Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish
Hawk: Why did the frog make extra sure his car was parked correctly in the reverse angle on-street spot? What does Fish say in reply?
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Bloomington North blanks Vigo North 49-0 to set up rematch with Bloomington South for title
Bloomington North rolled past Terre Haute North Vigo 49–0 in the Sectional 15 semifinals. The Cougars built a 35–0 halftime lead behind Carter Matthew and a pick-six from Anthony Wrancher. With Bloomington South also victorious, next week’s sectional final stays in town at South’s Huff Field.
Bloomington South rallies late to top Terre Haute South, 41–34, advances to Sectional title game against cross-town rival
Bloomington South outlasted Terre Haute South 41–34 in the Class 5A Sectional 15 semifinals. Junior QB Duncan Combs threw for 249 yards and three TDs, and Hayden Clark’s late touchdown sealed it. The Panthers advance to face Bloomington North in next week’s sectional final.
Indiana Supreme Court hears Bloomington’s constitutional annexation challenge over voided remonstration waivers
The Indiana Supreme Court heard arguments in Bloomington’s annexation case, testing whether cities can claim constitutional protection when the legislature voids their contracts. Justices focused on conflicts between two appellate rulings and the scope of Home Rule.
Monroe County commissioners warn: Council’s ‘no’ vote may shift jail’s future to federal court
After the Monroe County council on Tuesday rejected funding to buy land for a new jail, county commissioners warned on Thursday that the decision could hand control of jail planning to a federal judge, when the ACLU settlement expires on Jan. 15 2026.
Local food bank, pantries look to bridge gap for Monroe County from SNAP benefits freeze
As a result of the current federal government shutdown, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are set to dry up in just a few days. No funds for November benefits are expected to be distributed. Local food banks and pantries are working to bridge the gap.
MCCSC board hears tentative labor agreement, OKs 2026 budget
The Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) presented its tentative collective bargaining agreement for 2025-2027 at Tuesday’s regular meeting of the school board. Ratification is expected at the board’s next meeting in about three weeks.