News · Monroe County · Ellettsville · Indiana
Ellettsville, Richland Township reorganization passes narrowly
Around townA reorganization involving Ellettsville and Richland Township passed by a narrow margin.
Monroe County Indiana DeskNov 6, 2026
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News · Monroe County · Indiana
Public School Supporters Raise Concerns Over Voucher Growth
Around townPublic school supporters are objecting to the growth of Indiana’s voucher program, putting school choice back at the center of public debate.
Monroe County Indiana DeskNov 6, 2026
News · Monroe County · Bloomington · Indiana
7 injured after shooting on Bloomington’s Kirkwood Avenue
Police, fire and courtsBloomington police said seven people were injured in a shooting on Kirkwood Avenue.
Monroe County Indiana DeskNov 2, 2026
News · Monroe County · Bloomington · Indiana
Bloomington council to weigh 911 funding options Monday
Around townThe Bloomington City Council is scheduled to consider whether to raise taxes or use reserves to address a 911 dispatch funding gap.
Monroe County Indiana DeskOct 26, 2026
News · Monroe County · Indiana
Monroe County health officer resigns before removal hearing
Around townThe health officer resigned six weeks after firing Monroe County’s health administrator and before a hearing on the officer’s removal.
Monroe County Indiana DeskOct 23, 2026
News · Monroe County · Indiana
Monroe County plans chemical safety program
Around townThe county is planning a chemical safety program as it works to avoid a proposed fine from IOSHA.
Monroe County Indiana DeskOct 21, 2026
News · Monroe County · Bloomington · Indiana
Bloomington budget passes 6–1 as county issues surface
Police, fire and courtsBloomington approved its 2027 budget on Oct. 15, while Monroe County faced ballot problems and officials addressed public-safety, housing and health matters.
Monroe County Indiana DeskOct 15, 2026
News · Monroe County · Indiana
Monroe County early voting exceeds most midterm elections
Around townEarly voting in Monroe County is running above the level seen in most midterm elections, Indiana Public Media reported.
Monroe County Indiana DeskOct 14, 2026
News · Monroe County · Indiana
Monroe health board schedules Oct. 22 hearing
Around townThe Monroe County health board will hold a hearing on whether to remove the county’s health officer.
Monroe County Indiana DeskOct 13, 2026
News · Monroe County · Bloomington · Indiana
IU enrollment holds steady as Bloomington draws fewer Hoosiers
SchoolsIndiana University’s overall enrollment remained steady while fewer Indiana residents attended its Bloomington campus.
Monroe County Indiana DeskOct 1, 2026
News · Monroe County · Indiana
Indiana communities end Flock camera contracts
Around townCities and counties across Indiana are ending contracts for Flock cameras, a change that affects local use of the system.
Monroe County Indiana DeskSep 22, 2026
News · Monroe County · Indiana
Monroe County homelessness rises in new Point-In-Time report
Housing and developmentA new Point-In-Time report records an increase in homelessness in Monroe County.
Monroe County Indiana DeskSep 20, 2026
News · Monroe County · Indiana
Monroe County income tax rate to rise to 2.205% in 2027
Around townMonroe County’s income tax rate is set to increase to 2.205% in 2027.
Monroe County Indiana DeskSep 9, 2026