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Noon Edition is a weekly radio program inviting your participation on news and issues facing the southern and central Indiana community
2023
Noon Edition is a weekly radio program inviting your participation on news and issues facing the southern and central Indiana community
2023
Join hosts Bob and Lucas talk with Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson about the upcoming year.
On this week’s Noon Edition, we’ll talk about the U.S.’s changing policy and how Ukrainian communities in Indiana are affected.
This week on Noon Edition we’ll talk with the deans of IU’s College of Arts and Sciences to hear more about IU’s new initiative.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with experts from Exodus the Bloomington Support Network and IU to get their insights on Bloomington's refugee programs.
This week on Noon Edition we’ll discuss the closure of Kirkwood and what local residents can expect.
This week on Noon Edition we’ll talk with Markay Winston, the MCCSC superintendent and April Hennessy, school board president, to discuss issues facing the system.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with experts to discuss changes to diversity, equity and inclusion programs in Indiana.
In this special Noon Edition, our panelists will discuss books for all ages, from children’s books to adult thrillers.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with curators and the director of the museum to learn more about each exhibit and the process of converting the museum.
This week, we'll speak to economists with the IU Kelley School of Business about Indiana's financial outlook.
This week on Noon Edition, we will talk about fascism and the potential for next week’s election to change our system of government. Experts in political science and a representative of the group Defense of Democracy will join us.
This week on Noon Edition, we will talk with representatives of Indiana’s Chamber and childcare professionals.
Join WFIU's Noon Edition host Bob Zaltsberg and a panel of guests for a discussion about the upcoming general election, key races in the state, and issues important to Hoosiers.
This Friday on Noon Edition, we'll talk with Bloomington's mayor and local service providers about their strategies to address homelessness in the community.
This week, we’ll talk with realtors and experts about the housing market and factors influencing it.
This Friday on Noon Edition, we will talk with experts about the significance of a no confidence vote and the future of higher education.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie as they talk with the winners of this year's Spring Crossroads Pitch Competition at the Mill
Join host Bob Zaltsberg as he talks with guests at the Wonderlab Musuem about the upcoming solar eclipse.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie talk with experts about why fewer Indiana students are opting to go to college.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie talk with guests about the proposed merger between Childs and Templeton and what impacts it could have.
Join hosts Bob and Sara as they talk with experts about the best ways to start and manage your gardens all year long.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie as they speak with guests about HB 1412 and what it will mean for pet store owners in Indiana.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie speak with guests about the Crossroads Pitch Competition and the business scene in Bloomington.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie speak with lawmakers and experts about the proposed bill and Indiana's literacy issues.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie as they talk with experts about Indiana's Wetlands and the proposed bills being discussed at the statehouse.
Join hosts Bob and Lucas talk with newly elected city council members about the year ahead.
Join hosts Bob and George talk with legal and political experts about some major Supreme Court decisions this year.
Join hosts Bob and Sara as they talk with reporters about what to expect this year.
Listen to host Bob Zaltsberg talk with artificial intelligence experts about the current state of A.I. and potential concerns.
Join host Bob Zaltsberg talk with experts about the current state of global warming and what the future holds.
Join host Bob Zaltsberg talk with legal experts about the issue of attorney shortages in Indiana.
Join hosts Bob and Laurie talk with guests about shopping trends and how to shop for holidays
Join hosts Bob and Sara for a special live Noon Edition discussing the role of private equity in local news
Tune in to a special live Noon Edition out of Terre Haute
Listen to our hosts talk with guests about the passing of legendary IU basketball coach Bobby Knight
Listen to host Bob Zaltsberg talk with guests about the proposed MCCSC referendum before the November ballot
Listen to hosts Bob and Laurie talk with experts about mental health, mental health funding, and suicide rates among Indiana young adults and teens.
Listen to hosts Bob and George talk with guests about the current conflict in Israel and the Gaza Strip.
Listen to hosts Bob and Joe speak with political experts about the firing of Speaker Kevin McCarthy, the ongoing trials with Donald Trump, and more.
Listen to hosts Bob and Laurie talk with guests about the new structure of college athletics and the effect on Big Ten student athletes.
Join us this Friday, as we will talk with experts about the current state of the economy and potential concerns.
Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the effects social media has on children.
Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the current state of homelessness in Monroe County, the new tent ban, and more.
Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the results and the plans to improve.
Join us this Friday, as we will talk with Erik Coyne about his new position and what’s in store for the future of Ivy Tech Bloomington.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the proposal.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the new laws affecting schools, remaining concerns and more.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the Supreme Court’s rulings.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about voucher numbers, the expansion of the program, concerns, and more.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about these numbers, impacts from the rulings, and more.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about these numbers, ways to increase happiness, and more.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with experts about the recent weather effects and air quality in Indiana.
Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the split of the 53-year-old campus and what to expect in the upcoming years.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with lawmakers about these new laws taking effect next month.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with law experts about these pending cases and the impacts these rulings could have.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with financial experts about the actions taken to avoid default and an economic crisis.
No one agency is responsible for protecting the lake. But one group that’s helping is Friends of Lake Monroe, which has developed the Lake Monroe Watershed Management Plan focused on improving water quality.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with IU Bloomington Provost Rahul Shrivastav about the strategic plan and steps for implementation.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the life and achievements of Menahem Pressler.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with members of the institute about its research, mission, and future projects.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about this defamation case, media law, the departures of Carlson and Lemon, and other related issues.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about Russia’s and China’s ties, what impacts it will have on the war in Ukraine, global economic impacts, and other related issues.
Join us this Friday, as we talk with guests about this new data on U.S life expectancy and related issues.
Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the indictment and arrest of former President Trump.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the best ways to start and manage your garden all season long.
Join us this Friday as we talk with finance experts about the ongoing issue of the debt ceiling and arguments about it in Congress.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about both team’s winning seasons, their NCAA tournament chances, and more.
Join us this Friday on Noon Edition as we talk with guests about the discussions for the new jail site, issues with the current jail, and more.
Join us this Friday, as WFIU hosts a special live broadcast of Noon Edition at the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Affairs about the effects of the war in Ukraine in light of the one-year mark of Russia's invasion.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the recent earthquake in Turkey and Syria, relief plans, updates, and more.
Join us this Friday as we talk with public health experts about the event at the statehouse, ways to stay healthy, and more.
Join us this Friday as we talk with Indiana legislators about what Hoosiers should expect for 2023.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about concerns, the positives, and the future of artificial intelligence in the world as we know it.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about disability hiring rates, new opportunities for people with disabilities, and more.
Join us this Friday as we discuss with health experts about how to stick to your New Year's resolutions.
Join us this Friday as we talk with reporters and editors from all over Indiana about the past year and what to look for in 2023.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about end-of-life doulas and what they do.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about climate change, what the U.S. is doing to help, and more.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the current state of the business landscape.
Tune in to this week's Noon Edition to hear our guests talk about what their organizations plan to do for the holiday.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about last week's midterms.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the Supreme Court's discussion of potentially removing race-based admissions from schools.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the rise of mortgage rates in Indiana and the U.S. and what new homeowners should know.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the upcoming elections and everything Indiana residents should know.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about Covid-19 numbers, new variants, and potential concerns.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the potential addition of online casinos in Indiana in 2023.
Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about household debt in Indiana and what residents should know.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the history of Title IX and IU's role.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the Kinsey Institute at IU, its history, and its impact.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the Monroe Convention Center's expansion and the struggles between Monroe county and the City of Bloomington to make a deal.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the college debt relief bill.
Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about students going back to school and any concerns they may have.
Join us this Friday as we talk with President Whitten about her first year and more.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the special session, bills passed, and more.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about what to look for with monkeypox and COVID-19.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about what Indiana will decide on abortion.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the future of college athletics.
Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about this merger and how it will affect performing arts in Bloomington.
Join us as we talk with our guests about natural medicine, its effects, and how its used for medical purposes.
Join us this Friday on Noon Edition as we cover new laws and how they will affect Indiana residents with our guests.
So far, at least 865 people have been charged for their role in storming the Capitol.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about recent events surrounding the IU Graduate Workers Coalition's request to be recognized as a labor union by the university.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about gun violence and prevention in the context of recent mass shootings.
Join us this week as we talk with our guests about how the pandemic has affected mental health issues and resources available.
Join us this week as we talk with local high school graduates from the class of 2022 about their plans for the future.
Join us this week as we talk with local experts on housing and the economy about the rising value of homes in Monroe County, and what it means for residents.
Join us this week as we talk with service providers and researchers about increased reports of domestic violence in Central Indiana during the pandemic.
The tax hike would generate about $18 million in annual revenue for the City of Bloomington, $11.4 million for Monroe County, and $1.4 million for Ellettsville.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about the UN Climate Report, what to make of the information, and what it means for Hoosiers.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about tips for getting your garden ready for spring, and how to take care of your houseplants.
