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This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, September 11th, 2023. In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on a new gateway monument at Miller Showers Park. This comes from the B-Square Bulletin’s “Morning Bulletin.” More in the bottom half of our program. That’s Shawn Williams, from …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 6th, 2023.
Later in the program, the latest edition of Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate – where we look into issues regarding health, housing and the environment. Today, we continue our report of Lake Monroe – how healthy is it and how long will it survive? More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Real and Fake on Better Beware – your weekly-consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News. More following today’s feature.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, WFHB News spoke with MS4 Coordinator Kelsey Thetonia about how the county manages stormwater, how climate change affects flooding in the county and how stormwater runoff can impact water quality. This is part of Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate – where we look into issues regarding health, housing and the environment. We turn now to that interview.
Up next, Real and Fake on Better Beware – your weekly-consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Our feature was produced by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 5th, 2023.
In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on efforts to add a nurse to the dispatch center during the 2024 city budget hearings. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on August 30th, Health Administrator Lori Kelley gave a department update.
Next, Director of the Planning Department Jacki Nester Jelen informed the public about County Development Ordinance Listening Sessions.
Later on in the meeting, the Commissioners heard from Senior Planner, Drew Meyers, on Ordinance 2023-29, a Lake Lemon Marina Rezone petition.
The commissioners decided to postpone a vote on the petition until they hear more information from the highway department.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on September 6th.
‘This Summer Has Been Devastating Across the Globe with Extreme Heat’, Says IU Expert (Part II)
Photo courtesy of Indiana University.Last week, WFHB News reported on record high heat waves this summer. Today, we continue that report.
Dana Habeeb, architect and urban designer at Indiana University, looks at how climate responsive design can help mitigate climate change. She’s the principal investigator with Beat the Heat – in collaboration with the IU Environmental Resilience Institute and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs started in 2021.
Photo courtesy of Indiana University.Beat the Heat selected the Indiana cities Clarksville and Richmond as the program’s recipients. Through this project, both communities hired full-time heat relief coordinators to develop programs and projects to cope with the health impacts of extreme heat. She expanded on what the Beat the Heat project entails.
Given her background in urban design, Habeeb discussed how urban planning can help those who are most at-risk during extreme weather events.
Habeeb says that there isn’t a “one size fits all” solution for society to grapple with a rise in extreme weather events as a result of climate change. However, she said through collective action, we can take a step in the right direction.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on efforts to add a nurse to the dispatch center during the 2024 city budget hearings. This comes from the B-Square Bulletin’s “Morning Bulletin.” Dave Askins has more.
Now it’s time for Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Dave Askins.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
Anchors are Benedict Jones and Ashley Voss.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 30th, 2023. Later in the program, WFHB News continues its coverage on Lake Monroe – how healthy is it and how long will it survive? – on Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 29th, 2023. Later in the program, Dana Habeeb, an architect and urban designer at Indiana University, discusses record-high heat waves this summer, causing drought, wildfires and other negative health impacts. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 28th, 2023. Later in the program, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on musician Molly Tuttle’s performance last week at Switchyard Park. More in today’s feature report. Kelley Scholfield, Urban Greenspace Specialist with the City of Bloomington, bringing neighbors together to …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 23rd, 2023. In today’s feature report, we have the latest edition of Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding health, housing and the environment. In today’s edition, we begin coverage of Lake Monroe – how healthy is it and how …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023. Later in the program, Disabulletin – a segment highlighting disability news across the country and around the world on the WFHB Local News hosted by Abe Shapiro. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Lil Bub’s Lil Show …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 21st, 2023. Later in the program, you will hear a report from local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin on Bloomington annexation, taken from his “Morning Bulletin.” More in today’s feature report. That’s Vinal Lee – he’s the local chair of Community Organizations Active in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 16th, 2023. Later in the program, we have Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Last week, at the Indiana’s Republican Party state dinner, the GOP endorsed U.S. representative …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 16th, 2023. Later in the program, Bloomington Pridefest will happen next Saturday, August 26th. BloomingOUT, an LGBTIQ+ public affairs program on WFHB, interviewed April Hennessey and Phoenix Rayng to discuss the upcoming Pridefest and more. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 15th, 2023. In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright spoke with local advocate Sam Mitchell about his podcast, Autism Rocks and Rolls, which raises awareness and works to end the stigma around autism. Lambright has more in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 14th, 2023. Later in the program, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on an ordinance that allows Bloomington Transit to expand its coverage into Monroe County More in today’s feature report. That’s Phoenix Rang from a new organization called Protect Our …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 9th, 2023. In today’s feature report, we have the second half of a discussion between Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze and Delaney Barber – Outreach, Energy and Climate Coordinator for the Hoosier Environmental Council. More in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 8th, 2023. In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright touches on the impact of redistricting on Indiana’s 2024 election, speaking with Executive Director of Common Cause Indiana Julia Vaughn. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 7th, 2023. In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on a canceled city council budget meeting from the media outlet’s “Morning Bulletin.” That’s Stephanie Shelton from Cancer Support Community of Indiana. Shelton says forty thousand Hoosiers will be …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 3rd, 2023. This week, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Jeremiah Frei Pearson, Harriet Lowell and Representatives from Westchester Disabled On The Move in their lawsuit against the rideshare company Lyft on a lack of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles or WAV’s. That’s coming up in today’s edition …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 1st, 2023. In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright reports on the “Fight For Abortion Rights” vigil at the Monroe County Courthouse. This comes after the Indiana Supreme Court decided it was within the state’s constitution to ban abortion. More in today’s feature report. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 31st, 2023. Later in the program, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on the Bloomington Community Survey from the media outlet’s “Morning Bulletin.” More in today’s feature report. That’s Patty Moon, volunteer coordinator for the Lotus World Music and Arts Festival. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 26th, 2023. In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright reports that an Indiana bill repealing state tax on menstrual products was denied a hearing and how period poverty impacts women nationwide. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 25th, 2023. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright spoke with local advocate Sam Mitchell about his podcast, Autism Rocks and Rolls. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between Lil Bub’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 24th, 2023. In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on a closure of Lower Cascades Park from the media outlet’s “Morning Bulletin.” More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Local Girl Scout leader Holly Bales Hall. She’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 19th, 2023. In today’s feature report, WFHB Sports Correspondent Leo Paes reports on the rise of pickleball. While pickleball has become the nation’s fastest growing sport, it has also led to a rise in injuries. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 18th, 2023. In today’s feature report, we have Disabulletin – a segment highlighting disability news across the country and around the world on the WFHB Local News. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 17th, 2023. In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a report on M-C-C-S-C redistricting from the media outlet’s “Morning Bulletin.” More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Mary REER-dun with the Bloomington chapter of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 13th, 2023. Later in the program, Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana. This month we interviewed Michelle Higgs, an activist with Hoosier Action and the national group People’s Action and their Care over Cost project. More …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 10th, 2023. Later in the program, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides a wrap-up of the Primary Election and looks forward to November for the General Election in the City of Bloomington. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 6th, 2023. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Leo Paes reports on racial inequality in sports. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Indiana Supreme Court upheld its abortion ban – saying it doesn’t violate the state’s constitution. WFHB …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 5th, 2023. Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 26th, 2023. In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin reported on new EMTs and an assistant fire department chief position that were placed on hold by the Bloomington City Council during their Wednesday night meeting. More in today’s feature report. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 22nd, 2023. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze explores a new land trust housing development implementing a different model for fostering home ownership for low and median income households here in Bloomington. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 21st, 2023. Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. Today we are looking into Indiana’s power grid. More in today’s feature report. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 20th, 2023. Later in the program, WFHB Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze continues his conversation with Hank Duncan, Bloomington’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin reports on how …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 15th, 2023. Later in the program, we have Voices in the Street – public opinion polls in the streets of Bloomington produced by WFHB’s Youth Radio. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have a new …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 14th, 2023. Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 13th, 2023. Today on the program, we have the second half of an interview with Hank Duncan, the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator. Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze asks Duncan about some of the controversy and safety concerns surrounding alternative modes of transit like the E-Scooters currently …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 12th, 2023. In today’s feature report, Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin provides updates on the city’s plans to relocate Bloomington police headquarters to the Showers building and the redevelopment of the Hopewell neighborhood. More in today’s feature report. That’s Dr. Gloria Howell from the local …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 8th, 2023. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright reports on a rise in anti-LGBTQ legislation in Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington Board of Public Works approved a lease agreement with …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 7th, 2023. Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 6th, 2023. Later in the program, Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Hank Duncan Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator for the City Of Bloomington on the City’s Greenways, streets that allow automobiles and parking that are designated as corridors made safer for those utilizing greener modes of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 5th, 2023.
In today’s feature report, Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin reports on the resignation of David Wolfe Bender from his city council campaign. We turn to Askins for more. More in today’s feature report.
That’s Ben Wendell from Community Justice and Mediation, talking about how this local nonprofit uses restorative justice to find alternative solutions to conflict in Bloomington. Hear all about it later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Election Board
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).The Monroe County Election Board met on June 1st. Chief Deputy Clerk Tressia Martin shared that two candidates submitted late candidate filing forms, and asked the board to decide what should be done.
President of the Board Donovan Garletts suggested that both late filings be forgiven and both candidates given a warning, in line with the new procedure regarding first offenses.
The board unanimously voted to approve the warning for the two late C-F-A 4 filings.
Next, Board Member David Henry asked for clarification on the Stinesville and Ellettsville polling locations.
Martin responded.
The next Monroe County Election Board meeting will be held on July 6th.
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on May 31st, commissioners read a proclamation in honor of Wear Orange Day bringing awareness to gun violence in the U.S.
Commissioner Penny Githens shared some additional information she found while she was researching the subject of gun violence.
Next, Health Department Director Lori Kelley gave an update on Covid-19 and health department developments for the month of April.
During public comment Monroe County resident Imania Maney spoke about Bloomington Speedway, and the noise ordinance. Maney said that he was alright with the noise, and that the Speedway should be allowed to continue past 11 p.m.
County Attorney Jeff Cockerill responded, and addressed the 11 p.m. noise ordinance.
Commissioner Penny Githens noted that they have heard from the public both support and opposition of the noise ordinance.
Next, Facilities and Fleet Manager Richard Crider asked the board to approve three contracts. He explained that the contracts are to relocate the badge reader on the entrance of the Curry Building.
Githens commented that she was glad to have local businesses working on the project.
The commissioners unanimously approved the contracts.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on June 14th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin reports on the resignation of David Wolfe Bender from his city council campaign. We turn to Askins for more.
Ben Wendell from Community Justice and Mediation talks about how volunteers help this nonprofit employ restorative justice to find alternative solutions to conflict in Bloomington. This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Dave Askins.
Activate is produced by Michelle Moss and Chad Carrothers.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 1st, 2023.
In today’s feature report, we conclude with Part Four of a series by Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze from an interview with Bill Brown of the Environmental Resilience Institute or E-R-I of Indiana University on how E-R-I assists institutions, communities, organizations, businesses and governmental entities to plan for, mitigate and adapt to Climate Change impacts.
But first, your local headlines:
Ellettsville Town Council
At the Ellettsville Town Council meeting on May 22nd, Town Marshal Jimmie Durnil presented Police Officer Alva Bohall with officer of the year.
Then, Board Member Kip Headdy announced the opening of several fire department positions, three of which would be full time and one would be part time. He introduced Sam Saft as a potential new firefighter.
Headdy walked through the candidates for full time fire department positions, which included Logan Burpo, Branden Johnson and Matt Siebott. The council approved the hiring of full time fire department personnel unanimously.
Next, the council heard the second hearing of the water rate increase ordinance. Pamela Samples asked for clarification why they are raising the water rates. Town Manager Mike Farmer responded.
Council Member William Ellis commented that the cost of not fixing the water infrastructure would be more expensive than this preventative maintenance. Farmer added that they pay attention to when infrastructure will need to be replaced, and shared some history on the water infrastructure.
The council unanimously approved the water rate increase ordinance.
The next Ellettsville Town Council meeting will be held on June 5th.
Monroe County Board of Health
Photo by Benedict Jones.The Monroe County Board of Health met on May 22nd to discuss and approve contract revisions for Health Department Staff.
President of the Board Carol Touloukian introduced the contract to alter the Administrative Assistant Jaimmie Ford’s position.
Health Department Director Lori Kelley explained what the changes would be, and Touloukian added onto what they are proposing to add the Administrative Assistant position’s tasks.
The board unanimously approved the revised contract.
The Board also approved a contract revision to increase Kelley’s hours from 35 to 40 due to her job requiring more hours than it currently has allotted. Toulokian introduced the contract revision.
Kelley shared that recently she has worked around 13 to 15 unpaid hours a week.
Toulokian emphasized that with the addition of Senate Bill 4, Kelley’s responsibilities will only increase, and she will need more time to take care of them.
Next, the contracts approved by the Board of Health will go to the Monroe County Council who will hear the proposed contract revisions at an upcoming meeting on June 13th or July 11th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, we conclude with Part Four of a series by Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze from an interview with Bill Brown of the Environmental Resilience Institute or E-R-I of Indiana University on how E-R-I assists institutions, communities, organizations, businesses and governmental entities to plan for, mitigate and adapt to Climate Change impacts.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 31st, 2023. Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 30th, 2023.
Later in the program, Dave Askins of the B Square Bulletin reports on the possible reform of Bloomington’s boards and commissions by a city council committee. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro.
But first, your local headlines.
Monroe County Board of Health
Photo by Benedict Jones.The Monroe County Board of Health met on May 22nd to discuss and approve contract revisions for Health Department Staff.
President of the Board Carol Touloukian introduced the contract to alter the Administrative Assistant Jaimmie Ford’s position.
Health Department Director Lori Kelley explained what the changes would be, and Touloukian added onto what they are proposing to add the Administrative Assistant position’s tasks.
The board unanimously approved the revised contract.
The Board also approved a contract revision to increase Kelley’s hours from 35 to 40 due to her job requiring more hours than it currently has allotted. Toulokian introduced the contract revision.
Kelley shared that recently she has worked around 13 to 15 unpaid hours a week.
Toulokian emphasized that with the addition of Senate Bill 4, Kelley’s responsibilities will only increase, and she will need more time to take care of them.
Next, the contracts approved by the Board of Health will go to the Monroe County Council who will hear the proposed contract revisions at an upcoming meeting on June 13th or July 11th.
Monroe County Community School Corporation
Photo courtesy of the Indiana Daily Student.During the May 25th meeting of the Monroe County Community School Corporation school board, Dr. Jeff Hauswald presented a referendum that would increase the school district’s tax rate by 8.5 cents.
Dr. Hauswald explained how the Indiana legislature’s changes in policy would affect school districts’ referendum rates. He outlined how that will impact MCCSC.
The board approved the resolution unanimously. It agreed to allow public discussion of the item at an event on May 24th.
The MCCSC School Board will meet again at 6 p.m. on June 27th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, Dave Askins of the B Square Bulletin reports on the possible reform of Bloomington’s boards and commissions by a city council committee. Askins has more.
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.Now it’s time for Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to Shapiro for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Brookelyn Lambright, Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our features were produced by Dave Askins, Abe Shapiro, Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 25th, 2023.
Later in the program, Dave Askins of the B Square Bulletin reports on an ordinance that would increase trash collection fees discussed in a recent meeting of the Bloomington City Council. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, the Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees provided updates on the new Southwest Branch construction.
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on May 17th, Population Health & Outreach Manager Kathey Hewett shared some information on Covid-19 in response to questions from the public concerning the end of the public health emergency.
During public comment a Monroe County Resident spoke to the commissioners about the Gordon Pike Construction Project.
Next, the commissioners heard from Financial Director Brianne Gregory who asked the commissioners to approve a contract with Baker Tilly for consulting services to help manage American Rescue Plan Act funding.
County Attorney Jeff Cockerill explained how Baker Tilly was selected, and that the county council will need to approve the appropriation of funds as well.
The commissioners unanimously approved the contract with Baker Tilly, contingent upon the county council also approving the contract.
The Monroe County Commissioners met again on May 24th. Stay tuned to the WFHB Local News next week for further coverage.
Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees
Upon entering the library, you can see the words, “read, learn, connect and create” (Young).At the Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting on May 17th, Director Grier Carson gave his monthly report on the library.
Board President Chris Harrison asked about the process of weeding out books from the library, and if extra copies of books that are no longer needed are going to be distributed to the Southwest Branch. Carson responded.
Board Member Nichelle Whitley-Wash asked about a patron’s request for mental health services to be added to the website, and asked how the library was going to respond to that. Carson answered.
Next, Carson gave updates on the Southwest Branch construction, book stocking, and staff hiring.
Next, Carson asked the board to approve seven change orders. The board unanimously approved the change orders, leaving the Southwest Branch Construction project with $38,000 (thirty eight thousand dollars) left in the budget for any future change orders.
The next Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting will be held on June 21st.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, Dave Askins of the B Square Bulletin reports on an ordinance that would increase trash collection fees discussed in a recent meeting of the Bloomington City Council. We turn to Askins for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Dave Askins of the B Square Bulletin.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 24th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Golden Fleecewear on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines.
Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees
Upon entering the library, you can see the words, “read, learn, connect and create” (Young).At the Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting on May 17th, Director Grier Carson gave his monthly report on the library.
Board President Chris Harrison asked about the process of weeding out books from the library, and if extra copies of books that are no longer needed are going to be distributed to the Southwest Branch. Carson responded.
Board Member Nichelle Whitley-Wash asked about a patron’s request for mental health services to be added to the website, and asked how the library was going to respond to that. Carson answered.
Next, Carson gave updates on the Southwest Branch construction, book stocking, and staff hiring.
Carson asked the board to approve seven change orders. The board unanimously approved the change orders, leaving the Southwest Branch Construction project with $38,000 (thirty eight thousand dollars) left in the budget for any future change orders.
The next Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting will be held on June 21st.
Feature Report:
BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA – MAY 3: Bur Oak in Dunn Meadow at Indiana University, on May 3, 2023 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Jeremy Hogan)You’re listening to Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate, where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. We are looking into trees in Monroe County. What trees we have, what benefits they provide, and which trees to root for and which to root out! Tune in next week to dive deeper and learn more about our local trees.
Photo courtesy of Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.Up next, Golden Fleecewear on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Our other music was created by Mort Garson
Sound effects were recorded by Bob McGuire
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Cynthia Roberts-Hall interviewed Pastors for Peace Executive Director Gail Walker about the Peace Caravan they are leading to Cuba. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Redevelopment Commission
Photo by Benedict Jones.On May 17th at the Monroe County Redevelopment Commission meeting, President of the Commission Richard Martin introduced a discussion of residential TIF funds.
County Attorney Jeff Cockerill added more about what TIF districts are for, and how the districts are formed.
Martin described the areas that they are currently considering turning into TIF districts.
Martin said that the amount of taxes collected doesn’t change, but it changes how the county is able to use the taxes.
A Monroe County Resident who attended the meeting asked what affordable housing is. Martin responded, and explained how the county taking care of infrastructure can help make housing more affordable.
Another resident asked if this would impact how much the school system would receive from taxes. Martin said it would not affect the schools since their taxing is separate.
Yet another resident asked how the district would see an increase in value. Marvin explained that it is a long term investment, and that similar bonds have been used successfully in the past.
The Monroe County Redevelopment Commission will meet again on June 21st.
Feature Report:
WFHB Correspondent Cynthia Roberts-Hall interviewed Pastors for Peace Executive Director Gail Walker about the Peace Caravan they are leading to Cuba. Walker spoke on Sunday May 21st at the Cascades Inn where the – Inter -religious Foundation for Community Organization or IFCO Friendshipment Caravan held a fundraiser. We turn to Roberts-Hall for more.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Cynthia Roberts Hall.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Cynthia Roberts Hall.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 22nd, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Part Three of an ongoing series from Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze. He speaks with eco architect and sustainability pioneer Bill Brown. More in today’s feature report.
That’s June Taylor from Community Kitchen, a Bloomington nonprofit feeding hungry kids, seniors on a fixed income, and anyone else on a tight budget. She’ll explain how YOU can make a difference later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Bloomington City Council
At the Bloomington City Council meeting on May 17th, Assistant Director of Planning and Transportation Beth Rosenbarger gave a report on a corridor study being done on College Avenue and Walnut Street.
Beth Rosenbarger explained why they are looking into the corridor study, and highlighted certain aspects that make this necessary.
She outlined what the corridor study parameters are, and clarified exactly what is ‘studied’ when looking at a corridor.
Beth Rosenbarger explained that the process is only just starting, and that it will take at least a year before any decisions are made and put into action.
Rosnebarger also encouraged anyone interested in learning more to attend a walk and talk where she will walk a group around the corridor and talk with them about it.
Council Member Sue Sgambelluri asked Rosenbarger if they could offer more sessions after the typical work day hours. Rosenbarger said she will work on making more of those options available.
Next, during public comment Bloomington Resident and Commission on Sustainability Member Matt Austin asked the council to switch from using Republic trash services to Rumpke when their contract with Republic expires in October.
The next Bloomington City Council meeting will be held on May 24th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, we have Part Three of an ongoing series from Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze. He speaks with eco architect and sustainability pioneer Bill Brown. In today’s installment, they address retrofitting existing structures like the University’s historic limestone buildings, how to source sustainable materials to offset climate change and how construction methods impact indoor air quality.
June Taylor talks about feeding people at Community Kitchen, and not just the homeless – this Bloomington nonprofit also helps hungry kids, seniors on a fixed income, and anyone else on a tight budget. Activate! is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate is produced by Chad Carrothers and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 17th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Cindy Beaulé speaks with two organizers about the Bloomington Early Music Festival. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Flipping Outrageous on Better Beware – our weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature.
But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington City Council
At the Bloomington City Council meeting on May 10th, Development Services Manager Jacki Scanlan gave an update on Accessory Dwelling Units and Plexes.
Council Member Steve Volan asked if the regulations are too restrictive, and if that is why they have not had a lot of requests. Scanlan responded.
Council Member Matt Flaherty asked a follow up question on what is stopping people from building A-D-Us and duplexes. Scanlan said that the process might be stopping people before they get started.
Council Member Jim Sims asked Scanlan if having the approval process be a by-right permitted use instead of a conditional use permit, would encourage more residents to consider A-D-Us and plexes.. Scanlan agreed that they would probably see more requests if the ordinance was instead a by-right permitted use.
Flaherty said that he is interested in changing the regulations after seeing that the concerns city residents’ had did not come to fruition, and asked Scanlan if she thinks that it would be reasonable to loosen the regulations to enable the building of more accessory dwelling units and plexes.
Then, Council Member Dave Rollo reintroduced an ordinance to amend the traffic calming and greenways program.
Assistant Director of Planning and Transportation Beth Rosenbarger offered some clarification on the traffic calming and greenways processes.
The council voted 4-5 in opposition to the ordinance. The next Bloomington City Council meeting will take place on May 17th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Cindy Beaulé speaks with two organizers about the Bloomington Early Music Festival. This interview originally aired as part of Tuesday’s Afternoon Music Mix on WFHB. We turn to Beaulé for more.
Up next, Flipping Outrageous on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Cindy Beaulé.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 15th, 2023.
Later in the program, Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Bill Brown in the second part of an interview with the eco architect. More in today’s feature report.
Maryann Iaria is flying high on the rush of a live performance with the Monroe County Civic Theater, our community’s only all-volunteer nonprofit theater group. They’re about to launch their annual Shakespeare in the Park and we’ll hear all about it later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Bloomington Board of Public Works
During the May 9th meeting of the Bloomington Board of Public Works, the board heard a resolution to remove a structure within the public right-of-way at 431 East Wylie Street. Transportation Technician for the City Michael Stewart explained the resolution.
Public Works Director Adam Wason recommended the board not take any formal action and to listen to the parties involved.
Stewart elaborated on the request to remove the structure on East Wylie Street.
During public comment, the resident of the property in question said the shed has been on the property since the 1980s.
A neighboring resident requested that the shed be moved by about six feet saying that she’s unable to access the back of her property as a result of the structure.
Public Works Director Adam Wason asked for clarification on how the nearby resident would use the public right-of-way if the structure were removed.
The board voted unanimously to table the item for a future meeting in order to investigate the resolution further. The Board of Public Works will meet again on May 23rd.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Bill Brown in the second part of an interview with the eco architect. In today’s segment, they discuss the cost benefit analysis of solar energy, addressing the price compared to fossil fuels, financial incentives available, as well as state and federal government policies relating to electrification and the transition to renewable energy. We turn to Zyro Roze for more.
In this episode, Maryann Iaria talks about Monroe County Civic Theater, our community’s only all-volunteer nonprofit theater group. MCCT is about to launch their annual Shakespeare in the Park production and is currently accepting submissions for a fall series of one act-shows and shorter pieces. This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate is produced by Chad Carrothers and Kade Young.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 16th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
But first, your local headlines:
Ellettsville Town Council
Photo courtesy of Elletsville.On May 8th at the Ellettsville Town Council meeting, Envision Ellettsville Member Dan Rarey announced that they will have a meeting on Tuesday, May 16th at 6 p.m. Council President William Ellis commented that he was glad the meeting would be held in the evening.
Next, Town Manager Mike Farmer introduced a presentation from Ziptility. Farmer said they have been working with Ziptility since 2018.
Ziptility C-O-O Jesse Kurth gave a presentation on how the town has been using their software, and what they can use it for in the future.
Farmer said that Ziptility has been a much cheaper option for the town compared to other geographic information systems, or G-I-S software.
Ellis asked if the data from Ziptility would be able to be transferred to a G-I-S software if they ever need to switch to that in the future. Kurth said that it is able to do that.
The Ellettsville Town Council will vote on the water rate increase ordinance at their next meeting on May 22nd.
Feature Report:
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.In today’s feature report, we have Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro.
Shapiro speaks with Bill Dussault and Stacy Dym as part of a special feature of “Lawyers, Schools & Access.” Stay tuned next week for a new episode and look for the rest of the interview online later this week.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Chrstine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 11th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright reports on a new bailiff for the Monroe County courts and the proposal of a new jail finance committee during the latest County Council meeting. More in today’s headlines.
Also coming up in the next half hour, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin expands on the new jail finance committee created by the Monroe County councilors. That’s in today’s feature report.
The Statehouse Roundup
The Statehouse Roundup is a brief, weekly segment focusing on Indiana news and politics. Tune in each Thursday during the WFHB Local News to hear a recap on news and politics on the state level.Last week, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed the “Don’t Say Gay Bill” into law.
House Bill 1608 requires a school to, “identify in writing at least one parent of a student, if the student is an emancipated minor, of a request made by the student to change the student’s name or pronoun, title or word to identify the student.”
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana tweeted, “House Bill 1608 could be used to silence any mention of LGBTQ people, ban books with LGBTQ characters, fire LGBTQ teachers and bar pride flags in classrooms.”
The ACLU also said, “worse yet, HB 1608 forces schools to out trans students, potentially opening these youth up to increased harassment and assault. This is cruel and an invasion of privacy.”
The law goes into effect on July 1st.
Feature Reports:
Photo by Benedict Jones.Up next, we turn to WFHB Correspondent Brookelyn Lambright for her latest coverage of the Monroe County Council. Lambright reports on a new bailiff for the Monroe County courts and the proposal of a new jail finance committee. Lambright has more.
