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County middle schooler 1st in national history contest
Brown County Middle School student Aesop Birkemeier has been awarded first place in the Junior Division for his individual performance at the National History Day Contest in College Park, Md. Nearly 3,000 students from across the country presented history projects in five categories, performance, documentary, exhibit, paper and website. Each...
Monroe County to provide roadside storm debris pickup for its residents
MONROE COUNTY, Ind. — Roadside storm debris removal will be available for Monroe County residents starting next week. According to a press release, county officials have hired a private contractor to help remove tree debris from the area. Many trees and power lines around Monroe County were downed during a storm on June 25. Photos […]
Crews to start curbside storm debris pickup in Monroe County
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (WISH) — Recovery from late June storms takes a step forward starting Sunday in Monroe County. Local leaders have set dates and times for debris pickup. The June 25 storms in southern Indiana took a heavy toll on trees, damaging homes, businesses, and power lines. At the peak of the problems, more than […]
Youngest Monroe County GOP leader in history, Taylor Bryant, resigns
Taylor Bryant was an 18-year-old Indiana University freshman when she took the reins of Monroe County’s Republican Party, the youngest local party leader in history. Three years later, she’s stepping out of the role. She said it’s too expensive to live in the community where she grew up; and she’s moved out of the county and no longer is eligible to complete her 4-year term.
Monroe County property transfers: July 2
Property transfers filed at the Monroe County Assessor’s Office. Information includes property address, seller, buyer, sale price and date of sale. Names may reflect representatives of buyers and sellers. April 22. 5149 W. Hanks Crossing, Bloomington; Omshri Rajaravivarma of Bloomington sold to Michael and Camilla Wallace of Bloomington; $349,900;...
Road paving, traffic light construction and sewer project lead to expected road closures
Road closures have been a reality for Brown Countians within the last few months and it looks like they might be for the foreseeable future. Brown County Highway Department Office Manager Sandra Pool said that construction on Gatesville road was scheduled to wrap up last week, with the primary focus this week being on Bear Creek and Branstetter roads.
Marina on Lake Monroe still cleaning up after storm
INDIANAPOLIS — As boaters enjoyed a quiet day on Lake Monroe Monday, they floated by storm damage and clean up crews. Last Tuesday night, a storm rolled through Bloomington, leaving debris on land and in the water. "There were like 20 trees and wires down. When we got here,...
Bloomington restaurants, bars welcome back happy hour after 39 years
On July 1, Hoosier bars and restaurants began offering something missing from the state's beverage scene for 39 years: Happy hour is back. On April 14, Gov. Eric Holcomb signed House Bill 1086, which allows restaurants and bars in Indiana to once again have and promote "happy hours" by offering alcoholic beverages for a discounted price during certain hours each week.
Exciting Lineup Awaits at the 2024 Monroe County Fair Grandstand
Bloomington, IN — The Monroe County Fairgrounds are gearing up for a thrilling series of events at the Grandstand, promising exhilarating entertainment for all ages throughout the fair week. From daring motor sports to family-friendly showcases, the Grandstand schedule offers something for everyone, with gates opening each night at 6:00 p.m.
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