Join us this week as we talk with local businesses and economic experts about ways business is adjusting to dropping cases.
Join us this week as we talk with advocates and leaders in Monroe County about progress made for Hoosiers with disabilities, what still needs to be done, and changes coming to Stone Belt.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about declines in COVID-19 numbers and what that could mean for public health response.
Join us this week as we talk with guests how the state of public education in Indiana– following pandemic response and the 2022 legislative session.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about Black history and culture in Indiana and Monroe County.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about declining college enrollment.
Currently, about 120,000 Russian troops are along the border and could invade with little notice.
Listen in this week as we talk with guests about recent rises in prices and increased demand, and what that means for Hoosiers.
Join us this week as we talk with lawmakers and our statehouse reporter about what to expect from the 2022 legislative session.
Join us Friday to talk about continued efforts to provide housing and prevent homelessness.
This week, we'll take a look at some of 2021's biggest stories with regional news editors, and look ahead to the next year.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about cryptocurrency, and its role in the economy.
Join us Friday as we talk with guests about how the city is handling clean up after lead paint was scattered across a Bloomington neighborhood during a fire department training exercise.
As of Thursday, Hoosiers 5 and older can register for the COVID-19 vaccine at OurShot.IN.gov.
Rather than a $5,000 base pay increase for police officers, the mayor proposed $5,000 in retention bonuses to be paid across five quarters.
Join us this week and we talk with our guests about declining numbers of young people identifying as religious, while the number people who claim strong affiliation remains consistent.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with guests about the state redistricting process and the influence it will have on Hoosiers’ economic and political futures.
Tune in Friday as we talk with IU professors about conversations in Congress this week about the national debt ceiling.
In addition to being the first crew in space without a trained astronaut, Inspiration4 features the first Black female pilot of a spaceflight and the youngest American citizen to fly in space.
The events are the deadliest terrorist attack in history and destroyed more than $10 billion in property and infrastructure.
The city says benefits include policing, street maintenance, and access to Bloomington Transit. However, some county residents in annexation areas say their property taxes could increase significantly.
In recent weeks, more than 95,000 people have been evacuated, including 4,500 U.S citizens. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said more than 1,500 U.S. citizens remain in the country.
The State of Indiana reports breakthrough cases on a weekly basis. As of yesterday, more than 3,000,000 Hoosiers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and just under 10,000 of them experienced a breakthrough case. Less than 0.009 percent of them were hospitalized.
Counties are subject to the moratorium depending on CDC metrics reported daily. Monroe County is labeled a high level of community transmission.
Join us this week as we talk with guests about critical race theory and why it's been a topic of statewide and national discussion in recent months.
Join us this week as we talk with climate change and weather experts about recent extreme weather and climate change.
Join us this week as we talk with an educator, local school official, and education reporter about what comes next for Indiana schools after test results were released this month.
Join us this week as we talk about political experts and researchers about Indiana's 2011 redistricting, and what to expect from lines drawn by own lawmakers this fall.
Join us this week as we talk with wildlife experts about the mysterious illness infecting birds across Indiana and several other states.
Join us this week as we talk with public health experts and local health officials about COVID spread in the community and what threat variants could pose to keeping case rates low.
Join us this week as we talk with Sports Illustrated Executive Editor Jon Wertheim and IU Media School's Galen Clavio about the shifting culture in sports business and media.
Join us this week as we talk with people working in hospitality and local economic experts about what summer in Bloomington will look like.
Join us this week as we talk with experts on civil rights and the law about the Supreme Court of the United State's upcoming June decisions.
Join us this week as we talk with Indiana politician Jill Long Thompson and political experts about ethics and the future of democracy.
Join us this week at we talk with city officials about the multiplex amendment and discuss how it will affect residents.
Restaurants that survived the pandemic now face another, unexpected challenge: finding enough workers to fully reopen.
Join us this week as we talk with graduating high school seniors about their goals, plans for the future, and what it's like to finish school during a pandemic.
Join us as we talk with experts about the emergence of Brood X cicadas, which have been underground since 2004.
Join us this week as we talk with lawmakers about the 2021 legislative session.
Join us this week as we talk with political and public affairs experts about the Biden administration's first 100 days in office.
Join us this week as we talk with public health experts and healthcare workers about the effects of pausing use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine.
Join us this week as we talk with the Bloomington mayor, a local shelter leader, and policy expert about what needs to be done to improve housing availability for vulnerable people in the community.
Join us this week as we talk about the 7-Line, a protected bike lane set for construction in May. We'll also talk about potential changes to bus routes.
Join us this week as we talk about student learning loss during the pandemic and how it's being addressed.
Join us this week as we discuss what declining COVID case rates indicate and where we are in vaccine distribution.
Join us this week as we talk with scientists about the Perseverance rover and what we will discover about life on Mars from its exploration.
Join us this week as we talk about increases in drug overdoses during the pandemic and what action the state is taking.
Join us this week as we talk with school finance and education experts about bills addressing education this legislative session.
Join us this week as we talk about the prevalence of misinformation and how it affects us.
Join us this week as we talk about plans to redevelop the IU Bloomington Hospital site on Second and Rogers.
Join us this week as we talk with representatives about what we can expect from the 2021 legislative session.
This week, on Noon Edition, we’ll talk about the significance of this event and what it means for American politics.
Join us this week as we talk about the pro-Trump mob that stormed Capitol Hill as Congress met to confirm President-elect Joe Biden's victory.
This week, we took a look back at our 2020 coverage.
Join us this week as we talk about city response to encampments in public parks and local government's responsibility to keep people experiencing homelessness safe amid a pandemic.
Join us this week as we talk about federal death penalties that have been carried out this year and those scheduled to take place before the president-elect is sworn in.
Join us this week as we talk with health officials and experts about COVID-19 vaccine developments.
Join us this week for a prerecorded show as we talk with community leaders in the nonprofit and business sectors about how COVID-19 is affecting the economy heading into the winter months.
Join us this week as we talk about updates to Indiana's COVID-19 status and response.
Join us this week as we talk about Indiana's Republican supermajority in both the House and Senate, which has existed since 2012 and was guaranteed for another two years after elections last week.
Join us this week as we talk about following incoming national election results.
Join us this week as we talk about local response to COVID-19 increases in the state.
Join us this week as we discuss what to expect in the weeks leading up to Election Day.
Join us this week as we talk about how festivals have canceled or adapted because of the pandemic and how this will affect southern Indiana.
Join us this week as we talk about how schools are adapting to COVID-19.
Today we'll talk about President Donald Trump's announcement to nominate judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. We'll close the hour with an IU Health doctor, discussing how to prevent spread of COVID-19 as the state reopens.
Join us this week to talk about how IU Athletics is preparing for new rules that allow college athletes to profit from third-party deals.
Join us this week as we discuss COVID-19 positivity rates locally and statewide.
Join us this week as we talk about how COVID-19 has changed work life.
Join us this week as we discuss the 2021 city budget and initial hearings.
This week we're talking about the potential rise in evictions as financial struggles of the pandemic continue and the moratorium on evictions ends.
Join us this week as we talk about increased mail-in ballots and what options you have in Indiana.
Join us this week as we talk about IU Bloomington move-in plans and precautions for the fall semester.
Join us this week as we talk with health experts county officials about Indiana's efforts to prevent spread of COVID-19.
Join is this week as we discuss the significance of the three federal executions that took place last week at the U.S. Penitentiary in Terre Haute.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we talk with educators and MCCSC officials about plans for the 2020-2021 school year.
Join us this week as we talk with the IndyStar's investigative team about their work breaking the story on USA Gymnastics mishandling of sexual abuse cases, and the new documentary out on Netflix which follows their coverage.
Join us at noon as we revisit our November show hosted with a live audience. Recently, this show won a first-place prize for audience engagement from the Public Media Journalists Association.
Join us this week as we talk with local leaders and health experts about local plans to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
This week on Noon Edition, we’re talking about plans for the 2020 academic year for MCCSC and what’s being taken into consideration for the fall.
Join us this week as we talk about how COVID-19 has affected the way advocates and caregivers provide services and interact with residents.
Join us this week as we talk about recent protests and demonstrations and how to prevent further violence against the black community.
Join us this week as we speak with community leaders about the next steps for Monroe County in responding to COVID-19.
Join us this week as we talk to recent high school graduates about their plans and graduating in the time of COVID-19.
Join us this week as we talk about recent layoffs, furloughs, and cut pay for employees in the news industry.
Join us this week as we talk about concerns of domestic violence during quarantine.
Join us Monday as we discuss Gov. Holcomb's plans to reopen Indiana businesses and Monroe County's extended Emergency Health Declaration.
Join us this week as we discuss the possibility of Gov. Holcomb easing restrictions on "stay-at-home" order as it ends May 1.
Join us this week as we talk about what it looks like to work in medicine during COVID-19.
Join us this week as we talk about local efforts to mitigate harm COVID-19 will have to the economy.