In today’s feature report, local journalist Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin expands on the new jail finance committee created by the Monroe County councilors. We turn to Dave Askins for extended coverage on JFAC.
Now it’s time for Voices in the Street produced by WFHB’s Youth Radio.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Brookelyn Lambright, Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
Voices in the Street is produced by WFHB’s Youth Radio.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 10th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. We are looking into the Opioid Settlement Fund, and how the money will be distributed. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB hosted and produced by Richard Fish.
But first, Deep Dive:
Opioid Settlement Money Ep. 3 – Opioid Addiction Recovery Programs and Exhibit E
This is DEEP DIVE: WFHB AND LIMESTONE POST INVESTIGATE where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. We are looking into the Opioid Settlement Fund, and how the money will be distributed. We reached out to the local chapter of Centerstone, a non-profit health system that provides mental health and substance abuse services, about addiction itself, how substance abuse disorder can be stigmatized, and we asked for their proposals on how the settlement money should be used locally to address the issues the coroner raised. We also spoke to the Director of Clinical Development at Indiana Center for Recovery Jackie Daniels who has 18 years of experience working on addiction treatment and prevention related programs.
Up next, we have Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 9th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Dark Past Bright Future – a segment highlighting Black history hosted by Liz Mitchell of WFHB’s public affairs program, Bring It On! More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between Lil Bub’s Big Fund and WFHB.
But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington City Council
At the Bloomington City Council meeting on May 5th, the council voted to approve an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between the City of Bloomington and Monroe County. The agreement would create a joint Bloomington and Monroe County Human Rights Commission.
Bloomington Corporation Counsel Beth Cate shared the reasoning behind the joint commission.
Cate explained more about what was included in the agreement with the County. She also said that the agreement would at first be for a three year term which then could be evaluated, and changed as needed.
The council voted unanimously to approve the agreement.
The council also heard a similar ordinance, to amend Title 2 of the Bloomington Municipal Code Entitled Administration and Personnel. The amendment was to create the joint City-County Human Rights
Commission. Cate explained what the amendment would change.
The council approved the amendment unanimously. The Bloomington City Council will meet again on May 10th.
Monroe County Election Board
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).On May 4th at the Monroe County Election Board, County Clerk Nicole Browne reported on the unofficial numbers from the primary election.
Board Member David Henry thanked the clerk’s office for how the primary election went.
The board then discussed how to prepare for the hearing of David Wolfe Bender.
They established their template for the hearing, and County Legal Molly Turner King said she could look it over before the hearing.
The Monroe County Election Board will hold the hearing at their next meeting on May 18th at 1 p.m.
Feature Report:
Today, we also have a special Dark Past-Bright Future segment ideally suited for the month of May featuring Garrett Morgan, the black inventor of the automotive traffic control light, and the story of an unsung black race car driver, Fred Patterson. Garrett Morgan was an African-American inventor who invented two very different and important things: the gas mask and the traffic signal.
During his long life, he also became one of the most recognized and respected African-Americans in the country. Frederick Douglas Patterson was the first African American to build motorized cars. The first Patterson automobile, the Patterson-Greenfield, rolled off the line on September 23, 1915.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between Lil Bub’s Big Fund and WFHB.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 8th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze asks local eco architect and sustainability pioneer Bill Brown about the environmental considerations involved in constructing energy efficient public libraries that Brown designed for two communities in Indiana. More in today’s feature report.
That’s Devta Kidd from the Bloomington Trash Force, a group of volunteers cleaning up litter in neglected parts of the city. May the TRASH Force be with you later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Ellettsville Plan Commission
Photo courtesy of Ellettsville.The Ellettsville Plan Commission held a public hearing regarding a moratorium on certain commercial uses at their meeting on May 4th.
Planning Director Denise Line explained that they want a moratorium to give them time to update their Unified Development Ordinance.
Town Attorney Darla Brown said that the date they had initially set was for October 1st, 2023. She said, however, that they could pick a different date.
Line suggested that since they are already behind schedule, they set the new date to February of 2024. Commissioner Pamela Samples said she thought that was fine.
During public comment Envision Ellettsville Member Dan Rarey asked where the moratorium would take place. Line responded.
The commission voted unanimously to give a positive recommendation to the town council with the deadline changed to February 1st, 2024.
Next the commission discussed a resolution to change how wide driveways can be. Line explained that driveways that are being made right now are too large which violates the width requirements in the town code.
The ordinance would change the width requirements from 22 feet to a maximum of 36 feet. Line added that to be compliant, some driveways are 22 feet across at the road and then increase their width once they are 4 feet onto their property.
Commission Member Dan Swafford asked about what they would do about individuals who have already been fined. Line said that they haven’t fined that many people, because they do comply after being informed they are in violation of the town code.
The commission unanimously approved the resolution to change the width of the driveway from 22 feet to 36 feet at the property line.
The next Ellettsville Plan Commission meeting will be held on June 1st.
Feature Reports:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze asks local eco architect and sustainability pioneer Bill Brown about the environmental considerations involved in constructing energy efficient public libraries that Brown designed for two communities in Indiana. We turn to Zyro Roze for more.
In this episode, may the force be with you! The Bloomington Trash Force is a group of volunteers cleaning up litter in neglected parts of the city and they want YOU to help. This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate! Is produced by Chad Carrothers and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 4th, 2023.
Later in the program, we review the results of this week’s Primary Election in Monroe County. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Tracking and Stalking on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB.
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.The Monroe County Commissioners voted on a rezone request at their meeting on April 26th. Senior Planner Drew Myers, presented on the request from petitioner Tim Rolfsen, who is asking for the commissioners to amend the Zoning Map on a property located in Bloomington Township at 4851 North Kinser Pike.
Meyers explained that the petitioner is requesting the rezone to establish a winery on the property. The current zoning on the property is Estate Residential One. Rolfsen is requesting it be changed to Agricultural / Rural Reserve.
Meyers shared that the Plan Commission discussed this rezone request at multiple meetings. He said they did reach a positive recommendation with a vote of 6 to 3. The recommendation was passed with three conditions.
Meyers summarized the main concerns that the staff heard from neighbors in the area who submitted letters of opposition to the winery.
Meyers shared that there was one letter of support, who wrote that they are in favor of the winery, and think it would, “add beauty, community, and enjoyment to our area of living.”
Commissioner Penny Githens asked about the number of events the petitioner would have at the winery, and if the rezone would remain if the property was sold to someone else in the future. Meyers responded.
Githens also added that while driving on Bell Road she understood the residents’ concerns about an increase in traffic due to the small nature of the road.
Commissioner Julie Thomas asked how the noise ordinance would be enforced. Meyers said that noise complaints go to the sheriff’s department.
The petitioner, Tim Rolfsen, spoke to the commissioners about the concerns the neighbors voiced in their letters of opposition.
During public comment, Monroe County Resident, Jana Hasty, said that the goals of the winery would always be in opposition to the goals of the homeowners.
Also during public comment, Monroe County Resident Paul Grey said that he has seen Oliver Winery grow over the years, and expects that this winery would be the same.
The commissioners voted to not approve the rezone request, with Penny Githens voting yes, and Commissioners Julie Thomas and Lee Jones voting no.
Feature Reports:
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).Up next, we turn to WFHB News Correspondents Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider for the Monroe County Primary Election results.
Up next, Tracking and Stalking on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023.
Later in the program, we continue our investigation into the opioid crisis on DEEP DIVE: WFHB AND LIMESTONE POST INVESTIGATE – looking into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Tracking and Stalking on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB.
Feature Reports:
This is DEEP DIVE: WFHB AND LIMESTONE POST INVESTIGATE where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. We are looking into the Opioid Settlement Fund, and how the money will be distributed.
We interviewed Dr. Richard Gunderman who is a Professor of Radiology, Pediatrics, Medical Education, Philosophy, Liberal Arts, Philanthropy and Medical Humanities at Indiana University. Gunderman has a background in public health and has taught a couple of courses on the opioid epidemic at IU. Gunderman says he wanted to teach these courses because he became interested in the wide ranging impacts of the opioid epidemic on the American public.
We also talked to Executive Director of the Indiana Recovery Alliance Nick Voyles. In an interview last year last year Voyles said that the key to keeping people who use drugs meaningfully connected in their communities is to treat every person regardless of their circumstances or condition, with dignity and respect.
We will continue to look into the Opioid Crisis., next week on Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate. Stay tuned.
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).Up next, we turn to WFHB News Correspondents Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider for the Monroe County Primary Election results.
Up next, Tracking and Stalking on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Our feature was produced by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023.
In today’s feature report, WFHB News Correspondents Abe Shapiro, Kathryn Lewis, Grace Romine and Kade Young spoke with voters and poll workers on Primary Election Day. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between Lil Bub’s Big Fund and WFHB. But first, your local headlines.
Ellettsville Town Council
Photo courtesy of Elletsville.At the Ellettsville Town Council meeting on April 24th, discussed an ordinance on a water rate increase.
Senior Manager at Baker Tilly, Mitchell Eschweiler shared the findings of their study on the water rate study they were contracted to conduct.
Eschweiller shared the history on the cash and investment balances for the Town of Ellettsville.
He said that if the rate change is passed, the average residential user’s cost would go from 24 dollars to 32 dollars.
He shared the next steps if the council wanted to move forward with the water rate increase.
The next Ellettsville Town Council meeting will be held on May 8th.
Bloomington Utilities Service Board
Photo courtesy of Schmidt Associates.At the Bloomington Utilities Service Board meeting on April 24th, Director Vic Kelson gave a presentation on the Resource Recovery Program Feasibility Study.
Kelson explained that the project is eligible for an Investment Tax Credit that is for projects that have zero emissions.
Kelson gave a summary of the financial feasibility.
He also gave a summary on the benefits that the project could have for the community.
The next Bloomington Utilities Service Board meeting will be held on May 8th.
Feature Report:
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).Today marks Primary Election Day. Local voters had the chance to select the nominees for city council, city clerk and Bloomington mayor.
WFHB News spoke with local voter Beth Ellis at Fairview Elementary School. Next, the newsroom spoke with two poll workers at the Indiana Memorial Union. Then, we heard from two voters at the Sample Gates, Tim Dwyer and Emmett Nolan.
Tune in tonight from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. to hear WFHB Correspondents live at the Cascades Inn for the Monroe County Democratic Primary Watch Party.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between Lil Bub’s Big Fund and WFHB.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro, Kathryn Lewis, Grace Romine, Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 1st, 2023.
Later in the program, we hear Big Talk host Michael Glab speak with all three of the candidates running for mayor of Bloomington. More in today’s feature report.
That’s Dan Cates from Court Appointed Special Advocates, also known as CASA. Right now there is an urgent need for volunteers to stand up for kids who are going through the justice system due to abuse or neglect. CASA has a training this month that will teach you how to do it. More on that later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Bloomington Board of Park Commissioners
During the April 25th meeting of the Bloomington Board of Park Commissioners, the board heard a review of a policy pertaining to memorial benches in public parks. Operations Office Coordinator Barbara Dunbar explained the updates to the policy.
Board Member Jim Whitlatch asked Dunbar what the policy would be if the city wanted to withdraw a plaque. Dunbar said they haven’t considered it.
The board approved the updates to both the memorial benches in parks and the commemorative tree program unanimously. They agreed to consider a policy update on plaque withdrawal at a later date.
Next, during public comment, representatives from the Bloomington Football Club and the Monroe County Senior Baseball League Association shared their concerns with the board. Parent and Member of the Bloomington Football Club Kathleen Field urged the board to increase the city’s access to soccer fields.
Parent Richard Field said he’s concerned about plans to convert Field 6 at Winslow Sports Complex to a soccer field.
Board Member Kathleen Mills thanked all parents for voicing their concerns and said the parks department will further consider finding a balance during a work session. The Bloomington Board of Park Commissioners will have their next meeting on May 14th.
Feature Report:
Tomorrow marks Primary Election Day. Local voters will have a chance to select the nominees for city council, city clerk and Bloomington mayor. In today’s feature report, we hear Big Talk host Michael Glab speak with all three of the candidates running for mayor of Bloomington.
You will hear brief portions of interviews from Bloomington mayoral candidates Susan Sandberg, Kerry Thomson and Don Griffin respectively. Candidate Susan Sandberg currently holds a position on Bloomington’s City Council. Kerry Thomson was the former CEO of Habitat for Humanity in Monroe County. Right now, she’s the executive director of IU’s Center for Rural Engagement. Don Griffin was deputy mayor for the City of Bloomington from March 2021 until December of last year. He also owns Griffin Realty.
Stay tuned to hear Michael Glab ask each candidate why they’re running for mayor and discover what issues matter most to them. To listen to the full 30 minute interview from each candidate, visit this link.
In this episode of Activate!, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteer Dan Cates talks about the urgent need for local people to stand up for kids who are going through the justice system due to abuse or neglect. This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Michael Glab.
Activate! Is produced by Chad Carrothers and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
You’re listening to the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 26th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have DEEP DIVE: WFHB AND LIMESTONE POST INVESTIGATE where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Rent Me A Car, Baby on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more. More following today’s feature.
But first, the latest episode of Deep Dive:
This is Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. We are looking into the Opioid Settlement Fund, and how the money will be distributed.
In response to the opioid crisis, state and local governments across the country sued the pharmaceutical companies in charge of making and distributing opioids, and held them accountable for the lives they have impacted. This is according to the Indiana Attorney General’s office.
Over the last two years, a national opioid settlement of 26 billion dollars has been reached. The first settlement comes from opioid distributors McKesson, Cardinal Health and AmerisourceBergen, and opioid manufacturer Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and its parent company, Johnson & Johnson. The three opioid distributors will pay 21 billion dollars over the course of 18 years. Johnson & Johnson will pay up to 5 billion dollars over the span of 9 years.
Indiana will receive about 507 million dollars from the settlement. The City of Bloomington will receive about 2 million dollars and Monroe County will receive about 2.6 million dollars over the course of 18 years.
We will continue to dig into the Opioid Epidemic and the National Opioid Settlement, next Wednesday on Deep Dive. Stay tuned.
Feature Report:
Up next, Rent Me A Car, Baby on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Our feature was produced by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 27th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Hearabouts, Asian American Midwest Radio – done in collaboration with the IU Asian Culture Center and WFHB. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent prison related news and announcements from the producers of Kite Line – WFHB’s public affairs program devoted to prison issues in the Midwest and beyond.
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Public Library
Upon entering the library, you can see the words, “read, learn, connect and create” (Young).At the Monroe County Public Library meeting on April 19th, President of the Board Chris Harrison wished Human Resources Manager Kyle Wickemeyer-Hardy farewell as she retires, and thanked her for her work.
Next, Director Grier Carson gave his monthly report. He shared that they are intentionally starting the Southwest Branch with a smaller collection of available materials to check out. This will allow them to purchase more books in the future, and tailor the collection to the patrons’ interests.
Harris asked Director Grier Carson for an update on Indiana legislation that could impact libraries. Carson responded.
Next, Carson gave an update on construction at the Southwest Branch.
Board Member Kathy Loser shared that she has heard residents are excited about the new branch, and that they will be able to walk to the library.
Next, Harrison shared that they are accepting a donation to the Friends of the Library for the amphitheater and a labyrinth at the Southwest Branch. The amphitheater will be named the Hane Amphitheater by the Woods.
The board unanimously approved the donation and naming of the amphitheater and labyrinth.
The next Monroe County Public Library meeting will be held on May 17th.
Richland Bean Blossom School Board
At the Richland Bean Blossom School Board meeting on April 17th, Director of the Preschool, Heather Kensek introduced a presentation on a clothing and sewing unit two teachers held.
Preschool Teachers Alex Green and Stephanie Nemes presented on the projects they had their students make.
First, Nemes presented on her student’s projects origami and tie dying. She shared the skills that they learned along the way.
Next, Green shared that her class worked on crocheting and quilting.
Nemes said the conclusion of the clothing and sewing project is that preschool is the best.
The School Board thanked them for the work that they did.
The next Richland Bean Blossom School Board meeting will take place on May 15th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, we have an excerpt from Hearabouts, Asian American Midwest Radio – done in collaboration with the IU Asian Culture Center and WFHB. Today, we hear from Rebecca Valeriano-Flores who works in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion office at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University. To listen to the full interview, visit wfhb dot org.
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Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Hearabouts.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 25th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a coproduction between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington City Council
During council report at the Bloomington City Council meeting on April 19th, Council Member Isabel Piedmont-Smith shared news from her position on the Solid Waste Management Board. She shared the results of the survey done on the viability of an anaerobic waste digester.
Piedmont-Smith said that she believes the anaerobic digester is a good idea for the city to pursue.
Then, Council Member Kate Rosenbarger shared that a Bloomington Resident David Howard passed away, and shared the impact that he had on the community.
During public comment housing advocate Deborah Meyerson asked the council to address the housing crisis when they consider next year’s budget.
Next, the Council heard from Development Services Manager Jacki Scanlan who asked the council to approve amendments to the Urban Development Ordinance. Some of the changes proposed were mere typos, and some changed phrases like invasive species to prohibited species.
Scanlan explained that they were updating their code on flood plains to comply with Indiana Department of Natural Resources floodplain definition requirements.
The council voted to approve the changes on the four ordinances Scanlan presented to update the Urban Development Ordinance.
The Bloomington City Council will hold a meeting to discuss next year’s budget. The meeting is called the Common Council Budget Advance and will be held on April 25th.
Feature Reports:
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.Now it’s time for Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to Shapiro for more.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a coproduction between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday April 24th, 2023.
Later in the program, Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze explores urban permaculture and village building with Mark Lakeman, the eco architect and place maker behind Portland Oregon’s City Repair Project. More in today’s feature report.
That’s Bet Savich from Friends of Lake Monroe. We’ll hear more from her later in the show about grassroots volunteer efforts to protect the source of Bloomington’s drinking water. That’s on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.On April 19th at the Monroe County Commissioners meeting, the Health Department update was given by Administrative Assistant Jaimmie Ford.
Ford also showed the public how to access the resources available on their website.
Monroe Circuit Court Probation Department Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative Coordinator Christine McAfee gave a department update on the Probationary Advisory Workgroup.
Later, the Commissioners heard from Parks and Recreation Assistant Director John Roberston. He asked the commissioners to approve a service agreement with Graber Post Buildings, Inc.
The commissioners unanimously approved the service agreement.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on April 27th.
Feature Reports:
In today’s feature report, Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze explores urban permaculture and village building with Mark Lakeman, the eco architect and place maker behind Portland Oregon’s City Repair Project, which has inspired communities around the world to transform their neighborhoods into art installations and food forests. We turn to Zyro Roze for more.
In today’s episode of Activate, former longtime director of the Bloomington Volunteer Network Bet Savich talks about Friends of Lake Monroe, a grassroots volunteer organization safeguarding the source of Bloomington’s drinking water. This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate is produced by Chad Carrothers and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 19th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Deep Dive: WFHB and the Limestone Post Investigate, where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Travel Trouble on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature.
But first, your feature report:
This is Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. We are looking into the Opioid Settlement Fund, and how the money will be distributed.
Over the next several weeks, WFHB News will continue to look into how Bloomington and Monroe County are planning on distributing the funds, and compare how other local governments are managing the settlement fund distribution next week on Deep Dive. Stay tuned.
Up next, Travel Trouble on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Our feature was produced by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 18th, 2023.
Later in the program, the Monroe County Community Justice Response Committee announced that local officials will tour county owned property south of Catalent as a potential site for the new jail. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Lil Fund.
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Community Justice Response Committee
During public comment at the Community Justice Response Committee on April 17th, concerned resident Marc Haggerty complained about proposed locations for the new jail and the poor conditions of the current jail.
Public Engagement Director for the City of Bloomington Kaisa Goodman announced that a handful of local officials will tour the county-owned Thomson property south of Catalent as a potential site for the new jail. Goodman criticized the lack of city involvement in the committee.
City Council Member Isabel Piedmont-Smith said she wants to see the committee prioritize treatment rather than incarceration. Smith called out the lack of transparency in the C-J-R-C and said she’d like to see more city involvement.
The committee then heard a presentation from architectural firm D-L-Z regarding the design of a potential new jail. To listen to the full presentation and discussion, visit this link. The next C-J-R-C meeting will happen on May 1st.
Bloomington City Council
Photo courtesy of the City of Bloomington.On April 12th at the Bloomington City Council meeting, Council Member Isabel Piedmont-Smith spoke about democracy.
Next, Mayor John Hamilton shared information on the cost of annexation litigation.
Council Member Steve Volan asked Hamilton if city staff can put together a report on the TIF or Tax Increment Financing that the Bloomington Redevelopment Commission uses to invest in projects like Switchyard Park and The Mill. Hamilton responded.
Hamilton said it would take a few weeks to have the staff compile a list of investments they have done over the years.
Next, Innovation Director Devta Kidd gave a report on the Sidewalk Innovation Project.
Kidd explained what the impact of unmaintained sidewalks is, and shared the ideas the community came up with to help solve the problem.
Kidd also shared that they are going to keep researching alternatives to historical sidewalks, and in the meantime make sure that the ones that are in disrepair are addressed. They also talked about putting visual markers on the ground where trash cans should go that would ensure residents do not put their trash cans on the sidewalk.
Kidd also shared that they will start to use alternative materials like recycled plastic instead of cement for sidewalks.
Council Member Dave Rollo asked Kidd about the sample size used to determine the support of the ideas. Kidd responded that the sample size was 20. Rollo suggested that a larger survey be taken to get a better representation on the public’s perspective on the ideas.
The next Bloomington City Council meeting will be held on April 19th.
Feature Report:
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Lil Fund. We turn now to that program.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Kite Line is produced by Mia Beach.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
Lil Bub is produced by Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 17th, 2023.
In today’s feature report, WFHB Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Tim Maloney, Senior Policy Director for the Hoosier Environmental Council (HEC) on bills moving through the Indiana Legislature that relate to the ecological health of our state. More in today’s feature report.
That’s Bloomington therapist Li Meuser, from a local coalition called Building a Thriving Compassionate Community. We’ll hear more from her later in the show about this network of individuals and organizations hosting trauma-informed trainings on the root causes of social problems in Monroe County. That’s on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on April 12th Director Emergency Management Jamie Neibel gave an update on the work they have been doing to provide support after the tornado.
Commissioners Penny Githens reminded residents that they can sign up for the community alert system to be informed of weather related events in the future. Githens said that residents can sign up on the county website under the Emergency Managements page.
During public comment Monroe County Resident David Rubel spoke in favor of Sheriff Ruben Marté, and said he appreciated that they added mattresses to sleep on in the drunk tank.
Also during public comment President of the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce Eric Spoonmore urged the commissioners to create the Capital Improvements Board in light of legislation proposed at the state level to change the way the Food and Beverage Tax can be used.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on April 19th.
Feature Reports:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze gets an update from the Indiana State House in a conversation with Tim Maloney, Senior Policy Director for the Hoosier Environmental Council (HEC) on bills moving through the Indiana Legislature that relate to the ecological health of our state. To hear the full interview, listen on the latest edition of Eco Report Extra.
In this episode of Activate, Tara Green and Li Meuser talk about Building a Thriving Compassionate Community, a network of individuals and organizations hosting trauma-informed trainings and discussions promoting actionable change on the root causes of social problems in Monroe County.
This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate is produced by Chad Carrothers and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 12th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Who’s Not Who on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines.
Feature Report:
This is Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. Last month we looked into problems caused by the Housing Crisis, this month we will share possible solutions. This week, we wrap up our series on housing featuring testimony from Bloomington HAND Director John Zody, Mayor John Hamilton and Director of Real Estate Development for the Bloomington Housing Authority Nate Ferreria. Tune in next week at 5 pm for Deep Dive, where we will start to investigate into Opioid Settlement Fund distribution in Monroe County.
Up next, Who’s Not Who on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 11th, 2023.
Later in the program, Louisville officials held a press conference following a mass shooting at a downtown bank on Monday. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a coproduction between Lil Bub’s Big Fund and WFHB. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Criminal Justice Response Committee
The Monroe County Criminal Justice Response Committee met on April 3rd. During public comment Monroe County Resident Audrey Williams shared her concern that the commissioners have not been transparent in their discussions surrounding the architecture firm chosen to design the jail.
Also during public comment, Public Engagement Director for the City of Bloomington Kaisa Goodman shared that city staff met with County Attorney Jeff Cockerill to discuss possible locations for the new jail.
Next, the committee reviewed other jail facilities. County Council Member Pete Iverson shared a presentation on design concepts they thought were well done in the correctional facility in Franklin County, Ohio. The facility they toured was designed by D-L-Z, the firm the commissioners have chosen to design the new jail.
The Monroe County Commissioners asked to meet with Sheriff Ruben Marté at a Monroe County Commissioners Work Session to discuss an E-mail he sent to them asking for complete transparency. Commissioner Penny Githens said she would consider Council Member Jennifer Crossley’s suggestion to further discuss his E-mail at the next C-J-R-C meeting.
The next Monroe County Criminal Justice Response Committee meeting will be held on April 17th.
Louisville Officials Hold Press Conference after Mass Shooting at Downtown Bank
Warning: The following story contains accounts some people may find disturbing, including gun violence and mass shootings. Listener discretion is advised.
On Monday, a 25-year-old man shot and killed five colleagues at a bank in Louisville, Kentucky. Eight others were wounded, two of which remain in intensive care.
The gunman, who purchased an AR-15-style semi automatic rifle on April 4th, was killed by police after an exchange of gunfire.
Louisville officials provided updates yesterday on the mass shooting during a news conference. Interim Chief of the Louisville Metro Police Department Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel gave a rundown on what happened on Monday.
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenburg offered condolences to those who lost their lives and their families.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear condemned the act of violence, saying that mass shootings tear at the fabric of our society.
General Surgeon Dr. Jason Smith of the University of Louisville Health hospital discussed treating the victims.
Kentucky is one of 25 states that allow most adults over 21-year-old to purchase and carry a firearm without a license.
According to the Gun Violence Archive, over 11,500 people have died from gun violence in the U.S. in 2023. That’s an average of 115 deaths each day.
Feature Reports:
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a coproduction between Lil Bub’s Big Fund and WFHB. We turn now to that segment.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 3rd, 2023.
Later in the program, Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze hosted a conversation with Thomas Linzey, Senior Legal Counsel for the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights. More in today’s feature report.
That’s Liz Barnhart from Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard, a local food pantry that has grown into so much more as they fight to reduce Bloomington’s seventeen percent food insecurity rate. The national rate is ten point two percent. More from Barnhart later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Community School Corporation School Board Discusses School Safety and Inclusivity
Photo courtesy of the Indiana Daily Student.The Monroe County Community School Corporation Board met on March 28th. During public comment Reva Doliana asked the board to focus on safety at their schools in light of the most recent school shooting.
Next, Bloomington North High School student Sam Clark addressed the board about LGBTQ+ treatment in the schools.
Later, the board voted on a resolution to recommit to serve LGBTQIA+ students to ensure they have an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment.
Vice-President of the Board April Hennessey spoke in support of the resolution.
The resolution passed unanimously.
The next MCCSC board meeting will be held on April 25th.
