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The Connections section includes coverage of arts, entertainment, lifestyles, and anything that generally fits the category of: A person does a interesting thing.

Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish

Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish

Hawk: If you were to write a document announcing that you were no longer going to remain anchored to the top of courthouse, where you are forced to indicate which direction the air is moving, what would you call it? What does Fish say?

Photos: Bloomington Fourth of July parade (2025)

Photos: Bloomington Fourth of July parade (2025)

Bloomington's Fourth of July Parade took place on Friday morning. Cheerleaders, bicyclists, political groups, and families were out in force. Photographer Juliette Kniola was out along the route to capture these images.

Photos: Scenes from the Monroe County Fair—it’s not over yet

Photos: Scenes from the Monroe County Fair—it’s not over yet

The Monroe County Fair has a full schedule of events through Saturday (July 5) at the Monroe County fairgrounds including the demolition derby and music. The tunes start with John Kogge, followed by Jim Hayden and The Country Playboys. On Sunday, rides are offered at bargain prices.

Photos: Monroe County Fair rodeo, from mutton busting to barrel racing

Photos: Monroe County Fair rodeo, from mutton busting to barrel racing

On Thursday night (July 3), the Monroe County Fair featured a rodeo produced by Fiddler Cattle Company. Photographer Juliette Kniola was there to capture these images of mutton busting, bull riding and barrel racing.

Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish

Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish

What are Hawk and Fish up to this time? Same as always, they're making terrible puns.

‘This is what a community should be’: My Sister’s Closet event features local art, collective spirit, women’s voices

‘This is what a community should be’: My Sister’s Closet event features local art, collective spirit, women’s voices

My Sister’s Closet marked a milestone on Tuesday (June 24) with a festive ribbon-cutting and community celebration at its future location. The event featured viewings of the new facility, an unveiling of community art, and remarks from Bloomington mayor Kerry Thomson.

My Sister's Closet to celebrate new home, suffragettes, and 16-foot Lady Liberty sculpture in capital campaign launch

My Sister's Closet to celebrate new home, suffragettes, and 16-foot Lady Liberty sculpture in capital campaign launch

On Tuesday My Sister's Closet of Monroe County will host an event that's equal parts fundraiser, ribbon-cutting, art reveal—and a big nod to the 19th Amendment. The event will take place at West Second Street and Patterson Drive—the new future home of My Sister's Closet.