Join us this week as we talk about what hospitals are doing to prepare to treat COVID-19 patients as numbers rise throughout the state.
Join us this week as we discuss how to cope with the stresses COVID-19 brings to day-to day life and planning for the future.
Join us this week as we discuss local government efforts to adjust to pressures the novel coronavirus has put on the community.
Join us this week as we given an update on the coronavirus in Indiana and what our health systems are doing to slow its spread.
Join us this week for an update on the coronavirus in the state and what Hoosiers can expect in the coming weeks.
Join us this week as we discuss a possible local income tax to create a Sustainability Investment Fund.
Join us this week as we talk about awareness of women's health needs as they age.
Join us this week as we talk about credit debt why Americans are having trouble paying it back on time.
Join us this week as we talk about modern trends in romantic commitment.
Join us this week as we talk about legislation that could make it illegal to hold a cell phone and drive.
Join us this week as we discuss the Coronavirus and how it's affecting dynamics on a global and local scale.
Join us this week as we discuss coming changes to bus routes in Bloomington and the city's transportation needs.
Join us this week as we discuss recent events between the U.S. and Iran following the killing of a high ranking Iranian military leader in a U.S. drone strike at Baghdad’s international airport.
Join us this week as we talk with Bloomington's four new city council members about their goals for 2020.
Join us this week as we review the 2019 Legislative Session and look ahead to 2020.
Tune in this week as our hosts talk with reporters and editors in the state about the top stories in Indiana for 2019.
With holiday spending hitting record highs this winter, join us this week as we discuss consumer habits and how retailers are adapting.
Join us this week as we talk to Indiana University President Michael McRobbie about IU's Bicentennial, which begins next month, and what's to come for the university.
Join us this week as we talk with members of the Regional Opportunity Initiatives about its progress and key areas of development in the Indiana Uplands.
This week on Noon Edition, different leaders from local nonprofits came to discuss community engagement during the winter and year-round.
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Join us this week as we discuss the historical significance of the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Join us this week as we discuss the Bloomington Housing Study and what the city's needs will be as the population expands.
Join us this week as we discuss the availability of healthcare practitioners in the state and potential solutions.
Join us this week for a conversation about recent climate strikes and what the future holds.
Join us this Friday to as we discuss the political implications of the impeachment inquiry on President Trump.
Join us for a live show at downtown Bloomington's Social Cantina this Friday as we talk about the changing restaurant scene in Bloomington.
Join us this week for a discussion about the changes to parking regulations and how they affect Bloomington residents and the downtown area.
Join us this week as we discuss the role of surveillance in society and its advancements in technology.
Though most Democratic presidential candidates are vocal in their support of expansion of health coverage, many candidates do not agree on the means or time frame for this goal.
Join us this week as we discuss the the possibility of an upcoming recession and what it would mean in the state and nation.
Join us this week as we discuss the merger of two of the largest newspaper companies in the U.S. and the future of local journalism.
Join us this week for Noon Edition as we revisit Woodstock to talk about its lasting legacy and how it forever changed live concerts.
Join us this week as we discuss how recent mass shootings affect public mental health.
Join us this week as we discuss freedom of speech and safety in the public sphere at the Bloomington Community Farmers' Market.
Join us this week as we discuss how housing demands in the nation and in the city are changing.
Join us this week as we talk about the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon mission.
Join us this week to discuss corporations participating in Pride and how it affects the LGBTQ community.
Join us this week as we discuss how recent heavy rains affect farmers and agriculture across the Midwest.
Join us this week to talk about suicide and mental health in the state and nation.
Join us this week as we discuss the unusual amount of tornadoes and severe weather the Midwest has experienced in the last month.
Join us this week to talk about the history of racism in Indiana and how it affects the present and future here.
Join us this week to talk about child welfare and advocacy.
Join us this week as we talk about high school seniors' plans after high school.
Join us this week as we talk about student debt and financial literacy.
This week on Noon Edition we'll discuss the dispute between defining public and private sections of the Lake Michigan's shoreline in Indiana.
Join us this week to discuss development plans for the Monroe Convention Center.
Join us this week as we discuss IU’s alcohol sales at Indiana Memorial Stadium this fall.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the impact of the new state budget on school funding.
Join us for a special Noon Edition as we discuss Senator Lugar's legacy.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss arts and entertainment in Brown County.
Join us this week on Noon Edition for our discussion of the crisis facing recycling programs.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss charitable giving.
Join us this week as we answer your questions about spring gardening in Southern Indiana.
Join us this week as we discuss the threat of antimicrobial resistance.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the plans for the future of Bloomington transportation.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss pharmaceutical companies, health insurance and Diabetes.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the 2020 US Census and concerns about the citizenship question.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the epidemic of young people vaping in the United States.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss declining fertility rates in the United States.
Join us this week as we talk to a panel of journalists about job cuts in journalism and the future of the industry.
Noon Edition is celebrating 20 years on the air! We're taking the show on the road for one day only and we’d like to see you there.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the state of gaming in Indiana in 2019.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss efforts to ensure the safety of young Hoosiers on their way to school.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we preview the upcoming legislative session with a panel of lawmakers and experts.
On this week’s Noon Edition, we talk to newspaper editors from around the state about the year’s biggest national and local stories.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss immigration and refugees.
This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of guests who are involved in supporting and revitalizing smaller downtown areas.
This week on Noon Edition we discuss the development of theater and film in Bloomington.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we talk to a panel of veteran journalists about the challenges facing journalists covering the Trump Administration.
This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of city leaders and safety professionals about the rollout of two scooter services in Bloomington.
Join us this week on Noon Edition as we talk to a panel of experts about how to deal with antisemitism in today's America.
This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of experts about what the future of climate change holds for Hoosiers.
This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of Hoosier voters about the upcoming election in November.
This week on Noon Edition we discuss the housing bubble ten years on.
This week on Noon Edition we discuss Indiana's aging water infrastructure and Hoosiers' access to clean water.
On this week's Noon Edition, we discuss the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh in the "MeToo" era.
On this week’s Noon Edition, we examine the current state of affairs in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease.
On this week’s Noon Edition, we discuss the surge in maternal mortality and how it can occur in the richest country in the world.
On this week's Noon Edition, we'll discuss widening income inequality in Indiana and around the country.
We'll discuss the treatment of Shelly Fitzgerald by the Roncalli High School leadership and the implications for school voucher programs in the Hoosier State on this week's Noon Edition.
We'll discuss the Hepatitis A outbreak in Indiana on this week's Noon Edition.
We'll discuss these questions and more as we look at school safety on this week's Noon Edition.
On this week's Noon Edition, we discuss Ernie Pyle's life, legacy, and impact on the Hoosier state and across the country.
We'll discuss the protection of our elections and more on this week's Noon Edition.
This week on Noon Edition we talk about the opioid crisis in Indiana and the City of Bloomington's decision to publish detailed overdose information on a city website.
This week on Noon Edition, we talk about the effect of automation on employment in Indiana and beyond.
This week on Noon Edition we talk about the prevention of foodborne illnesses and what you can do to protect yourself.
This week on Noon Edition, we talk about the construction of I-69. Section 5 from Bloomington to Martinsville has been delayed several times, but officials say they're on track to open in August.
This week on Noon Edition, Democratic leaders weigh in on the state of their party and the results of the state's primary elections held last month.
This week on Noon Edition, Republican leaders weigh in on the state of the party and what their hopes for the November midterm elections.
This week on Noon Edition, our panel talks about the challenges of getting an education while homeless and what resources exist to help students succeed.
This week on Noon Edition, we explore how the states's county jails became so overcrowded and what solutions are being discussed to solve the issue.
This week on Noon Edition: There are more than 29,000 kids in Indiana's child welfare system. How is the state helping these vulnerable kids?
On this week's show, we're joined by four local high school seniors. They'll be here to discuss their accomplishments and future plans.
This week on Noon Edition: A new nationwide survey finds that nearly half of Americans suffer from feelings of loneliness and isolation.
This week on Noon Edition: Indiana's primary election is coming next week with many interesting races to follow at the local and state level.
With more teenagers becoming involved in political activism, how will this translate to the upcoming midterm elections and beyond? This week on Noon Edition.
The Fair Housing Act of 1968 was an ambitious piece of legislation aimed at ending inequality where Americans live. How much has changed in our neighborhoods since the bill’s passing?
This week on Noon Edition: China is striking back against the Trump administration’s tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum by imposing their own tariffs.
A new report says pollution and climate change are causing severe damage to the world's coral reefs. This could have far-reaching effects on fisheries, food security, and marine wildlife.
Your favorite gardening experts Helen May and Don Adamson are back for WFIU's annual spring gardening show.
This week marks the end of the 2018 Indiana General Assembly legislative session. Bills ranged from the controversial to the historic. This week on Noon Edition, state lawmakers discussed the 2018 legislative session.
