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2025 News Releases


Local Students Win 2025 Human Rights Art & Essay Contest

Nikeshia Fomby Appointed to Lead Public Engagement for Bloomington, Expanding Resident Voice in City Government

Statement from Mayor Kerry Thomson on the City’s Fiber Project, the Dissolution of AEG, and GigaBitNow Installation

Farmers' Market, Griffy Lake Boathouse Open April 5 for the 2025 Season
Market takes place Saturday from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; the boathouse is open from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
New Public Artwork OT 987 by International Artist Unveiled in Trades District as Part of City’s One Percent for the Arts Program

Flood Watch Issued for Monroe County: City Encourages Preparedness Steps for At-Risk Residents

The City of Bloomington Announces Ambitious New Transit Plan: The Monorail

City Finalizes Kirkwood Street Closures for 2025 Pedestrian Season

Parks and Recreation Enhances Accessibility with $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funds
Several projects are finished, or nearing completion, this month.

City of Bloomington Seeks Residents to Serve on Boards and Commissions

City of Bloomington Invites Public Input on 10th Street Safety Project to Improve Travel for All Modes

All-way stop coming to State Road 45 in Bloomington

Mayor Kerry Thomson to Deliver Annual State of the City Address on April 3, Detailing Bloomington’s Progress and Priorities

Bloomington Opens Applications for 2025 Downtown Outreach Grants to Support Opioid Crisis Response

City of Bloomington Announces 13th Annual Eco-Heroes Art Contest to Celebrate Native Insects

A Statement from Mayor Kerry Thomson on Annexation and Intended Petition to the Indiana Supreme Court

Bloomington and Indiana University Partner to Host Cultural Festival for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Utilities Service Board Approves Upgrades to Drinking Water Plant

City of Bloomington Expands Traffic Barriers Along East 3rd Street Bicycle Lane to Enhance Safety

City of Bloomington Offers Incentives for Homeowners Investing in Solar and Energy Efficiency

City of Bloomington Launches Crash Hub to Improve Traffic Safety Awareness

City Commission on the Status of Women to Honor Local Women at Women’s Achievement Celebration

City of Bloomington to Reinstall All-Way Stop Control at Key 7th Street Intersections to Improve Safety

Nonprofit Alliance Announces Nonprofit Board Training in March and April

City Seeks Nominations for 2025 Be More Awards Honoring Exceptional Volunteers

The City of Bloomington Announces Ride and Thrive: A Call for Art Designs for New Bloomington Bus Stop Shelters

City of Bloomington Invites Artists to Create a Vibrant Design for Community Events Trailer

Mayor Kerry Thomson to Host Traveling Office Hours at Bloomington Farm Stop Collective on March 4

Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission Seeks Student Voices for 2025 Art & Essay Contest

Apply for the 2025 Resident-Led Traffic Calming Program and Help Make Neighborhood Streets Safer

Temporary Closure of E. 7th Street Bike Lane for Poplars Redevelopment Construction

City Launches Spring into Sustainability Challenge: A Fun, Team-Based Competition to Reduce Carbon Footprints and Win Prizes

City of Bloomington Launches E-Bike Voucher Program to Expand Sustainable Transportation

Bloomington Fire Department’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program First in U.S. to Deploy Advanced Telemedicine Kits

Learn to Reduce Waste, Conserve Water, and Save Money at Free Sustainability Workshop in partnership with the City of Bloomington Utilities and the Waste Reduction District of Monroe County

Investing in Creativity: 2025 Arts Grants Available for Bloomington Artists & Organizations

City of Bloomington Releases 2023 Greenhouse Gas Inventory, Tracking Progress on Climate Goals

City of Bloomington Celebrates Black History Month with Poster Contest and Community Events

Nonprofit Alliance Hosts Annual Meet the Media Event on Feb. 12

City of Bloomington Seeks Residents to Serve on Boards and Commissions

Bloomington’s 2025 Women’s History Month Luncheon to Honor Women Who Inspire and Educate

Temporary Overnight Closure at 3rd Street & 45/46 Bypass for Street Repairs

A Statement from Mayor Kerry Thomson

The City of Bloomington Announces 2025 Black History Month Celebration

City of Bloomington Proposes New Location for Police Headquarters

City of Bloomington Earns National Recognition for Public Engagement Efforts

Improve Your Neighborhood with City Grants
Bloomington Again Recognized as Digital Inclusion Trailblazer

Farmers' Market Accepting Applications for Vending Spaces for 2025 Season
Farmers, food and beverage artisans apply by Feb. 21

Nominations Open for the 2025 Outstanding Leaders of Tomorrow Award

Connect with City Leaders at District 1 Traveling Town Hall, Feb. 3

Learn About Tenant Rights, Safety, and Financial Wellness at HAND’s Free Renting Class

City of Bloomington Recommended for $11.4 Million Federal Grant to Expand Digital Equity
Parks and Recreation Accepting Applications for Vendor Spaces at 2025 Art Fairs
Apply by Feb. 28 to participate in the juried art and fine craft fair.

City of Bloomington Snow Buddies Program Seeks Volunteers to Help Clear Sidewalks for Neighbors in Need

City of Bloomington HAND Department Announces 2025 Homebuyers Club Sessions to Support First-Time Homeownership

City of Bloomington Publishes Results from an Air Quality Study, a Climate Projections Extreme Heat Report, and a Story Map
City of Bloomington Announces 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration

A Flurry of Updates: Winter Weather News as of Jan. 6, 2025, 1:30 p.m.

Public Meeting on Future Police Headquarters on January 27

City of Bloomington Sanitation Services Delayed on Monday, Jan. 6

Parks and Recreation Secures Grant to Bring Physical Activity Education to Youth in Afterschool Program
$13,000 grant supports Let's Move! and other programs through Banneker Community Center