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Updated: September 22 -
This summer a new wheelhouse was completed at Dred Scott Playfield. -
Updated: September 22 -
In 1971, in tribute to Dred Scott’s place in the history of Minnesota and the nation, the Bloomington City Council named the 50-acre park complex at 10820 Bloomington Ferry Road the Dred Scott Playfield. -
Updated: September 22 -
The City is forecasting a budget shortfall of $6 – 7 million in 2021 due to revenue losses from COVID-19. -
Updated: September 22 -
The coronavirus pandemic has created the largest economic downturn since 2008’s Great Recession. -
Updated: September 22 -
During the general election on Tuesday, November 3, residents will have the opportunity to vote on City-organized solid waste collection and ranked choice voting. -
Updated: September 22 -
Two in Custody Following a Bloomington Home Invasion -
Updated: September 21 -
On November 3, Bloomington voters can vote on ranked-choice voting as well as garbage and recycling collection. -
Updated: September 17 -
We are very pleased to hear of Penn Lake Roast Beef’s reopening. The City is heartened to hear of Kevan’s recovery and wishes him well. This is a great example of the resilience of our community. -
Updated: September 17 -
Bee listed as endangered species found at Bloomington Civic Plaza -
Updated: September 16 -
Bloomington residents can vote early by mail for the general election by submitting an absentee ballot.