Airlines are cracking down on emotional support animals after a passenger attempted to bring a peacock onto a United Airlines flight.
Nearly all mass shootings and Can understanding masculinity help to curb the patterns of violence committed by men?
In the wake of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting in Florida, the nation is once again grappling with the debate over gun control.
The proposal seeks to take give a majority of SNAP recipients half of their benefits in a home-delivered food package.
2017 was one of the most brutal years for the retail industry with record-setting bankruptcies and store closings of roughly 8,000 stores over various chains.
Indiana House lawmakers unanimously passed a resolution pushing for a state legislative committee to study medical marijuana.
House Bill 1005 would mandate townships of with populations less than 1,200 to merge with other townships over the next five years.
At-home DNA tests have grown in popularity, especially over the holiday season. On this episode, we dig into the race, health, and privacy issues of DNA tests.
The year 1968 marked the end of the Civil Rights Movement. 50 years later, we reflect on the events of that significant era.
18 states and 20 cities are starting the new year with higher minimum wages. On this Noon Edition, we discuss the patchwork of minimum wages across the country.
On this episode, we look back at the stories that made headlines in 2017—from the opioid crisis to the debate over cold beer.
The FCC voted to scrap rules on net neutrality. This week, we revisit an episode on internet regulations and what would happened without net neutrality.
Bloomington City Council members Wednesday will vote on whether or not to adopt a controversial development plan.
The Monroe County Council passed a food and beverage tax to fund a much-debated expansion for the county convention center.
With the passing of the Senate's tax bill, Republicans are now one step closer to the biggest federal tax overhaul in 30 years.
Sexual misconduct allegations have exploded in the public view in recent months. On this episode of Noon Edition, we discuss the recent string of allegations.
It's that time of year again that can stress out even the best of us. How do we manage all the stress that comes with the holidays?
Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations, or CAFO's, are a major part of Indiana's livestock business, but a source of conflict for the people that live near them.
November marks the beginning of Native American Heritage Month. The month is a time to celebrate the rich diversity, traditions and histories of Native people.
The Northwest, Central, and Southern Indiana regions have thrown in their bids for the next Amazon headquarters.
For the first time in the organization's over 100-year history, the Boy Scouts will be fully inclusive for girls.
No-till agriculture was thought to help prevent water pollution, but a new IUPUI study says that's not the case.
Artificial intelligence technology is advancing. Some embrace AI while others warn of its potential threats to humanity. This week on Noon Edition.
Fall is finally here which means Noon Edition's annual fall gardening show is back!
North Korea's nuclear weapons program is advancing rapidly. This week, our panelists will discuss what can be done to contain the North Korean threat.
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos called the policies a "failed system" and repeatedly emphasized the plight of the accused.
President Trump moved to eliminate DACA, which grants benefits to immigrants who came to the United States and protects them from deportation.
On this week's Noon Edition, we'll discuss the college experience, underage drinking and sexual assault.
As humans, we're faced with the knowledge that one day will be our last day. How do we best prepare for it?
Monday's upcoming solar eclipse will be the first event in decades in the United States.
In a special Noon Edition, we will discuss hatred and racism in America following the violent events in Charlottesville, VA.
The Constitution ensures the right to representation in criminal prosecutions. Is Indiana's public defender system equipped to uphold that right for all people?
A Wisconsin company is offering its employees tiny chip implants. Are embedded microchips the way of the future?
Republican efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act failed after a decisive vote by Senator John McCain.
It's summertime, which means many Americans are checking books off their summer reading lists. This week, we are talking about the changing world of reading.
This week we'll discuss how Bloomington continues to implement new actions and programs to combat criminal activity and drug abuse in the downtown area.
This week we're joined by state legislators to talk about various new laws going into effect and what they mean for Hoosiers.
The USDA requires all public schools to put student lunch debt policies into writing by July 1. Many are calling MCCSC's policy "lunch shaming."
The observance of Ramadan is considered one of the Five Pillars of the Islamic faith. This week our guests will discuss the holy month and how it is celebrated.
Internet law has seen constant change and debate in recent years. Tune in to learn how national and international policies can impact your own service.
Many cities have upgraded how they collect and manage waste and recyclables in recent years, including Bloomington and Columbus.
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Join us this year as students from Harmony, Bloomington South High School, and Brown County High School reflect and look forward on their educations.
This year approximately 14 percent of Hoosiers qualify as being food insecure. What are Indiana communities doing to fix this?
Camping season already underway in Indiana, but has been mostly washed out thus far. What will we see for the rest of the summer?
This week on Noon Edition our panel will be discussing the current efforts to address student loan debt, and to improve student financial literacy.
This week we are joined by legislators and statehouse reporters to wrap-up this year's legislative session.
Advocates and researchers are hopeful that the bill will be signed into law, despite the previous remarks of Gov. Holcomb
Following a deadly chemical weapon attack on civilians, the now six-year-long Syrian civil war is once again in the international spotlight, provoking condemnation, speculation, and in the case of the U.S., a direct attack.
The Bloomington craft beer festival will feature many breweries from throughout the state, giving for a unified view of current Indiana craft beer culture
Our panelists will discuss potential solutions to reforming redistricting, as well as some of the recent failed efforts.
Because of rights, laws, and social norms, what it means to identify as a woman in America has changed immensely throughout the last century
Our semi-annual gardening show is back again, with our expert panelists Helen May and Don Adamson
With tornado season right around the corner, we'll speak with chasers and meteorologists who work to cover the midwest's deadliest storms.
Sci-fi literature and film often serve as the catalyst for engaging youth in science education. But how far off from fact is science fiction?
Many of the areas in question have been slated for annexation for over a decade, the last an annexation such as this occurred.
Incidents of lead poisoning have declined after lead was eliminated from gasoline, but lead hazards are still found in Indiana communities.
This week on Noon Edition we'll talk about the lack of high-speed and broadband internet access in rural areas.
Republican lawmakers are intending to repeal and replace the provisions from the affordable care act, but public opinion shows favor for a replacement.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the history of the state parks over the past 100 years.
What is next for healthcare in America, and how will you choose the right plan for 2017?
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss how to know what news sources to trust and where to find accurate information about current events.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the state of democracy in the United States, and how you fit into it.
This week on Noon Edition, our experts are here to answer your questions about preparing for Thanksgiving dinner.
This week on Noon Edition we'll talk about the 2016 election results with guests from around the state.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to experts from around the state about a report that ranks Indiana 45th on mental illness prevalence and care.
This week on Noon Edition we'll spoke with guests from around the state about baseball's place in Indiana sports culture.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with local guests about the vote to protect hunting and fishing rights in Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition we discuss the election and cyber-security. We'll ask experts if the election can be manipulated by hackers.
This week on Noon Edition we'll meet with local experts to talk about the complex issues surrounding refugee resettlement.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to three people who worked on the Bicentennial Visioning Project.
This week we’ll catch up with three Indiana voters, to see if their minds or perceptions have changed in the three months since they last joined the show.
This week on Noon Edition we'll talk to local experts about new studies in brain research and the current state of brain research in Indiana and the country.
This week on Noon Edition, we're hosting our own conversation about opoiods such as heroin and the effects they are having on the community.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to local experts and advocates about the funding and approval process for charter schools in Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to local experts about homelessness and panhandling in Bloomington.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to local experts about the state of Brazil and the 2016 Rio Olympics.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with local experts and advocates about the Black Lives Matter movement.
This week on Noon Edition we spoke to three first year teachers about their experience.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with experts about Indiana politics.
This week on Noon Edition we spoke with experts about a court case deciding whether private university police departments must comply with public records laws.
This week on Noon Edition we'll talk to three local guests about living and working as a Muslim in Indiana.
This week we'll talk to legal experts about the Supreme Court's decision to uphold an affirmative action program at the University of Texas.
We'll talk to local advocates about how the LGBT community is responding to the Orlando shooting, and what might be done to prevent it from happening again.
The new rules go into effect December 1, and business are facing difficult decisions leading up to the deadline.
This week on Noon Edition, we will be discussing all things bees.
Graduation can bring on a time of great change in a student's life, and we will take a moment to look at what lies ahead of a few area graduates.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss invasive plants.
Next week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss your perspectives on the primary.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss school referenda.
This week on Noon Edition, our experts will answer your fitness questions.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the Indiana primary on May 3rd.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss palliative care.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the state's new controversial abortion law.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the state of health in Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, our gardening experts are back to answer your questions.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss this year's legislative session.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk school starts times for Monroe County students.
This week on Noon edition, we'll talk filmmaking in Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss how the HIV outbreak began and what’s next for affected counties.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about water quality. What is safe drinking water? How does good water turn bad?
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss why these bills never saw the Governor's desk, and if we can expect the legislation to make it further next session.
Drug courts have been established to move people convicted of lesser drug charges through the court system and give them treatment options.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss the avian flu and how agencies are combating the virus.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll take a look at how schools have been affected by the drop in ISTEP+ scores.
