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Constellation Stage & Screen presents: Stephen King’s Misery | Featuring Mark Coffin, star of Constellation’s Deathtrap

12/30/2024

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Welcome the winter chills with a spine-tingling Stephen King classic: Misery. Adapted for the stage by William Goldman, the screenwriter of the Oscar-nominated film adaptation, Misery follows world-famous novelist Paul Sheldon, who, after a near-fatal car accident, finds himself in a strange house being nursed back to health by his "Number One Fan.” Featuring Mark Coffin, acclaimed for his role in Constellation’s 2023 production of Deathtrap, as Paul Sheldon, this stage adaptation of the classic thriller is one you won’t want to miss!

Starring alongside Mark Coffin is Laurie Carter Rose as Annie Wilkes. A Chicago-based actor, Laurie has performed nationally and beyond, including West End and US National Tour productions of Sunset Boulevard and Jesus Christ Superstar. Joining the cast is Bloomington-based actor Alan Craig, playing Buster. Alan was previously seen in Constellation’s productions of The Grapes of Wrath (Proprietor), To Kill a Mockingbird (Heck Tate), One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (Cheswick), West Side Story (Officer Krupke), and more. ​

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City of Bloomington Utilities Sewer Rate Increase and New Credit Card Fee

12/27/2024

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​The sewer rate for City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) customers will increase starting January 1, 2025. The new rate will be reflected starting in the February 2025 bills. Also, starting January 1, 2025, customers who pay their CBU bill using a debit or credit card will have a service fee. The average CBU customer should expect a monthly increase of less than $2 on their bill, but customer impacts will vary with water use and meter size. This rate change will not affect charges for drinking water or stormwater services.

The Bloomington Common Council and Utilities Service Board approved the sewer rate increase in 2022. This is the second of two phases; the first phase was 12% in 2023, and now 6% in 2025. This new rate supports continued improvements to the wastewater plants and sewer lining projects.

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City of Bloomington Updates Fiber Projects, Launches Fiber Map, and Advances Digital Equity

12/23/2024

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The City of Bloomington is pleased to report on the status of the Meridiam/Hoosier Fiber Networks fiber build.

Fiber Project Progress

The Bloomington/Meridiam fiber project is among the most substantial construction projects in Bloomington history – as expansive as deploying Cable television, but largely underground and will be substantially complete in 3 years from construction start at the end of 2025.
Project Status
The Meridiam/Hoosier Fiber Networks fiber project, one of Bloomington’s largest infrastructure undertakings, is nearly 50% complete. To date, the project has:

  • Passed over 20,300 units
  • Completed 30 of 72 project areas
  • Installed 186 miles of conduit

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Soup Bowl Tickets on Sale January 1 - Online Only

12/23/2024

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Tickets for the 31st Annual Soup Bowl Benefit for Hoosier Hills Food Bank will go on sale January 1.  For the first time, tickets are available exclusively online at www.hhfoodbank.org/soupbowl/.

Soup Bowl will be held Sunday, February 23 at Monroe Convention Center from 5-7pm. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children 16 and under.  All proceeds benefit Hoosier Hills Food Bank.

As always, Soup Bowl ticketholders will be able to choose a bowl hand-made by a local potter and sample soups and bread from approximately 30 local restaurants while enjoying entertainment provided by Guest Host Brother William Morris, Ballet Folklorico de IU and Cool Mule.

Tickets are limited and always sell out quickly.  Interested guests are advised to purchase them early.

For more information visit hhfoodbank.org after January 1 or call 812-334-8374.   For sponsorship information call or email [email protected].
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READI 2.0 fueling Simtra BioPharma expansion in the Indiana Uplands

12/19/2024

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New 150,000-square-foot facility in Bloomington to double Simtra’s manufacturing capabilities and add more than 130 high-wage jobs

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The Indiana Uplands READI Steering Committee, Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI), and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation announced today the allocation of READI 2.0 funding to support the expansion of Simtra BioPharma Solutions in Bloomington, Indiana.

Governor Eric J. Holcomb established the now $1.25 billion Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) program in 2021, and it has since been nationally recognized for its success. READI 2.0, which was part of the governor’s 2023 Next Level Agenda and approved by the Indiana General Assembly, allocates another $500 million to regions across the state to accelerate shovel-ready projects and programs that are expected to transform Indiana communities, attract talent, and improve quality of life for Hoosiers in the short and long term. READI 2.0 funding allocations were awarded in April to 15 regions representing all 92 Indiana counties.

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Mother Hubbard's Cupboard at the Chilly Cook-Off on Jan. 23

12/19/2024

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​There's still space to join Mother Hubbard's Cupboard at the Chilly Cook-Off on Jan. 23 from 5 to 7 pm at Dimension Mill. We'll kick off Freezefest by turning up the heat. Mother Hubbard's Cupboard is seeking chili chefs to share their chili and see if their recipe has what it takes to claim the People's Choice Award or grab the attention of our panel of judges. Registration for chefs is free, but closes on Wednesday, Jan. 8 or when all spaces are filled, and details can be found here. 

Tickets for Chilly Cook-Off are available online or at the door.
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Introducing Harmony in the Herd: A Unique Corporate Team-Building Experience

12/18/2024

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​At PALS, we believe in the power of connection—both between people and with horses. Our Harmony in the Herd corporate team-building program offers businesses a unique opportunity to develop stronger, more cohesive teams through meaningful, hands-on experiences in a serene and welcoming environment.

This program is designed to help teams strengthen workplace dynamics, foster collaboration, and build trust. By stepping out of the office and into an engaging, equine-assisted experience, participants can explore new ways to connect and grow together.

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Notice of City of Bloomington Boards and Commissions Term Expiration

12/18/2024

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The City of Bloomington seeks residents to serve on various boards and commissions, with several terms set to expire in December and January. This is a unique opportunity for individuals to contribute to decisions, policies, and programs that shape the community.
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Open seats include topics such as parks and public spaces, preservation and planning, community and culture, sustainability and environment, and community safety and housing.

After submitting an application, candidates must be appointed to the boards or commissions by either the Bloomington Common Council or Mayor Kerry Thomson. City residency is required for most, but not all, of the boards and commissions.

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City of Bloomington Hosts Public Meeting on Future Police Headquarters

12/18/2024

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The City of Bloomington invites residents to a public meeting on Tuesday, January 7 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Bloomington Police Department, 220 E. 3rd Street, to discuss considerations for the future location of the Bloomington Police Department (BPD) headquarters.

The session will begin with Mayor Kerry Thomson's introduction and background presentation, providing an overview of the factors and guiding principles shaping the City’s exploration of potential sites. Chris Ciolli, Project Executive with Weddle Bros. Construction Companies, will follow up with a discussion on possible opportunities for the project.

Additionally, the meeting will include an update on the status of the public safety bond, which will help fund improvements aimed at enhancing safety and operational efficiency for BPD and the community it serves.

The meeting will be broadcast live on Community Access Television Services (CATS) and available for on-demand viewing afterward at catstv.net.
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For more information, please contact the Office of the Mayor at 812-349-3406 or [email protected]. ​
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Congratulations to Carpenter Realtors December Leaders

12/18/2024

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Congratulations to Bill Hurst! Carpenter's Sales Leader for Bloomington

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Congratulations to Shaina Dixon! Carpenter's Listing Leader for Bloomington

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