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Karl Swenson knows the difficulties inherent in the transition from military to civilian culture experienced by returning veterans. As a veteran himself, he experienced many of the same issues upon re-entering his civilian life after serving in Vietnam a half-century ago. It was a recognition of those shared experiences that lead him to be a volunteer mentor in the Monroe …

In this episode, Monroe County Veteran’s Service Officer Mary Elftman tells the story of Andrew Ferguson, the only African-American Revolutionary War veteran buried in Indiana. Support for The Bicentennial Journal and WFHB comes from Monroe County and Visit Bloomington. More information about Monroe County’s Bicentennial is available on their website.  

Hosts William Hosea Liz Mitchell, and Clarence Boone speak with T.C. Costley and Robert Winston about black veterans and the outcomes of the 2014 midterm elections. PART ONE A 2015 interview with Hosts William Hosea and Liz Mitchell with T.C. Costley, past National President of the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers Motorcycle Club and co-founder & National President of …

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 …

In this episode of the Bicentennial Journal, Mary Elftman talks about the experiences of World War I soldiers from Bloomington and Monroe County. Support for The Bicentennial Journal and WFHB comes from Monroe County and Visit Bloomington. More information about Monroe County’s Bicentennial is available on their website.

On November 11th, veterans from multiple generations and wars gathered at the Bell Trace Senior Living Community to talk about war and how it has changed over time. Panelists ranged from age 35 to age 95. The veterans discussed how communication, education, and technology has changed in the military over the years. The audio in this episode is courtesy of …

On November 5, four Vietnam Veterans sat on a panel at the Monroe County History Center and discussed their service along with why Vietnam is still important today. Local Vietnam veterans included Phil Zook, Cathy Peacock, Jim Kryway, and Jim Follette. Veteran and filmmaker Ron Osgood moderated the panel. Panelists will discuss their time abroad along with what it was …

Nationwide there are more than 21.5 million veterans, many of whom struggle with PTSD, brain injury or trauma, and drug and alcohol addictions. This combination sometimes leads to problems as veterans reintegrate into civilian life, and some find themselves in court. Monroe County Chief Probation Officer Linda Brady has secured a $64,000 grant from the Indiana Judicial Center to fund …

The Bloomington Utilities Service Center won’t be LEED certified anytime soon; In other news from the Utilities Department, Bloomington’s water quality coordinator is optimistic that the city has got its problem with disinfectant byproducts under control; Bloomington PRIDE is holding a candlelight vigil tonight to honor the victims of the mass shooting at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando; Last week, …