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- Jan. 29, 2026: Snow plowing, school financing, former H-T building, Perry Township trustee vacancy
- Madison Street & 7th Street
- MCCSC board OKs no raises for non-teacher pay, gets finance report, hears safety update
- 3rd Street & College Avenue
- Private roads, public emergency: Snow exposes Monroe County plowing gap
- Rogers Street & Kirkwood Avenue
- MCCSC board to take up pay, stipends, and financial update at first 2026 meeting
- Indiana hospitals warn of cuts, closures without lawmaker intervention
- Indiana Senate backs bill restricting transgender school restroom use
- Trump posts support for 2 more Republican challengers over Indiana redistricting votes
- Indiana National Guard ‘military police’ bill passes House
- Marcus Ericsson leans into “bounce-back” mindset, searches for feel and confidence ahead of 2026 IndyCar season
- CBP virtual recruitment event posted at IU as DHS faces scrutiny over Minnesota shootings and overseas backlash
- Indiana Democrats’ Statehouse roundup: utilities, property taxes, public lands, DCS safeguards, and Guard/ICE accountability
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🌞 BloomingtonOnline Weather Report
High: 21°F | Low: 3°F
Well, good morning, Bloomington! 🌞 Looks like we've got a cozy winter day ahead of us here in our lovely little corner of Indiana. I've just peered out the window and checked in with our trusty weather app, so here's the scoop for today!
We're starting off with some sunshine trying to peek through those fluffy clouds, with a high near 21. Not too shabby, right? A calm wind is keeping things feeling peaceful out there. Now, keep an eye out for a chance of flurries later on, maybe before 11 pm, and then again between 11 pm and 4 am. Just a little winter sprinkle to keep things interesting!
As we head into the evening, it's looking mostly cloudy with a low around 3. Brrr, that's definitely a snuggle-under-the-blankets kind of night. The wind stays calm, so no need to worry about any blustery surprises.
Tomorrow, we're looking at partly sunny skies once more, with a high near 19. Wind chill values might dip as low as -3, so bundle up and stay warm, neighbors! A gentle north wind of 3 to 7 mph will be whispering through our streets.
So, grab that extra layer, maybe a cozy scarf, and enjoy the day, whether you're strolling through Wylie House Museum's gardens, grabbing a bite at La Bonita, or taking a peaceful walk along the Limestone Greenway. And hey, who knows, maybe the Beanblossom Bottoms frogs will serenade you on your way! 🐸🌞
Stay warm, stay safe, and have a wonderful day, Bloomington! See you around the neighborhood! 🏡🌿
Last updated: January 29, 2026 11:30 am
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