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Learn about Monroe County's Climate Action Plan and how it can be used to meet state goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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Bloomington's current method for counting vehicle miles could significantly underestimate transportation emissions, and experts are pushing for a new approach that could change the city's greenhouse gas inventory drastically!

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Commission reviews new methods to count transportation emissions; staff to add Google EIE data to 2024 inventory
Presenters told the Bloomington Commission on Sustainability that the city’s current in‑boundary VMT accounting likely undercounts transportation emissions and recommended adding Google Environmental Insights Explorer (EIE) data to produce an induced‑traffic, GPC‑aligned estimate; staff said EIE will be added to the 2024 inventory and historical recalculations will be run.
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January 17, 2026 at 2:33 AM
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The Bloomington Common Council just introduced three impactful ordinances that could reshape housing incentives, PUD standards, and city salaries—are you ready to see how it all unfolds?

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Council introduces three ordinances affecting housing incentives, PUD standards and city salaries
The Bloomington Common Council read synopses and introduced three ordinances on Jan. 7: amendments to Title 20 related to affordable housing incentives and impervious-surface allowances, revisions to PUD qualifying standards and AMI thresholds, and a salary ordinance aligning AFSCME and appointed officers' pay with a 2026 agreement.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:12 AM
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"Red Tash wrote and narrated this delightful book. It was full of family, love, and small-town situations with witchy intentions. I enjoyed the book, and recommend the listen. Can't wait for book 3." #audiobook #writernarrator #countryaccents #hoosierwriters #browncounty #monroecounty #bloomingto...
January 14, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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The debate over a statewide cell-phone ban in schools is heating up, pitting educators against parents over safety and focus in the classroom.

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Lawmakers, teachers and parents debate bell‑to‑bell cell‑phone ban in schools
At the update, callers and legislators discussed 'bell‑to‑bell' cell‑phone bans and proposed social‑media limits for minors. Legislators said prior policies require school boards to adopt phone rules; funding and implementation (Fort Wayne cited at ~$1,000,000) are central concerns but a ban has plausible chances in the session.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:08 AM
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Local health advocates are sounding the alarm: restricting syringe-exchange programs could trigger a public health crisis, increasing the risks of hepatitis and HIV infections.

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Local health advocates and lawmakers push to extend syringe-exchange authorizations (SB91)
Sen. Yoder and Rep. Pierce described Senate Bill 91, which would extend the sunset on county-level syringe‑exchange programs for 10 years; local callers warned that banning or curtailing exchange programs would raise infections and undermine harm‑reduction surveillance.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:42 AM
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House Bill 1231 aims to revolutionize lithium-ion battery recycling in Indiana, but what changes are on the horizon for waste management?

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District monitors battery-recycling bill and possible rewrite of state solid-waste code
Staff told the board Jan. 8 that House Bill 1231 would focus on lithium-ion battery recycling and that the district is seeking meetings with bill authors; directors also discussed rumors of a possible rewrite of Title 13 of the Indiana Code affecting solid-waste districts.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM
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The 2026 Indiana legislative session is gearing up for a whirlwind of high-stakes battles, with crucial decisions on Medicaid access, school rules, and housing supply looming just around the corner.

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Fast 2026 session opens with fights over Medicaid, utilities, school rules and redistricting fallout
Sen. Shelley Yoder and Rep. Matt Pierce told Bloomington-area listeners the 2026 Indiana legislative session will be compressed and consequential: GOP priorities include Senate Bill 1 (tighter Medicaid and SNAP rules), housing/zoning preemption and utility-rate changes; Democrats flagged medical-debt limits, child-care supports and a public-lands bill (SB67).
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January 13, 2026 at 11:18 PM
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Indiana lawmakers are proposing a significant change to bail laws that could allow judges to detain defendants without bail based on public safety risks—what could this mean for your rights?

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Legislators explain constitutional route and stakes for proposed bail change
At a Bloomington update, lawmakers described a senate joint resolution (SJR1) that would alter Indiana’s bail clause to allow judges to hold some defendants without bail if clear and convincing evidence shows danger or flight risk, and explained the multi-year constitutional-amendment process and potential need for implementing due‑process legislation.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:14 PM
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Trying out Monroe County's FIRST ever illuminated crosswalk with RRFB on Westfall Rd. in Brighton. Thanks Monroe County! We appreciate the focus on pedestrian safety! #MonroeCounty #SafeStreets
January 13, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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Monroe County has launched a powerful housing-inventory dashboard that reveals the intricate details of its housing landscape, including vacant parcels and diverse property types.

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Monroe County GIS team unveils housing-inventory dashboard to help planning decisions
Monroe County staff presented a publicly available GIS dashboard that combines parcel geometry, assessor attributes and census data to map existing housing types and vacant parcels; staff said the tool will help planners and the public identify vacant land vs. vacant structures and refine policy choices.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:26 PM
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Monroe County just allocated over a million dollars to boost housing, nutrition, and vital victim services—transforming lives in the community!

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Monroe County OKs continuum-of-care, CSBG and food-purchase allocations and STOP grant authorization
The commissioners approved Continuum of Care subrecipient contracts ($312,561), Community Service Block Grant allocations ($375,840), food-purchase program subrecipients ($279,220) and authorized the grants manager to sign a STOP grant for $125,000 to support victim services.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:57 AM
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Monroe County has officially declared January 2026 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month, launching a vital mission for awareness and community support to combat this pressing issue.

