Monroe County Public Library
People reading by the east windows (overlooking Grant Street) on the second floor of the Monroe County Public Library's downtown branch.
Kelton O'Connell
Following criticism, Monroe County health board mulls new public comment policy
Following critical public commentary at recent meetings, the Monroe County Board of Health is now considering a new policy to govern public comment during its meetings. A policy draft will be reviewed by board members for the board's June 26 meeting.
A visual sampling of Lemonade Day 2025
As a part of Monroe County's Lemonade Day, kids created and worked lemonade stands around Bloomington on Saturday, June 7. Taking place on the same day was IU's Granfalloon festival. Kelton O'Connell spent part of the afternoon visiting a few of these entrepreneurs.
Photos: Granfalloon (2025)
The Indiana University Arts and Humanities Council hosts an annual months-long series of events honoring author Kurt Vonnegut under the banner of the Granfalloon festival. This past week, freelance photographer Juliette Kniola documented some of this year's Granfalloon events.
4th Street & Lincoln Street
A man crosses S. Lincoln Street playing a guitar with a cigarette in his mouth.
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Lynda Barry talks at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. This free event was hosted by the IU Arts and Humanities Council as part of this year's Granfalloon festival.
Marté to start reelection campaign for Monroe County sheriff
Monroe County sheriff Ruben Marté is running for reelection in 2026, and will officially begin his campaign on June 12. That’s according to a May 21 news release.