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🌞 Today’s Weather
Sunrise 6:35 AM · Sunset 9:09 PM · Moon: Waxing Crescent
Heads up, folks: there's an Air Quality Alert in effect, so if you're sensitive to smoke, you might want to keep your evening activities indoors tonight. We'll see showers and thunderstorms popping up, mostly before midnight, so if you’re out and about, maybe duck into a cozy spot like Mother Bear’s Pizza until things settle down.
After the rain wraps up, some patchy fog and smoke could linger, especially late into the night. If you're out for an early Sunday stroll, be mindful of the visibility until the sun burns it off.
Last updated: July 18, 2026 9:37 pm
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🌟 Life in Bloomington
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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🗞️ This Week in Bloomington
An editor’s roundup of the week’s stories from across Monroe County’s local outlets — grouped by theme, linked to the source.
This Week in Bloomington
Sports
Sports enthusiasts in Bloomington have much to look forward to with exciting news and events.
- Monshun Sales Commits To Indiana: No. 1 2027 WR Picks Hoosiers Over Alabama, Texas …
- CAITLIN CLARK’S 7TH 3 FORCES OT ｜ Indiana Fever WNBA women’s basketball #scoopz …
- Stock already rising for Indiana’s freshmen following first exhibition game
Weather
Stay prepared with the latest weather updates for Bloomington, Indiana.
Arts and Culture
Bloomington offers a vibrant arts and culture scene with events and programs to engage the community.
- Youth Radio Presents: Summer Science Program in Biochemistry 2026 · WFHB
- Art Walk 40 – Listen to Yourself · WFHB
- Claire Pendreigh – Youth Radio Summer Camp Feature · WFHB
- Lotus Festival: Two-Day Weekend Pass, Fri. Oct. 02, 2026 | Multiple Venues | Bloomington, IN
- Once Upon A Mattress · Events Calendar
- Live Music · Events Calendar
Jobs and Employment
Explore the latest job opportunities available in Bloomington across various sectors.
- Office Jobs, Employment in Bloomington, IN | Indeed
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes hiring Ambassador in Bloomington, IN | LinkedIn
- Volleyball Coach for Middle School Girls | Bloomington | JobLeads.com
- Triage Staffing is hiring Travel Vascular Sonographer jobs near me Bloomington, IN
- Elara Caring hiring Branch Director (RN) | Home Health | $10K Sign On Bonus! Job in …
- Top FedEx Customer Service Advisor jobs hiring near me Bloomington, IN at FedEx
Real Estate
The real estate market in Bloomington features a variety of listings for those interested in property.
- 2209 S Laurelwood Drive, Bloomington, IN 47401 – Indiana Regional MLS
- 920 N Madison Street, Bloomington, IN 47404 (MLS # 202623468)
- 4180 W Grand Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404 – Listing #:202602570 – Signature Realty Services
- 3200 Apt D John Hinkle Place, Bloomington, IN 47407
Community Events
Join the community in various events happening around Bloomington.
- The Cook Off, Saturday, September 19, 2026, 5:00pm | Buskirk-Chumley Theater
- Bingo Brunch · Events Calendar
- Bloomington Roller Derby Home Bout · Events Calendar
Local News
Catch up on recent developments and stories impacting the Bloomington area.
- Virginia Vernon Obituary – The Herald Times
- Bloomington electric scooter ridership drops 82%, city prepares new licensing round · The B Square Bulletin
- 50 years later, a bicentennial class reflects on a divided, yet hopeful, America
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Straight from the source
📰 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 Farmers’ Market, this is where Bloomington stays in the loop.
- Bloomington electric scooter ridership drops 82%, city prepares new licensing round
- A time capsule in steel words: The story of (C)olumn
- Jail-capacity figure struck from overcrowding resolution by Monroe County commissioners
- July 16, 2026: Host hotel; Scientia tax break; North Dunn subdivision; jail plan; parking rate overhaul
- CIB selects Dora for Bloomington Convention Center hotel, declines delay for potential land-swap
- Meta tells The Bloomingtonian its Facebook suspension is permanent
- Police Training on Bloomington’s North Side Mistaken for ICE Activity
- Indiana closes fiscal year with $3.99 billion in reserves as Democrats question unspent education funds
- Pierce says Indiana lawmakers must reverse utility policies favoring companies over ratepayers
- Yoder accuses Braun of double standard after state ends minority, women contracting preferences
Our News Sources
A curated roundup from trusted local voices:
- 🟥 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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📅 What’s Happening This Week
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