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Monroe County proclaims January 2026 Human Trafficking Prevention Month; Safe Monroe schedules awareness events
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners on Jan. 7, 2026 formally proclaimed January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month and heard from Safe Monroe about local awareness events, including a sidewalk 'red sand' project scheduled for Jan. 14 at the courthouse square.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:56 AM
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Monroe County is taking significant steps to combat the opioid crisis with new contracts for drug treatment services and a $296,529 fentanyl-awareness program.

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Commissioners approve multiple drug- and opioid-related contracts, including fentanyl-awareness program funded from opioid settlement
The board approved professional-service agreements for drug- and alcohol-treatment services, case management and correctional-facility services, and authorized a fentanyl-awareness contract (Kudu Correct) totaling $296,529.30 to be paid from the county's opioid settlement fund.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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"Red Tash wrote and narrated this delightful book. It was full of family, love, and small-town situations with witchy intentions. I enjoyed the book, and recommend the listen. Can't wait for book 3." #audiobook #writernarrator #countryaccents #hoosierwriters #browncounty #monroecounty #bloomingto...
January 7, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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The committee is raising alarms over a projected $500,000 budget shortfall by 2028, urging a deep dive into fiscal implications tied to the newly passed Senate Bill 1.

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Committee presses for fiscal analysis as Senate Bill 1 raises budget questions
Citizens and committee members pressed for a fiscal report tied to Senate Bill 1. Town staff said the committee’s accountants (Baker Tilly) expect flat budgets in the near term and projected a roughly $500,000 shortfall by 2028 without changes, making a fiscal plan a required part of reorganization.
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January 4, 2026 at 10:06 PM
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Ellettsville's Town Council has taken a significant step towards enhancing community safety by approving plans for a new fire station, but crucial amendments were made to ensure financing goes smoothly.

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Ellettsville approves MOU with Richland Township and Rogers Group to pursue new fire station; council strikes section on township sublease
Council approved a memorandum of understanding with Richland Township and Rogers Group to pursue construction of a new fire station on a 4-acre parcel; council amended the MOU to remove a section that bond counsel feared could prevent bond approval.
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January 4, 2026 at 6:54 AM
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Ellettsville's council member has declared the Monroe County commissioners' fire district notice a "hostile takeover" that could raise taxes without better services—what's really at stake for residents?

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Ellettsville council member calls Monroe County commissioners' notice on fire district a 'hostile takeover'
A council member sharply criticized Monroe County commissioners for posting a notice about expanding the fire territory, calling it an attempted "hostile takeover" and warning residents about potential tax impacts; the claim went unchallenged in the meeting.
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January 4, 2026 at 6:53 AM
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"Red Tash wrote and narrated this delightful book. It was full of family, love, and small-town situations with witchy intentions. I enjoyed the book, and recommend the listen. Can't wait for book 3." #audiobook #writernarrator #countryaccents #hoosierwriters #browncounty #monroecounty #bloomingto...
December 31, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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"Red Tash wrote and narrated this delightful book. It was full of family, love, and small-town situations with witchy intentions. I enjoyed the book, and recommend the listen. Can't wait for book 3." #audiobook #writernarrator #countryaccents #hoosierwriters #browncounty #monroecounty #bloomingto...
December 24, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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In a gripping session at Monroe County Circuit Court, defendants faced tough plea agreements and the promise of rehabilitation, including a heart-wrenching request from a mother seeking treatment to reunite with her newborn.

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Monroe County Circuit Court: multiple pleas, sentencings and treatment placements in morning session
A morning session of Monroe County Circuit Court heard pleas and sentencings across a range of cases, including a judge‑reviewed shock‑probation request for Jody Murphy, an eight‑year trafficking sentence for Taquan Howard, and several diversion or probated terms tied to treatment and supervision.
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December 24, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Monroe County residents are rallying for low-barrier housing solutions to combat repeated evictions and preserve essential shelter spaces.

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Residents, advocates press Monroe County for low‑barrier housing and alternatives to repeated evictions
Speakers at a county work session urged preserving the Thompson property as interim shelter, exploring tiny homes and low‑barrier camping, and coordinating funding and planning across county, city and nonprofits; officials said legal, zoning and funding constraints will require multiagency work and cost estimates.
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December 21, 2025 at 3:06 AM
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Monroe County officials have paused the eviction at the Thompson property, but residents are demanding a written commitment for a minimum 30-day notice period to ensure humane support during winter.

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Monroe County says Thompson eviction paused; officials to draft written notice and consider 30‑day standard
County leaders told residents the sheriff will not remove people from the Thompson property and that the eviction is postponed indefinitely; residents and organizers pressed for a written guarantee and a 30‑day notice, and nonprofits offered outreach and short‑term housing support.
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December 21, 2025 at 3:05 AM
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Monroe County commissioners have made pivotal changes to the Economic Development Income Tax plan, setting a clear path for the future while addressing critical project priorities.

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Monroe County amends EDIT capital plan, clarifies project listings and timeline
The Board of Commissioners approved amendments to the Economic Development Income Tax (EDIT) capital improvement plan, renumbering projects, setting plan expiration to Dec. 31, 2027, and adding language that excludes the justice center from the percentage calculations while retaining it as a stated priority.
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December 21, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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Monroe County has taken a significant step by adopting a 30-day notice requirement before removing homeless encampments, but many residents are demanding more comprehensive solutions.

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Monroe County adopts 30-day notice requirement for homeless encampment removals; residents seek broader changes
The County adopted Resolution 2025-58 to require at least 30 days’ notice before removing homeless encampments on county property (not to be issued before March 2, 2026), while reserving emergency exceptions. Residents and council members urged more comprehensive planning and outreach.
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December 21, 2025 at 3:03 AM