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Amplify Bloomington launched as ‘civic platform’ for innovation, with Fernandez at the helm

Amplify Bloomington launched as ‘civic platform’ for innovation, with Fernandez at the helm

Amplify Bloomington debuted as a 'civic platform' uniting The Mill, the Trades District, Indiana University, city government, and major employers under one strategy. Led by former mayor John Fernandez, the effort aims to coordinate startups, talent, space and capital.

CIB braces for no-deal scenario with preferred hotelier on Bloomington Convention Center

CIB braces for no-deal scenario with preferred hotelier on Bloomington Convention Center

Negotiations between Bloomington and Dora Hospitality over the former Bunger & Robertson site appear stalled, with a Dec. 17 deadline looming. A major funding gap remains, prompting the CIB to prepare backup options—including revisiting the 2024 hotel RFP—if no agreement is reached.

Bloomington rejects all 5 bids for Hopewell East, plans new offering in 2026

Bloomington rejects all 5 bids for Hopewell East, plans new offering in 2026

Bloomington’s redevelopment commission has rejected all five bids for Hopewell East, which was released as a $6.1 million public offering a year ago. A revised public offering is expected in 2026 as the city looks for closer alignment with its housing goals at the former hospital site.

‘Stadium District’ sidelined: Bloomington council votes 7–1 to nix naming plan for now

‘Stadium District’ sidelined: Bloomington council votes 7–1 to nix naming plan for now

Bloomington’s city council voted 7–1 on Wednesday to postpone indefinitely a proposal to name the area around Miller-Showers Park the “Stadium District.” Neighbors objected to the branding effort, saying it ignored residents and would amplify unwanted “stadium culture.”

Retail notebook: Fresh facade for Princess Theater building means possible Dec. 1 opening for new downtown dining spot

Retail notebook: Fresh facade for Princess Theater building means possible Dec. 1 opening for new downtown dining spot

After eight months under scaffolding, the century-old Princess Theater building on Walnut Street has a restored facade and a new tenant on the way. Restaurateur Mey Cristobal plans to open Japonee, a sushi-focused eatery, by Dec. 1 in the space that last housed the Village Pub.

IU Kelley School panelist drops ‘rough‘ news about Bloomington wages, points to Trades District as site of ‘creative collision‘

IU Kelley School panelist drops ‘rough‘ news about Bloomington wages, points to Trades District as site of ‘creative collision‘

At IU’s Futurecast Economic Outlook in Bloomington, Kelley School economist Phil Powell said the region’s wages fell 6.2% over the past year—among the worst in the state—due to IU job losses. Still, he praised local entrepreneurs and pointed to the Trades District as a hopeful hub for innovation.

Indiana Daily Student adviser’s firing sparks legal fight, faculty rebuke, new IU task force

Indiana Daily Student adviser’s firing sparks legal fight, faculty rebuke, new IU task force

Former Indiana University (IU) Media School director of student media Jim Rodenbush says he plans to sue the university for wrongful termination, after being fired Oct. 14 for refusing what he describes as an order to censor the Indiana Daily Student (IDS).