Feature Reports:
Photo courtesy of the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights.In today’s feature report, Environmental Correspondent Zyro Roze hosted a conversation with Thomas Linzey, Senior Legal Counsel for the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights. Roze and Linzey discuss the environmental attorney’s background, early career, legal triumphs and current court battles to secure civil rights for Ecosystems by conferring personhood to aspects of Nature under the law. We turn to Zyro Roze for more.
Up next, we have Activate! on the WFHB Local News. In this episode, Liz Barnhart from Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard talks about the fight to reduce Bloomington’s 17 percent food insecurity rate. The national rate is 10.2 percent.
Activate! features real people working for positive change in our community. This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate is produced by Chad Carrothers and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 29th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News.
More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines:
WFHB’s Spring Fund Drive
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Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees
Upon entering the library, you can see the words, “read, learn, connect and create” (Young).At the Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting on March 22nd, Director of the Library Grier Carson gave his monthly report.
He also updated the board on the Southwest Branch’s construction. He shared that the construction is on schedule for the grand opening on Friday June 9th.
Next, the board heard from Kyle Wickemyer-Hardy who presented proposed changes to the bereavement leave policy.
Board Member Kari Esarey supported the change to allow staff members to ask for additional time off if needed. She asked for clarification that the five day allotment was per bereavement leave. Wickemyer-Hardy responded.
The board voted to amend the bereavement leave policy unanimously.
The next Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting will be held on April 19th.
Feature Report:
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.Now it’s time for Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to Shapiro for his archived edition of “Lawyers, Schools, and Access: A Journey through the History of Judicial Decisions in Special Education Part I” on the WFHB Local News.
Up next, we have Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 28th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Ruth Flegmann reported on a protest and march criticizing Indiana University’s response to recent acts of discrimination. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
But first, your local headlines:
WFHB’s Spring Fund Drive
You’re listening to WFHB Local News. It’s our Spring Fund Drive here at WFHB, and we need your support to keep local, independent journalism alive and well on the airwaves. WFHB is a training ground for community members of South Central Indiana to gain experience in learning how to produce local news. Community radio is a rare gem, and we are proud to be a community radio station with a vibrant news department. But it costs money to produce a daily local newscast. We need YOUR support in order to keep the WFHB Local News up and running throughout the week.
If you support this kind of independent journalism, please consider donating during tonight’s show. We need to raise 200 dollars during this very program. That goal happens by one donation at a time. So please, give us a call at 812-323-1200. Again, that’s 812-323-1200. You can also visit our website to make a safe and secure donation through our website. Thank you for supporting your community radio station, WFHB.
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.On March 23rd the Monroe County Commissioners heard from Director of the Planning Department Jackie Nester-Jelen shared with the commissioners that they will be holding focus group meetings for the County Development Ordinance.
Highway Director Lisa Ridge asked the commissioners to approve a change order for the Sample Road project. Ridge explained that they tested the soil, and found that they need to switch from lime to cement for stabilization.
Commissioner Julie Thomas asked Ridge for an update on the construction at Sample East and Sample West roads, and shared she has received calls from residents asking about when the construction is expected to be finished by. Ridge responded.
The commissioners approved the change order unanimously.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on March 29th.
Feature Reports:
WFHB Correspondent Ruth Flegmann reported on a protest and march criticizing Indiana University’s response to recent acts of discrimination. Flegmann has more.In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Ruth Flegmann reported on a protest and march criticizing Indiana University’s response to recent acts of discrimination. Flegmann has more.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Ruth Flegmann.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 27th, 2023.
Later in the program, it’s WFHB’s Spring Fund Drive. WFHB News Anchors Deke Hager, Benedict Jones and Grace Romine will be cutting in throughout the program to ask for your support. More coming up in today’s show.
That’s Bloomington animal welfare advocate Cathi Eagan, founder of Canine Express, a volunteer-run nonprofit transporting dogs from overcrowded shelters to places where they can find loving homes. We’ll hear more from her later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community. But first, your daily headlines:
WFHB’s Spring Fund Drive
It’s WFHB’s Spring Fund Drive. The WFHB Local News is an award winning news and public affairs program that highlights what’s happening in South Central Indiana produced in large part by volunteers. This kind of programming is rare, but we aim to be a training ground for volunteers looking to learn the craft of radio journalism.
WFHB is one of the few independent sources of news in Monroe County, and we’re proud to carry on the longstanding tradition of news and public affairs for Bloomington, Monroe County, Ellettsville and Nashville.
But, in order to maintain the WFHB Local News four nights a week, we need your support. We need to raise 200 dollars during this very program to meet our goal for Fund Drive. So please, give us a call at 812-323-1200 or visit our website to make a donation. Every amount helps to reach that goal of 200 dollars. Again, call us at 812-323-1200 and make your pledge today. Thank you for your time and thank you for your support!
Monroe County Election Board
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).At the Monroe County Election Board meeting on March 23rd the board discussed how they can respond to the claims that a candidate for Bloomington City Council District 6 was running under false pretenses of living in the district.
A previous member of the board, Guy Loftman sat in the place of David Henry for the meeting. Loftman introduced himself and explained that he is serving as proxy for Henry since Henry is the chair of the Monroe County Democratic Party and abstained from the conversation.
Loftman outlined what he knew about the case of David Wolfe Bender. Loftman said that he believes they should open an investigation into it, and have a public hearing where Bender is able to speak.
Loftman suggested that they refer the case to the prosecutor’s office.
Chair of the Board Donovan Garletts asked for clarification on which election codes were applicable. County Attorney Molly Turner King responded.
She shared that the board does not have the ability to fine Bender, but said that they can publicly threaten to penalize him.
County Clerk Nicole Browne said she wanted to ensure the investigation is taken seriously. She suggested they take action to show that someone cannot falsify their residency without facing consequences.
The board set an official hearing date for May 18th to hear from David Wolfe Bender.
The next Monroe County Election Board meeting will be held on April 6th.
Feature Report:
Up next, we have Activate! Featuring real people working for positive change in our community. In this episode, animal welfare advocate Cathi Eagan talks about Canine Express, a volunteer-run nonprofit transporting dogs from overcrowded shelters to places where they can find loving homes. This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. We turn now to Activate on the WFHB Local News.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Activate is produced by Chad Carrothers and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 23rd, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, today WFHB begins our Spring Fund Drive. WFHB News Staff Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider will be live at the WFHB Studio to share more regarding our Spring Fund Drive. But first, your local headlines:
WFHB’s Spring Fund Drive
Today marks the start of WFHB’s Spring Fund Drive. The WFHB Local News is an award-winning, daily news program. Each and every day, we bring you coverage on local government, in-depth news features on topics concerning our community and it’s all done by volunteers who are community members themselves.
Community radio is rare. Community radio stations with news departments are even more rare, and we’re proud to keep around WFHB’s long-standing tradition of a vibrant news and public affairs department. But we need you to keep WFHB’s many local news and public affairs programs on the air.
Keep the community radio revolution alive by making a pledge in support of the WFHB Local News. During today’s broadcast, we need to raise 100 dollars in support of our Spring Fund Drive. Call 812-323-1200 and make a pledge as soon as you can. Again, that’s 812-323-1200. You can also visit our website to pledge your support.
Thank you for listening and thank you for supporting your community radio station, WFHB.
Bloomington Utilities Service Board
Photo courtesy of Schmidt Associates.At the Bloomington Utilities Service Board meeting on March 13th, Utilities Engineer Jane Fleig asked the board to approve an agreement with American Structurepoint Inc. for consulting services on a water main relocation project.
Board Member Jeff Enham asked if they would be compensated for the engineering since it is an Indot project. Fleig said they would not be.
President of the Board Amanda Burnham asked for more information on the nature of the project Indot is planning. Fleig responded that they are putting in an exit ramp, and shared their reasoning for it.
The board unanimously approved the agreement with American Structurepoint Incorporated.
During staff reports, M-S-4 Program Coordinator Liz Carter gave a presentation on the city’s M-S-4 program.
Carter outlined the program’s scope. She said they work on education and outreach, active construction, maintenance and construction of green infrastructure, and they investigate complaints from the public.
Carter shared the types of stormwater complaints they receive, and shared how they address them.
Carter explained that a large undertaking has been establishing a way to enforce their agreed upon standards at larger construction sites. Carter credited the work of Assistant Director of Environmental Programs Katherine Zaiger with this milestone for the M-S-4 program.
In her presentation Carter shared more aspects of how the M-S-4 program works to improve stormwater runoff. If you want to know more, you can watch the full presentation on CATS.
After her presentation, Board Member Kirk White asked about utilities taking on the maintenance of the storm drains, and expressed concern that it is a large undertaking. Carter said she expects the department of Public Works to continue to assist them.
White suggested that they work on a plan to help with the transition from Public Works to Utilities.
The next Bloomington Utilities Service Board meeting will be held on March 27th.
Feature Report:
Up next, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. This month, Civic Conversations welcomed Michael Lippert, a journalist with the Indiana Capital Chronicle, to discuss the 2022 American Health Rankings Report. In the podcast, Leppert talks to our host, Jim Allison, about where Indiana stands regarding public health in the United States. We turn now to Civic Conversations on the WFHB Local News.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Becky Hill.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Artificial Crooks on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines:
Ellettsville Town Council
Photo courtesy of Elletsville.On March 13th at the Ellettsville Town Council meeting, the council heard an amendment to the 2023 Salary Ordinance to add a part time park employee. This ordinance would also change the Traffic Safety Education and Enforcement Overtime Rate. Council member Sandra Hash said that some changes were made to the ordinance after the first reading.
Council member Jimmie Durnill explained the changes. Hash confirmed specifics on the salary rate.
Vice President William Ellis asked for clarification on the salary range to ensure the salary was competitive.
The council approved the ordinance unanimously.
Next, the Council discussed an agreement between the Town of Ellettsville and Baker Tilly US LP. Town Manager Mike Farmer informed the council that due to inflation the cost of installing and maintaining their water system has increased drastically.
Farmer explained Baker Tilly’s involvement in the water rate study and the rate case filing.
The council approved the engagement letter with Baker Tilly US LP unanimously.
The next Ellettsville Town Council meeting will be held on Monday, March 27th.
Feature Reports:
In today’s feature report, we have the latest edition of Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. Last month we looked into problems caused by the Housing Crisis, this month we will share possible solutions.
One solution to the housing crisis in Bloomington is to diversify the housing supply. In today’s segment, WFHB News reports on multifamily housing, missing middle housing, the Unified Development Ordinance and more.
WFHB and the Limestone Post speak with Director of Planning and Transportation Scott Robinson and Urban Planner and Housing and Community Development Consultant Deborah Myerson.
Up next, Artificial Crooks on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 21st, 2023.
Later in the program, The Bloomington Board of Public Works recently turned down an application by the IU Chapter of the conservative group Turning Point USA for an “All Lives Matter” mural on Kirkwood. More in today’s local headlines.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. But first, your local headlines.
Bloomington Board of Public Works Denies Turning Point USA’s Mural Application
During the March 14th meeting of the Bloomington Board of Public Works, the board heard a request from Turning Point USA at Indiana University to paint an “All Lives Matter” street mural. City Attorney Michael Rouker gave some background information on the controversial proposal. He said that city staff recommends the board deny Turning Point’s special events application.
Applicant Kyle Reynolds who represents Turning Point USA was given the opportunity to make a comment. Reynolds said that Turning Point USA would sue if the board denied the application.
During public comment, concerned resident Heidi Darling urged the board to strike down the proposal. She described the phrase “All Lives Matter” as a denial to the existence of racial injustice in response to the phrase “Black Lives Matter.”.
Next, Bloomington Bagel Company Owner Sue Aquila offered public comment saying that the mural would be inappropriate and would send an unwelcoming message to people on Kirkwood Avenue. She labeled the proposal as “veiled racism.”
Then, Executive Committee Member of the Monroe County Branch of the NAACP Ruth Aydt urged the board to deny the proposal. She said that the words “All Lives Matter” have been used to shut down important conversations on racial injustice in the United States. She called out Bloomington’s recent history of racial discrimination.
President of the Monroe County Chapter of the NAACP Maqubè Reese said discrimination is still prevalent today. She called out what she believes is the hypocrisy and performative nature of the phrase “All Lives Matter.”
The board voted to unanimously deny the street mural proposal. The Board of Public Works will meet again for their regular session on March 28th.
Feature Report:
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.Now it’s time for Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to Shapiro for more.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 20th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze asks Kelly Con-a-way, proprietor of Drift Botanicals about what tips she might give for nontoxic, environmentally responsible options for Green Spring Cleaning. More in today’s feature report.
That’s local business owner Melinda Seader, one of the original “Wonderlab Moms,” reflecting on her family legacy of service to Bloomington culture. We’ll hear more from her later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Council
Photo by Benedict Jones.The Monroe County Council met on March 14th. During council liaison updates, Council Member Jennifer Crossely shared that she has seen improvements at the jail, and can tell the Sheriff’s department is working on making changes.
Council Member Kate Wilts spoke on her disappointment with the Community Justice Response Committee rapport. Wilts noted that the committee has not been treating each other with the respect they deserve.
During new business, Director of the Monroe County Public Library Grier Carson asked the council to approve of the new appointment to the Board of Trustees.
Council Member Marty Hawke suggested that a county council member be appointed to the library board of trustees as a liaison to better support them.
Council Member Trent Deckard commended the Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees for their work, and their leadership with the development of the Southwest Branch.
Deckard supported Hawke’s suggestion to appoint a council liaison, and shared that he would be interested in the position.
The council approved the appointment of Christine Hull unanimously. The Monroe County Council will meet again on April 11th.
Feature Reports:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze asks Kelly Conaway, proprietor of Drift Botanicals about her reasons for starting a green cleaning company and what tips she might give for nontoxic, environmentally responsible options for Green Spring Cleaning. We turn to Zyro Roze for more.
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. Today’s episode features local business owner Melinda Seader, one of the original “Wonderlab Moms,” reflecting on her family legacy of service to Bloomington culture. We turn now to the latest installment of Activate on the WFHB Local News.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze..
Today’s edition of Activate! was produced by Chad Carrothers, Michelle Moss, Eavan Hanke, and Leah Corcoran.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 15th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate – where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Latest Updates on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News. More following today’s feature.
Feature Report:
In today’s report, we have Deep Dive: WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate – where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. In today’s edition of Deep Dive, WFHB News and Limestone Post spoke with Executive Director of Beacon, Inc. Forrest Gilmore, Director of Housing Security for United Way Mary Morgan and IU Campus United Way Coordinator Catherine Blankensop regarding Heading Home of South Central Indiana and the idea of “housing-first” as an approach to address the issue of homelessness in the community. This is the first edition in a four-part series looking at potential solutions to the housing crisis in Bloomington and Monroe County.
Up next, Latest Updates on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Our feature was produced by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 14th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Bring It On – WFHB’s Black Affairs program – regarding a recently passed anti racism policy in the MCCSC school system. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Community Justice Response Committee
At the Monroe County Community Justice Response Committee meeting, Care Not Cages member Micol Seigel said she wants to see the committee make the current jail livable and up to constitutional standards.
Director of Focus Initiatives Justin Huerta described his experience in the prison system for minor drug charges. He said that he doesn’t believe locking people up is the answer.
President of the Monroe County Black Democratic Caucus Nicole Bolden criticized the committee’s conduct during recent meetings, particularly the way Sheriff Ruben Marté and Monroe County Council member Jennifer Crossley have been treated.
Next, the Monroe County Commissioners shared their goals and vision for the committee. Commissioner Julie Thomas said she wants to provide better treatment and reduce recidivism in the criminal justice system.
The C-J-R-C will host their next meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, March 20th.
Feature Reports:In today’s feature report, Bring It On hosts Gloria Howell and Maqubé Reese speak with MCCSC student equity ambassadors Sydney Crossley and Jael Davis. Also joining the conversation is Ruth Aydt, a concerned citizen who joined the Monroe County branch of the NAACP in 2018. Our guests discuss their work on the recently passed anti racism policy at the Monroe County Community School Corporation. We turn now to an excerpt from Bring It On. To listen to the full program visit this link.Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Chantalle LaFontant.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Stacy Bridavsky and Christine Brackenhoff.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 13th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze sat down with Woodie Bessler and Anne Hedin, both members of the Center for Sustainable Living or CSL, to talk about their efforts to promote renewable energy alternatives and ways to make solar power more affordable and accessible for local low-income households. More in today’s feature report.
That’s longtime local theater volunteer Isadore James Torry talking about his passion for bringing characters to life to tell impactful stories. We’ll hear more from him later in the show on a new episode of Activate!, featuring real people working for positive change in our community.
But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners Hear Covid-19 and Flu Update, Noise Violation
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on March 8th, Health Department Director Lori Kelley gave an update on Covid-19 rates in the community, and a new at-home flu and Covid test she shared will be available soon.
Commissioner Penny Githens asked if the test would be able to differentiate between the three viruses. Kelley said it can.
During Public Comment Sara Gale Tala shared a noise complaint she has with the Porthole Restaurant. She has struggled to receive assistance with enforcing the noise ordinance, and asked if the commissioners could help.
Commissioner Julie Thomas asked County Attorney Jeff Cockerill to speak with her to see what can be done.
Next, the commissioners heard from Director of Emergency Management Jamie Neibel, who asked the commissioners to approve the purchase of a 12-month subscription to Salamander Technologies to help their department keep track of their inventory.
The commissioners approved funding for the subscription unanimously.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on March 15th.
Feature Reports:
WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze sat down with Woodie Bessler and Anne Hedin, both members of the Center for Sustainable Living or C-S-L, to talk about their efforts to promote renewable energy alternatives and ways to make solar power more affordable and accessible for local low-income households. SIREN and Solar For All are projects under C.S.L’s umbrella nonprofit. We turn to Zyro Roze for more.
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. In this episode, longtime community theater volunteer Isadore James Torry talks about his passion for bringing characters to life to tell impactful stories. Activate! features real people working for positive change in our community.
This segment is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a strong, healthy and engaged community. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities in the WFHB listening area at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate is produced by Chad Carrothers.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 8th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Deep Dive – WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate – where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Slam the Scam Day on Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington Board of Public Works
On February 28th at the Bloomington Board of Public Works meeting Engineering Department Senior Project Manager Roy Aten asked the board to approve a change Order for the 7th Street Protected Bike Lane Project.
He also asked them to approve change orders for the 17th Street Multi-Use Path East Project.
The board approved both of the change orders unanimously.
Next Project Engineer Patrick Dierkes asked the board to approve a resolution for the Public Need to Purchase Right-of-Way for the Adams Street Sidewalk Project.
Board Member Jennifer Loyd asked about the size of the property the right of way would be. Dierkes responded.
The board voted to approve the resolution unanimously.
The next Bloomington Board of Public Works meeting will be held on March 14th.
Monroe County Community School Corporation
Photo courtesy of the Indiana Daily Student.During the February 25th meeting of the Monroe County Community School Corporation School Board, an MCCSC teacher spoke in support of a proposed racial equity policy during public comment.
Then, local resident Ruth Aydt also spoke in favor of the racial equity policy facing the school board.
Next, President of the Monroe County Branch of the N-A-A-C-P, Maqube Reese supported the policy proposal, saying that it’s an important antiracist initiative.
Superintendent Dr. Jeff Hauswald offered some background on the policy proposal to the members of the school board.
The racial equity policy passed by a unanimous vote. The next M-C-C-S-C meeting will happen on Tuesday, March 28th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, have Deep Dive – WFHB and Limestone Post Investigate – where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County.
Up next,Slam the Scam Day on Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 7th, 2023.
In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Ruth Flegmann reported on a protest and march criticizing Indiana University’s response to recent acts of discrimination. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on March 1st Health Department Director Lori Kelley gave an update on Covid-19 and flu transmission in the county.
Commissioner Penny Githen congratulated the Health Department staff for their work searching for grant funding to fight opioid issues in the county.
Next, Highway Department Director Lisa Ridge shared that they are starting construction on the Bicentennial Pathway Project this week.
Next the Commissioners voted on a contract with Susan Brackney for communications services. County Attorney Jeff Cockerill explained what services would entail.
Monroe County Council Member Marty Hawke asked what the purpose of the contract was. Cockerill responded.
Commissioners’ Administrator Angela Purdie shared that the position was approved in the budget that passed the Monroe County Council.
The commissioners unanimously approved the contract.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on March 8th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Ruth Flegmann reported on a protest and march criticizing Indiana University’s response to recent acts of discrimination. Flegmann has more.
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.Now it’s time for Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to Shapiro for more.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between Lil Bub’s Big Fund and WFHB. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Ruth Flegmann.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Disabulletin is produced by Abe Shapiro.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 6th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing. This interview segment is titled Foods or Fads: Do-s and Don’ts. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. But first, your daily headlines.
Bloomington City Council Committee of the Whole Tackles CBCI, Traffic Commission Member, Kirkwood Outdoor Seating
On March 1, at the Bloomington City Council Committee of the Whole meeting, Deputy Mayor Mary Catherine Carmichael summarized the actions taken thus far by the office of the mayor in creating a non-profit organization, C-B-C-I, to help the city in implementing special work projects.
Councilmember Isabel Piedmont-Smith asked Deputy Mayor Carmichael about how the C-B-C-I would be financed.
Piedmont-Smith clarified with Carmichael about when the amount of spending by the C-B-C-I would require approval by the council.
The council then moved into a report from the committee of Council Processes regarding the removal of Greg Alexander from Bloomington’s traffic commission.
Councilmember Matt Flaherty delivered the findings of the committee, the first being the withdrawal of the resolution to remove Alexander. Instead, the commission suggested that he should be given time to respond.
Council Member Stephen Volan said that he thinks they need to take their time to establish the process in which someone is removed from a board or commission.
The council withdrew their resolution to remove Alexander, however, a new resolution will potentially be considered at a future meeting.
Next, the council considered a resolution to authorize the renewal of the outdoor dining program in the downtown corridor.
Special Projects Manager Chaz Mottinger shared that they collaborated with Bloomington Engineering to address Trinity Episcopal Church’s concerns about the outdoor seating area blocking off access to their building.
The council voted to renew the expanded outdoor dining program.
The next Bloomington City Council meeting will be held on March 8th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing. This interview segment is titled Foods or Fads: Do-s and Don’ts. This week, the conversation begins with our guest discussing various vegetable oils and whether or not they are good for you. Zyro Roze has more.
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. Today’s episode features Aubrey Seader of the Community and Family Resources Department at the City of Bloomington. We turn now to the latest installment of Activate on the WFHB Local News.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 2nd, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, A-C-L-U of Indiana Director Ken Falk emphasized the need for a new jail to the committee during the latest Community Justice Response Committee meeting. But first, your local headlines:
Richland Bean Blossom School Board
During the February 20th meeting of the Richland Bean Blossom School Board, Assistant Superintendent Matt Irwin gave his regular report.
Then, Superintendent Dr. Jerry Sanders delivered his report, providing a variety of noteworthy calendar items for the school system.
The next R-B-B school board meeting will take place on March 27th.
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on February 22nd, the Planning Department announced an upcoming meeting on March 23rd from 5:30 – 6:45 pm.
Next, the commissioners heard a presentation from Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative Coordinator Christine McAfee about the Monroe County Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative.
The commissioners heard from County Attorney Jeff Cockerill about a contract with Yasmin L. Stump Law Group. The contract would be for legal services on an as-needed basis to assist with any right-of-way acquisitions that proceed to condemnation while extending the Karst Trail.
The commissioners unanimously approved the contract.
Next the commissioners heard a rezone request from Planning Department Planner Daniel Brown for a parcel located at 7935 West Ratliff Road.
Brown outlined the history of the zoning on the parcel.
The property owner Brandon Powell spoke and explained why he is requesting the rezone.
The commissioners approved the rezone request unanimously.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on March 1st.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, we have Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. In this edition, Civic Conversations host Jim Allison speaks with Marcia Veldman, the Indiana State Co-Coordinator for the Citizens Climate Lobby. We turn now to the latest installment of Civic Conversations on the WFHB Local News.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Becky Hill.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 1st, 2023.
Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Deep Dive: Limestone Post and WFHB Investigate – where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Going Whole Hog on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines.
Bloomington City Council – Committee of the Whole Climate Action Resilience Committee
The Bloomington City Council Committee of the Whole Climate Action Resilience Committee met on February 21st to continue their discussion on phasing out gas powered machinery.
Chair of the Committee Dave Rollo introduced the discussion and summarized their objectives.
City Attorney Steven Lucas spoke on behalf of Public Works Department Adam Wasson about the department’s machinery.
Parks and Recreation Operations and Development Division Director Tim Street gave an update on the parks and recreation department’s transition to battery powered machinery.
Next, Rollo shared findings from the survey they sent out to learn more about how stakeholders use gas powered and electric machinery.
The Bloomington City Council Committee of the Whole Climate Action Resilience Committee will meet again in a month to explore how other cities have implemented similar ordinances and to meet with other stakeholders like M-C-C-S-C, Indiana University, construction companies, etc.
Feature Report:
Bloomington and Monroe County lack sufficient housing, and the reasons are complex, writes Steve Hinnefeld. In his in-depth report on housing, he finds our community struggling with supply, stability, and subsidies, while the deeper housing issues are overlapping and intertwined. | Photo by Jason VestIn today’s feature report, we have Deep Dive: Limestone Post and WFHB Investigate – where we look into issues regarding Health, Housing, and the Environment that directly impact residents of Monroe County.
Up next, Going Whole Hog on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, February 28th, 2023.
Later in the program, Big Talk producer Michael Glab speaks with 2023 mayoral candidate for the City of Bloomington, Kerry Thomson. Thomas has served as executive director for Indiana University’s Center for Rural Engagement since 2018. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have the latest edition of Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission
At the Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission meeting on February 23rd, Historic Preservation Program Manager Gloria Colom Braña shared a request for a demolition delay at 1017 South Walnut Street. Braña presented her historic research on the house.
The petitioner Michael Bridavsky, explained why he would like permission to do a full demolition of the main house and garage.
Commissioner Allison Chopra asked if the staff had any findings on the building being structurally unsound. Braña said that the staff didn’t have any reports on its structural integrity.
Commissioner Doug Bruce said that he has seen the building degrade over time and would support the demolition.
Commissioner Sam Desollar asked the petitioner to consider donating any salvageable and original materials from the house, to the Historic Preservation Commission.
In response, Bridavsky shared some plans he has for the property.
Chopra added that she was disappointed the designation as historically significant was not applied here.
The commission voted unanimously to waive the rest of the demolition delay waiting period.
The next Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission meeting will be held on March 9th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, Big Talk producer Michael Glab invited all declared candidates for the City of Bloomington’s 2023 mayoral race to appear on the program in weekly installments. This week, we hear a conversation with mayoral candidate Kerry Thomson. Thomson has served as executive director for IU’s Center for Rural Engagement since 2018. Stay tuned to Big Talk and the WFHB Local News for more editions featuring mayoral candidates before the 2023 municipal primary on May 2nd.
Up next, we have the latest edition of Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Michael Glab.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, February 27th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Commissioners meeting on February 22nd, the Planning Department announced an upcoming meeting on March 23rd from 5:30 – 6:45 pm.
Next, the commissioners heard a presentation from Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative Coordinator Christine McAfee about the Monroe County Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative.
