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Friday, September 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington is inviting residents to apply for vacancies on various boards and commissions to participate directly in city policy-making and community initiatives. City of Bloomington
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington police are probing a shooting on East Third Street after reports of gunshots and a pedestrian's narrow escape; no victims or damage found. The Bloomingtonian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University dismantled a pro-Palestinian encampment after 100 days, sparking criticism over free speech suppression and disregard for assembly rights amid unmet demands for divestment and inclusivity. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The IDS newspaper emphasizes the importance of maintaining its print edition for community access, student opportunities, and financial sustainability amid a trend of reducing print to combat financial challenges. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington City Council progressed the establishment of Green Acres as a historic district and discussed traffic safety enhancements and funding for storm cleanup and employee salaries. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Monroe County's income tax will increase on Jan. 1 to fund a new jail, likely at the North Park property, following a county council vote approving a lesser tax hike than initially proposed. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington Transit debates reducing or eliminating exterior bus ads to reclaim its visual identity, amidst concerns expressed at a board meeting. The B Square Bulletin
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Malatang, a new Chinese-inspired hot pot restaurant, opens on Kirkwood, offering customizable bowls with a wide variety of ingredients and spice levels. Indiana Daily Student
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Val Bunde's ambidextrous skills led Bloomington South to an 8-0 victory over Bloomington North, highlighting her development into a versatile soccer player. The Herald-Times
- ➤ The Indiana women's basketball team, led by coach Teri Moren, introduces new players and staff while maintaining team chemistry and high standards for the upcoming season. The Herald-Times
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