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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: 80°F | Low: 57°F
Well, as I stare out my window this morning, it looks like we're in for one of those picture-perfect Bloomington days 🌞. The kind that makes you want to get out and explore a bit—maybe wander through the aisles at World Foods Market, picking up something interesting to cook for dinner tonight.
We’re expecting the sun to keep us company all day long, with temperatures getting cozy at around 80 degrees. Just the right kind of warmth for a walk along the ridge trail at the Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve. If you're a bird watcher, you might even catch a few feathered friends enjoying the sunshine too 🪶.
The wind’s got a bit of a personality today, coming out of the southwest at a good clip. You might find it playing with your hair or nudging your hat off if you’re not careful. But it’s nothing a good cup of coffee or a piece of fair trade chocolate from Global Gifts can’t balance out 😊.
As evening rolls in, things are looking mostly clear with a pleasant dip to around 57 degrees. Perfect for sitting on the porch and maybe pouring a little something from The Olive Leaf to pair with those World Foods finds from earlier.
Overall, it’s one of those days that makes you grateful to be in Bloomington. Enjoy it, neighbors! 🌻
Last updated: April 22, 2026 4:34 pm
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📰 Bloomington News
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.

- Bloomington police: Man arrested on charge of attempted murder with aid of Flock cameras
- Deckard, Henry outline competing approaches to Monroe County leadership
- Bloomington RDC signs off on public offering for College Square, declines 30‑day pause for land‑swap talks
- Four finalist proposals revealed for Bloomington Convention Center art, public input sought
- Student cards again barred as ID at Indiana polls as federal appeals court halts prelim injunction

- Bloomington police arrest son after woman critically injured in house fire
- Photos: House destroyed by fire Wednesday night on S. Rogers
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- Bloomington police investigating serious crash at Curry Pike and West Third after Subaru struck, pushed into gas pump
- Bloomington man charged in alleged peeping incidents near downtown, court records say
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