The commissioners heard from County Attorney Jeff Cockerill about a contract with Yasmin L. Stump Law Group. The contract would be for legal services on an as-needed basis to assist with any right-of-way acquisitions that proceed to condemnation while extending the Karst Trail.
The commissioners unanimously approved the contract.
Next the commissioners heard a rezone request from Planning Department Planner Daniel Brown for a parcel located at 7935 West Ratliff Road.
Brown outlined the history of the zoning on the parcel.
The property owner Brandon Powell spoke and explained why he is requesting the rezone.
The commissioners approved the rezone request unanimously.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on March 1st.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing. This interview segment is titled Foods or Fads: Do-s and Don’ts. We turn now to Part II of that conversation.
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. Today’s episode features Susan Seizer and Leslie Davis. We turn now to the latest installment of Activate on the WFHB Local News.
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network aims to inspire, support, and celebrate volunteerism in the community by connecting volunteers of all ages and interests with opportunities to serve. They invite you to get involved and make a difference by visiting bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov to learn more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Kite Line is produced by Mia Beach.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, February 23rd, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Grace Romine speaks with several local musicians about their process, influences and the local music scene. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we broadcast an edition of Dark Past, Bright Future – a Black history segment produced by Bring It On’s Liz Mitchell.
The Statehouse Roundup
The Statehouse Roundup is a brief, weekly segment focusing on Indiana news and politics. Tune in each Thursday during the WFHB Local News to hear a recap on news and politics on the state level.According to the ACLU, the Indiana House of Representatives could vote as early as today on House Bill 1608 — what people are calling the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
Protesters packed the Statehouse this week to demonstrate against the bill which activists are saying would erase LGBTQ people in Indiana schools and out transgender students.
The bill has already passed through the House Committee on Education and just yesterday had its second reading in the House.
On Wednesday, the Indiana House voted to prohibit state funding of the Kinsey Institute, Indiana University’s sexual research institute, after bringing up disputed allegations of child exploitation by the institute’s founder, Alfred Kinsey.
Indiana’s House Bill 1001 is the budget bill, and Representative Larissa Sweet introduced this proposal in an amendment to the bill.
Robert Kinsey published several works on sexual research in the 1940s and 1950s. Kinsey collected survey data with over 18,000 participants. According to the Indy Star, critics accused Kinsey of encouraging sexual experimentation on children, although no evidence has ever been produced and no charges were ever brought against him.
Representative Matt Pierce, who represents the Bloomington area, said in a statement, “Yesterday’s vote to defund the Kinsey Institute based on decades-old, unfounded conspiracy theories shows the House Republicans have been captured by the extreme right wing. Rational decision making in the House is no longer possible with legislators more interested in fighting culture wars or just afraid some crazy person will defeat them in a primary election if they don’t support extreme bills.”
Amendment 2 of the budget bill, which details the defunding of the Kinsey Institute, passed out of the House by a 53 to 34 vote.
Monroe County Council
Photo by Benedict Jones.During the February 14th meeting of the Monroe County Council, local resident Carol Wilson said during public comment that she wants to see improved conditions at the county jail.
Another Monroe County resident Otter Williams offered public comment about the county’s proposal for a new jail.
A third public commenter Renee Miller criticized the county government’s response to the local jail.
The Monroe County Council will meet again for its regular session on March 14th.
Feature Report:
Photo courtesy of Visit Bloomington.In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Grace Romine speaks with several local musicians about their process, influences and the local music scene. She interviews Bloomington artists Mindfully Blind, Westhead and Connor McLaren. We turn to Romine for more.
Up next, we broadcast an edition of Dark Past, Bright Future – a segment produced by Bring It On’s very own, Liz Mitchell. Mitchell presents a brief history of the story of Madame C.J. Walker’s triumph over adversity to become the first Black woman millionaire in America.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Grace Romine.
Dark Past, Bright Future is produced by Liz Mitchell.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
You’re listening to the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, February 15th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondents Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young provide the first episode of Deep Dive: Limestone Post and WFHB Investigate. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Bad Numbers on Better Beware – your weekly-consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News.
Feature Reports:
In today’s feature report, we have Deep Dive: Limestone Post and WFHB Investigate. This week, we look deeper into the quality of Bloomington’s housing stock. One aspect of the housing crisis is that there are not enough units to keep up with the demand of the people living here. This low supply paired with the high demand of the college town, leads to competition over the housing market. Which can lead to people taking what they can get and settling for – or getting stuck in – lower quality housing.
Up next, Bad Numbers on Better Beware – your weekly-consumer watchdog segment on the WFHB Local News. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
Credits:
Today’s episode was produced by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, Kade Young, Richard Fish and Jack Lewis.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, December 21st, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Community Justice Response
Photo courtesy of Community Access Television Services.During the February 20th meeting of the Community Justice Response Committee, ACLU of Indiana Director Ken Falk urged the need for a new jail to the committee.
Falk explained a lawsuit the ACLU filed in 2008 against the county.
Monroe County Council Member Jennifer Crossley expressed frustration at the lack of effort done by leadership when the lawsuit was filed.
Falk noted that the lawsuit was considered a “private settlement agreement” meaning that it’s not subject to judicial enforcement.
County Commissioner Lee Jones asked what the worst-case scenario would be if a new lawsuit were to be filed. Falk responded.
During public comment, Care Not Cages Sydney Foreman urged the committee to limit the current jail population. She also asked the committee to carefully consider where they choose to construct the new jail.
Also during public comment, local resident Renee Miller advised the committee to listen to inmates when conducting the jail planning effort.
The CJRC will discuss more during their next meeting at 4:30 p.m. on March 6th.
Feature Report:
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.Now it’s time for Disabulletin – where we cover the top stories impacting the disability community across the country and around the world – hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to Shapiro for more.
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a coproduction between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, February 16th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, on today’s episode of Voices in the Street, Youth Radio hit the windy streets of Bloomington to ask local residents their thoughts on Valentine’s Day, both on a personal and societal level.
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Personnel Administration Committee
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Personnel Administration Committee meeting on February 7th, Committee Member Peter Iverson was elected as Chair. The nomination passed unanimously.
The Sheriff’s Department Chief Deputy Phil Parker asked the committee to approve the creation of a position to maintain the jail’s facility.
Committee Member Marty Hawke asked Parker about the hours of the position. Parker responded that it would be a full time position for 40 hours. He added that it will require flexible hours.
Committee Member Geoff McKimm asked if they would discuss outlining the role of the Sheriff’s Office and the commissioners to maintain the facility. County Legal Molly Turner King said she was ready to discuss this and collaborate with the Sheriff’s Office.
The committee agreed to continue to work on the position together, finalize it, and send the position to WIS in the next seven days.
Monroe County Election Board
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).On February 9th the Monroe County Election Board continued their discussion on the polling sites for the 2023 municipal primary election. The board motioned to recess this decision at their last meeting to wait until they knew whether or not Ellettsville and Stinesville would be involved.
Board Member Donovan Garletts introduced the resolution to approve the polling sites for 2023, without a location in Stinesville.
Monroe County Chief Deputy Clerk Tressia Martin gave updates on the upcoming election in May.
The next Monroe County Election Board meeting will be held on March 2nd.
Feature Reports:
You can hear Prescription for Healthcare with Dr. Rob Stone and Karen Green-Stone on the second Thursday of each month on the WFHB Local News.Up next, we have Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana.
This month hosts Dr. Rob Stone and Karen Green Stone interviewed Representative Matt Pierce representing District 61 Bloomington in the Indiana legislature where he has served since 2002. We talk about health legislation being considered this session that could change the way hospitals set their prices. We will continue the conversation in Part 2 aired next month.
Voices in the Street. Photo: Chris Hack, 2019.Up next is Voices in the Street, with a special segment on Valentine’s Day, produced by WFHB’s Youth Radio.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Dr. Rob Stone and Karen Green Stone.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
Voices in the Street is produced by Youth Radio.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, February 13th, 2023.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Board of Health Weighs the Impact of Senate Bill 4
Photo by Benedict Jones.The Monroe County Board of Health met on February 9th. During public comment Monroe County Resident Andrea Ford expressed concern about Senate Bill 4.
Next, Monroe County Resident Ananya Manni asked the board questions about their stance on Senate Bill 4, and if they would be willing to turn down the financial incentives.
Board Member Carol Touloukian responded that she couldn’t answer his questions yet since the board has not discussed it together.
Health Department Director Lori Kelley gave updates on the Future’s Clinic’s initiative to use a free program that will remind clients about their appointment the day before they are scheduled to come in. Touloukian commented that no show rates are a common problem without a reminder system in place.
Kelley also gave an update on lead training for the staff. Touloukian asked if the lead screening would only be available at the Public Health Clinic Pediatricians Group, and expressed concern that children who go to different clinics won’t receive the service.
Interim Manager for Monroe County Public Health Clinic Zara Cortiga shared the outreach they would do to ensure more residents would be able to take advantage of the service.
And finally Dr. Carol Toulokian was re-elected as President of the Board, and Steve Pritchard was elected as Vice-President.
Feature Reports:
Up next, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing. This interview segment is titled Foods or Fads: Do-s and Don’ts.
The conversation begins with our guest addressing a question about the ketogenic diet – which involves consuming a lower amount of carbohydrates and replacing them with fat with the aim of helping your body burn fat for energy – and whether this diet can help with epileptic seizures.
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. Today’s episode features Michelle Moss, Bloomington Volunteer Network Supervisor. We turn now to the latest installment of Activate on the WFHB Local News.
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network aims to inspire, support, and celebrate volunteerism in the community by connecting volunteers of all ages and interests with opportunities to serve. They invite you to get involved and make a difference by visiting bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov to learn more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Activate is produced by Kirsten Payton and Michelle Moss.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, February 6th, 2022.
Later in the program, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent prison related news and announcements from the producers of Kite Line – our public affairs program devoted to prison issues in the Midwest and beyond. But first, your daily headlines:
Bloomington City Council Discusses Black History Month, Emergency Dispatch Union and Potential Removal of Member from Traffic Commission
Photo courtesy of the City of Bloomington.On February 1st at the Bloomington City Council meeting Council Member Jim Sims shared upcoming events the city is hosting in honor of Black History Month.
City Clerk Nicole Bolden also encouraged council members and community members to attend the events.
During public comment Dispatcher Katie Rog spoke on behalf of the Dispatchers of the Monroe County Central Emergency Dispatch Center, she outlined their goals for unionization, and asked the council to support the union.
Also during public comment, Council Attorney Stephen Lucas read a comment submitted in the chat box of the Zoom meeting, shared by local resident Sam Dove about a protest on February 4th.
Next, the Council appointed new members to commissioners, and debated removing Greg Alexander from the Traffic Commission. Council Member Dave Rollo introduced the ordinance.
Council member Steve Volan said the motion should be referred to the special committee on council processes to solicit a recommendation on how to move forward before a council meeting in March. Volan explained his rationale.
Council Member Matt Flaherty commented that he agrees with Volan about “process” and he would support the amendment.
Council Member Susan Sandberg said she supports the initiative to refer the removal of Alexander to the committee, but she acknowledged that she believes harm was done in this incident.
The motion passed unanimously to refer the incident to the special committee on council processes.
The Council will hear the committee’s recommendation at their meeting on March 1st.
The next Bloomington City Council meeting will be held on February 8th.
Feature Reports:
We have some recent prison related news and announcements from the producers of Kite Line. Kite Line is a public affairs program that covers prison issues around the Midwest and beyond. Kite Line airs each Friday at 5:30 p.m. on WFHB Community Community Radio. You can find all episodes of Kite Line online at wfhb dot org or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. Today’s episode features Chris Jackson and Michael Bird with the Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility.
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network aims to inspire, support, and celebrate volunteerism in the community by connecting volunteers of all ages and interests with opportunities to serve. They invite you to get involved and make a difference by visiting bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov to learn more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Activate was produced by Kirsten Payton .
Kite Line is produced by Mia Beach.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 30th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Mayor John Hamilton and Assistant Director for the Arts Holly Warren discussed the arts feasibility study released by the city. More in the top half of tonight’s show.
But first, your daily headlines:
Bloomington Historic Preservation
At the Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission meeting on January 26th, Chair of the Commission John Saunders was re-elected as Chair, and Sam DeSollar was re-elected as the Vice-President of the Commission.
Next, the commission moved onto reviewing demolition delays. Historic Preservation Program Manager Gloria Colom Braña shared a request for a partial demolition at 622 North Washington Street.
The petitioner Barre Klapper explained they will rebuild the house with the same materials.
The commission unanimously approved the release of the demolition delay.
The next partial demolition they reviewed was for a house located at 211 North Grant Street. Colom Braña explained that the staff recommended considering alternative solutions to the demolition.
The petitioner, Mac Matterson shared their plans for the building.
Colom Braña explained what the options the commission has regarding the demolition delay.
Commission Member Duncan Campbell gave his opinion on the partial demolition.
Commissioner Chris Sturbaum suggested that the petitioner try to reuse as many of the original bricks as possible.
The commission unanimously approved the release of the demolition delay for the property on North Grant Street as well.
The next meeting of the Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission is scheduled for February 9th.
Feature Reports:
Up next, a monthly roundup of prison disturbances as compiled by the Perilous Chronicle. This program was featured on the latest edition of Kite Line – our public affairs program devoted to prison issues in the Midwest and beyond. Kite Line airs at 5:30 p.m. each Friday on WFHB. The program is available online. We turn to the producers of Kite Line for more.
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. Today’s episode features Loida Rodriguez, Volunteer Recruitment Specialist for the American Red Cross of Indiana. We turn now to the latest installment of Activate on the WFHB Local News.
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network aims to inspire, support, and celebrate volunteerism in the community by connecting volunteers of all ages and interests with opportunities to serve. They invite you to get involved and make a difference by visiting bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov to learn more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Activate was produced by Kirsten Payton and Michelle Moss.
Kite Line is produced by Mia Beach.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, January 26th, 2023.
Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County.
More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus outlined their priorities for the 2023 session More coming up next in your Statehouse Roundup:
The Statehouse Roundup
On Monday, the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus outlined their priorities for the 2023 session emphasizing a focus on education.
Chair of the IBLC State Representative Earl Harris, Jr. from East Chicago touched on how the caucus aims to close “the achievement gap” through policy.
Harris, Jr. explained several bills filed by the IBLC, including House Bill 1499. This bill would allow qualifying students to be automatically enrolled into the 21st Century Scholars program. He elaborated on this initiative.
Harris, Jr. also highlighted House bills 1571 and 1153 authored by Representatives Robin Shackleford and Gregory Porter respectively. He explained what these bills would do to advance the IBLC’s priorities if passed.
He talked more generally about closing the achievement gap and what long-term benefits he believes the IBLC’s legislative agenda would create.
To learn more about the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus, visit this link.
Bloomington Utilities Service Board
Photo courtesy of Schmidt Associates.At the Utilities Service Board meeting on January 17th, Board Member Amanda Burnham was nominated for president of the board, and Board Member Megan Parmenter was nominated for Vice President. The election of board officers was approved unanimously.
Next the board approved the consent agenda. There was only one item on the consent agenda, an approval with Blue Chip Technologies for $15,000 to repair a 25 foot grit screw. The board approved the consent agenda unanimously.
Up next, Director of Utilities Vic Kelson gave his report. He thanked the board members for their work as elected officers of the board.
Kelson also introduced six new Utilities Department staff members.
Parmenter also thanked Board Member Jeff Ehman for his work as president.
The next Utilities Service Board meeting will be held on January 30th.
Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees
Upon entering the library, you can see the words, “read, learn, connect and create” (Young).At the Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting held on January 18th, Director Grier Carson gave his monthly report on the state of the library.
Board Member Kathy Loser asked Carson to talk more about the baking kits, and remarked that it is quite the collection. Carson responded.
Next Carson gave updates on the new South West Branch construction.
Carson asked the board to approve of the recent change orders that have come up during the construction.
Board Secretary Kari Esarey asked what the total of the change orders amounted to. Carson responded they have the funds for the changes, however, that they will need to start being more selective moving forward.
The change orders were approved unanimously.
The next Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting will be held on February 15th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, we have Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County.
Joining us for January 2023 is Dr. Laura Merrifield Wilson. Dr. Wilson is the co-director of the Gender Center and Associate Professor of History and Political Science for the University of Indianapolis.
Dr. Wilson speaks with host Jim Allison about women in the state legislature. We turn now to the January edition of Civic Conversations on the WFHB Local News.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Becky Hill.
The Statehouse Roundup is produced by Kade Young.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 25th, 2022.
Later in the program, we have Disabulletin – a segment highlighting disability news across the country and around the world on the WFHB Local News hosted by Abe Shapiro. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have “Fake Problems, Fake Reviews” on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s Disabulletin.
But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington Board of Public Works
At the January 17th meeting of the Bloomington Board of Public Works, the board heard a resolution which would update the community special events application. City Legal Larry Allen walked through the resolution before the board.
The board approved the resolution unanimously. Next, Civil Engineer for the City Alex Gray presented a request from J-D-H Contracting for temporary lane and sidewalk closures on North Monroe Street and West Cottage Grove Avenue from January 18th through February 3rd.
The board approved the sidewalk closure with a unanimous vote. Then, during his staff report Public Works Director Adam Wason announced the retirement of Animal Control Officer Vicki Minder.
Board Member Kyla Cox Deckard reiterated Wason’s acknowledgement of Minder’s work offering a personal testimony.
The Bloomington Board of Public Works will meet again for their regular session on Tuesday, January 31st.
Feature Report:
Disabulletin is a program highlighting disability news across the country and around the world hosted and produced by Abe Shapiro.In today’s feature report, we have Disabulletin – a segment highlighting disability news across the country and around the world on the WFHB Local News hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to Shapiro for more.
Up next, we have “Fake Problems, Fake Reviews” on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, January 24th, 2023.
Later in the program, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office gave a presentation on the poor conditions of the current jail. Plus, local residents spoke out against a new jail during public comment. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – done in collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.On January 18th at the Monroe County Commissioners meeting, Health Department Director Lori Kelley gave an update on Covid-19 levels in the community.
The commissioners heard from Assistant Director of the Planning Department and Floodplain Administrator Tammy Behrman who asked the commissioners to approve an amendment to zoning chapter 803. She said the amendment would clarify the new manufactured home replacement requirements.
During public comment on the ordinance, Monroe County Resident and Redevelopment Commission Member Randy Cassady asked the county to increase their public outreach about the floodplains and encouraged the county to identify and notify the public personally.
Commissioner Lee Jones said that some properties have been experiencing flooding due to development further upstream.
Commissioner Julie Thomas commented on the ordinance as well.
The commissioners unanimously approved the amendment to the ordinance.
Following the vote, Behrman gave a presentation on the National Flood Insurance Program.
Behrman shared how residents can figure out if their property is in a floodplain, and walked through how to use Elevate to see both FEMA and D-N-R flood maps.
Behrman emphasized that although these maps are informative, it doesn’t mean that other land won’t flood. She also said that the number of flood insurance policies have gone down in Monroe County.
Lastly, Behrman explained more about floodplain development permits.
For more information Behrman said residents can reach out to her with any questions.
Commissioner Julie Thomas recommended that residents consider getting flood insurance and shared some personal experience she has had.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on January 25th.
Community Justice Response Committee
Photo courtesy of Community Access Television Services.During the January 23rd meeting of the Community Justice Response Committee, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office gave a presentation on the conditions of the current jail. Monroe County Deputy Cheif Phil Parker showed images of what the jail looks like now.
Chief Deputy Parker asked three corrections officers why the conditions are so poor inside the jail. Apart from the “it’s always been this way” comment, Parker explained:
Chief Deputy Parker said that people in holding cells are now issued a mat and a blanket. He said the holding cell has since been cleaned and repainted. Jail Commander Kyle Gibbons said that this small improvement was a necessary step in creating a more habitable facility for people who are booked into the jail. Parker reiterated saying that people placed in the jail are in their care and custody and deserve more humane treatment.
The presentation included chilling photographs and videos of how subpar the conditions are inside the facility. Foul water, a pile of debris and offensive graffiti were shown as evidence of the cruel state of the jail at the present moment. Sheriff Ruben Martė said he has been accused of acting too quickly on the new jail initiative. He pointed to graffiti inside the facility that read QUOTE “No N-Words.” END QUOTE
During public comment, Monroe County resident Seth Munchler said he does not believe that incarceration is the answer to the problems facing the county. Munchler said the focus should be on treatment and rehabilitation. He expressed frustration at the Monroe County Commissioners which he perceived as hindering the process of community dialogue in the jail planning effort. He called on Commissioner Lee Jones to be removed as chair of the committee.
Monroe County resident Kyle Dugger made a public comment on Zoom. He applauded Sheriff Martė on communicating the immediacy of resolving the jail’s poor conditions. Dugger said that while he recognizes the problem, he doesn’t believe the answer lies in a new jail facility.
The Community Justice Response Committee will meet next in a hybrid capacity at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, February 6th.
Lil Bub
Up next, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – done in collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 23rd, 2023.
Later in the program, during the latest meeting of the Bloomington City Council, Council Member Sue Sgambelluri read a statement in response to the January 11th racially motivated attack in Bloomington. More in today’s headlines.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. But first, your daily headlines:
Bloomington City Council Condemns Racially Motivated Attack, Further Delays Ordinance
At the Bloomington City Council meeting on January 18th, City Council Member Sue Sgambelluri read a statement in response to the January 11th racially motivated attack in Bloomington.
Deputy Mayor Mary Catherine Carmichael expressed a similar sentiment on behalf of the mayor’s office.
During public comment, Indiana University student David Wolfe Bender provided a statement denouncing the attack on behalf of IU Student Government.
Next, City Clerk Nicole Bolden expanded on Appropriation Ordinance 22-06, which would place the city’s police and fire department headquarters at City Hall.
Deputy Mayor Mary Catherine Carmichael spoke in favor of the ordinance.
City Councilman Steve Volan read a report from the committee on public safety headquarters of which he is a member. Council Member Ron Smith asked Volan: if the city acquired the Showers building and rented it out to tenants, what would happen to that revenue? Volan responded that he didn’t know for sure, but he would be open to receive an estimate from the mayor’s office.
Deputy Mayor Carmichael responded with a rough estimate, but she added that it depends on a variety of factors. Smith pressed further.
The council unanimously voted to postpone the decision until next week. The vote is expected to happen at the next Bloomington City Council meeting on January 25th.
Richland Bean Blossom School Board Talks Contingency Learning and Safety Plan, Next Year’s School Calendar and E Learning Days
At the Richland Bean Blossom School Board meeting on January 17th, Assistant Superintendent Matt Irwin delivered his staff report.
Next, the school board considered updating the contingency learning and safety plan. Superintendent Dr. Jerry Sanders gave some background on the plan.
The school board approved the contingency learning and safety plan by a unanimous vote.
Next, Sanders outlined the 2023 to 2024 school calendar and the snow makeup day plan.
Sanders explained that the E – learning days are necessary to ensure they have time for parent – teacher conferences and for professional development.
The board approved the 2023 to 2024 school calendar unanimously.
The next Richland Bean Blossom School Board meeting will be held on February 20th.
Feature Report:
Up next, we have Activate – narratives from people making positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. Today’s episode features Safe and Civil City Director Shatoyia Moss with the Community and Family Resources Department at the City of Bloomington.
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network aims to inspire, support, and celebrate volunteerism in the community by connecting volunteers of all ages and interests with opportunities to serve. They invite you to get involved and make a difference by visiting bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org or by emailing getconnected@bloomington.in.gov to learn more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Activate is produced by Kirsten Payton and Michelle Moss in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, January 19th, 2023.
Later in the program, the Indiana Supreme Court heard arguments on the state’s GOP-backed abortion ban earlier this afternoon. More in your Statehouse Roundup.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and The League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. But first, your Statehouse Roundup.
The Statehouse Roundup: Indiana Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Abortion Ban Lawsuit
The Statehouse Roundup is a brief, weekly segment focusing on Indiana news and politics. Tune in each Thursday during the WFHB Local News to hear a recap on news and politics on the state level.The Indiana Supreme Court heard arguments on the state’s GOP-backed abortion ban. The state’s highest judicial body listened to the two opposing sides on whether the abortion ban violates privacy protections.
Right now, abortions are currently allowed in the state after a county judge blocked the law from being enforced last fall. Indiana became the first state to ban abortion after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year.
Attorney for the Appellant Thomas Fisher provided arguments on behalf of the state, saying he believes the abortion ban should remain intact. He said that ruling in favor of Planned Parenthood would require a rewrite of the state constitution.
Legal Director for the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana Ken Falk made an argument against the ban as the attorney for the appellee. Falk said Indiana women would suffer if the ban were to remain in effect.
Law Professor at Indiana University Dr. Jennifer Ann Drobac spoke with WFHB Correspondent Grace Romine, offering analysis on the arguments the ACLU made in its two lawsuits.
According to the Associated Press, the 5-member Supreme Court, who were all appointed by Republican governors, does not have a deadline for releasing a decision. The AP reports it could take weeks if not longer to arrive at a decision.
Fire in Apartment Building Downtown
Bloomington Fire Department firefighters put away their gear outside of an apartment complex that had a fire in a unit in the 500 block of North Lincoln Avenue on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023. (Photo courtesy of Herald Times).Yesterday morning the Bloomington Fire Department responded to a fire at 519 North Lincoln, a four-story apartment just off of East 10th street.
According to the Battalion Chief Tania Daffron the fire formed in the attic of the four story apartment building. Daffron said that the investigation as to what caused the fire is still ongoing.
The fire department received calls about the fire at 10:31 a.m. and responded within 3 minutes according to a statement found on their Facebook page. Around 3 p.m. firefighters were still on the scene, but Daffron shared that things were winding down.
There were not any reports of residents being injured, however, according to Daffon there were two firefighters who had to be taken to the hospital in an ambulance.
Daffron also said that although Animal Control was called to the scene there still might be some pets on the loose, and asked residents in the area to keep an eye out for any pets that seem to be misplaced.
Bloomington City Council Continues Monroe Convention Center Discussion
On January 11th the Bloomington City Council heard a report from the Director of Housing and Neighborhood Development, John Zody who wanted to inform the council and the public about upcoming American Rescue Plan Act Funds from the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Program.
Next, the council discussed a resolution in response to the Monroe County Board of Commissioners about the Monroe County Convention Center.
Monroe County Commissioner Julie Thomas spoke to the council. She explained that although the agreement will not be legally binding, it is a litmus test for the commissioners to know where the council stands on the Convention Center.
Council Member Steve Volan asked Thomas about whether or not the commissioners still support the Food and Beverage Tax in the future. Thomas said that she supports the food and Commissioner Lee Jones who attended over Zoom, agreed they will still need the Food and Beverage Tax for the Convention Center if the plans continue to move forward.
Commissioner Susan Sandberg asked Thomas if the Food and Beverage Tax being eliminated by the General Assembly in future legislation is a concern of theirs. Thomas responded.
Commissioner Ron Smith asked the new Deputy Mayor Mary Catherine Carmichael, why the city wants to have control over the Convention Center. Carmichael responded, saying that the city does not want to control the project, however they want to get it done in a timely manner, and they think it will be faster if they don’t have to come to joint agreements.
The council voted to override the Mayor’s previous veto on the Monroe County Commissioners ordinance establishing a Capital Improvement Board. The resolution passed with a vote of 8 – 1, with Council Member Kate Rosenbarger dissenting.
