John Tilford scolded revelers during yesterday’s Fourth of July parade and celebrations, on the courthouse square in downtown Bloomington. In particular, Tilford admonished low voter turnout in Monroe county’s primary. Nineteen percent of registered voters cast ballots in that primary election, in Monroe County. Tilford did not get the chance to finish his comments, yesterday; The nearly 40-year career military …
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Daily Local News – July 5, 2018
Shalom Community Center’s Reverend Forrest Gilmore says his organization is seeing a marked reduction in overdose deaths among clients this year, over last year; The City of Bloomington Utilities is performing fire hydrant maintenance, beginning today and continuing through tomorrow, July 6th; Commuters along the highway 37/ I 69 corridor will face increased traffic restrictions. FEATURE: John Tilford scolded revelers during yesterday’s …
Read More »Voices in the Street: Independence Day
Yesterday was the fourth of July, a time to honor the birth of our nation and reflect on what patriotism means. Voices in the Street asked your friends and neighbors what Independence Day means to you. Voices in the Street is produced by Community Radio, WFHB. This week’s episode was produced by, Jenna Jankowski.
Read More »Better Beware – Advance Fee Loans, Protection Rackets, Fireworks Safety
Celebrate your personal independence by staying away from scams, like advance-fee loans and ransomware protection rackets. And stay safe with the fireworks, OK? Credits: Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.
Read More »Voices in the Street: “How did you spend independence day?”
Tuesday’s 4th of July holiday boasted splendid weather and the opportunity to watch Bloomington’s annual downtown parade. Voices in the Street has asked how you spent independence day and if you attended the parade what you liked most about it.
Read More »Veterans Reflect On Independence Day
Yesterday, as citizens marked the 241st anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, WFHB stopped by Bloomington’s branch of the Veterans of Foreign Wars to talk with military families about the holiday. Reporter Arjun Balasundaram brings us that story for today’s WFHB community report.
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