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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 75°F | Low: 62°F
Well, as we sip our morning coffee and look out the window today, it seems like we've got one of those classic Indiana weather mixes on our hands. 😊 It's mostly cloudy out there, with the sun playing a bit of hide and seek. If you're thinking about heading over to Goods for Cooks to pick up some new kitchen gadgets, you might want to grab an umbrella just in case—showers are likely to pop up late morning into the afternoon. 🌧️
The temperature's going to be pretty comfortable, hanging around the mid-70s. Perfect weather for a leisurely drive over to Ellettsville if you're looking for a quieter spot to enjoy the day. You might even consider a little detour to Monroe Lake. Maybe you'll spot where those old communities are rumored to be hiding beneath the waves. Just keep an eye on the sky in case it decides to throw a little thunder our way. 🌊👻
If you’re thinking of spending the evening out, the skies should clear up a bit. The weather's shaping up to be nice for sitting on the porch with a cold drink from Upland Brewing Company. 🍺 The breeze will be gentle, so it’s a good time to catch up with the neighbors or maybe even take a stroll down to the 4th Street International Market for some unique snacks. Just the kind of evening that feels like Bloomington at its best. 😊
So, keep the umbrella handy, enjoy the cooler temps, and maybe plan for a cozy indoor activity if the rain decides to hang around a little longer. Whatever you do today, make it a good one!
Last updated: May 23, 2026 11:30 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.

- New Bloomington sewer policy targets ‘strategic’ sites like airport property
- Seminary Pointe tenants get more time as Bloomington Convention Center host hotel moves ahead
- Cottage Grove conservation district OK’d by Bloomington city council on 7–1 vote
- Kirkwood proposal, power struggle over Bloomington streets, cued up for June 3
- May 21, 2026: Historic protection OK’d, skybridge art chosen, fare-free week for public buses, Ms. Lake Lemon!

- Bloomington High School South shelter-in-place lifted after student found with BB gun
- Bloomington Police Department summaries for May 12-19 include burglaries, assaults, thefts and drug arrests
- Pantry 279 to receive 40,000-pound food delivery in June
- MCCSC says financial strategy saved $13.2 million while limiting classroom impact
- Ellettsville Fire Department announces July 4 fireworks show
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- 🎙️ The Electron Pencil – Local commentary and civic opinion
- 📻 Earth Eats – Sustainable food and farming from WFIU/WTIU
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