The next Bloomington City Council meeting will be held on January 18th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, we feature an episode of Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. In this segment, host Jim Allision talked to Steve Hinnefeld about the impact on a community when local news sources die out. We turn now to Civic Conversations on the WFHB Local News.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Becky Hill.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 18th, 2022.
Later in the program, we have the Disabulletin – a segment highlighting neurodiversity issues on the WFHB Local News hosted by Abe Shapiro. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Bloomington police arrested a 56-year-old white woman in connection with what police are calling a racially-motivated attack. More coming up next in your Social Justice Watch:
Social Justice Watch
Bloomington police arrested a 56-year-old white woman in connection with what police are calling a racially-motivated attack.
Police arrested Billie Davis after she allegedly confessed to the crime, which took place on a public bus on the corner of West Fourth Street and the B-Line Trail. Davis was booked to the Monroe County Jail and charged with a level 1 felony.
According to the police report, the victim was an 18-year-old woman from Carmel. She reported her head was bleeding and was transported to an area hospital for her injuries. In her testimony, the victim explains that she was riding on a Bloomington Transit bus and stood up to wait for her stop. She said that while she was standing, another passenger began to strike her repeatedly in the head, which caused immediate pain. After treatment for her injuries, it was discovered that she had multiple stab wounds to the head.
The IU Asian Culture Center released a statement on the incident, saying “We are outraged and heartbroken by this unprovoked act of violence, but we also worry for the well-being of our community. We should not be fearing for our lives on public transportation. Taking the bus should not feel dangerous.”
Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton commented, “We stand with the Asian community and all who feel threatened by this event.”
According to the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at Cal State University in San Bernardino, reported Anti-Asian hate crimes rose 164 percent in the first quarter of 2021 compared to the previous year. To learn more about what you can do to fight violence and racism against Asian Americans, visit stopaapihate.org.
Monroe County Council
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Council meeting on January 10th, Monroe County Sheriff Ruben Marté gave a department update and introduced the new jail commander Kyle Moulden. Moulden shared the changes they have been making at the jail.
Moulden informed the commissioners on the number of individuals in the jail, and explained how they plan to address the issue of overcrowding.
Council Member Jennifer Crossely responded to the report, and said it gave her hope that they are working with programs in the community like New Leaf New Life.
Council Member Cheryl Munson also expressed her support for their collaboration with New Leaf New Life.
Marté responded to their collaboration and said the partnership had been set up for a while.
Council Member Pete Iverson thanked the Sheriff’s department for reaching out to Care Not Cages, and asked if the program, Helping Men Recover, is ongoing. Moulden shared that it would be re-starting soon.
The council thanked the Sheriff’s Department for their report on the county jail.
The next Monroe County Council meeting will be held on February 14th.
Feature Report:
Up next, we have the Disabulletin – a segment highlighting disability news across the country and around the world on the WFHB Local News hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn now to the latest edition of Disabulletin, which covers a Supreme Court case regarding a Michigan resident. Abe Shapiro has more.
Up next, Free the Slaves on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, January 17th, 2022.
Later in the program, Georgia Representative Park Cannon gave an impassioned speech during the MLK Day Celebration at Buskirk Chumley last night. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – done in collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.On January 11th at the Monroe County Commissioners meeting Commissioner Penny Githens was nominated to be President of the Commission. The nomination passed unanimously.
Next, Health Department Director Lori Kelley gave an update on Covid-19 variants in the county.
During public comment, Monroe County Resident, Tamby Wikle-Cassidy asked the commissioners for county assistance with flooding in the Old Clear Creek Valley.
Next, County Attorney Jeff Cockerill asked the commissioners to approve an agreement with E-U Banks and Associates for ongoing Houston South Litigation.
Commissioner Julie Thomas shared her support for the agreement, and asked about whether or not the council had already voted on it. Cockerill said he was not sure and would get back to her.
Commission President Penny Githens spoke about recent updates on the Houston South project, and outlined the reasons why the litigation is necessary.
The commissioners approved the agreement unanimously.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on January 18th.
Rep. Park Cannon Gives Impassioned Speech During MLK Day Celebration at Buskirk Chumley
On Monday, the City of Bloomington hosted the 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration at the Buskirk Chumley Theater.
The event featured keynote speaker Representative Park Cannon – a Georgia state representative who is only one of two queer lawmakers in the Georgia General Assembly. Cannon is also the youngest member of the Georgia state legislature.
Cannon recently made headlines when she was arrested for knocking on the door of Georgia’s then-Republican governor while he signed a bill which limited voting rights in the state. Cannon recounted the experience during her address encouraging the audience to “keep knocking.”
To listen to the full MLK Day celebration, visit catstv.net.
Feature Reports:
Up next, we have Disabulletin – a segment highlighting neurodiversity issues – hosted by Abe Shapiro. We turn to that segment.
Now it’s time for Lil Bub’s Lil Show – done in collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Disabulletin is produced by Abe Shapiro.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Christine Brackenhoff and Stacy Bridavsky.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 11th, 2023.
Later in the program, the Community Justice Response Committee held their first meeting of the year this week. More coverage coming up in the top half of tonight’s program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Phone Privacy on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines:
Community Justice Response Committee Clashes Over Transparency in New Jail Proposal
Photo courtesy of Community Access Television Services.During the January 9th meeting of the Community Justice Response Committee, Monroe County Commissioner Lee Jones said that the county is no longer looking at Fullerton Pike for a new Monroe County jail.
This comes after the city council denied a proposal to rezone the property for the purpose of building a new jail. Jones said the committee would look at options further into the county rather than the Fullerton Pike location.
Deputy Prosecutor April Wilson asked about a property owned by the county located near Catalent. Jones responded that the county commissioners have “other plans” for that property.
One committee member asked if the county would be more receptive to working with the city to find a new location. Jones pushed back saying the county commissioners believe it would be a faster process to work within the county.
Monroe County Councilor Jennifer Crossley said the committee should be more community focused and be open to working with the city. She called for greater transparency in the committee.
County Commissioner Julie Thomas said that each government entity has their own “lanes” and emphasized that each should act according to their assigned responsibilities.
County Councilor Kate Wiltz expressed frustration that the county council’s voice is not actively being heard in the committee. Jones pushed back against Wiltz’s comment.
During public comment, City Council Member Isabel Piedmont Smith said she was concerned that the city has not been involved in this process.
The city’s Public Engagement Director Kaisa Goodman offered public comment with a similar sentiment asking for the city to have greater involvement in this process.
The next Criminal Justice Response Committee is slated at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, January 3rd.
Feature Reports:
In today’s program, we have the latest edition of Disabulletin – a segment highlighting neurodiversity issues hosted by WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro.
Up next, Phone Privacy on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, January 10th, 2022.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Kayan Tara reported on the latest Community Justice Reform Committee meeting where local officials have hit yet another roadblock in their plans for a new jail.
Tara also attended an event from the activist group, Care Not Cages, who opposes the construction of a new jail facility. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Board of Zoning Appeals Hears Zoning Variance on Fairfax Rd. Property
Photo courtesy of Compass Real Estate.At the Monroe County Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on January 4th, Petitioner Renewing Properties L-L-C asked the board to approve a zoning variance for a property located at 8482 South Fairfax Road.
Representing the company, Land Development Services Consultant David Gilman, explained the request is unique in that they are attempting to turn a 10 bedroom home into a rental property which falls in between the zoning guidelines for both tourist homes and hotels.
Gilman shared his findings of fact on the property and the project. He said that the construction would not have any adverse impact on the surrounding neighbors since it would take place inside the house.
Board Member Pamela Davidson questioned if the findings of fact he stated were provided by the petitioners or the staff. He said he provided them.
Chair of the Board Margaret Clements asked the staff if they thought the petitioners had provided factual findings. Planning Department Planner II Anne Crecelius responded and shared the department’s standards for approval.
Vice-Chair Skip Daley asked county legal if they approved this variance if it would establish any precedent for future cases involving temporary rentals. County Attorney David Schilling responded that it would not.
Board Member Guy Loftman was in favor of approving the request.
Chair of the Board Margaret Clements summarized that the property is zoned residential, and explained that is why she does not want to approve the request for fear of changing the character or the area.
Loftman added the use would be similar to if a family was large enough to fill up a 10 bedroom house.
Davidson agreed with Loftman saying the fact that the property was never finished or occupied for 20 years was a good reason to approve the variance.
Crecelius asked the board to specify that the house can not be built any bigger than the existing 10 bedrooms. The board agreed.
The board voted 3-1-1 on passing the use variance, with Margaret Clemens voting no and Dee Owens abstaining. Clements informed the board that at their next meeting on February 1st, they will discuss establishing a consent agenda.
Monroe County Women’s Commission
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Women’s Commission meeting on January 5th Commission Member Susan Hingle gave an update on the ordinance to decrease the number of seats on the commission to seven. Hingle shared that the commissioners will amend the ordinance to increase the number of seats back to its original eleven positions.
Hingle explained that the commissioners changed the ordinance because they heard the commission was struggling to meet their quorum and wanted to help by reducing the number of people necessary to be in attendance down to 4.
However, Hingle says the women’s commission was not informed about the decision, and wanted to ensure that the appointed commissioners would be able to be re-appointed.
Commissioner Jennifer Crossley apologized for the miscommunication, and said she thought the commission had been aware of the ordinance and she would make sure as the liaison between the county council and the women’s commission that the communication would improve moving forward.
Hingle explained how the communication breakdown happened.
Commissioner Maria Douglas explained how the conversation went with Commissioner Julie Thomas during the commissioner’s office hours. She also shared why having a higher number of seats available on the commission is important.
Commissioner Nicki Williamson added that Thomas suggested members of the women’s commission attend the County Commissioners meetings as well to improve communication between the commissions.
Crossley clarified that since Douglas was appointed by the county council and her term ended she will need to be re-appointed.
Commissioner Tiana Iruoje asked about the quorum number they will need to meet once they return to 11 members. Hingle replied saying they will need 6 members to meet quorum.
The next Monroe County Women’s Commission meeting will be held on February 2nd.
More questions remain, tension mounts at first meeting of the year for a new Monroe County jail
Photo by Kayan Tara.The Monroe County Community Justice Response Committee (CJRC) had its first meeting of the year this Monday to address next steps in building a new Monroe County jail. Previous attempts to purchase and rezone land for the build on almost 90 acres of land beside I-69 and West Fullerton Pike failed in December of last year.
The meeting was tense with committee members disagreeing on land availability, level of community collaboration, and other key issues.
District Five Representative Isabel Piedmont-Smith who attended the meeting as a member of the public noted her frustration at the process.
“ I feel like the county commissioners have a roadmap of how they want this process to work, but they haven’t shared that roadmap with. The other committee members or with other people in the public who are very concerned about this,” said Piedmont-Smith.
Commissioners noted their first goal is to identity a new jail location and move forward with land purchase for a new jail.
Members of the committee and the public openly expressed disappointment and frustration at how representatives from the Board of County Commissioners have dealt with the whole process.
While the city’s Public Engagement Director Kaisa Goodman spoke through public commentary time allotted for the end of the meeting, she still feels the community’s voice in this issue remains unheard.
“Public comment doesn’t offer a dialogue and it doesn’t offer real collaboration. It’s hearing, but it’s not being able to follow up or ask questions, and it’s not like an ongoing conversation. So it doesn’t feel sufficient for the amount of work that we have to do. And even if, even if theoretically they responded at the next meeting to some of the comments that were made tonight, that just is a super inefficient process in terms of like finding actual solutions,” said Goodman.
Prior to the meeting, the group Care Not Cages held a “Block Party” outside the Courthouse to protest the Monroe County jail expansion. King Trill, who attended the event, came to represent IDOC Watch, an Indiana organization focused on criminal justice reform.
“They are trying to build a new monstrosity that can attain even more people and deny even more people of freedom, liberty, and an opportunity to pursue a successful life. You know? This is the only industry that I’ve ever seen that people throw so much money into it and continue to expand and continue to grow, but every time you talk to ’em, they say they’re losing,” said King Trill.
The next meeting of the CJRC is set for Jan. 23 at 4:30 p.m.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kayan Tara.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 9th, 2023.
In today’s feature report, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Christine Herring, Executive Director for the People and Animals Learning Service, about the therapeutic benefit of equine-assisted services. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have a new segment titled Activate – first-person narratives from people working for positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network.
But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Election Board Explains Recount in House District 62 Race
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).On January 5th at the Election Board meeting, Election Supervision Karen Wheeler informed the board on the recount of District 62 ballots between Dave Hall and Penny Githens.
Chief Deputy of Monroe County Circuit Courts Tressia Martin broke down the numbers of the election. Board Member Donovan Garletts asked Martin about the technical portion of the vote margin.
Martin explained how voter errors work and how ballots get adjudicated. Garletts questioned if the vote difference happened during early, mail-in voting. Martin said that could be the case but added it also could be an issue with voters incorrectly filling out straight party tickets on Election Day.
Wheeler said after talking with someone from the state, it seemed that some voters filled out the icon instead of the box for straight party tickets. The state decided to include those ballots in the recount, where the scanners initially rejected them.
Board member David Henry thanked all of those involved with the recount. However, he pointed to 17 missing votes in Brown County as a cautionary tale for future elections.
The recount confirmed Dave Hall’s victory over Penny Githens in the House District 62 race. The next Election Board meeting will be held on February 2nd.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Christine Herring, Executive Director for the People and Animals Learning Service. Herring discusses the therapeutic benefit of equine-assisted services and the unique relationship between humans and horses. We turn now to that story.
Up next, we have a new segment titled Activate – first-person narratives from people working for positive change – done in collaboration with the Bloomington Volunteer Network. In today’s edition of Activate, we hear from Josefa Madrigal – Latino Outreach Coordinator with the City of Bloomington.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Activate is produced by Kirsten Payton.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, January 5th, 2022.
Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Care Not Cages Member Sydney Foreman about the group which opposes the construction of the new jail. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we revisit some of the latest Community Justice Reform Committee meeting where local officials have been planning the new jail proposal.
Monroe County Councilor Jennifer Crossley Dissents during CJRC Meeting
Photo courtesy of CATS.The Community Justice Reform Committee met last month to continue their proposal to build a new Monroe County Jail.
At the time, County Councilor Jennifer Crossley said she didn’t feel comfortable moving forward with the Fullerton Pike property after hearing from experts and community members, marking the first tangible sense of dissent with the new jail initiative.
Monroe County Commissioner Lee Jones responded that she had heard complaints about the process of building a new jail, but she hadn’t heard many solutions.
Monroe County Circuit Judge Kara Krothe asked Jones why the county couldn’t renovate the current building rather than build a new jail. Jones replied that the current jail has structural problems.
Judge Krothe said the process of building a new jail would take several years. She questioned why the jail couldn’t be improved in the meantime. Jones retorted that ideally, the current jail would be renovated.
During public comment, local resident Sydney Foreman gave testimony on behalf of Care Not Cages which opposes the new jail.
The rezoning of the Fullerton Pike location came before the City Council on December 21st. It was there that the city council unanimously denied the proposal to rezone the property from mixed-use employment to mixed-use institutional. That puts the new jail in a state of uncertainty.
The Community Justice Reform Committee will meet for the first time since the city council denial on Monday, January 9th at 4:30 p.m. in the Monroe County Courthouse.
Feature Report:
Photo courtesy of Care Not Cages.In today’s feature report, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Care Not Cages Member Sydney Foreman about the group which opposes the construction of the new jail. Foreman also discusses an event Care Not Cages will host titled Gather Against Monroe County Jail Expansion from 3 to 5 p.m. on January 9th at the Courthouse Square. We turn now to that interview.
Sydney Foreman speaking against the new jail proposal at the latest city council meeting. Photo courtesy of the B Square Bulletin.Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 4th, 2022.
Later in the program, the Bloomington Board of Public Works unanimously denied an appeal for a noise violation at a property on Washington Street. More in the bottom half of the program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Hostage Video on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB.
But first, your local headlines.
Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees
Upon entering the library, you can see the words, “read, learn, connect and create” (Young).At the Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting Director Grier Carson gave his monthly report.
Board Member and Secretary Kari Esarey remarked that the library is hosting a lot of additional services. Carson responded that the 21st Century Library has a unique role to fill.
Carson also updated the board on the construction of the Southwest Branch, and shared that there has been some public concern about all of the construction going on around Gordon Pike.
Next, Finance Officer Gary Lettelleir gave a budget update. He informed the board that the Department of Local Government Finance turned down the 2023 budget and explained how that would affect the library’s services.
Esarey asked if there was a reason they turned down the budget. Lettelleir said that the budget they submitted increased from 2022 to 2023, and the increase exceeded the maximum growth quotient the State of Indiana set.
The board approved the Board meeting calendar and holiday schedule.
Board Member Nichelle Whitley Wash asked how the days off are chosen. Carson explained that every year they get to decide as a board. He said they want to discuss more about days off for holidays. Wash said she was glad they would be discussing how to go about including the federal holiday, Juneteenth.
The next Monroe County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting will be held on January 18th.
Bloomington Board of Public Works
During the January 3rd meeting of the Bloomington Board of Public Works, the board heard an appeal of a noise violation. City Attorney Chris Wheeler explained the alleged violation.
Bloomington Police Officer Thomas Kreuzman gave his testimony about responding to the noise violation.
Wheeler returned to the podium with the claim that the noise coming from the property was unlawful. He walked through his legal rationale.
Public Works Director Adam Wason asked for clarification on the timeline for the appeal. Wheeler responded.
Then, appellant Brandon Sermersheim was given the opportunity to speak and tell his side of the story.
Board Secretary Elizabeth Karon asked whether or not the appellant was notified of a fine on the day of the citation. Officer Kreuzman replied that the appellant was made aware of what to do if he had any questions.
Board President Kyla Cox Deckard asked whether the log of events the board received for the incident listed the details of complaints for the property in question, or if another property received complaints, as well. Kreuzman clarified that a neighboring property also received complaints from the public.
The three-person board unanimously denied the appeal for a noise violation. The Bloomington Board of Public Works will meet again on January 17th.
Bloomington Utilities Service Board Meeting
Photo courtesy of Schmidt Associates.At the Bloomington Utility Service Board meeting on January 3rd, Utilities Engineer Phil Peden asked the board to approve a community development block grant from the Housing and Neighborhood Development Department.
Board Member Amanda Burnham asked where the Near Westside Waterman neighborhood is located. Peden responded.
Burnham also asked if the work there had already been done. Peden explained that they have only done the design work for it, but have not started any construction which is what the grant will cover.
Board Member Kirk White asked for clarification about whether or not the grant would pay for the project upfront or if they would be reimbursed for it. Peden said they will be reimbursed.
The board approved the grant unanimously.
The next Utility Service Board meeting will be held on January 17th.
Better Beware
Up next, Hostage Video on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, January 3rd, 2022.
Later in the program, the Bloomington City Council voted against an ordinance to rezone 87 acres of property on Fullerton Pike for the purpose of building a new jail. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have the latest edition of Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington City Council Vetoes Ordinance to Rezone Fullerton Pike Property for New Jail
Photo courtesy of Community Access Television Services.During the December 21st meeting of the Bloomington City Council, the council heard an ordinance to rezone about 87 acres on Fullerton Pike for a new jail. City Development Services Manager Jackie Scanlan gave an overview of the ordinance.
Monroe County Commissioner Lee Jones offered a plea for the county to pursue the rezone request for the new facility saying she wants to see a more “treatment” approach.
County Commissioner Julie Thomas stepped up to the podium to address the transportation concerns regarding the new potential jail site.
County Attorney Jeff Cockerill broke down why the county approached the city council to make the map amendment request for the property on Fullerton Pike.
Local resident and member of Care Not Cages Sydney Foreman spoke during public comment, expressing concerns about transportation and construction issues.
Another member of Care Not Cages Micol Seigel spoke in opposition to the rezone request through Zoom.
The Bloomington City Council unanimously vetoed the ordinance to rezone the Fullerton Pike property for the purpose of building a new jail. The city council will meet again on January 11th.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show
Up next, we have the latest edition of Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Stacy Bridavsky and Christine Brackenhoff
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, December 20th, 2022.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing, on his popular book ‘Fast Food Genocide. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, the latest installment of Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.On December 14th at the Monroe County Commissioners meeting Health Department Lori Kelley gave an update on flu cases and vaccines.
Next, the commissioners heard from County Attorney Jeff Cockerill on an ordinance to end the county’s Affordable Housing Commission.
Commissioner Julie Thomas explained that the reason for this is not that it is not needed, but rather they are trying to better support local organizations addressing the issue by consolidating the number of players involved.
The commissioners approved the ordinance unanimously.
Next, Cockerill presented an agreement with the Indiana University Board of Trustees that allows the Indiana Institute on Disabilities and Community to implement a survey regarding current and former people incarcerated at the jail.
Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce Christopher Emgee spoke in support of the ordinance, saying the data will help the community and help the commissioners make more informed decisions.
The commissioners unanimously approved the survey.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on January 4th.
Bloomington City Council
At the December 14th meeting of the Bloomington City Council, Attorney Stephen Lucas explained a Resolution 22-20 which would create a Capital Improvement Board to operate the Monroe Convention Center expansion project.
Director of Public Engagement Mary Catherine Carmichael said the office of the mayor would prefer to place the convention centers as a 501-c non-profit, rather than take the Capital Improvement Board route.
Monroe County Attorney Jeff Cockerill stated the county’s preference for a Capital Improvement Board, or C-I-B, saying that the mayor’s office switched positions after the convention center plans were placed on hold during the pandemic.
Monroe County Commissioner Julie Thomas expressed interest in moving forward with a C-I-B saying the commissioners thought the city and county were previously in agreement taking this path forward.
The resolution to support a Capital Improvement Board passed by an 8-1 vote, with Council Member Kate Rosenbarger voting ‘no.’ The next Bloomington City Council meeting will happen on December 21st.
Feature Report:
WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, best selling author and renowned physician specializing in preventative nutrition and natural healing, on his popular book ‘Fast Food Genocide.’ We turn now to that interview.
Up next, the latest installment of Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Zyro Roze.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Stacy Bridavsky and Christine Brackenhoff.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, December 15th, 2022.
Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County and the WFHB Local News.
Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington City Council voted to move forward with the Monroe Convention Center as a Capital Improvement Board rather than a 501-c non-profit. More in your daily headlines.
The Statehouse Roundup: Race for Governor, District 62 Recount Update
The Statehouse Roundup is a brief, weekly segment focusing on Indiana news and politics. Tune in each Thursday during the WFHB Local News to hear a recap on news and politics on the state level.Several candidates have put their name in the running for governor of Indiana. Current Governor Eric Holcomb has two more years before he leaves office — and once his term expires, it’s expected to be a tight race.
This week, U.S. Senator Mike Braun and Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch announced their candidacy for the Republican ticket, both with a focus on education.
“Issues like agriculture, affordable housing, and not to mention the other big issue, education. Education is 52 percent of our budget out of 17 billion a year. Post secondary is another 15 percent, and we got to do better at that. That’s a lot of resources,” said Senator Braun.
“So I’m running for governor because I have a vision for Indiana that will propel our state into the future, and my vision for the future focuses on growing our economy and investing in education, strengthening our families and our communities and then transforming government,” said Lieutenant Governor Crouch.
Eric Doden, the former president of the Indiana Development Corporation, announced back in 2021 that he would run for the state executive office.
When Holcomb’s gubernatorial term limit runs out, the race for governor is expected to be a competitive race, drawing a large pool of candidates – particularly for the GOP.
So far, no Democrats have formally declared their candidacy.
Former State Rep. Christina Hale, Former Mayor of Fort Wayne Thomas McDermott, Jr. and former Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Jennifer McCormick have expressed interest in running for governor, but they have yet to make a formal announcement.
The election for governor of Indiana will take place in November of 2024.
The recount has wrapped up for the District 62 race between Democrat Penny Githens and Republican Dave Hall.
District 62 includes portions of Monroe, Jackson and Brown Counties. The election for state representative was narrow, with Hall receiving only 40 more votes than Githens, before the recount.
Official results won’t be announced until the Indiana Recount Commission convenes next week.
Bloomington City Council Votes in Support of CIB for Convention Center
Photo courtesy of Community Access Television Services.At the December 14th meeting of the Bloomington City Council, Attorney Stephen Lucas explained a Resolution 22-20 which would create a Capital Improvement Board to operate the Monroe Convention Center expansion project.
Director of Public Engagement Mary Catherine Carmichael said the office of the mayor would prefer to place the convention centers as a 501-c non-profit, rather than take the Capital Improvement Board route.
Monroe County Attorney Jeff Cockerill stated the county’s preference for a Capital Improvement Board, or C-I-B, saying that the mayor’s office switched positions after the convention center plans were placed on hold during the pandemic.
Monroe County Commissioner Julie Thomas expressed interest in moving forward with a C-I-B saying the commissioners thought the city and county were previously in agreement taking this path forward.
The resolution to support a Capital Improvement Board passed by an 8-1 vote, with Council Member Kate Rosenbarger voting ‘no.’ The next Bloomington City Council meeting will happen on December 21st.
Feature Reports:
Up next, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County and the WFHB Local News. This month on Civic Conversations, we are joined by Kate Cruikshank, Political Papers Specialist for the University Archives at the Herman B. Wells Library. Kate joined the podcast to talk about the 26th Amendment. The 26th Amendment lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 for all elections, state and federal. We turn now to the December edition of Civic Conversations on WFHB.
Up next, WFHB Correspondent Clayton Young reports on rising antisemitism both locally and on the national level. He speaks with Rabbi Sue Silberberg of the IU Hillel Center and Gunther Jikeli, the Erna Rosenfeld Professor of Jewish and Germanic Studies at IU, about a recent anti-Semitic incident in Bloomington. Correspondent Clayton Young has more.
Credits:
You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Clayton Young.
Becky Hill produces Civic Conversations.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, December 14th, 2022.
Later in the program, we rebroadcast an interview related to the Buffalo Springs Restoration Project – an initiative that puts thousands of acres of pristine forest at risk. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have the latest edition of Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines.
Monroe County Commissioners
Photo by Benedict Jones.On December 7th, at the Monroe County Commissioners meeting, Monroe County Health Administrator Lori Kelley gave an update on the rising cases of Omicron and Influenza.
Commissioner Lee Jones emphasized the importance of getting the flu vaccine this year due to less people having a natural immunity to it.
Kelley responded that there are higher rates of hospitalization from this flu variant as well.
Commissioner Julie Thomas thanked Kelley for the update and commented to the public that it is not too late to get vaccinated.
During public comment Monroe County resident Laurie Borman spoke out against the trees cut down on Gordon Pike asking the commissioners to consider the trees when taking on a project.
The commissioners later heard from County Attorney Jeff Cockerill who presented an amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding with The Monroe County Convention Center.
Commissioner Penny Githens said the rate hasn’t been increased since 2014 and agreed it was time.
Journalist Dave Askins asked how the Convention Center Management is funded.
Convention Center Management Company Executive Director Talisha Coppock responded.
The commissioners unanimously approved the Convention Center Management agreement amendment.
The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will be held on December 14th.
Feature Report:
Photo courtesy of the Indiana Forest Alliance.Earlier this year, Inside Outdoors hosts Rich Reardin and Don Jordan spoke with activist Andy Mahler from ‘Heartwood.’
