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We’re more than just a college town. Bloomington is where limestone meets live music, where co-ops thrive alongside corner cafes. Whether you’re walking the B-Line Trail, catching a matinee at the Buskirk-Chumley, or grabbing tamales at the Farmers’ Market — this town has a rhythm of its own.
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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 61°F | Low: 44°F
You know, stepping outside this morning felt like nature’s gentle reminder that we’re inching further into fall. If you’re heading over to grab some goodies at Rong Cheng Supermarket 🥢🛒, be sure to bundle up a bit—there’s a bit of frost lingering around until about 9 a.m. But once that clears up, it’s going to be a sunny and beautiful day with temperatures climbing up to a nice 61 degrees. Perfect for a stroll if you’re planning to pop by the Monroe County History Center 🏛️📜 to soak in some local stories.
As the day goes on, you might want to keep a light jacket handy if you're planning on grabbing a bite at Upland Brewing Company 🍺🍔 this evening. It’s shaping up to be mostly clear tonight, with temperatures dipping down to around 44 degrees. A calm, cool evening—ideal for porch sitting or a quiet walk.
Tomorrow’s looking even warmer, nudging up to around 76 degrees. If you’re planning to explore the wonders of the Indiana Geological Survey 🗺️⛏️, you might encounter a bit of a breeze. Expect a few gusts now and then, but nothing too wild. Enjoy the sunshine and maybe a jaunt through campus or a visit to B-Town International Market 🍜🛒 to spice up your pantry. Soak in the beauty of the season, and have a lovely day ahead! 😊
Last updated: April 20, 2026 5:18 am
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Fresh from the front page — local headlines, neighborhood voices, and timely stories from across Monroe County. Whether it’s city hall or the farmer’s market, this is where Bloomington stays in the loop.

- Monroe County commissioners say ACLU imposed jail land-approval condition as council pushes back
- Bloomington ends Flock contract, says city will seek alternatives after review
- Monroe County council approves Seminary Pointe land transfer on 6-0-1 vote, as tenants and advocates warn Bloomington is losing what was left of old Bloomington
- Tonight: 9th District candidates to debate science and environment issues
- Motorcyclist clocked at 95 mph, allegedly topped 130 before Lake County crash on I-80, police say
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- 🟥 B Square Bulletin – Independent reporting on city government & local policy
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- 🟨 Limestone Post – Longform features, arts, and community stories
- 🎙️ The Electron Pencil – Local commentary and civic opinion
- 📻 Earth Eats – Sustainable food and farming from WFIU/WTIU
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