Help us kick off the 2016 legislative season on Noon Edition.
As 2015 comes to an end, Noon Edition looks back at some of the year's biggest headlines.
Researchers and drug companies are making progress on preventing and treating Alzheimer’s disease.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll speak with local experts and a specialist about the crows’ encroaching presence.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll speak with local experts about whether we can expect to see stricter gun laws.
This week on Noon Edition you’re invited to The Uptown to ask your question for Mayor Kruzan in person, live on air!
This week on Noon Edition we spoke with three experts about the local food industry.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with experts on the Syrian refugee crisis, and Gov. Mike Pence's recent decision to turn away Syrian families.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with three experts on what's holding industrial hemp back, and some of the diverse ways it could be used.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with the Monroe County Clerk about voter turnout, as well as a re-elected mayor on his campaign and his goals in office.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with three experts about the announcement that processed meats have cancer-causing properties.
While Indiana does allow for advance directives - paperwork that details instructions about future medical care - it doesn't allow for assisted suicide.
Monroe County is creating a new guardianship program that will find volunteers who can advocate for seniors and incapacitated adults.
The invasive species has been detected in Salt Creek, sparking fears that the fish will make their way into nearby Lake Monroe.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with local leaders about the 25-member MCCSC calendar committee, and the MCCSC’s proposed academic calendar.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with leaders and experts about big-box retailers getting tax cuts that could cause big losses in tax revenue.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with leaders from around the state about the pros and cons of placing body cameras on law enforcement.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with leaders from around the state about Indiana's drug addiction problem, and what impact the new task force might have.
This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with a representative of the American Red Cross as well as two women displaced by Hurricane Katrina.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk to experts and leaders from around the state about reusing and recycling efforts in Indiana.
Indiana and 14 other states are filing a lawsuit to challenge the limits that President Obama announced this week on carbon dioxide emissions.
Researchers and drug companies are making progress on preventing and treating Alzheimer’s disease.
The decision to restore diplomatic ties with the Caribbean country could result in a lifting of the trade and travel embargoes.
While the storms have caused problems for residents, it’s also spelled trouble for some Indiana farmers, who face millions of dollars in crop damages.
Advocates for the president’s overtime proposal say it would mean raises for 100,000 Hoosiers, but businesses and unions argue it could threaten jobs.
Two local chefs and Earth Eats' Annie Corrigan join the program to share their summer cooking tips.
The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to announce landmark rulings for cases dealing with marriage equality and the Affordable Care Act.
Two public meetings have addressed the concerns of business owners and community members about crime along Kirkwood Ave. in Bloomington.
Indiana abortions have decreased by 20 percent since 2010, while, across the country, the rate has decreased only 12 percent.
Today on Noon Edition, we'll speak about how the new dynamic could affect the board and how Glenda Ritz's gubernatorial campaign could play into the mix.
Communities across the state are gearing up for summer tourists.
Under a new law, health officials are able to create a long-term needle exchange program in Scott County.
Indiana Landmarks' list of 10 Most Endangered historic landmarks brings attention to at-risk structures.
On this week's Noon Edition, we're joined by six area high school seniors.
The General Assembly wrapped up the 2015 legislative session this week.
Although it's a collegiate event, the Little 500 bike race poses changes and challenges for the whole city.
IU Health Bloomington announced its plan to relocate the hospital to a new location, resulting in a combined healthcare and academic campus.
Governor Mike Pence has blamed the media for incorrectly representing the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
On this special edition of Noon Edition, we will speak with legislators and a legal expert about the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
Our gardening experts are back and ready to answer your questions about keeping your garden healthy!
The slightly different bills approved by the House of Representatives and Senate must be reconciled before going to the governor.
The baby boxes would be installed at Safe Haven locations throughout the state to further preserve the anonymity of parents.
The Federal Communications Commission will vote Friday on a proposal to implement stronger open Internet protections.
This section of the extension will pass from Martinsville to Indianapolis along State Road 37.
IU Health Bloomington officials say they will continue to make decisions based on the best interests of their patients.
Proposed legislation would allow the State Board of Education to elect one of its members to serve as chair.
Faculty from Indiana University and the Kinsey Instituted contribute to the film "Hot Girls Wanted," which shows realities of the porn industry.
A public health and legal expert from IUPUI says stricter vaccine requirements put Indiana at a lower risk of outbreaks of vaccine-preventable illnesses.
In his State of the Union address, President Obama announced he would like to guarantee students two years of free community college tuition.
Leaders in the Bloomington theater scene discuss upcoming changes.
With Hanukkah beginning this week, and Christmas and Kwanzaa just around the corner, it’s a time of diverse holiday celebrations.
A study released by the Girl Scout Research Institute examines national statistics to gauge girls' health and well-being in the United States.
As advancements are made in prevention and treatment, an HIV diagnosis is no longer the death sentence it once was.
Leaders of local food banks, food pantries and homeless shelter discuss how they're preparing for the holiday season.
Businesses must keep up with the demand and competition during the shopping period over Thanksgiving weekend.
The Affordable Care Act's annual open enrollment period begins Saturday, and, this year, Indiana is doubling its insurance providers.
Brain injuries are an "invisible" disease treated by many professionals in southern Indiana.
Education has become the dominant issue in the upcoming midterm election.
Same-sex marriage is now legal in Indiana, after the U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear the state's appeal of an earlier court ruling.
Indiana University Kelley School of Business students are trying to help small businesses find loans to expand their businesses.
Several high profile instances of domestic violence have been committed recently, and this week, we discuss the state's efforts to combat this issue.
President McRobbie joins us to talk about the new Global Studies School and Media School, among other topics.
The number of craft breweries throughout Indiana has been steadily increasing over the past decade.
Various factors influence people to donate to charitable organizations.
A recent Chamber of Commerce report claims Indiana will face serious water resource challenges if state officials don't correct issues now.
Governor Mike Pence has announced that Indiana will not adhere to the federal guidelines outlined in the decade-old Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).
Professionals from a rehabilitation clinic, hospital emergency room and law enforcement discuss heroin and its crippling effects on users.
Five counties were selected to participate in Indiana's pre-K pilot program aimed at preparing low-income Indiana children for success in school.
Recent legislation and advancements in helmet technology are striving to protect high school football players against concussions.
A study by the BMO Harris Bank shows Indiana parents have saved a third of the funds as the rest of the country for family financial emergencies.
Earth Eats' Annie Corrigan hosts this special Fourth of July summer food segment.
Miss Indiana captured national attention with her "normal" body size at the Miss USA competition, sparking this body image discussion.
While baseball has been dubbed "America's Pastime," more and more Americans have become soccer fans.
A study has been cited to argue the necessity of controlling the deer population at the Griffy Nature Preserve, but some are trying to save the animals.
President Obama has proposed EPA regulations to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 30 percent by 2030 compared with 2005 levels.
Several laws passed in the last legislative session aim to help veterans in Indiana.
Memorial Day, the Indy 500 and warm weather are all scheduled for this weekend. So this week on Noon Edition, we're talking about summer in Indiana.
Governor Mike Pence has revealed a proposal to expand the Healthy Indiana Plan as an alternative to Medicaid expansion.
What is the outlook for college graduates in 2014? Our round-table discussion will include students from different universities across Indiana.
We'll talk with allergy specialists about why we suffer from these and how season allergies change over time.
The state legislature passed a bill this session that would grant a tax credit to families that adopt in Indiana.
Now that springtime has arrived your garden needs attention, and our gardening experts will answer all of your questions.
On this week's Noon Edition we'll discuss the wage gap between men and women and how women in Indiana can try to avoid it.
Governor Pence signed legislation this week removing Indiana from the Common Core, meaning standards for Indiana students will change this coming school year.
Pet advocates say spaying and neutering animals helps prevent euthanasia, and this week we'll discuss access to these services in rural areas.
More than six months has passed since parking meters were installed in Downtown Bloomington, and this week we follow up with the public and local businesses.
17% of children in the United States are considered obese, and on this week's show we look at how we can stop this problem in Indiana.
Politicians are using social media more and its changing how we interact with our representatives and view campaigns.
For Valentine's Day we look at the psychology, anthropology and science behind love and dating.
This week on Noon Edition we talk about how all of the snow days this winter are affecting learning and test preparation for students.
New research from Purdue defines what a rural community is, and this week on Noon Edition we will talk about the challenges facing small towns in Indiana.
The proposed ban on same sex marriage in Indiana was passed through committee this week and is heading to the House floor for a vote.
The General Assembly is proposing a Pre-K voucher system, and this week we'll talk about what this program could look like.
Two IU online degree programs were ranked as the best by U.S. News and World Report, so this week we'll look at what makes a top notch online program.
This week we’ll be talking about New Year’s resolutions. Let us know if you plan to make a resolution and share what you think about the New Year’s tradition.