This show covered aspects of the Indiana Forest Service project at Buffalo Springs that puts thousands of acres of pristine forest at risk.
Although it first aired in February of this year, it is still timely because the period for public comment ends at midnight on December 19th. We turn to host Rich Reardin for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Rich Reardin.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, December 13th, 2022.
Later in the program, Monroe County Councilor Jennifer Crossley expressed concerns about the new potential jail on Fullerton Pike during the latest Community Justice Reform Committee meeting. More in the bottom half of the program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington City Council Hears Resolution to Update ADA Transition Plan
Photo courtesy of the City of Bloomington.On December 7, the Bloomington City Council discussed a resolution to update the city’s Americans with Disability Act Transition Plan.
Staff Liaison for the Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility, or C-C-A, Michael Shermis spoke on behalf of the resolution to update the city’s Americans with Disabilities Transition plan.
Former Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility chair Deborah Meyerson expanded upon the benefits of the transition plan for the city.
She provided a summary of the C-C-A and how the council’s accessible transportation and mobility principles were reflected in the plan.
Councilmember Kate Rosenbarger questioned Meyerson regarding the implementation of the principles and proposed some strategies to implement the principles, which Meyerson responded to.
The current Chairperson of the Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility Chair Leslie Davis emphasized the importance of a city having an A-D-A transition plan and the willingness of the C-C-A to assist the Bloomington City Council in implementing the resolution.
During Public comment on the resolution, constituent Peter Dorfman inquired about the consequences that could be leveled against the city if it did not follow through with the goals outlined in the transition plan. C-C-A staff Liaison Shermis and Chairperson Davis responded.
Council Member Steve Volan reflected on his past interactions with the C-C-A along with his own experiences with disabilities traveling around the world. He provided next steps for connecting with the Bloomington-Monroe County Metropolitan Planning Organization.
The City council approved the resolution unanimously. The next Bloomington City Council meeting will be held on December 14th.
County Councilor Jennifer Crossley Says She’s “Uncomfortable” with New Jail Site
Photo courtesy of CATS.The Community Justice Reform Committee met last night to continue their proposal to build a new Monroe County Jail.
County Councilor Jennifer Crossley said she doesn’t feel comfortable moving forward with the Fullerton Pike property after hearing from experts and community members.
Monroe County Commissioner Lee Jones responded that she has heard complaints about the process of building a new jail, but she hasn’t heard many solutions.
Monroe County Circuit Judge Kara Krothe asked Jones why the county couldn’t renovate the current building rather than build a new jail. Jones replied that the current jail has structural problems.
Judge Krothe said the process of building a new jail would take several years. She questioned why the jail couldn’t be improved in the meantime. Jones retorted that ideally, the current jail would be renovated.
During public comment, local resident Sydney Foreman gave testimony on behalf of Care Not Cages which opposes the new jail.
The rezoning of the Fullerton Pike location will be on the city council agenda this Wednesday. The Community Justice Reform Committee will meet again on January 9th of next year.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show
Photo courtesy of Sycamore Land Trust.Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between the WFHB Local News and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Abe Shapiro, Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show was produced by Stacy Bridavsky and Christine Brackenhoff.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, December 12th, 2022.
Later in the program, we have an excerpt from the latest edition of Kite Line – our public affairs program devoted to prison issues in the Midwest and beyond. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Bloomington residents showed up to a Drag Show at Switchyard Brewery to demonstrate their support after the bar received threatening phone calls about the event. But first, your daily headlines:
Monroe County Council
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the Monroe County Council’s December 6th meeting, County Attorney Jeff Cockerill introduced a request from Oliver Winery for a seven year tax abatement, and introduced the public hearing on the abatement.
During public comment on the tax abatement request, Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce member Jim Shelton explained that they want Oliver Winery to expand their business here rather than look elsewhere.
Bloomington Economic Development Corporation Business Development Director Clark Greiner also supported the abatement.
After the public hearing Cockerill shared some additional information on how Oliver Winery plans to hire more employees, and how the council and the winery settled on the 7 year abatement.
Council Member Jennifer Crossley asked about when Oliver Winery would hire the 21 new employees. She cautioned that Bloomington offered a tax abatement to Catalent with the promise of new jobs, and they just recently laid off around 400 workers. Cockerill responded.
Council Member Marty Hawke commented that the winery has become a destination for tourism.
Council Member Trent Deckard said he was supportive of the request, and addressed the concerns of the public that the company would leave Bloomington.
The council approved the request unanimously.
The next Monroe County Council meeting will be held on January 10th.
Concerns About Proud Boys at Drag Show at Switchyard Brewing Company
Photo courtesy of Switchyard Brewing Company.On Sunday morning, Bloomington residents showed up to a Drag Show at Switchyard Brewery to show their support after the bar received threatening phone calls about the event.
Residents were concerned that the Proud Boys and other far-right groups would attend the event to harass members of the LGBTQ+ community.
According to Chelsea, a resident who attended the event, she learned about the potential threat online on Tik Tok.
Chelsea said that no one ended up attending the event aside from the large crowd of supporters, who stood outside in the cold during the 2 hour long show.
Switchyard Brewing Company said in a statement, “We are incredibly thankful for and humbled by the strong show of support for the LGBTQIA+ community that we saw today. We are stronger together and to each of you who turned out, spoke out or took a part in today, proved that.”
Feature Report
In today’s feature report, we have an excerpt from the latest edition of Kite Line – our public affairs program devoted to prison issues in the Midwest and beyond.
Monroe County Government is quickly moving forward with a proposal for a new $60+ million dollar jail to replace and expand the downtown jail. With little input from community members, consultants hired by the county have recommended jail expansion, and the county government has begun the purchase of an 87 acre, $10 million property.
In response to the jail proposal controversy, a group of concerned local community members called Care Not Cages has been speaking up. Supporters want the county to pause the construction process and consider alternatives to expanding incarceration. Kite Line spoke to a member of the group to get some context about recent events. We turn now to a portion of that interview.
During the Community Justice Response Committee meeting last week, several members of Care Not Cages spoke during public comment. We now turn to some of that testimony given in opposition to the proposed jail.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Mia Beach.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, December 8th, 2022.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Clayton Young reports on rising antisemitism both locally and across the nation. More in the bottom half of our program.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have the December edition of Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana.
The Statehouse Roundup
A Marion County judge blocked for the second time Indiana’s near total ban on abortion. Marion County Superior Judge Heather Welch approved a request to block the ban in a lawsuit which claims the abortion ban places a burden on religious freedom.
IUPUI Professor Dr. Jennifer Drobac explained the First Amendment lawsuit in a recent interview with WFHB Correspondent Grace Romine. (pron. Row-mine)State
The lawsuit claims that the state’s abortion ban violated Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act passed in 2015 and signed by then-Governor Mike Pence.
Meanwhile, reproductive healthcare resources are still available for Indiana residents. The Bloomington Planned Parenthood office is located at 421 South College Avenue and can be reached by calling 317-205-8088.
Bloomington Board of Public Works Places Moratorium on Special Event Applications, Approves Contract for Traffic Calming
At the December 6th meeting of the Bloomington Board of Public Works, City Attorney Mike Rouker informed the board that they need to develop protocols for allowing private art using the public right-of-way policy.
This comes from a lawsuit where the city denied a student’s proposal to install an ‘All Lives Matter’ mural on Kirkwood Avenue near the Sample Gates. Rouker requested that in the meantime, the board should place a moratorium on considering special event permit applications until the policies are revised.
During public comment, local journalist Dave Askins asked how the temporary moratorium would impact Freezefest. Kyla Cox Deckard explained why Freezefest was removed from the board’s agenda. Rouker elaborated that the moratorium could affect Freezefest.
The moratorium on the consideration of special events applications passed unanimously.
Next, the board considered a contract with E&G Paving, LLC for a traffic calming project on Maxwell Lane. Project Manager Sarah Gomez explained the contract.
Askins asked why there was such a disparity between the bids for the project. Gomez responded.
Local resident Betty Rosenagle, who lives nearby Maxwell Lane, asked the board if there was a more descriptive explanation of the project. She also asked why a stop-sign wasn’t considered for the traffic calming project.
Project Engineer Neil Kopper replied to Rosenagle’s question, expanding on the design of the project and the stop-sign issue.
The board unanimously approved the contract with E&G Paving to calm traffic at Maxwell Lane. The Bloomington Board of Public Works will meet again for their regular meeting on December 20th.
Feature Reports:
Credit: European CommissionUp next, WFHB Correspondent Clayton Young reports on rising antisemitism both locally and on the national level. He speaks with Rabbi Sue Silberberg of the IU Hillel Center and Gunther Jikeli, the Erna Rosenfeld Professor of Jewish and Germanic Studies at IU, about a recent antisemitic incident in Bloomington. Correspondent Clayton Young has more.
In today’s feature report, we have the December edition of Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana. This month hosts Dr. Rob Stone and Karen Green Stone interview Tracey Hutchings-Goetz, Communications Director for Hoosier Action, the grassroots activist organization.
Hoosier Action is working to draw attention to the risk for Hoosiers on Medicaid, including the Healthy Indiana Plan, HIP, as the Federal Government looks to end the Covid Public Health Emergency. We turn now to the latest edition of Prescription for Healthcare.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Kade Young, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Clayton Young.
Prescription for Healthcare is produced by Dr. Rob Stone and Karen Green Stone.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, December 7th, 2022.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro continues his ongoing series of reports on the local news, Civil or Not: The Court Case of Talevski v. Marion and the Debate over a Private Right to Sue. mMore in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Holiday Hazards on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines:
Bloomington City Council Climate Action and Resilience Committee
The Bloomington City Council Climate Action and Resilience Committee met on November 30th to discuss the next steps to move forward with Climate Action Plan Strategy TL 1-I. Which would phase out gas powered lawn, garden, and off-road equipment.
Council Member Isabel Piedmont-Smith asked if snowblowers would be included in the ordinance. Council Member Matt Flaherty replied and explained what would be included in the ordinance.
Council Member Ron Smith said an incremental approach to implementing the strategy would be best, and suggested that they begin with phasing out leaf blowers.
Flaherty agreed that the leaf blowers would be the easiest to replace, and other machinery might take longer. He added that it would have a bigger impact if they are able to get Indiana University, County Government, the School District, and businesses to follow suit.
Council Member Dave Rollo replied that he believes some businesses would be interested, but he thinks some businesses might see this as the government trying to over-regulate them. He emphasized that they need to offer them incentives to phase out their equipment.
The Bloomington City Council Climate Action and Resilience Committee said they will aim to hold a public meeting to get more input on the strategy mid-February.
Ellettsville Town Council
Photo courtesy of Elletsville.On November 28th at the Ellettsville Town Council meeting the council approved the 2023 town council meeting dates, and a new account for the Youth Sports League.
Council Treasurer Sandra Hash explained the reason for the new account.
The council agreed to vote on the ordinance on first hearing, and they unanimously approved the new account.
The council also approved of a separate fund for the next level trails grant.
The council unanimously approved the new fund on the first reading.
Next, they tabled the second reading of the ordinance to fix the salaries for 2023. Hash explained that they need to revisit the Salary Ordinance before passing the ordinance to establish the 2023 salaries.
Hash explained what would change in the Salary Ordinance.
Town Attorney Darla Brown said that since the Salary Ordinance would be significantly different, the ordinance would need to be heard again as a first reading at the next meeting.
The next Ellettsville Town Council meeting will be held on December 12th.
Feature Report:
In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro continues his ongoing series of reports on the local news, Civil or Not: The Court Case of Talevski v. Marion and the Debate over a Private Right to Sue.
Up next, Holiday Hazards on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on WFHB. We turn to host and producer Richard Fish for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Abe Shapiro.
Better Beware is produced by Richard Fish.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, December 6th, 2022.
Later in the program, the Community Justice Response Committee met last night to continue its discussion on the proposed new jail. Several residents spoke out against the proposal during public comment. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. More following today’s feature. But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Election Board
A banner reads, “Vote Here Today,” at 401 W 7th Street, Suite 100 (Young).At the Election Board meeting on December 1st, Election Supervisor Karen Wheeler shared the names of the most recent late CFA-4 filings.
Wheeler explained that first time offenders will not be fined if they attend a meeting and explain why they were late, the second time offenders also get a warning without a penalty, the third time offenders are fined 25 percent of the original penalty, and fourth time offenders are fined 100 percent of the penalty which is a 50 dollar fine for every day a candidate is late to turn in their form, up to 1000 dollars.
Board Member Donovan Garlets said that they should consider being less generous with the penalty forgiveness. Wheeler agreed with him.
Board President Shruti Rhana suggested they consider adopting Marion County’s CFA Filing rules, and asked Wheeler for more information on what Marion’s fines look like.
Wheeler said that in Marion County they give out more fines, whereas in Monroe County they are much more lenient. She explained she doesn’t want to fine people, however, she does want candidates to turn in their forms on time.
Rhana asked on behalf of an attendee who was listening virtually, what the CFA form is. Wheeler responded.
County Clerk Nicole Browne added that the candidates are well prepared to meet the deadlines since the county gives them the information they need ahead of time. She also shared why she believes the deadline should be taken seriously.
The Election Board will consider making the deadline more strict and adopting Marion County’s model and their next meeting on January 5th.
Local Officials Continue Conversation of Proposed New Jail
Photo courtesy of CATS
During the December 5th meeting of the Community Justice Response Committee, the joint panel of county and city officials continued their conversation on the new potential jail.
Jail Commander Sam Crowe said the jail programs are not effective for mental health treatment. He said the community should do a better job of providing mental health before someone enters the jail.
County Councilperson Jennifer Crossley agreed, saying the treatment conversation should happen before someone is incarcerated.
Next, Commissioner Jones transitioned to discussion on jail design and construction following the negative recommendation to rezone the Fullerton Pike site by the Plan Commission.
Monroe County commissioner Julie Thomas confirmed that the Fullerton Pike rezone was not included on this week’s city council agenda, further delaying the rezone initiative.
During public comment, Care Not Cages supporter Max Smith said that he has reservations about building a new facility. He said the community should better fund resources we already have, rather than constructing a new facility.
Maggie, another representative of Care Not Cages, explained she has serious concerns of combining mental health and the criminal justice system.
The Community Justice Response Committee will meet again at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, December 19th on the third floor of the Monroe County Courthouse. The committee allows for public comment toward the end of the meeting.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show
Up next, we have Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. We turn now to that segment.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Lil Bub’s Lil Show is produced by Stacy Bridavsky and Christine Brackenhoff.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, December 5th, 2022.
Later in the program, the Brown County Hour’s Sarah Lyttle speaks with Brown County State Park Manager Doug Baird about a recent fire. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, the Community Justice Response Committee meets tonight at the Monroe County Courthouse. WFHB Correspondent Kayan Tara recaps the county’s proposal to build a new jail ahead of the meeting. More following today’s feature. But first, your daily headlines:
WFHB Local News Brief
Deputy Mayor Don Griffin announced that he will run for mayor in the 2023 election. Griffin joins City Council President Susan Sandberg and former Monroe County Habitat for Humanity CEO Kerry Thomson for the next mayoral race.
This comes after Mayor John Hamilton indicated that he would not run for a third term back in November.
All three candidates so far have filed paperwork to establish campaign committees. Formal decorations for candidacy won’t happen until January of next year.
A federal judge has ordered that the City of Bloomington needs to reconsider an application for an ‘All Lives Matter’ mural.
According to a lawsuit filed by IU student Kyle Reynolds and the IU chapter of Turning Point USA, the plaintiffs requested an ‘All Lives Matter’ mural to be painted on Kirkwood Avenue near the Sample Gates.
City officials told Reynolds that the city wasn’t considering any more rights-of-way public art projects and would not consider submissions from individuals.
The lawsuit alleges that the city took part in viewpoint discrimination, because the city had previously approved three ‘Black Lives Matter’ murals and did not approve the ‘All Lives Matter’ mural.
The judge’s ruling means that the city has until January of next year to develop a procedure for private parties to ask for approval to use the city’s rights-of-way policies to display public art.
Bloomington City Council
The Bloomington City Council Committee of the Whole met on November 30th to discuss ordinances on their first reading. The council first heard an ordinance to appropriate funds from the General Fund into various departments.
Director of Auditing and Financial Systems Cheryl Gilliland, presented on the appropriations, and shared that most departments needed assistance with increased gas prices.
She outlined which departments needed additional appropriations and why they needed them.
The committee voted to recommend the approval of the appropriations with six members voting yes, and three members voting to abstain.
Next, Mayor John Hamilton asked the council to consider an ordinance to approve General Obligation bonds to build and renovate public safety facilities. Hamilton shared the plans to create a joint police and fire headquarters at the Showers Building, along with other fire department building renovations.
Architectural Consultant Deb Kunce presented on the studies the consultants have done to ensure the projects meet stakeholder needs.
Kunce said she has worked on two other police facility renovation projects that have moved the police department into new facilities or added more square footage.
The next Bloomington City Council meeting will be held on December 7th.
Feature Reports:
In today’s feature report, the Brown County Hour’s Sarah Lyttle speaks with Brown County State Park Manager Doug Baird about a recent fire. This comes from the December edition of the Brown County Hour – an arts and culture program from the hills and hollers of Brown County. Tune in Wednesday at 6 p.m. to hear the full program on WFHB.
The Community Justice Response Committee meets tonight from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on the third floor of the Monroe County Courthouse. In recent meetings, the committee has discussed the proposal for a new Monroe County jail. To review the ongoing complications with the potential new jail site, we revisit a report late last month from WFHB Correspondent Kayan Tara.
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Today’s headlines were written by Kayan Tara, Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Chuck Wills.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, December 1st, 2022.
Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Grace Romine provides an update on Indiana’s abortion laws after an Owen County judge blocked the state’s partial abortion ban. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Catalent announced on Wednesday that it will lay off 400 employees before December 2nd at its Bloomington facility.
More in your local headlines. But first, your Statehouse Roundup:
The Statehouse Roundup
The U.S. Senate overcame a filibuster to advance the Respect for Marriage Act. This bill would codify federal protections for same-sex and interracial marriages.
At least 60 votes were needed to break the filibuster. On Tuesday, the Senate voted 61-36 to pass the bill. 49 Democrats and 12 Republicans voted in favor of the policy. Indiana Senator Mike Braun voted ‘no’ on the measure, siding with the majority of Republicans in the Senate. Meanwhile, Senator Todd Young broke ranks with his party and was one of the 12 GOP Senators who supported the bill.
Senator Chuck Schumer said that the Senate is taking a “bold step forward” by advancing the Respect for Marriage Act.
The bill is expected to reach President Joe Biden’s desk in the coming weeks where it’s expected to be signed into law.
Catalent Layoffs Include 400 Bloomington Workers
Photo by: Catalent BiologicsCatalent sent out notice to their employees that they will be laying off 400 workers before December 2nd. This comes as a shock to the community since the company negotiated with the City of Bloomington back in February for a tax abatement with the promise that they would be expanding and would provide new job opportunities for the residents of Bloomington.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Mayor John Hamilton commented on the decision to lay off hundreds of employees at Catalent’s Bloomington location. He said, “My administration will continue to work with the Bloomington Economic Development Corporation, (BEDC), the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce, and Catalent and their employees to minimize the impact on those affected by these layoffs. We will also continue working to bring jobs to Bloomington and connect people with those job opportunities.”
According to a report by Kevin Dunleavy on November 30th for Fierce Pharma, Catalent also notified its employees in Maryland and Texas that they will be laying off employees. The email sent to employees in Bloomington and Maryland has similar wording: “During the pandemic, Catalent significantly increased its cost base to continue to meet the needs of our customers and deliver essential products, as well as to meet the needs specific to the pandemic. Given the current phase of the pandemic, the challenging global economic environment, and the need to ensure that Catalent continues to operate efficiently, we have made the difficult decision to reduce or delay some capital expenditure projects and also reduce the size of our workforce in certain areas.”
Catalent’s Bloomington site is set to lose 400 jobs, whereas the Houston site is expected to lay off 77 workers, and at the two sites in Maryland they are expected to lay off a total of 135 employees.
WFHB News reached out to Catalent for an interview. A Catalent spokesperson replied with a statement saying, “Since the start of the pandemic, Catalent’s Bloomington facility has played a critical role in producing the vaccines and therapies that have protected public health around the world. To meet the needs of the pandemic, we added personnel to the facility at an extraordinary rate to ensure that we could meet our commitments, but now the size and structure of our organization needs to match current demands in order to increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness. We will offer severance and job transition support to all impacted employees and will seek to deploy as many as possible to other open roles in the network .Bloomington remains an important part of Catalent’s global network and long-term growth strategy.”
According to a leaked email from Catalent, the company will notify “impacted employees” between November 30th and December 2nd.
Monroe County Commissioners Hear Department Updates, Path4You Sub-Grant Agreement
Photo by Benedict Jones.At the November 30th meeting of the Monroe County Commissioners, Health Administrator Lori Kelley provided an update on the county health department.
Commissioner Julie Thomas asked if the public can still receive the vaccine for Covid-19. Kelley replied that they can, and she walked through details on how to book an appointment.
Next, Highway Engineer Paul Satterly delivered his report on the county’s highway department. Satterly gave a rundown on the Fullerton Pike project.
Planning Department Director Jackie Nester Jelen said she wanted to make residents aware that the county will hear public input on the Monroe County Consolidated Development Ordinance, or CDO, on December 13th.
During public comment, Court Appointed Special Advocate Jim Shelton made a plea to residents to consider volunteer opportunities at CASA.
Then, the commissioners heard a sub-grant agreement for the Monroe County Health Department. Health Administrator Lori Kelley elaborated on the agreement.
The commissioners approved the Path4You sub-grant agreement unanimously. The next Monroe County Commissioners meeting will happen at 10 a.m. on December 7th.
Feature Report:
Earlier this year, the Indiana General Assembly voted to ban abortion in Indiana with limited exceptions. Then, an Owen County judge blocked the state’s abortion ban from being enforced in September. WFHB Correspondent Grace Romine speaks with Law Professor Dr. Jennifer Drobac and State Representative Shelli Yoder about where the law stands now. We turn to Grace Romine for more.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our feature was produced by Grace Romine.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 29th, 2022.
Later in the program, WFHB News Director speaks with Lilian Lau, a student at Indiana University, about a film that’s screening at the IU Radio and Television Theater titled “Eternal Spring.” The film is about religious freedom and repression in China. More in today’s feature report.
Also coming up in the next half hour, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
But first, your local headlines:
Monroe County Council
Photo by Benedict Jones.On November 15th at the Monroe County Council meeting Commissioners’ Administrator Angie Purdie asked the council to allocate an additional twenty-five thousand dollars to the service budget line from the Food and Beverage line to help with the deficit which Purdie explained was due to the cleanup of two encampments where people experiencing homelessness had been living, and the appraisal of the Convention Center.
Council Member Geoff McKim asked if they were asking to be reimbursed for cleaning up the camps along with the Convention Center Appraisal.
Purdie clarified that they would only be asking the Food and Beverage Tax Advisory Committee to reimburse them for the appraisal of the convention center. The cost of the encampment cleanup was only included to explain how the line got depleted beyond the original budget.
McKim also asked how much the cleanups have cost. Purdie said she didn’t know how much it amounted to, but said that they were expensive.
Council Member Trent Deckard asked if there were any plans to prevent the encampments on government property in the future.
Purdie responded.
The council unanimously approved the request to appropriate the funds from the Food and Beverage Tax account if the Food and Beverage Tax Commission approves of it. Council Member Marty Hawke was present on zoom but unable to participate in the vote since she was sick.
The next Monroe County Council meeting will be held on December 6th.
Feature Report:
IU graduate student Lilian Lau spoke with WFHB News about the screening of “Eternal Spring” – a film about the determination to speak up for political and religious freedoms no matter the cost.In today’s feature report, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Lilian Lau, a student at Indiana University, about a film that’s screening at the IU Radio and Television Theater from December 2nd to December 4th. The film is called Eternal Spring, and it’s a Canadian film about a tale of determination in China to speak up for political and religious freedoms, no matter the cost. We turn now to that interview.
Up next, Lil Bub’s Lil Show – a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund.
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You’ve been listening to the WFHB Local News,
Today’s headlines were written by Noelle Herhusky-Schneider, in partnership with Cats – Community Access Television Services.
Our theme music is provided by Mark Bingham and the Social Climbers.
Our feature was produced by Kade Young.
