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Wednesday, September 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomingfoods Co-op Market will celebrate Co-op & Fair Trade Month throughout October with events, promotions, and sustainable farming tours to promote community engagement and fair trade values in Bloomington. The Bloomingtonian
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bloomington woman's charge is upgraded to murder following the death of a man she allegedly stabbed and beaten, leading to his demise from sustained injuries. The Herald-Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Benjamin Tod and Lost Dog Street Band will perform at Bloomington's Bluebird Nightclub on October 11, 2024, coinciding with Tod's 'Shooting Star' album release. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ The IU Lilly Library showcases historical artifacts including a Gutenberg Bible copy, Edgar Allen Poe's hair locks, and the world's largest mechanical puzzle collection, offering free public tours. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The 31st annual Lotus World Music and Arts Festival, showcasing over 20 musical artists with diverse nationalities and styles, will take place from October 3-6 in downtown Bloomington, featuring live performances, visual arts, and various local partnerships. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County Council could vote to impose a new 0.2% local income tax for jail construction, despite strong opposition at a public hearing. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ Bloomington's redevelopment commission approved a new public offering for land in the Hopewell neighborhood to encourage the development of sustainable and affordable housing. The B Square Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 Indiana Youth Survey revealed that substance use among Indiana youth is at its lowest in over 30 years, reflecting effective prevention strategies. Indiana University
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana men's soccer team aims to continue its winning streak against a historically dominated Evansville, following a recent 1-0 victory against Rutgers. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington South won the city rivalry volleyball match against Bloomington North in 4 sets on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024. The Herald-Times
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New Music Ensemble Performance
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