This week we'll talk with newspaper editors in the south central Indiana coverage area about significant local and national news stories in 2013.
This week we'll take a closer look at decision fatigue. We'll talk with
Thanksgiving leftovers and what to do with leftovers
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with the mayor's office in Kokomo and emergency representatives about the destruction and what can be done to help.
A new study reports that Indiana is the 9th least affordable state for before and after school care.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with educators and experts on Zinn's work about the importance of academic freedom.
This week we’ll talk with health experts about the latest guidelines for early detection, as well as the benefits and potential harms of mammogram screening.
This week we'll talk with ACA volunteers, health plan researchers and the Indiana Hospital Association to see how the Affordable Care Act may affect Hoosiers.
This week we’ll take a look at Congress’ ability to reach a compromise and discuss how the shutdown will affect the state’s economy and residents.
This week on Noon Edition, we will discuss what the proposed changes to the Farm bill could mean for Hoosiers.
This Friday on Noon Edition, we’ll talk about the plausibility of system where college athletes are compensated and what this could mean for academics. CHANGE
This week we’ll discuss net neutrality and what the outcome of this case could mean for the future of the internet.
Giving Back to Africa aims to engage Congolese youth in solving major problems in their country.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with university leaders, lawyers, and law enforcement about student safety and Indiana’s lifeline law.
This week we will find out just how important recess is for children and how instructors are finding ways to fit everything into the day.
College unions play in integral role in the campus community. The Association of College Unions International serves to connect students. EEEEEE
This week we will talk with several of the experts in the Monroe area to see what steps the county is taking to decrease domestic violence.
This week Annie Corrigan from Earth Eats will co-host as we talk with food lovers and gardeners to discuss different ways to “cook" your garden harvest.
Low-barrier support programs provide assistance by removing as many requirements as possible between those in need and the services available to them.
Four Indiana aromatherapy companies have filed suit against the new synthetic drug law. Join us this week to discuss what might happen as the lawsuit plays out.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with drone experts to discuss what role Indiana is likely to play as the unmanned systems technology develops.
This week, we’ll discuss what opportunities and issues veterans in Indiana face, and how that could change as more troops come home from tours overseas.
Indiana University's Underwater Science Program has been researching 17th and 18th history and archaeology off the Dominican Republic coast.
Several cities have struggled to update their water systems without raising utility rates too high.
This week, we’ll talk about the culture and art in Bloomington to find out what the city of Bloomington has to offer locally.
Camp Atterbury has shifted towards a role as a problem-solving center for technology. The camp will focus on use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or drones.
This week, we’ll examine the rise in diagnoses, what exactly an ADHD diagnosis entails, and what the medical treatments mean for children as they develop.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss the rise in suburban poverty and what some groups are trying to do to slow the trend.
High School seniors who are preparing to graduate discuss what the future holds and some of the hurdles they are facing.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with Indiana University athletic director Fred Glass about IU athletics.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about the anatomy and inter-workings of the teenage brain.
This week, we'll talk with the IU Student Foundation, law enforcement, and business owners to see what the Little 500 brings to the city of Bloomington.
This week, we’ll talk about race safety. What’s prudent? What’s even possible? And how have this week’s events in Boston changed people’s perspectives?
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with attorneys and state legislators about what changes in Indiana’s criminal code mean for crimes involving marijuana.
Gardening experts give their advice on how to tend to your gardens this spring.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with nutritionists, chefs, and those affected by celiac disease to see what a diet without gluten entails.
This week on Noon Edition, we're talking with educators and preschool program administrators about what changes to Pre-K education mean for them.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with stewards of southern Indiana forests about issues they're facing, like drought-damaged trees and invasive species.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with jail and re-entry program directors about a proposal to expand probation programs.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about a proposal to require every school in the state adopt formal policies on secluding and restraining students.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about how patenting agricultural technologies has changed farming in the U.S. and abroad.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll sit down with some of the key players in the Medicaid expansion debate.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll sit down with liquor industry experts to talk about the history and future of Indiana's "blue laws."
This week on Noon Edition, we'll sit down with women who have served in the military to talk about their experiences and about what these changes mean to them.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with local politicians, law enforcement officers, and gun sellers about the challenge of regulating firearms.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with health professionals about what’s in store for Indiana’s flu season.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with IU President Michael McRobbie about issues affecting the university and education policy.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk about ongoing research on ‘chemo brain’ and ways cancer patients can try to cope.
This week on Noon Edition, we're taking a look back at the top Indiana news stories of 2012.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about how federal spending cuts and tax increases could affect Indiana.
We’ll talk with birth and infant development experts about research that says babies’ brains undergo important development in the last weeks of pregnancy.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with the creators of the Bloomington Fading project.
This week on Noon Edition, share your favorite family recipes and ask our culinary experts for tips on making holiday meals a success.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with education experts about what Ritz’s win might mean for Indiana schools.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with legal and health experts about the impact of the ruling in Indiana and in other states.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk about the most recent developments with I-69.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk about the causes and effects of obesity and how Hoosiers can fight back.
We’re taking Noon Edition on the road this week as part of our continuing series "A Walk Behind the Wire: Women in Indiana's Prisons."
We’ll talk with elections officials and political analysts about voter turnout for the Presidential election and its impact on Indiana's Senate race.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll hear from proponents and opponents of legalizing the sale of unpasteurized milk in Indiana.
The enrollment deadline for Indiana's voucher program is this Friday. We'll talk with education experts about the impact of Indiana's sweeping voucher program.
Indiana’s drought hit home for many this spring and summer, causing farmers around the state to lose crops and county governments to restrict water use.
On this week's Noon Edition, we'll take your calls, questions, and comments about how to handle tricky rental situations.
We'll check in with local housing experts about the state of affordable housing in Bloomington.
We'll talk with parents and school administrators about adjusting to new schedules, the MCCSC's extended day, and the debate over the balanced school calendar.
On this week’s show, we’ll check in with state and county fair representatives and talk with them about how new stage regulations are being implemented.
On this week’s Noon Edition, we’ll talk with our panelists about whether Indiana’s policy deters voters or whether it prevents fraud.
Department of Child Services representatives say the agency will start several new programs to help kids in the child protective services system.
Indiana is enduring a long dry spell this summer, and on this week's Noon Edition, we'll talk about how the low rainfall is impacting your plants.
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Indiana is one of the region's worst polluters. Where is it safe to fish and swim?
IU Professor and Nobel Prize recipient Elinor Ostrom died Tuesday. This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about her legacy with those who knew her best.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll sit down with area high school seniors to talk about their time growing up in Indiana as well as their plans for the future.
The medical amnesty law intended to will be implemented July 1.
Bullying has been in the news as school draws to a close
President Obama announced his support of gay marriage last week, and marriage laws have been in the news. This week we'll discuss perspectives on Indiana's law.
Growers say this could be a good produce year. We’ll talk with our panelists about how they’ll make sure that bounty of farm products make it onto your table.
The IHSAA is holding town hall meetings around the state on whether high school basketball should return to the pre-1997 single class system.
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A recent report from the Center for Disease Control says nearly 1 in 88 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
We'll talk with IU Athletic Director Fred Glass this week on Noon Edition.
Indiana is one of 26 states contending that the Obama administration's health care law is unconstitutional.
IU President Michael McRobbie will join us for Noon Edition this week
Women's flat track derby is a growing sport in the U.S. Monroe County's Bleeding Heartland Rollergirls join us to talk about their team and the game.
Senate Bill 1 outlines when a person can resist police from entering his or her home without a warrant.
Local groups have spoken out against Super-PACs and as campaigns heat up, the groups are having bigger impacts on elections.
The state of Indiana will not have to comply with certain No Child Left Behind requirements after receiving a waiver from the U.S. Department of Education.
A new federal law mandates that health care insurers must cover contraceptives for women free of charge.
Cities around the state are trying to attract tourists that are coming in for the Super Bowl.
After nearly a year of preparation, the Arts Alliance Of Greater Bloomington is getting started and is setting its short and long-term goals.
Union members and advocates for right to work discuss the potential impacts of the legislation on Indiana.
Join us Friday to talk about the major issues in South Central Indiana Schools.
Bloomington and cities across the U.S. are trying to accommodate cooperative housing arrangements, but most city zoning codes do not address the issue.
The U.S. Postal Service has been making plans to consolidate some of its facilities to save money.
Members of the Bloomington-Monroe County Deer Task Force is trying to find a solution for the overpopulation of deer in the Monroe County area.
We'll be joined by the mayors from Bloomington, Columbus, Kokomo, and Terre Haute.
We'll check in with local food banks to see how they're faring this Thanksgiving
Indiana's new immigration laws are under fire in federal court along with laws in Alabama which Indiana's were modeled after.
Our fall fund drive starts on Friday, listen in and make your donation during Noon Edition.
Experts say the recession is not solely responsible for the increase in child poverty in Indiana.
