Latest News in Bloomington, IN

Series of Construction Projects Planned for Hopewell Site

The City of Bloomington will initiate a series of construction projects at the former IU Health Bloomington Hospital site, transforming it into the Hopewell Neighborhood. Key projects include roadway improvements on West Second Street and the development of affordable housing on South Jackson Street, with work scheduled to begin on September 21, 2025. These initiatives aim to enhance infrastructure and expand housing options in the community.

Connect with City Leaders at District 5 Traveling Town Hall, Sept. 5

City leaders in Bloomington will host a traveling town hall event on September 5, 2025, at 401 N Morton St. Residents can engage with officials to discuss neighborhood development and community concerns, including issues surrounding feral cats.

City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males to Host Annual Youth Summit

The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males will host a Youth Leadership Summit on September 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at City Hall. The event aims to engage middle and high school male-identifying students with workshops and discussions focused on leadership and personal growth. Registration is free, and all students are encouraged to attend.

Project 46 Releases Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory and High-Impact Actions Report

Project 46 Southern Indiana Regional Climate Alliance released its 2022 Inventory of Community-Wide Greenhouse Gas Emissions, revealing a total of 4.2 million metric tons emitted, predominantly from vehicles and buildings. The report suggests that implementing high-impact actions could reduce emissions by up to 39% by 2030.

Parks and Recreation Announces Leslie Brinson as Recreation Services Division Director

Bloomington Parks and Recreation appointed Leslie Brinson as the new Recreation Services Division Director, effective August 18. Brinson has over 20 years of experience in recreation programming and will oversee key community programs and events.

Animal Shelter Announces Matching Fundraiser to Help Animals in Need

Bloomington Animal Shelter launches a matching fundraiser from September 1 to September 21 to support its medical fund, aiming to raise up to $20,000. Community donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar, doubling the impact for animals needing urgent care. Director Virgil Sauder emphasizes the critical need for support as the shelter faces capacity challenges.

Community Invited to Council Discussion on Housing

Bloomington's municipal council invites community members to discuss housing concerns at the Morton Street station on August 21, 2025. The meeting will address the Unified Development Ordinance and neighborhood development strategies. Community engagement is crucial for shaping local housing policies.

Civic Access 2025 Upgrade

The City of Bloomington will take the Civic Access portal offline for a system upgrade on Thursday, August 21, from 6 pm to 10 pm. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly as access to city services will be temporarily unavailable during this time.

Bloomington Arts Commission Announces 2025 Arts Operations Grant Cycle

The Bloomington Arts Commission has launched its 2025 Arts Operations Grant Cycle, inviting local organizations to apply for funding. This initiative aims to support the arts community in Bloomington, Indiana, enhancing local cultural offerings. Applications will be accepted through the Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association.

August 13, 2025 GIS System Patch

The City of Bloomington will take its GIS system and related applications offline on August 13 from 9 PM to midnight to implement a security patch. During this outage, users will be unable to submit applications for business licenses, plans, and permits, and online maps will be unavailable.