Bloom Archives
Category: Columns
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Editor’s Message: Silence of the Lambs
By now, I think you know the lambs I’m talking about—our say-nothing, do-nothing congressmen Sen. Mike Braun, Sen. Todd Young, and Rep. Trey Hollingsworth.
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Guest Column: The Way of Imagination
When I visit elementary schools, I tell the children they possess two superpowers, and their eyes open wide. You’re exercising one of those powers…
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Guest Column: University-Community Partnership Remains Strong
One year ago, on the heels of celebrations of the 200th anniversaries of the founding of Monroe County and the city of Bloomington, Indiana…
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Guest Column: The Work We’re Called to Do Now
Bloomington’s identity is bound up in our local organizations, in the rich array of nonprofit agencies, and in our small and locally owned businesses.
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Editor’s Message: Staying Upbeat in a Pandemic
It’s not easy to stay upbeat in a pandemic. But when the news gets me down, I keep my spirits up by focusing on…
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Money Matters: Enlist Local Expertise When Starting a Business
Business ownership is heavily romanticized thanks to legends of billionaires who started their companies in garages. While those are interesting stories, they are by…
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Bloomington & Vine: Keep It Fine, Cellar Your Wine
Where do you keep that special bottle of wine, the one gifted on your birthday or brought back from a European vacation? It’s probably…
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Globe-Trotting with Brooke Bierhaus: Finding Community in Yoga Classes Around the World
Staying active while traveling isn’t always easy, especially when work and travel coincide. A long walk or a quick run are my favorite ways…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Beers with Sunny Orange Flavors
Usually, citrus character in beer comes from American hops like Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe, and Citra, but since I am not a big fan of…