It's time for our Fall gardening show on Noon Edition!
A new health screening procedure for newborns will be implemented in January.
The cap on the jail population expired October 1, but what is being done now to control the overcrowding?
What aspects of Indiana's transportation infrastructure should citizens be concerned about?
Juveniles can be tried as adults in special cases. Opponents argue this is unfair to the defendant. Supporters say it provides necessary and harsher punishment.
Join the conversation about sustainable business practices and the economics of going 'green'.
Noon Edition's special 9/11 anniversary program will be broadcast on stations throughout Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about options for adults who are looking for educational opportunities later in life.
Why is it becoming more popular to do a home birth -- and is it safe?
Send in your comments and questions via our website's live chat, Twitter, or phone.
How will the U.S. credit rating downgrade affect national and international markets, employment, and policy? What might it mean for Indiana?
It took her eight years to fully recover, but recover she did. Her best-selling memoir made her one of TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2008.
What are the implications of this historical decision on Indiana and the nation at large?
How much money are European companies investing in Indiana, and what kind of companies are they?
We'll see how the CHOICE program is faring now in this new fiscal year, and discuss the state of Indiana health care for senior citizens.
Weeks since Indiana's most recent tornadoes, damage to our urban forests remains.
Fatal overdoses have increased more than 300% over the last ten years overall in Indiana, partly due to high levels of prescription drug abuse by youth.
This week on Noon Edition, we address issue of state funding for higher education, and take a look at what the next years have in store for Indiana students.
While some praise the law, saying that it promotes individual freedom, many believe it could be lead to dangerous consequences.
What can we can do to address the complicated issue of homelessness?
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the 71st Annual Indiana Writers Conference, as well as the more general role of writers in our local communities.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss what Hoosiers can do to help Joplin residents, as well as what we can do to prepare for emergencies here in Indiana.
Planned Parenthood of Indiana is facing cuts of millions of dollars.
This week on Noon Edition, we sit down with some of these speakers to hear how they incorporate this notion into their professions.
This week on Noon Edition, we`ll discuss issues related to his death.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss how the bills passed this session will affect Hoosiers.
Bill Cook's legacy and his contributions to historic landmarks in the state will be discussed on the next Noon Edition.
Every year, Indiana schools spend millions of dollars on materials needed for teaching students.
This week on Noon Edition, local wineries and wine making.
Grow the biggest tomatoes and peppers on the block this year!
We'll be discussing current issues in the statehouse such as the Democratic walkout, the budget, and business moving through the Senate.
We continue our series on the justice system in south central Indiana, discussing overcrowding in jails and alternative rehabilitation methods.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll begin a series on the justice system in South Central Indiana. For this first show, we will be discussing juvenile offenders.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll sit down with Indiana University Michael McRobbie.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll be discussing Indiana’s Right to Work Law.
Thiis week on Noon Edition, we'll be discussing ArtsWeek.
Last week, it was announced that White Nose Syndrome has been found on bats in Indiana caves.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll be discussing child abuse.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss where the $7.5 million per year will go throughout the district.
Every 10 years, Indiana law requires counties to produce a plan on how they will develop land.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll sit down with members of the community who work with developmentally disabled adults and children.
Joining us in studio will be representatives from Harmony School, Pinnacle, and St. Charles.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll sit down with IU Athletic Director Fred Glass to discuss IU sports.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss new unemployment numbers.
Over the past several days, rocks have been thrown into Jewish centers and Jewish holy books have been desecrated.
1 in 4 Americans are now on government supported food programs.
This week on Noon Edition we'll sit down with Cardinal Stage Company's artistic director.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll be discussing pets!
This week on Noon Edition will be our annual fall gardening show!
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss 3rd party candidates in the state of Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss economic development in south-central Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, MCCSC referendum will be discussed.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss suicide, now the number two killer of young people in the United States.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss Public Question # 1, which will appear on all ballots in the state of Indiana this election day.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss online education.
This week on Noon Edition: arts in Bloomington. Join us for a live chat on this website.
This week on Noon Edition, we took a look at Islam in America, and discussed the challenges facing Muslim-Americans in Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll be discussing both home brewing and micro brewing in Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition: A discussion with area superintendents.
August 20th's Noon Edition: A discussion of IU's new Health Engagement Program and its effects on university employees.
Following the recent incident in Greene County where 70 dogs were discovered housed in a trailer, WFIU's Noon Edition took a look at issues surrounding animal welfare management in the state.
This week on Noon Edition, we reexamined and discussed Indiana's housing market.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed how the Americans with Disabilities Act has impacted Hoosiers over the last two decades and what that legislation means to for people in South Central Indiana today.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed the impact President Barack Obama's economic policies have had on the state. Joining us in studio were SPEA Professor David Audretsch and Professor of Labor and Employment Law Ken Dau-Schmidt.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed the state of tourism in Indiana since the economic downturn. Joining us in studio will be Indiana State Tourism Director Amy Vaughan, Brown County Convention and Visitors’ Bureau Director Jane Ellis, and Columbus Visitors Bureau Associate Director Cindy Frey.
This week on Noon Edition, WFIU’s “Ask the Mayor” took over Noon Edition for an hour-long “Ask the Mayor” extravaganza. “Ask the Mayor” host Stan Jastrzebski was joined in studio by Bloomington Mayor Mark Kruzan, Columbus Mayor Fred Armstrong, Terre Haute Mayor Duke Bennett, and Kokomo Mayor Greg Goodnight.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed local reaction to Arizona's
new immigration law. We were joined in-studio by local policy makers and experts to discuss the issue.
This week on Noon Edition, we sat down with three experts from Indiana University's School of Public and Environmental Affairs to discuss the environmental and policy implications of the BP oil spill.
This week on Noon Edition, Herald Times Editor Bob Zaltsberg sat down with area high school seniors to talk about their time growing up in Indiana as well as their plans for the future.
This week on Noon Edition, we sat down with State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Bennett and discussed the state of Indiana schools.
This week on Noon Edition, we sat down with representatives from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and discussed what the IDHS has accomplished in its five years in existence.
This week on Noon Edition: a conversation with Nobel Prize Winner Elinor Ostrom. She was in-studio talking about her whirlwind year and how her life has changed.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed rural health care in Indiana. Joining us in-studio were Medical Director of the Richard G. Lugar Center for Rural Health Jim Turner, Union-Clinton Hospital Administrator Terri Hill, and medical students Julia Freeze and John Wheat.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed the issue of bullying in schools. On the panel: Midwest Bullying Prevention Project Director Bill Voors and IU Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology Professor David Estell.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll devote the program to previewing the upcoming primary election. Joining us in studio for our discussion is Political Analyst Brian Howey.
This week on Noon Edition, we’re having our annual spring gardening show. Local plant experts Helen May and Don Adamson will be in studio ready to answer your gardening questions.
This week on Noon Edition, as part of our Earth Day program we discussed the growing issue of electronic waste.
Joining us in studio are Indiana Recycling Coalition Executive Director Carey Hamilton, IU Office of Sustainability E-Waste Intern Laura Knudsen and UITS Graduate Assistant for Sustainability Coordinator Susan Coleman.
This week on Noon Edition we talked about the experiences of the National Guard 119th Agribusiness Development Team in Afghanistan.
Joining us in studio were Colonel Brian Copes, Deputy Commander Colonel Cindra Chastain, and Operations Officer Shawn Gardner along with Cultivating Afghanistan Reporter Doug Wissing.
This week on Noon Edition, we explored what new health care reform laws mean for people in Indiana. Joining this week's panel were Volunteers in Medicine Executive Director Elizabeth Sturgeon, St. Ann's Clinic Volunteer Medical Doctor James Turner and Hoosiers for a Commonsense Health Plan Director Dr. Rob Stone.
This week on Noon Edition, we took a look back at how education policy was handled in this year's legislative session and a look ahead at what to expect in the coming year.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed gun issues considered in the 2010 legislative session. Joining us in studio were Hoosier State Press Association General Council Steve Key and District 60 Representative Peggy Welch.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed the growing need for volunteers in a down economy. Joining us in the studio were Bloomington Volunteer Network Director Bet Savich, IU Kelly School Civic Leadership Development Director Molly Barwick, and St. Charles School Principal Alec Mayer.
This week on Noon Edition, we sat down with leaders of area arts organizations and discussed how they have been affected by the recession.
Severe funding cuts are forcing school officials to take creative measures in an effort to balance their budgets. Superintendents from Brown, Bartholomew, and Monroe Counties hashed over their plans on this week's Noon Edition.
Coal And What It Means To Indiana
Black History Month
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the ongoing debate over the Sunday sale of alcohol in Indiana. We'll discuss the status of current legislation on its potential economic impact on local and state business.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed how communities in South Central Indiana reconcile historic preservation and economic development. Joining us in the studio were Bloomington City Councilman Chris Sturbaum, Terre Haute City Councilman Todd Nation, and Co-developer of 120 Kirkwood Jim Regester.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll took a sneak preview of the PRIDE Film Festival and discussed what it means to south central Indiana.
