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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 29°F | Low: 27°F
Looks like we've got a little bit of everything coming our way here in Bloomington today! 🌤️❄️
Starting off with some partly sunny skies and a high near 29, it's going to be a chilly one out there. So, grab that cozy scarf and maybe a warm cup of coffee if you're heading out for a morning stroll in Bryan Park or browsing the latest best sellers at Book Corner. 📚🐕
As we head into the evening, snow is likely to make an appearance after 5 am, with the temperature holding steady around 27. It's the perfect night to stay in, maybe whip up a delicious meal with some spices from Apna Bazaar International Market and cozy up with a good book by the fire. 🛒🍛
Now, for tomorrow, brace yourself for some more snow in the morning, mainly before 8 am. But don't worry, by the afternoon, those clouds will start to part, and we'll see the sun peeking through with a high near 48. It's shaping up to be a day where you might want to pack an extra layer as you head out to explore the serene beauty of The Arboretum or take a leisurely drive out to Monroe Lake's Submerged Communities. 🌊🌼
So, my fellow Bloomington neighbors, keep those snow boots handy, maybe an umbrella, and a smile on your face as we navigate this mix of wintry weather together. Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy the changing scenes of our lovely city! ✨🧣
Last updated: March 17, 2026 11:54 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.

- RDC clears path for closing on Trades District hotel real estate deal, project history reviewed
- Monroe County attorney gives update on activity related to choice of new jail site, financing, and ACLU feedback
- March 16, 2026: Branding contract questions, displaced tenants in county-owned apts, editor’s note
- Civic Solver: March 16, 2026
- Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish

- Strike at major JBS beef plant highlights erosion of worker protections in America
- Lotus announces 2026 Blossoms season with performances, workshops and community events
- Kirkwood wins inaugural Arlington IndyCar race, takes series points lead
- IU athletic director Scott Dolson named 2026 NACDA Athletics Director of the Year
- Concerned Scientists @ IU to host April 14 candidate forum focused on science policy
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- 📻 Earth Eats – Sustainable food and farming from WFIU/WTIU
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