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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 54°F | Low: 48°F
Looks like Mother Nature has quite the symphony planned for us today! 🌧️⛈️
We'll be starting off with some rain and the chance of thunderstorms after 4 pm. So, if you're planning a trip to the Little Italy Market for some delicious pasta ingredients, you might want to grab that umbrella before heading out. 🍝☔
Patchy fog might roll in later tonight, especially if you're strolling through the Bloomington Antique Mall looking for hidden treasures. And hey, a cozy evening could be in store, perfect for snuggling up with a good book or movie. 📚🕰️
As for tomorrow, well, it looks like we'll be dancing with the rain and thunderstorms once again throughout the day. So, if you're thinking of a hike at the Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve to enjoy the bird songs, make sure to pack those rain boots! 🦜🌊
And don't forget, the Grunwald Gallery of Art is always there to offer some cultural inspiration if you're looking to escape the wet weather. 🎨🌦️
So, my dear neighbors, stay dry, stay safe, and don't forget to keep an eye on the weather app before making any big plans. After all, Bloomington weather can surprise us sometimes, but we're all in this together! ☂️💙
Last updated: March 3, 2026 11:31 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.

- Summit District residential TIF gets initial nod from Bloomington RDC, accord on road design OK’d
- Monroe County prosecutor candidates clash on non-prosecution pledges, protest role
- March 2, 2026: Strikes against Iran, county commissioner race, jail financing, charges in fatal crash
- Iranians in Bloomington demonstrate in support of strikes targeting Tehran regime
- Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish

- Photos: Bloomington firefighters respond to a duplex fire
- Driver jailed on preliminary OWI, reckless homicide charges in fatal Rockport Road crash, according to MCSO press release, and jail app
- Palou opens 2026 INDYCAR season with dominant St. Petersburg victory
- The Scene: Bloomington police respond to reported assault on Kirkwood as Saturday-night crowds pack downtown; Etc.
- Christopher Perantoni charged with Level 5 felony possession of child pornography in Bloomington case
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- 🟥 B Square Bulletin – Independent reporting on city government & local policy
- 🟦 The Bloomingtonian – Photojournalism & breaking local news
- 🟨 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
- 🏛️ IU News – Highlights from Indiana University & campus life
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