Engineer and Executive producer is Kade Young.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 28th, 2022. Later in the program, the Community Justice Response Committee continued their discussion of the proposed site for a new jail. More in today’s feature report. But first, your daily headlines: MCPL Board of Trustees Discuss Vital Program, Employee Health Benefits At the Monroe County Public …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 22nd, 2022. Later in the program, an update on the Owen-Putnam State Forest timber sale and future forest management from WFHB correspondents Noelle Herhusky-Schneider and Rowan Hesting. More in today’s feature report. OWEN-PUTNAM STATE FOREST UPDATE Up next, an update on the Owen-Putnam State Forest timber …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 21st, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Kayan Tara reports on ongoing complications with rezoning the potential new jail. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton announced he will not seek re-election in 2023. Two …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, November 17th, 2022. Later in the program, The MCCSC school board unanimously approved a recommendation to purchase the former Herald-Times property for nearly 3 million dollars. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Bring It On’s Clarence Boone …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, November 16th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro continues his ongoing report, Civil or Not: The Court Case of Talevski v. Marion and the Debate over a Private Right to Sue. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 15th, 2022. Later in the program, the Bloomington Plan Commission gave a negative recommendation to rezone the proposed location of the new Monroe County jail during their latest meeting. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the latest episode of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 14th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro reported on the oral arguments of a recent Supreme Court case involving an Indiana nursing home. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, some recent prison-related news and announcements from …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, November 10th, 2022. Later in the program, Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Indiana Republicans secured every statewide race in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 8th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Correspondents Kade Young and Kathryn-Anne Alexandria Lewis speak with Monroe County Election Supervisor Karen Wheeler, several voters and a poll worker in light of Election Day. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November, 7th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro continues his story Civil or Not: The Court Case of Talevski v. Marion and the Debate over a Private Right to Sue. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Election …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, November 3rd, 2022. In today’s Disabulletin, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Professor Steve Sanders at the IU Mauer School of Law in the second edition of our special report, Civil or Not: The Court Case of Talevski v. Marion and the Debate over a Private Right …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022. In today’s Disabulletin, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Professor Steve Sanders at the IU Mauer School of Law. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Spying on You on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 31st, 2022. Later in the program, police have arrested a man in connection with two murders in Delphi, Indiana. More updates on the Delphi murders in today’s headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, Dr. Charlie Nelms reads from his essay, “Five Reasons Why …
En la primera parte de la WFHB Hola Bloomington, Josefa Madrigal entrevista a Sara Benham Ph.D., investigadora del desarrollo de lenguaje, con el programa de El Niño Científico. Hace una invitación a la comunidad para participar en la investigación y también hace una invitación para que participen en los eventos que se llevara a cabo …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 27th, 2022. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 26th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Correspondent Noelle Herhusky-Schneider talked to lifelong Paoli resident Jesse Laws about the Hoosier National Forest Management Plan. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Civil or Not: The Court Case of Talevski …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 25th, 2022. Later in the program, a federal grand jury indicted Indianapolis Police Sergeant Eric Huxley for violating a man’s civil rights using excessive force during an arrest at Monument Circle last year. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 24th, 2022. In today’s feature report, Big Talk producer Michael Glab speaks with Hannah Gregory, Forestry Director of CanopyBloomington. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Environmental Correspondent Rowan Hesting reports on the latest Climate Action Resilience Committee meeting …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 20th, 2022. Later in the program, we have some updates from the Community Justice Response Committee on the potential new jail site on Fullerton Pike. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb said …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 19th, 2022. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Disabulletin – a segment on disability and neurodiversity issues. Correspondent Abe Shapiro continues his coverage on a lawsuit against the rideshare company Lyft for the alleged lack of wheelchair accessible vehicles. More in today’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, October 18th, 2022. Later in the program, the Bloomington City Council continued their discussion of the 2023 budget during their latest meeting. More in today’s headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, the latest edition of a co-production between WFHB and Lil Bub’s Big Fund. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 17th, 2022. Later in the program, Republican Senator Todd Young faced off in a debate against Democrat Tom McDermott and Libertarian James Sceniak ahead of the November election. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Monroe County Commissioners gave …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 13th, 2022. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana, which is broadcast live the second Thursday of every month. More in the bottom half of our program. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 12th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro continues his conversation with Attorney Jeremiah Frei-Pearson about a lawsuit against the ride-share company Lyft over its alleged lack of wheelchair accessible vehicles, or WAVs. This is the latest edition of an ongoing series on the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, October 11th, 2022. Later in the program, today marks the last day to register to vote in the 2022 general election. With only four weeks left until Election Day, WFHB News provides coverage on last night’s Indiana Secretary of State debate. More in today’s feature report. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 6th, 2022. Later in the program, we have a brief update on Monroe County’s proposal to build a new jail. This comes from the producers of Kite Line – our public affairs program devoted to prison issues in the Midwest and beyond. More in the bottom …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 5th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Kay Weinberg reports on the DeepMay technology bootcamp in Paoli, Indiana. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Hard Zelle on Better Beware – your weekly consumer watchdog segment on WFHB hosted …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, October 4th, 2022. Later in the program, the January 6th Committee will meet for its ninth and final hearing next Thursday. The initial date for the hearing was pushed back due to Hurricane Ian which recently hit Florida. Correspondent Clayton Young provides analysis on the January 6th …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 3rd, 2022. Later in the program, the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County hosted a candidate forum for Indiana House Districts 46, 60 and 62. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 29th, 2022. Later in the program, the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County hosted a candidate forum for U.S. District 9 candidates last night. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Election Day is …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 28th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro continues his conversation with Attorney Jeremiah Frei-Pearson about a lawsuit against the ride-share company Lyft over its alleged lack of wheelchair accessible vehicles, or WAVs. More in today’s Disabulletin. Also coming up in the next half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 27th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Anne Kavalerchik, member of the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition, about the union’s recent ‘no’ vote on a strike for the fall semester. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, September 26th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Woodie Bessler of the Center for Sustainable Living about empowering local residents to “go solar.” More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent prison-related news …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 22nd, 2022. Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, an Indiana …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 21st, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Attorney Jeremiah Frei-Pearson about a lawsuit against the ride-share company Lyft over its alleged lack of wheelchair accessible vehicles, or WAVs. More in today’s Disabulletin. Also coming up in the next half hour, Back …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 20th, 2022. In today’s feature report, WFHB News Director Kade Young reports on food insecurity in Indiana. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington Police Department notified the public earlier today about an armed man in the sewer …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, September 19th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Woodie Bessler and Anne Hedin of the Center for Sustainable Living about empowering local residents to “go solar.” More in today’s feature report. But first, your daily headlines. Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission At the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 15th, 2022. Later in the program, the Indiana abortion ban goes into effect today. More coverage on the near total ban on abortion in today’s Statehouse Roundup. In today’s installment of Voices in the Street, public opinion polls in the streets of Bloomington, WFHB’s Youth Radio …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 14th, 2022 Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Attorney Jeremiah Frei-Pearson about a lawsuit against the ride-share company Lyft over its alleged lack of wheelchair accessible vehicles, or WAVs. More in today’s Disabulletin. Also coming up in the next half hour, Shapiro …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 13th, 2022 Later in the program, we revisit a conversation with Ron Eid, the publisher of the Limestone Post magazine about the importance of community journalism and how The Limestone Post and WFHB have collaborated over the years. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, September 12, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Ziva Cooper about the perils and promise of Cannabis use in recreational and medical settings. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we speak with Roze live …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 8th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Prescription for Healthcare, a podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and Medicare for All Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, you will hear from WFHB Correspondents …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 7th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Attorney Jeremiah Frei-Pearson about a lawsuit against the ride-share company Lyft over its alleged lack of wheelchair accessible vehicles, or WAVs. More in today’s Disabulletin. Also coming up in the next half hour, Various …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 6th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Ziva Cooper, the Director of the UCLA Center for Cannabis and Cannabinoids in the second and final installment of an interview series on the WFHB Local News. More in today’s feature report. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 1st, 2022. Later in the program, The ACLU and Planned Parenthood filed a lawsuit Tuesday challenging Indiana’s near total ban on abortion More in the top half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, IU Health is hosting a monkeypox vaccination clinic …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 31st, 2022. Later in the program, Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton presented a 229 million dollar budget to the city council this week. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Red Flags on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 30th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Executive Director of the Indiana Recovery Alliance Nick Voyles about addiction and recovery and how to confront the stigmas associated with them. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up, commissioners discussed the remapping of the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 29th, 2022. In today’s feature report, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Dr. Ziva Cooper, the Director of the UCLA Center for Cannabis and Cannabinoids. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Correspondent Kai Fitzgerald attended the Bloomington Pridefest …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 24th, 2022. Later in the program, President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that he would cancel 10,000 dollars of student debt for those earning less than 125,000 dollars per year. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Afternoon Music Mix DJ Cindy Beaulé speaks with Rachael Himsel and Michelle Martin-Coleman about Project Stay – a suicide prevention movement. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington City Council discussed …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 22nd, 2022. Later in the program, the Madison County Prosecutor’s Office will seek the death penalty against the man who killed Elwood Police Officer Noah Shahnavaz. More in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 11th, 2022. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Prescription for Healthcare – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, the third annual …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 10th, 2022. Later in the program, we speak with WFHB General Manager Jar Turner about the station’s third annual Block Rocker, which takes place on Saturday, August 20th. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Bigger Isn’t …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 9th, 2022. Later in the program, Indiana University announced that it will increase the minimum stipend and waive mandatory fees for graduate workers. WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Katie Shy, Media Correspondent for the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition in today’s feature report. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 8th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Tilly Robinson reports on the Indiana Department of Transportation’s plan to install a network of electric vehicle chargers with federal funds. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Indiana passed an abortion …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 4th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Dr. Jennifer Drobac, Professor of Law at the Robert H. McKinney School of Law at Indiana University, about the future of abortion law in Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022. Later in the program, a near total ban on abortion passed through an Indiana House committee on Tuesday. The bill now advances to the state’s House of Representatives where it awaits discussion and a final vote. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022. Later in the program, the Indiana House Committee on Courts and Criminal Code heard public testimony today on the proposed abortion ban bill recently passed in the Senate. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington Historic …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 1st, 2022. Later in the program, Indiana Republican Senators passed a bill on Saturday that bans abortions in the state with exceptions for rape, incest or if the mother’s life is in danger. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 28th, 2022. In today’s feature report, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider spoke with Board Member of the Indiana Forest Alliance Lora Kemp about a timber sale at the Owen-Putnam State Forest and what can be done about it. More in the bottom half of our …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 27th, 2022. Later in the program, Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Indianapolis on Monday to meet with lawmakers about an Indiana abortion ban recently passed out of committee. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Sim …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 26th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Tilly Robinson reports on the redistricting of six Bloomington city council districts. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Sports Correspondent Onyi Afoaku provides a rundown on local, state and global …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 25th, 2022. Later in the program, demonstrators gathered outside the Indiana Statehouse earlier today to protest Indiana’s proposed abortion ban. WFHB News speaks with several protesters. More in the top half of today’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Assistant Program Director …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 21st, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Tilly Robinson takes a look at the blue-green algae blooms in Lake Monroe. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Indiana Senate Republicans introduced a bill to ban abortion …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 20th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Sports Correspondent Onyi Afoaku speaks to a local researcher who hopes his head trauma study will make high school football safer. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Fraud Newsreel on Better Beware …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 19th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant Program Director Christine Brackenhoff spoke with Dr. Alison Case, a family medicine provider based in Indiana. Dr. Case is also an abortion provider and leads the Indiana chapter of the Reproductive Health Access Project. More in today’s feature …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 18th, 2022. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Big Talk – a one-on-one conversation with some of Bloomington’s most fascinating people – on WFHB. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent prison related …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 7th, 2022. Later in the program, Bring It On!, hosts Clarence Boone and Liz Mitchell speak with Dr. Gina Forrest who has conducted extensive research on Sundown towns in Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 6th, 2022. Later in the program, Pam Raider of the Brown County Hour interviews author Rachel Perry about her new book Painter of the Dunes. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Cutting the Cost of Gas …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 5th, 2022. Later in the program, Big Talk producer Michael Glab speaks with IU Cinema Director Alicia Kozma. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Sports Correspondent Onyi Afoaku provides a rundown on local, state and global news stories …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 30th, 2022. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from the latest edition of Bring It On – Indiana’s only weekly radio program committed to exploring the people, issues and events impacting the African-American community. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 29th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young continues his conversation with Dr. Jennifer Drobac, Professor of Law at the Robert H. McKinney School of Law at Indiana University, about the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. More in today’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 28th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young spoke with Dr. Jennifer Drobac, Professor of Law at the Robert H. McKinney School of Law at Indiana University, about the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. More in today’s feature report. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 27th, 2022. Later in the program, Indiana University hosted a panel of legal experts in light of the Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, protesters gathered for a demonstration and march …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 23rd, 2022. Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between the WFHB Local News and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 22nd, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Cynthia Roberts reported on a rally in Washington, D.C. over the weekend organized by the Poor People’s Campaign. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have the third installment of Cutting …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 21st, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Onyi Afoaku speaks with Director of Development for the IU Women’s Excellence Initiative Anne Crawford in Part II of a two-part series. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Indiana Environmental …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 16th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider speaks with Forest Activist and Paoli resident, Andy Mahler, about the Buffalo Springs Restoration Project. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, 53 percent of high school graduates …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 15th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Onyi Afoaku speaks with Professor Lauren Smith, a sports media scholar at the IU Media School about Title IX and opportunities for women’s college athletics. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 14th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Allison Kuehr, Communications and Public Relations Manager for the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, about record lows in terms of high school seniors pursuing higher education. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 13th, 2022. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Partisan Gardens – our latest public affairs program devoted to food justice. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington City Council heard from the Historic Preservation Commission …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 8th, 2022. Later in the program, Bring It On’s Clarence Boone and Liz Mitchell interview officials from the Monroe County Community School Corporation. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 7th, 2022. Later in the program, Phil Schuman, Executive Director of Financial Wellness and Education at Indiana University, walks through what student loan forgiveness would look like as President Joe Biden faces pressure to eliminate at least some of the 1.6 trillion dollars in student loan …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 6th, 2022. Later in the program, the Indiana General Assembly overrode Governor Eric Holcomb’s veto effectively banning transgender girls from playing on girls’ sports teams. In today’s show, we feature audio testimony from concerned Indiana residents. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 2nd, 2022. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from the May 27th edition of Kite Line – WFHB’s public affairs program devoted to prison issues in the Midwest and beyond. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 1st, 2022. Later in the program, we have a segment from Bring It On titled “Dark Past, Bright Future” hosted by Liz Mitchell. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Finding It on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 31st, 2022. Later in the program, Big Talk producer Michael Glab speaks with Cole Nelson, a graduate student at the IU Media School and member of the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 26th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abby Prywitch reports on “Compost Up, Downtown” – a new composting program meant to curb food waste in restaurants and food-service businesses. More in the top half of our program. But first, your daily headlines. Monroe County Plan …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 25th, 2022. Later in the program, the Bloomington Faculty Council passed two resolutions calling on the IU Board of Trustees to provide a pathway to unionization for the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition-United Electrical Workers. More in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 24th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Katie Shy, media correspondent for the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition, about two recently passed resolutions by the Bloomington Faculty Council calling on the IU administration to provide a pathway to unionization for the IGWC. More in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 23rd, 2022. Later in the program, Dave Seastrom of the Brown County Hour speaks with Stori Snyder, director of the Brown County Public Library, about their new solar project. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 19th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB’s Youth Radio took to the streets to ask Bloomington residents about the U.S. Supreme Court’s draft leak over Roe v. Wade. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, Civic Conversations …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 18th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Phil Schuman, Executive Director of Financial Wellness and Education at Indiana University, about the student debt crisis in the United States. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 17th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with nationally-recognized scholar on hate crimes and policing Professor Jeannine Bell of the IU Mauer School of Law, about a racially-motivated shooting in Buffalo, New York that left 10 people dead. More in today’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 16th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Professor Jeannine Bell, an expert in policing and hate crimes at Indiana University, about the racially motivated killings of 10 Black residents in Buffalo on Saturday. More in today’s feature report. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 12th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Prescription for Healthcare – a podcast collaboration between WFHB Community Radio and Medicare for All Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Monroe County Board of Health …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 11th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Environmental Affairs Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel speaks with Landon Yoder, a professor at Indiana University, about how climate change will impact Indiana’s agricultural sector. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Springtime Scams on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 10th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze continues his conversation with Ashleigh Ewald – writer, advocate and podcaster in an ongoing interview series. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB News Director Kade Young reports on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 9th, 2022. Later in the program, we have some recent prison-related news and announcements from Kite Line – our public affairs program devoted to covering prison issues in the Midwest and beyond. More in today’s headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 5th, 2022. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Interchange – The Knowledge of Power: Graduate Worker Exploitation at Indiana University. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington Board of Zoning Appeals met …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 4th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News provides a rundown of the local primary results in today’s daily headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have your weekly consumer-watchdog segment Better Beware hosted and produced by Richard Fish. More following today’s feature. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 3rd, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News has special coverage on the 2022 Indiana Primary Election which takes place today. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington City Council continues its discussion on raising the Local Income …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 2nd, 2022. Later in the program, Indiana’s primary election begins tomorrow, Tuesday, May 3rd. More information on where, when and how to vote and some information on local races in today’s headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Strike Mic – voices …
WFHB Host: Josefa Madrigal, interviews Pili about their 5th year anniversary, she is inviting you to participate at their 5 de Mayo festivities free of charge for families! Don’t miss out on the Taco and Burrito eating contest. They will celebrate 5 de mayo on May 5th at the Mill between 10 & 11th street. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 28th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Environmental Affairs Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel concludes his series on how climate change impacts Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Strike Mic – Voices from the Indiana …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 27th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel continues an ongoing series on how climate change impacts Indiana. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Strike Mic – Voices from the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 25th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Environmental Affairs Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel speaks with Professor Ben Kravitz, about climate modeling and climate skepticism in an ongoing series about climate change in Indiana. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 21st, 2022. Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – your monthly podcast collaboration between the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County and WFHB. Today, our topic is gerrymandering. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Strike Mic – …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 20th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Strike Mic – Voices from the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition in light of their strike against Indiana University. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Solar Scams on Better Beware – your …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 19th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Strike Mic – Voices from the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition – in light of their strike against Indiana University. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington City Council continues its …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 18th, 2022. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Strike Mic – Voices from the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition in light of the recent strike at Indiana University. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent prison-related news and …
Locutoras, Minerva Sosa y Josefa Madrigal, entrevistan a miembros de la comunidad Latina sobre sus experiencias participando en el Festival Internacional de Artes y Comida de la ciudad de Bloomington! Hosts, Minerva Sosa and Josefa Madrigal, interview members our Latino community about their experiences participating in the City of Bloomington International Food and Arts Festival!
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 14th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Strike Mic – voices from the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition in light of the latest strike on campus. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Prescription for …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 13th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Strike Mic – Voices from the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition in light of the recent strike. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Correspondent Kai Fitzgerald breaks down …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 12th, 2022. Later in the program, the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition will organize a strike tomorrow. During tonight’s news, we will feature the voices of graduate students in light of the strike. More in the latest installment of our segment, Strike Mic. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 11th, 2022. Later in the program, the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition-United Electrical Workers voted overwhelmingly in support of a strike, which is set to happen later this week. WFHB News spoke with several members of the organization in light of recent headlines. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 28th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with educator, author and Rights of Nature attorney Thomas Linzey in Part 4 of an ongoing series on the local news. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 24th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Thomas Linzey, senior legal counsel at the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights in Part Three of an ongoing series. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Thomas Linzey, senior legal counsel at the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights in Part Two of an ongoing series. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 22nd, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Kai Fitzgerald speaks with Virgil Sauder, the Director of the City of Bloomington Animal Care and Control about a new pet ordinance. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel reports on a fire …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 21st, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Thomas Linzey, senior legal counsel at the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some recent prison-related news and announcements from …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 17th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Prescription for Healthcare – a monthly podcast collaboration with Medicare for All Indiana. Today, we welcome guest Michael Lighty – president of Healthy California Now and a consultant with the National Union of Healthcare Workers. More in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 16th, 2022. Later in the program, the Monroe County Residents Against Annexation filed a petition to appeal annexation in Areas 1A and 1B. WFHB News speaks with Margaret Clements, the president of the Monroe County Residents Against Annexation, in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 15th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze concludes his conversation with Emily Hamilton, senior research fellow and Director of the Urbanity Project at George Mason University. Stay tuned to hear Part Five of the conversation in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 14th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze continues his conversation with Emily Hamilton, senior research fellow and Director of the Urbanity Project at George Mason University. Stay tuned to hear Part Four of the conversation in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 10th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have coverage on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 9th, 2022. Later in the program, we revisit a report from WFHB Correspondent Sade Ajishegiri on local protests over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, “Increasing Gas Mileage” on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 8th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze continues his conversation with Emily Hamilton, senior research fellow and Director of the Urbanity Project at George Mason University. Stay tuned to hear Part III of the conversation in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 7th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze continues his conversation with Emily Hamilton, senior research fellow and Director of the Urbanity Project at George Mason University. Stay tuned to hear Part II of the conversation in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 3rd, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Sade Ajishegiri reports on recent, local protests over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, one week ago – Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton gave his …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022. In today’s feature report, we have a teaser from Big Talk where host Michael Glab covers the recent announcement of Cardinal Stage, the Bloomington Playwrights Project and Pigasus Institute joining together for a three-way merger. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 1st, 2022. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a regular segment where we pose questions to Bloomington’s mayor. Today, Deputy Mayor Don Griffin will stand in for Mayor John Hamilton. More in the bottom half of the program. But …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, February 28th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Zyro Roze speaks with Emily Hamilton – a senior research fellow and Director of the Urbainity Project at George Mason University – about affordable housing. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, February 24th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News spoke with Shatoyia Moss, Safe and Civil City Program Director, about this weekend’s upcoming Black History Month Gala Celebration. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have a …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022. Later in the program, the Monroe County Democratic Party elected Shruti Rana as vice-chair after a resignation last winter left the office vacant. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Better Beware – …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, February 22nd, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Kayan Tara speaks to family members of Malik Ali Malik – a man who died in a car chase with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office one year ago. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, February 17th, 2022. Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration with WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. Today, our hosts welcome several community voices on our health system. That’s coming up next on the WFHB …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, February 16th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Sofia Fitzgerald speaks with Watershed Coordinator Maggie Sullivan and Liminal Researcher Sarah Powers about issues with the Lake Monroe Reservoir. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, “Virtual Unreality” on Better Beware …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, February 15th, 2022. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a biweekly segment where we pose questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. More in the bottom half of our show. Also coming up, police …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, February 14th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Haley Moss, Florida’s first openly autistic lawyer, in Part Three of our new weekly segment, Disability as Ability. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, February 9th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Emily Weikert-Bryant, Executive Director of Feeding Indiana’s Hungry, who urges state lawmakers to vote no on House Bill 1354. The bill would make it harder for residents to receive SNAP benefits. More in today’s feature report. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, February 8th, 2022. Later in the program, ACLU Indiana filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Todd Rokita, claiming he violated the first amendment when he barred a journalist from covering his press conferences. More in today’s headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, the producers …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, February 27th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Haley Moss, Florida’s first openly autistic lawyer, in Part Two of our new weekly segment, Disability as Ability. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up, we have some recent prison-related news and announcements …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, February 3rd, 2022. Later in the program, residents of Central Indiana are hunkering down to avoid the current winter weather conditions. WFHB Environmental News Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel explains some interesting information about the storm. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a biweekly segment where we pose questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. More in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, February 1st, 2022. Later in the program, we spoke with Executive Director of Visit Bloomington Mike McAffee about the upcoming Bloomington Music Expo, which happens this weekend. League of Women Voters Host 2022 Legislative Update On January 22nd the League of Women Voters held a Legislative Update …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 31st, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Abe Shapiro speaks with Haley Moss, Florida’s first openly autistic lawyer, in our new weekly segment Disability as Ability. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some coverage on voting …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 26th, 2022. Later in the program, MCCSC bus drivers complained about poor working conditions during last night’s school board meeting. More in your daily headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, “Three Scams, Three Media” on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 24th, 2022. In today’s feature report, WFHB News Director Kade Young spoke with Stephanie Zhang, Bartholomew County and Housing Organizer for Hoosier Action, and Jessica Savage – Member Leader of Hoosier Action, about the ongoing eviction crisis in Indiana. More in today’s feature report. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, January 20th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Sade Ajishegiri reports on a MLK Day event hosted by the Monroe County Library earlier this week. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel reports on a bill in the statehouse that deals …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 19th, 2022. Later in the program, the EPA recently announced that it will enforce pollution regulations onto Indiana’s coal fired power plants in order to stop groundwater contamination. WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel has more in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, January 18th, 2022. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a biweekly segment where we ask Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton about community issues. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the EPA recently announced that …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 17th, 2022. Later in the program, Monroe County has officially moved to the red advisory category in the state’s color-coded Covid-19 map. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some prison-related headlines from the producers of Kiteline. More …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, January 13th, 2022. Later in the program, we have the January edition of Prescription for Healthcare – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All Indiana. Our guest today is Kay Tillow – a Louisville-based activist and labor organizer who supports universal healthcare. More in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 12th, 2022. Later in the program, Governor Eric Holcomb focused on the economy, education and the Covid-19 pandemic during last night’s annual State of the State address. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Futurist Follies on Better Beware – …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, January 11th, 2022. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with MCCSC Board President Brandon Shurr about a vacancy on the MCCSC school board. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel reports on the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 10th, 2022 Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with President of the Monroe County Residents Against Annexation Margaret Clements who claims the county has received enough signatures to legally oppose annexation in at least eight out of the nine proposed annexed areas. More in today’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, January 6th, 2021. This week, we’ve looked back at the stories we covered in the year 2021. Today, we revisit our reporting on the Black Lives Matter Street Murals in Bloomington. You will hear an award-winning report from Sydney Foreman on the Banneker Center’s organization for the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, January 5th, 2021. This week, we will take a look back at the stories we covered in the year 2021. Today, we focus on homelessness in Bloomington – particularly on the city’s two evictions of encampments at Seminary Park and then a failed city council ordinance to …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, January 4th, 2021. This week, we will take a look back at the stories we covered in the year 2021. In today’s episode, you will hear WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty report on a company that focuses on using artificial intelligence and drone technology to construct environmentally sound …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, January 3rd, 2021. This week, we will take a look back at the stories we covered in the year 2021. In today’s episode, we will review the second part of environmental stories from this past year. You will hear Nathaniel Weinzapfel speak with an IU researcher on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, December 30th, 2021. Over the next two weeks, we will take a look back at the stories we covered in the year 2021. In today’s episode, we will review field reports from the last year. You will hear a public opinion poll of the Astroworld tragedy, activists …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, December 29th, 2021. Over the next two weeks, we will take a look back at the stories we covered in the year 2021. In today’s episode, we will look back at one story we covered in the last year related to the Covid-19 pandemic. You will hear …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, December 27th, 2021. Over the next two weeks, we will take a look back at the stories we covered in the year 2021. In today’s episode, we will review local environmental stories from the last year. You will hear Sophie Hall report on Duke Energy’s investment into …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday December 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, Covid-19 cases are on the rise across the state as Indiana reported its first positive case involving the Omicron variant. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Log4J Mess on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, December 21st, 2021. Later in the program, we have A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a biweekly segment where WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider asks Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton questions on community issues. Ellettsville Town Council explained changes they want to make to their 2022 …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, December 20th, 2021. Later in the program, we provide an update on rising Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations across the state as Indiana identified its first known case of the Omicron variant. More in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, December 16th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington-Monroe County. Today, we welcome guests Professors Abbey Stemler and Scott Shackelford of the IU Kelley School of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, December 15th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Associate Professor at the IU Media School Lauren Smith about the Biden Administration’s recent announcement that it will not send any official representation to the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics as a protest to China’s human rights …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, December 14th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Jakob Breunig, a volunteer for the Bloomington Community Bike Project. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we turn to Jim Eagleman of the Brown County Hour …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, December 13th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Associate Professor at the IU Media School Lauren Smith about the Biden Administration’s recent announcement that it will not send any official representation to the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics as a protest to …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, December 9th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Prescription for Healthcare – a podcast collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All Indiana. More in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Correspondent Julianna Dailey …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, December 8th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from tomorrow’s Big Talk – a one-on-one conversation with some of Bloomington’s most fascinating people. Today’s guest is Jamie Sweany, owner of the Juniper Art Gallery. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, December 7th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton in our bi-weekly segment, A Few Minutes with the Mayor. More coming up in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, December 6th, 2021. Later in the program, today’s feature is a preview of tomorrow’s Interchange – Presenting Fernando Pessoa, with translator and biographer Richard Zenith. This will be the first of two episodes on the greatest Portuguese poet of the 20th century. More in the bottom half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, December 2nd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB’s youth radio hit the streets of Bloomington to interview locals on the events that occurred at the Astroworld festival last month. That’s coming up in the newly revived segment, Voices in the Street. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, December 1st, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Kate Galvin, Artistic Director at Cardinal Stage, about the upcoming Frog and Toad program that will take place later this month. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 30th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent News Director Kade Young speaks with IUPUI Researcher Nir Menachemi about parents’ attitudes when it comes to vaccinating their children against Covid-19. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we revisit “The …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 29th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider speaks with concerned resident Andy Mahler about the proposed Buffalo Springs Restoration Project. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, Indiana lawmakers canceled a one-day session to hear …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, November 24th, 2021. Later in the program, the Community Kitchen of Monroe County will offer a free meal on Thanksgiving Day to those in need. WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Executive Director of Community Kitchen Vicki Pierce in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021. Later in the program, Big Talk host Michael Glab speaks with Niles Arena, co-founder of Cicada Cinema – a local pop-up movie theater. Also coming up in the next half hour, bus drivers at the Monroe County Community School Corporation say they are stretched …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel speaks with Alyson Alde, a member of the environmental activist group, Sunrise Bloomington, to better understand what they hope to achieve and how optimistic they are for the future. More in today’s feature report. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, November 18th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the November edition of Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. In today’s episode, host Jim Allison speaks with Indiana Congressman Lee Hamilton, about the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, November 17th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Efrat Feferman about Heading Home 2021 – a long-term, housing first approach to combat homelessness and housing insecurity in the community. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 16th, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a biweekly segment where WFHB News poses questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. More coming up in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 15th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider continues her coverage on the Buffalo Springs Restoration Project. She speaks with Marion Mason and Chris Thornton from the U.S. Forest Service for the second part of the interview. More coming up in today’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, November 11th, 2021. Later in the program, we have Prescription for Healthcare – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All Indiana. In today’s episode, hosts Dr. Rob Stone and Karen Green Stone speak with Ana Manilow – a clinical professor of pediatrics at the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, November 10th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider continues her coverage on the Buffalo Springs Restoration Project. She speaks with Marion Mason and Chris Thornton from the U.S. Forest Service. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 9th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider speaks with Steven Stewart about his concerns for logging in the Hoosier National Forest. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the American Civil Liberties Union …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 8th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News covers lead contaminated ash reported by local residents after the Bloomington Fire Department conducted a prescribed burn at a home on High Street. More coming up in your feature report. Monroe County Solid Waste Management District Board At …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, November 3rd, 2021. Later in the program, we revisit a report from WFHB Correspondent Kayan Tara on the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition’s attempts to unionize. Also coming up in the next half hour, a caution to Facebook users on Better Beware – your weekly consumer-watchdog segment on …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider speaks with Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton in our bi-weekly segment, A Few Minutes with the Mayor. That’s coming up in the bottom half of our program. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, November 1st, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Brett Voorhies, who was recently re-elected as the president of the Indiana AFL-CIO – the largest federation of unions in the United States. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 28th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with City Councilman Matt Flaherty about the passage of the 2022 City Budget during last night’s Common Council meeting. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we provide a rundown of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 27th, 2021. Later in the program, we hear a selection from a recent Interchange with guest Davarian Baldwin, professor of American Studies at Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut, and author of In the Shadow of the Ivory Tower: How Universities Are Plundering Our Cities. More in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, October 26th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Kayan Tara reports on the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition’s attempts to unionize. That’s coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Artbeat – a segment where Dr. Filiz Cicek interviews …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 25th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Erin White, Director of Leisure, Marketing and Media Relations for Visit Bloomington, about the second annual Bloomington Restaurant Week, which celebrates local restaurants in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. More in today’s feature reports. But first, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 21st, 2021. Later in the program, we have our monthly podcast, Prescription for Healthcare – a collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All Indiana. Hosts Karen Green-Stone and Dr. Rob Stone continue their conversation with Dr. Ed Weisbart, a retired family physician from St. Louis and …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 20th, 2021. Later in the program, Big Talk Producer Michael Glab speaks with music writer and author Stephen Deusner who recently wrote a book about the alternative Southern rock band, The Drive By Truckers. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Better Beware …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, October 19th, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where we pose questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. Assistant News Director Noelle Herhusky-Schneider has more in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 18th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News talked to social work students who protested the City of Bloomington’s National Conference on Police Social Work. More coming up in the bottom half of our show. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have some …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 14th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the October edition of Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. Our guests today are Simone Smith, the winning contestant in the League of Women Voters …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 13th, 2021. Later in the program, Monroe County Residents Against Annexation have begun the process to remonstrate, or formally challenge, Mayor John Hamilton’s annexation plan. More coming up in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in the next half hour, host Richard Fish …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, October 12th, 2021. Later in the program, we will broadcast an excerpt from our public affairs program Bring It On, Indiana’s only weekly radio program committed to exploring the people, issues and events impacting the African-American community. Hosts Clarence Boone and William Hosea speak with State Representative …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 11th. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Margaret Clements, Vice President of Monroe County Residents Against Annexation, about the remonstration process. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have an update on the 7 Oaks School and …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, October 5th, 2021. Later in the program, we have Part I of an interview with Judah Schept, an organizer for Decarcerate Monroe County, regarding the expansion of the Monroe County Jail. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Better …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, October 5th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly interview with Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. Noelle Herhusky-Schneider has more in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, October 4th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with the communications head of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education about the opening of the Free Application for Federal Student AID, better known as FAFSA. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for September 30th, 2021. Later in the program, we have a new edition of Prescription for Healthcare – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All – Indiana. More in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in the next half hour, on Tuesday, Beacon …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 29th, 2021. Later in the program, we hear a selection from an Interchange on the memoir of Noel Ignatiev, titled Acceptable Men: Life in the largest steel mill in the world. That Steel Mill is the Gary Works of US Steel in 1972 the year that …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 28th, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where we pose questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. More coming up in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, September 27th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from our public affairs program Kite Line, from an episode titled “A Slightly Bigger Cage – Jail Expansion for Monroe County.” More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
En el primer segmento escuchamos de nuestras locutoras, Minerva Sosa y Luz Lopez, mientras participaban y entrevistaban a miembros de la comunidad que fueron a la Fiesta del Otoño2021. Nos dan un resumen de todo lo que se llevó acabo e invitan a que usted participe con nuestra comunidad! La segunda parte escuchamos de La …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 23rd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel speaks with Professor Nathasha MacBean to better understand dryland ecosystems and why they are important in the global climate cycle, as well as the impact her NASA funded research would have on the scientific understandings of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, we have Artbeat – a segment where host Dr. Filiz Cicek poses questions to artists, activists and educators about their work. In today’s segment, Dr. Cicek speaks with Professor Emily Bobo about her poetry. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 21st, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where WFHB News interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. In today’s Minutes with the Mayor, we discuss Covid-19 and climate issues. More in the bottom half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, September 20th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Kim Fischer, Vice President of Communication for Waterford.org, to discuss an early education program that helps four-year-old children prepare for school at home and at no cost. More in the bottom half of our program. Local …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 16th, 2021. Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast in collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington-Monroe County. Our guest today is Keri Miksza, chair of the Bloomington chapter of the Indiana Coalition for Public Education. Our …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 15th, 2021. Later in the program, the Bloomington City Council will take a final vote on annexation tonight at 6:30 p.m. during a special session. WFHB News spoke with Monroe County Residents Against Annexation Member Margaret Clements about her hopes and expectations ahead of tonight’s meeting. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, September 14th, 2021. Later in the program, we revisit a feature report from WFHB Correspondent Brianna Devin on the history of PCB Contamination in Bloomington. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington Walk to End Alzheimer’s Raised Over $100,000 Over the Weekend. WFHB News spoke …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, September 13th, 2021. Later in the program, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Bloomington raised more than 100,000 dollars over the weekend. WFHB News speaks with Kyle Davern, Manager for the Bloomington Walk to End Alzheimer’s. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 9th, 2021. Later in the program, we have Prescription for Healthcare – a collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All Indiana. Our guest today is Dr. Ed Weisbart, a retired family physician from St. Louis and chair of the Missouri chapter of Physicians for a National …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 8th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Tuesday’s Interchange, “Authority and U: On the Anti-Democratic Campus,” with guest Steve Volan, a scholar of human geography and a city council member in Bloomington, Indiana since 2004. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 7th, 2021. Later in the program, the City of Bloomington will host the Black History 101 Mobile Museum from 9 a.m. to noon on September 11th at City Hall. We spoke with James Sanders, chair of the City of Bloomington Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, September 2nd, 2021. Later in the program, the 4th Street Festival of the Arts and Crafts will take place over Labor Day Weekend. WFHB News spoke with President of the Festival Committee Sidney Bolam about what the festival will entail. More coming up during today’s headlines. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, September 1st, 2021. Later in the program, The Buskirk Chumley Theater recently announced that it will require vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test ahead of its fall season. WFHB News spoke over the phone with Jonah Crismore, Executive Director of the Buskirk Chumley, about the new policy. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 31st, 2021. Later in the program, Indiana recorded the highest amount of Covid-19 cases in schools compared to any other time throughout the course of the pandemic. More in today’s headlines. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Artbeat – a segment where …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 30th, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton answers questions on community issues. In today’s segment, Mayor Hamilton discusses results from the 2020 census, the 2022 budget hearings and more. That’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 26th, 2021. Later in the program, we have Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County and WFHB. Today’s topic is redistricting with guests Julia Vaughn of Common Cause and Sonia Leerkamp of Indiana Citizens Redistricting …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 25th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Nola Hartman, co-founder of the Bloomington Mask Drive – who provides clean, high-quality, homemade fabric masks to Bloomington and Monroe County free of charge. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 24th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Producer Michael Glab speaks with bookseller Rick Morgenstern, taken from a recent airing of Big Talk – a one-on-one conversation with some of the community’s most fascinating people. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 23rd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Nathaniel Weinzapfel covers a bill that strips protections for Indiana wetlands. He speaks with an expert on rural land policy and an executive director of a local nature preserve to learn more about the effects this bill will …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 19th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from our public affairs program, Bring It On. The program discusses Covid-19 mitigation efforts by the Monroe County Community School Corporation. It focuses on the controversies surrounding Covid-19 vaccination and mandatory masking policies within schools. That’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 18th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Kade Young speaks with Executive Director of New Hope for Families Emily Pike about a new homeless shelter and child care center, which is set to be completed by the end of this year. That’s coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 17th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Producer Michael Glab speaks with Dave Askins of the B-Square Bulletin, during an excerpt from Big Talk – a one-on-one interview program with different guests each week, learning about their lives, their hopes, and their accomplishments. In today’s excerpt, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 16th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where we pose questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community issues. More coming up in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 12th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Prescription for Healthcare – a monthly segment dedicated to increasing the understanding of healthcare issues for the WFHB listening community through interviews with and commentary from medical and community experts. That’s coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 11th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Bruce Kettler, Director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, about grant funding for farmers impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. That’s coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 10th, 2021. Later in the program, we revisit a feature from WFHB Correspondent Tilly Robinson about the state of Indiana restarting federal pandemic unemployment benefits – despite Governor Eric Holcomb’s attempts to end them earlier this summer. That’s coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 9th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Brianna Devin covers a story of community activism in the face of environmental catastrophe. Devin speaks with professor and journalist Steve Higgs and community activist Linda Greene about the history of PCB contamination in Bloomington. More in today’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, August 5th, 2021. Later in the program, Human Rights Activist Vauhxx Booker condemned felony charges against him related to a racist incident at Lake Monroe over one year ago. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Bloomington City Council presented ordinances for the annexation of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, August 4th, 2021. Later in the program, Indiana will receive 1 million dollars in federal money to deal with ramifications of the opioid crisis. WFHB Correspondent Robert Robinson has that story in the bottom half of tonight’s show. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, August 3rd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell reports on both the City of Bloomington and the Monroe County perspectives on annexation. Campbell has spent weeks conducting interviews and reporting on the city’s effort to annex 10,000 acres of Monroe County land. Today’s feature, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, August 2nd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton in our segment, A Few Minutes with the Mayor. In today’s episode, Mayor Hamilton discusses new Covid-19 protocols. More coming up in the bottom half of the program. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 29th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell concludes his series of Bloomington annexation. You will hear from both the city and county on their respective concerns regarding annexation. That’s coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 28th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Allison Kuehr, Communications & Public Relations Manager for the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, about scholarship and stipend opportunities for student teachers. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 27th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Tilly Robinson reports on the state of Indiana reinstating federal unemployment benefits despite Governor Eric Holcomb’s attempts to shut the program down. That’s coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 26th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton, in today’s edition of a Few Minutes with the Mayor. More coming up in the bottom half of tonight’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, we revisit two stories from WFHB Correspondents Max Campbell and Robert Robinson on Bloomington annexation and a lawsuit filed against Indiana University over its vaccine mandate. More in the bottom half of our show. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 21st, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Interchange. Host Doug Storm discusses social rights as human rights with philosopher Kimberly Brownlee. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have a classic edition of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 20th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell speaks with Margaret Clements, member of the Monroe County Residents Against Annexation, in a new installment of an ongoing series on the city of Bloomington’s effort to annex about 10,000 acres of Monroe County land. More …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 19th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton, in today’s edition of a Few Minutes with the Mayor. Jacobson tackles local issues ranging from affordable housing to the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds. All that …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 15th, 2021 Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters. Our guest today is Jennifer Haan, lead volunteer for the Indiana Chapter of Moms Demand Action. More coming up …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 14th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Robert Robinson speaks with Julie Garrett, Public Affairs Specialist at the Small Business Administration, about a loan available for Monroe County renters, homeowners, and business owners seeking financial relief due to the flooding last month. That’s coming up …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 13th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell filed a report on the meeting of the Monroe County councilors and the Monroe County Board of Commissioners who just met for the second time to discuss the county’s comprehensive criminal justice report. That’s coming up …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, July 12th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – where WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on issues in our community. More coming up in the bottom half of tonight’s program. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 8th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Prescription for Healthcare – a podcast collaboration between WFHB and Medicare for All Indiana. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up, we have coverage on Envision Ellettsville – a local initiative …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, July 7th, 2021. Later in the program, you will hear about the Envision Ellettsville project – a volunteer-led initiative with a focus on the future of the town of Ellettsville. In today’s feature report, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Christa Curtis, co-chair of the Envision …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, July 6th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with freelance writer, Susan Brackney, about a video she produced voicing opposition to the City of Bloomington’s proposed annexation. More coming up in the bottom half of today’s program. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, July 1st, 2021 Later in the program, WFHB News covers the impact of the flood on Bloomington businesses and community organizations. Correspondents Robert Robinson and Kade Young report that local organizations are still grappling with the effects of the deadly flooding several weeks ago. Two areas that …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 30th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Bloomington Parks and Recreation Director, Paula McDevitt, about reopening Old State Road 37 which runs through Lower Cascades Park. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 29th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell reports on a recently completed study on the criminal justice system in Monroe County. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Artbeat – a monthly segment …
Local fiber artist Linda Boyle talks with Dr. Filiz Cicek about the Bloomington Spinners & Weavers Fiber Arts Guild’s‘ brand new space at the Simon Mall and their new upcoming workshops and programs.
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 28th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton in our weekly segment – A Few Minutes with the Mayor. That’s coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Monroe County …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 24th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters in Bloomington-Monroe County. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021. Later in the program, Perry Township is offering temporary relief for residents who no longer have a place to stay due to flooding over the weekend. In today’s feature reports, you will hear from Dan Combs, Perry Township Trustee, about the township’s effort to …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell covers a webinar from Common Cause Indiana on voting rights and redistricting in the Hoosier state. That’s coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB Correspondent Robert Robinson reports …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 21st, 2021 Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson speaks with Mayor John Hamilton on community issues in today’s edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor. Today’s questions revolve around flooding over the weekend in Bloomington. More coming up in today’s feature …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 17th, 2021 Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell speaks with two organizers of the Bloomington Renters’ Association – Andrew Guenther and Vauhxx Booker. The Bloomington Renter’s Association is an organization intended to be an alternative to the current homeowner-dominated neighborhood associations that can be …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 15th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from last night’s airing of Bring It On – our Black public affairs program here on WFHB. Tonight’s excerpt will feature up-and-coming activists from the voters’ rights advocacy group, Count Us In Indiana. More coming up …
This is the WFHB Local News for June 14th, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson poses questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community-related issues. In today’s segment Jacobson asks Mayor Hamilton about overnight military testing in Bloomington …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 9th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB correspondent Max Campbell provides updates on how Monroe County is approaching the city of Bloomington’s annexation plans. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, volunteers from Bloomington’s chapter of the advocacy …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, June 7th, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where we pose questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton on community-related issues. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next half hour, last …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, June 3rd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Robert Robinson spoke with Thomas Alcamo, the EPA’s Remedial Project Manager, about the EPA’s latest announcement that it will remove three Bloomington-area Superfund sites from its National Priorities List. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Partisan Gardens – a locally-grown, monthly public affairs program on WFHB focusing on food systems. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have Better Beware – …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, June 1st, 2021. Later in the program, BloomingOUT hosts Melanie Davis and Justin Robertson talk to Heather Carpenter-Smith and Jo Bean about organizing the Greenwood PRIDE Block Party, the city’s first ever PRIDE event. More coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, May 27th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Sophie Hall filed a report titled “A Bright Future for Energy in Indiana” which features experts weighing in on the transition to solar energy in light of Duke Energy’s 180 million dollar solar investment. That’s coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 26th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Robert Robinson filed a report on Indiana’s decision to end federal pandemic unemployment benefits. To provide perspective on this, Robinson talked to Dr. Joshua Bernstein, Assistant Professor of Economics at Indiana University. More coming up in today’s feature …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 25th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Benedict Jones spoke with Pat East, Executive Director for the Dimension Mill, a coworking space and business incubator here in Bloomington. Part I aired last week, and today you will hear Part II in the bottom half of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 24th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where we ask Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton questions on community issues. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 19th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Benedict Jones spoke with Pat East, Executive Director for the Dimension Mill, here in Bloomington. East discussed the work he does for the Mill, and he also touched on an award the city received for being a Rising …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 18th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell reports on the City of Bloomington’s resumed effort to annex roughly 10,000 acres of Monroe County land. You’ll hear more from State Senator Shelli Yoder among others in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 17th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton answers listener-posed questions on community issues. That’s coming up in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in the next …
Good afternoon. This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 11th, 2021 Later in the program, WFHB News spoke over Zoom with Raheem Elmore and Christina Elem, the two artists who designed the Black Lives Matter Street mural on Sixth Street earlier this month. Elmore and Elem walk through what this public art installation …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 10th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Jake Jacobson interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton in our weekly segment – A Few Minutes with the Mayor. Today’s questions revolve around local Covid-19 restrictions and the housing market in Bloomington. More in today’s feature reports. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, May 5th, 2021. Later in the program, we will hear from Brett Voorhies, President of the Indiana American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, about a report which shows an increase of workplace fatalities in Indiana. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming …
Good afternoon. This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, May 4th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from the May edition of the Brown County Hour – a monthly arts and culture program from the hills of Brown County. In today’s excerpt, host Dave Seastrom speaks with local musician Kenan Rainwater …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, May 3rd, 2021. Later in the program, we have a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton answers questions on community issues. More coming up in our feature reports. Also coming up in the next half hour, we have coverage …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 29th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from this week’s episode of Interchange. Producer Doug Storm talks with journalist Vincent Bevins about his book The Jakarta Method: Washington’s Anticommunist Crusade and the Mass Murder Program that Shaped Our World. More coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 28th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB News speaks with Alex Crowley, Director of Economic & Sustainable Development with the City of Bloomington and member of the Board of Directors for the Lake Monroe Water Fund. More on that in today’s feature report. Also coming up …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 27th, 2021. Later in the program, in the aftermath of the FedEx shooting in Indianapolis, our correspondent Max Campbell interviewed an expert source on gun control and the President of the Sikh Student Association at Indiana University. Campbell submitted that story last week. In today’s show, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 26th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of a Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where listeners pose questions to Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton. More in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, the Indiana …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Max Campbell reports on last week’s mass shooting in Indianapolis. He speaks with Indiana University Professor and former Mayor of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Bill Helmke and President of the Sikh Student Association Ravleen Kaur Ahuja. More in today’s …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 21st, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from our public affairs program, Interchange, a show that questions how we understand ourselves. Today’s excerpt comes from last week’s show, “Mr. Trotter, the President, and the Klan with Kerri Greenidge.” More in today’s feature report. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 20th, 2021. Later in the program, we turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for an interview with Dave Askins, the founder and writer for the B Square Beacon. Askins spoke about the Bloomington Plan Commission vote last month to recommend that the City Council adopt the …
This is the WFHB Local News for April 19th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton answers listener-posed questions on community issues. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 15th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Civic Conversations – our podcast collaboration between WFHB and the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. Today’s episode covers tribalism with Professor of Political Science Marjorie Hershey at Indiana University. More …
Good afternoon. This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 14th, 2021. Later in the program, we report on Indiana University being awarded $8 million to host a competition aimed to develop better technology to track first responders. WFHB News spoke with David Wild, a professor in the IU Luddy School of Informatics, Computing …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, April 13th, 2021. Later in the program, we turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for the second part of an interview with Jonah Furman on Covid-19 outbreaks at Bloomington’s Catalant Covid-19 Vaccine Factory. Stay tuned to hear the interview in today’s feature reports. Also coming up in …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 12th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where Mayor John Hamilton answers listener-posed questions on community issues. Today, Jake Jacobson, our new assistant news director, interviews Director of Public Engagement Mary …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, April 7th, 2021. Later in the program, we turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for an interview with Jonah Furman on Covid-19 outbreaks at Bloomington’s Catalant Covid-19 Vaccine Factory. Stay tuned to hear the interview in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, April 5th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Sydney Foreman interviews Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton in our weekly segment – A Few Minutes with the Mayor. A Few Minutes with the Mayor features listener-posed questions to Mayor Hamilton on community issues. More in today’s feature report. …
En nuestro programa de hoy, tuvimos como invitado al Dr. Juan Acosta de IU Health-Bloomington para hablarnos de la importancia que es la vacuna COVID19 para proteger a si mismo, su familia, amigos/as, y la nación en general. Además, también contesta todas sus preguntas, dudas y más. Dr. Acosta ha practicado medicina por muchos, muchos …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, April 1st, 2021. This week, we present a four-part WFHB News Special where we revisit the stories we covered over the last year. We selected four areas of reporting, which include: Homelessness in Bloomington, the Coronavirus Pandemic, Social Justice Reporting and the Environmental Edition. In our fourth …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 31st, 2021. This week, we present a four-part WFHB News Special where we revisit the stories we covered over the last year. We selected four areas of reporting, which include: Homelessness in Bloomington, the Coronavirus Pandemic, Social Justice Reporting and the Environmental Edition. In our third …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 29th 2021. This week, we present a four-part WFHB News Special where we revisit the stories we covered over the last year. We selected four areas of reporting, which include: Homelessness in Bloomington, the Coronavirus Pandemic, Social Justice Reporting and the Environmental Edition. In our first …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 25th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from the latest edition of Bring It On – Indiana’s only weekly radio program committed to exploring the people, issues and events impacting the African-American community. Clarence Boone and William Hosea talk with Dr. Jeff Hauswald, …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 24th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from last week’s edition of Big Talk. Producer Michael Glab speaks with author Laurie Borman whose work “1oo% American’ Hate Groups, Christian Nationalism, and the Indiana KKK,” was recently published in the Limestone Post. Glab says …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 23rd, 2021. Later in the program, we turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for a report on newly proposed state education bills that would take money from public schools and give it to private schools. Stay tuned to hear the interview. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly interview segment with Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton, where we ask him listener-posed questions on community issues. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 18th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Civic Conversations, a podcast collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Bloomington and Monroe County. The League is a nonpartisan, grassroots, citizen-led organization that has fought since 1920 to improve our government and …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 17th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from Bring It On, our public affairs program committed to exploring the people, issues and events impacting the African-American community. Today’s excerpt comes from a two-part series about the impact of COVID-19 on the black community …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 16th, 2021. In today’s show, WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty interviews Monroe County Education President, Paul Farmer. Farmer speaks about the recent Blackout For Ed. teacher protest, in which teachers wore black to bring attention to newly proposed state bills that they say would underfund public schools. …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 15th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – our weekly segment where we ask Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton listener-posed questions on community issues. More coming up in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 11th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of our podcast, Prescription for Healthcare, hosted by Dr. Rob Stone and Karen Green-Stone. Our guest is Dr. Stan Houston, a professor of medicine and public health, and specialist in infectious diseases at the University …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 10th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from last week’s edition of Interchange – our public affairs program that gets to the questions that have shaped how we understand ourselves. The excerpt comes from a program titled UBI and Utopia: Part Two of …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 9th, 2021 Later in the program, we turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for an interview with State Senator Shelli Yoder. She voiced her support to teachers who say that newly proposed bills would grossly underfunded public schools. Stay tuned to hear the interview. Also coming …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 8th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor – a weekly segment where Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton answers listener-posed questions on community issues. WFHB Assistant News Director Sydney Foreman has more in today’s feature reports. Also …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, March 4th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from our public affairs program, BloomingOUT – one of the nation’s longest-running LGBTIQ focused radio shows. In today’s excerpt, you will hear from Melinda and Carol – special guests from Just Married, a podcast hosted by …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from the latest edition of Kite Line – a radio program devoted to prison issues around the Midwest and beyond. Today’s excerpt focuses on a North Dakota activist who was recently released after nearly 3 weeks …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021. Later in the program, we’ll turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for part two of an interview with Claire Frohman and Frankie Figeuroa. They are the founders of Fauna, a new Bloomington-based skin care company, which aims to make local, sustainable, and healthy skin …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 1st, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Assistant News Director Sydney Foreman speaks with Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton in our weekly segment – A Few Minutes with the Mayor. Also coming up in the next half hour, we revisit a segment submitted by WFHB Correspondent Katherine …
Local artist and activist Rob Stone talks with Dr.Cicek about exploring democracy and the citizenship from ancient Greeks to United States America, in his paintings.
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, February 25th, 2021. Later in the program, we have an excerpt from our public affairs program, Interchange. Today’s excerpt comes from the show titled “Frankenstein’s Children: Science, Politics, and Fiction after Mary Shelley.” Our guest is Eileen Hunt Botting, Professor of Political Science at the University of …
At 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, the Bloomington City Council committee-of-the-whole will discuss Ordinance 21-06, which would add protections for community members experiencing homelessness. Highlights of the bill include at least a 15-day notice and sufficient housing requirements before the city can evict a person living in a camp. The new bill comes after the office …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, February 24th, 2021. Later in the program, the Bloomington City Council committee of the whole will discuss a proposed ordinance that would provide protections for community members experiencing homelessness tonight at 6:30 p.m. WFHB News Director Kade Young speaks with Reverend Forrest Gilmore, executive director of Beacon …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, February 23rd, 2021. Later in the program, we’ll turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for an interview with Claire Frohman and Frankie Figeuroa. They are the founders of Fauna, a new Bloomington-based skin care company, which aims to make local, sustainable, and healthy skin care products. Stay …
This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, February 22nd, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of A Few Minutes with the Mayor. In today’s segment, we ask listener-posed questions to Deputy Mayor Mick Renneisen on community issues. More on that in today’s feature report. Also coming up in the next …
This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, February 18th, 2021. Later in the program, we have the latest edition of Civic Conversations – a podcast collaboration between the League of Women Voters and WFHB. In the February installment, host Jim Allison speaks with Susan Williams, Professor of Law at the Mauer School of Law …
This is the WFHB Local News for Wednesday, February 17th, 2021. Later in the program, WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty spoke with Katie Blaire, the Director of Advocacy and Public Policy at the ACLU of Indiana, to discuss anti-riot bills that were recently proposed in the Indiana State Legislature. Critics of the bills say that they …
This is the WFHB Local News for Tuesday, February 16th, 2021. Later in the program, we’ll turn to WFHB Correspondent Aaron Comforty, for part three of a panel discussion he hosted on the proposed zoning changes in the City’s new Unified development Ordinance. The zoning changes have been the source of significant and contentious local …