-million operations center on South Walnut Street. Instead of cutting a ribbon, the officials and...

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Bloomington residents can test their knowledge and compete for prizes in new trivia championship series next month

Bloomington, Indiana – Bloomington’s trivia title comes with more than one route to the final. A team can earn its place with a single winning night, while a strong running point total could also put it in contention for the championship. That gives teams in the Bloomington Trivia Championship Series two reasons to keep their […] The post Bloomington residents can test their knowledge and compete for prizes in new trivia championship series next month appeared first on The Bloomington Star .

Bloomington, IN · 9d

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Terry Modesitt: 20 Years in Office, One Final Verdict

After nearly 20 years as Vigo County Prosecutor, five terms, and countless courtroom appearances, Terry Modesitt has received a verdict of his own. On November 3, voters chose Johnny Vaughn over Modesitt, 14,116 to 13,340, according to unofficial election results. Modesitt was first elected in 2006 and sought a sixth...

Vigo County, IN · 10d

Indiana Daily Student

PRESS RELEASE: Temporary All-Way Stop Coming to Second and Walker Streets November 9

The following is a press release written by Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington. The Second Street Improvement Project continues to make steady progress on schedule, bringing crews closer to completing vital roadway, safety, and infrastructure enhancements throughout the corridor. As part of the ongoing construction, eastbound traffic remains...

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New 3-way Alcohol Permit Applications Are Open

Downtown businesses can now apply for new three-way alcohol permits, offering a more affordable path to serving beer, wine, and liquor. The applications can be accessed at http://bton.in/civic. Alcohol’s high profit margins and mostly non-perishable nature make it a critical menu component of a generally high-risk business. Bloomington has had...

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State road closure could affect Vigo County drivers

The Indiana Department of Transportation is scheduled to close a section of State Road 159/246 in Vigo County beginning November 9 for a culvert replacement project.

Vigo County, IN · 10d

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Changes could be coming to how the Vigo County Council budget is formed

The Vigo County Council approved a $112 million budget for 2027 on Monday while Auditor Larry Hutchings indicated the county may seek to change its budget formation process in the future.

Vigo County, IN · 10d

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Addison Koie Was the First Baby Ever Surrendered Under Vigo County's Safe Haven Program, and the Indiana Mom Who Adopted Her Had Struggled for Years With Infertility

Addison Koie was the first baby surrendered under Vigo County's Safe Haven program. Her adoptive mom, Brandi Koie, had struggled with infertility for years. The post Addison Koie Was the First Baby Ever Surrendered Under Vigo County’s Safe Haven Program, and the Indiana Mom Who Adopted Her Had Struggled for Years With Infertility appeared first on parentdiaries.com .

Vigo County, IN · 10d

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Empowering Women of Crawford County Gathering Funds for “Wreaths Across America”

(Undated) — Empowering Women of Crawford County is working to honor fallen veterans. They will once again be taking part in the “Wreaths Across America” event in December. Empowering Women of Crawford County is currently seeking donations to purchase wreaths for the veterans laid to rest at Robinson New Cemetery. Last year, local volunteers braved the bitter December cold to help Empowering Women of Crawford County honor more than nine hundred servicemen and women who call the Robinson New Cemetery their final resting place by placing wreaths. To learn more about “Wreaths Across America” and how you can sponsor a wreath, visit wreathsacrossamerica.org.

Crawford County, IL · 8d

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