Public Affairs

On today’s edition of Bring It On!, hosts, Clarence Boone and Ane Jenkins, speak with Troy T. Thomas, Jr., the founder and lead vocalist for Trumusiq. He is here today to promote an upcoming evening of inspirational and uplifting entertainment, food, music, and fun at the “Moments of Truth” Mental Health Gala and Awards Program scheduled for Dec. 2nd, at …

During the holidays many local non-profits need to “fill the gap” created when their regular volunteers are out of town or busy with family. Michelle Moss with the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network has a special page on the BVN website where you can sign up to make a big difference without a big commitment. Activate! is a partnership between …

Mayor John Hamilton, along with Josefa Madrigal Chief of Staff, and Cynthia Roberts from Cuba Amistad, share with Hola Bloomington about their recent trip to Bloomington Sister Cities: Posoltega in Nicaragua, and Santa Clara and Cuba, and share some remarks and highlights that show the deep relationship that Bloomington has with these cities.

This month on Civic Conversations, we are joined by Health Officer Dr. Clark Brittain and Board Member George Hegeman of the Monroe County Health Department Board.  In our discussion, we discussed the Health Department’s role and numerous services. With the recent legislative allocations towards Indiana public health, Dr. Brittain talked about the amounts received and how that money would be spent …

Her two books thus far have reflected her passions. After visiting Russia as a 16 year-old and becoming a devoted Russophile, Tristra went on to pen the epic historical fantasy “The Tomb and the Stone,” set in Siberia. Recently, she’s become entranced by the 19th century Indiana utopian outpost, New Harmony. Fittingly, her new book is set partly there. It’s …

This is a rebroadcast from May 30, 2021: In today’s edition of Bring It On!, hosts, Clarence Boone and Liz Mitchell, talk about the history of black women in the military. From the Revolutionary War to present-day conflicts, women have proudly served in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard as nurses, pilots, engineers, soldiers and other specialties. …

Growing up in Bloomington Annalise Haldeman always thought of Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard as a food pantry, but these days “The Hub” is so much more. Haldeman talks about this food resource center and how vital volunteers are to building community food security. Activate! is a partnership between WFHB and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, working together to build a …

El alcalde de Bloomington, John Hamilton y su equipo de trabajo, así como representantes de CubaAmistad como Cynthia Roberts, visitaron la Ciudad hermana de Bloomington en Cuba, Santa Clara. Durante esta visita tuvieron la oportunidad de conocer los sitios más emblemáticos de Santa Clara como el memorial del Che Guevara, la Escuela Profesional de Arte Samuel Feijó, la Universidad Central …

Today, our guest speaker is Carlos Arturo Bedoya, and the host is Jose Viloria, the Venezuelan DJ from Hora Latina. Carlos is a Colombian musician who shares with us his life story and his passion for music. He also talks about his transition to the USA in 2009 and the significance of holding on to his Latino values.

His business card reads “Entertainer.” More specifically, Tim Reed is a composer, pianist, actor, writer, and piano & voice teacher. He’s putting on a big show Saturday, November 11, 2023 at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater featuring performances by him, his friends, his students, and even members of the Indiana University ballet. The family-friendly program will include music, stories, and skits. Reed …