Joining us in studio were PRIDE Steering Committee Coordinator Danielle McClelland and Communication and Culture Professor Mary Gray.
Climate Change: From Copenhagen To Indiana
This week on Noon Edition, we were joined in studio by Indiana University President Michael McRobbie. He discussed current issues at IU and how they affect the region.
The Year In Review
In honor of the holiday season, this week's Noon Edition focused on some holiday traditions taking place locally. Joining us in studio were IU Newman Center's Father Robert Keller and Reverend Patricia Efiom from Bethal African Methodist Episcopal Church in Bloomington.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed suicide prevention and what is being done in South Central Indiana to raise awareness of the issue. Joining us in studio were Author and Counselor Dee Burt and Psychiatrist Dr. Jonathon Bevers.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed prostate cancer prevention and efforts to bring awareness of the disease to south central Indiana. Joining us in studio were Radiation Oncologist Dr. David Lee, Summit Urology Physician Assistant Dr. Dave Elkins, and prostate cancer survivor Tim Jessen.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll be joined in studio by U.S District Judge John E. Jones. He is known for presiding over the case Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District, which ruled teaching intelligent design in public schools is unconstitutional.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed continuing events in the state's effort to build I-69. Joining us in studio were INDOT I-69 Spokesperson Cher Goodwin, INDOT Deputy Commissioner Samuel Sarvis, Citizens for Appropriate Rural Roads President Thomas Tokarski, and Monroe County Commissioner Mark Stoops.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed changing educational trends in South Central Indiana and across the country.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed national health care reform efforts with local experts.
As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month we were joined on Noon Edition by three women working to bring awareness of the disease to South Central Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we're having our annual fall gardening show. Local plant experts Helen May and Don Adamson will be in studio ready to answer your fall gardening questions.
This week on Noon Edition, we were joined in studio by representatives from the Lotus World Music and Arts Festival.
This week on Noon Edition, we were joined in studio by Indiana State University President Daniel Bradley and DePauw University President Brian Casey. They discussed the state of higher education in South Central Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed Indiana's current political climate as well as upcoming state issues. Joining us in the studio was Brian Howey a journalist, political analyst, and publisher of Howey Politics Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we previewed the Monroe County budget hearings. Joining us in the studio were Monroe County Council President Vic Kelson, County Council District 3 Representative Marty Hawk, and County Council Member at Large Geoff McKim.
This week on Noon Edition, we sat down with reporter and author Douglas Wissing to discuss his experiences reporting for WFIU while embedded with the 1-19th Indiana Agribusiness Development Team in Afghanistan.
This week on Noon Edition, local experts joined us in studio to discuss the impact of Woodstock 40 years later.
This week on Noon Edition, 9th District Congressman Baron Hill spends some of his August recess in studio discussing regional affairs and answering your questions.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss how service learning and leadership programs affect their communities.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss Indiana Public Schools with superintendents from across the listening area. Our hosts will speak with Monroe County Consolidated School Corporation's new Superintendent J-T Coopman and Richland Bean Blossom Consolidated School Corporation Superintendent Steve Kain.
This week on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss how to network and job search in the conclusion of our three-part series on surviving the economy. Joining us in the studio are Ivy Tech Career Services Assistant Director Katie Anderson and WorkOne Business Services Director Richard Rampley.
This week on Noon Edition, in the second part of our series on surviving the economy, we’ll discuss the psychological impact of being unemployed. Joining us in the studio are Indiana University Counseling and Psychological Services Director Nancy Stockton and Center Stone Employment Consultant Kim Jackson-Maudlin.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss ways to cut expenses and live more frugally as the first of our three-part series on surviving the economy. Joining us in the studio are Purdue Extension educators Barbara Bowman and Glenda DeFord.
July 4th is the ten-year anniversary of a racially-motivated shooting in front of the Korean United Methodist Church in Bloomington.
On this week's prerecorded Noon Edition, we revisited the tragedy and evaluated the current climate for hate crimes in our community.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed how to protect yourself from identity theft and how the trend has manifested itself in southern Indiana. Joining us in the studio are Law Professor Fred Cate and Computer Science Professor Minaxi Gupta.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed the constantly evolving roles of women in South Central Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed how people perceive and process the news media. In studio guests included DePauw University Communications Professor Jeff McCall, Indiana University Telecommunications Associate Professor Erik Bucy, and Indiana University Psychology Professor Edward Hirt.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed the issue of transparency in maternity care. Joining hosts Herald Times Editor Bob Zaltsberg and Mary Catherine Carmichael were Bloomington Area Birth Services Executive Director Georg'ann Cattelona and Bloomington Hospital Regional Center for Women and Children Executive Director Dana Watters.
This week on Noon Edition, Herald Times Editor Bob Zaltsberg and co-host Mary Catherine Carmichael sat down with Indiana University Dean of College of Arts and Sciences Bennett Bertenthal. They discussed the role of a liberal arts education in a quickly changing Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition we discussed the life sciences and their role in Indiana.
State Health Commissioner Dr. Judy Monroe and IU Professor in Applied Health Science Alice Lindeman talk about Indiana's obesity epidemic.
Promoting Community Health
This week on Noon Edition, WFIU's "Ask the Mayor" took over Noon Edition for an hour-long "Ask the Mayor" extravaganza.
On this week's Earth Day-themed edition of Noon Edition, we discussed sustainability efforts on Indiana campuses. Joining host Herald Times Editor Bob Zaltsberg and co-host Mary Catherine Carmichael were DePauw University sustainability Coordinator Carol Steele and Indiana University Director of Sustainability Bill Brown.
This week on Noon Edition we discussed online journalism and community building through social networking online.
Spring Gardening in Indiana
This week on Noon Edition, a conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, author of the New York Times Bestselling book "My Stroke of Insight," and the neuroanatomist at the local Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute.
This week on Noon Edition, a discussion of a study ranking Indiana ninth in the country for its community corrections population. Herald Times Editor Bob Zaltsberg and Mary Catherine Carmichael are joined in the studio by Monroe County Judge Ken Todd and Sheriff Jim Kennedy.
This week on Noon Edition, Indiana University Athletics Director Fred Glass stops by the studio. Herald-Times Editor Bob Zaltsberg and WFIU News Director Stan Jastrzebski are you hosts.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the reorganization and policy changes at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, or IDEM. Joining hosts Bob Zaltsberg and Mary Catherine Carmichael are IDEM Assistant Commissioners Scott Nally and Dan Murry as well as Hoosier Environmental Council Senior Policy Director Tim Maloney.
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the encroachment of wildlife on urban Indiana. Joining us in the studio are Private Lands Program Manager Gary Langell and Bloomington Director of Animal Care and Control Laurie Ringquist.
Evidence of the national recession is becoming apparent in Bloomington’s Perry Township. Township Trustee Dan Combs says his office, which is responsible for poor relief, has seen an increase in requests for assistance.
On this episode of Noon Edition, State Senator Vi Simpson as well as other state legislators discuss what state legislators are doing to address the economic situation in Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, we discussed the 200th birthday of Abraham Lincoln. Joining us in the studio were DNR State Parks and Reservoirs Archaeologist Staffan Peterson, and Associate Editor of the Journal of American History Stephen Andrews.
Economic Development
Bloomington’s Boy’s and Girl’s Club Executive Director Jeff Baldwin, Columbus’ Foundation for Youth Executive Director David Westenberger and Terre Haute’s Ryves Hall Youth Center Director Jim Edwards discuss the economic impact on youth centers in south central Indiana.
This week on Noon Edition, it's a discussion of the ramifications of the Kernan-Shepard Report on south central Indiana. Association of Indiana Counties Executive Director David Bottorff and MySmartGov.org Executive Director Marilyn Schultz debate the merits of the government streamlining suggestions endorsed by Governor Mitch Daniels.
The Inauguration and Indiana
This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the economic outlook for south-central Indiana. Joining us in the studio will be Indiana Business Research Center Director Jerry Conover and Indiana State University Professor of Economics Robert Guell.
Your Community's Foundation
Officials from Bloomington community organization Middle Way House -- President of the Board Cindy Houston, Economic Development Coordinator Charlotte Zietlow, and Project Manager Cynthia Brubaker -- join hosts Bob Zaltsberg and Mary Catherine Carmichael in studio.
This week on Noon Edition, joining us in the studio are physician and advocate for health care reform Dr. Robert Stone and Program Director at the IU School of Social Work Kathy Byers. They'll discuss the logistics of providing health care for uninsured Hoosiers.
The Monroe County Humane Association
This week on Noon Edition we’ll discuss the challenges facing school corporations in South Central Indiana. Joining us will be Bartholomew Consolidated Corporation Superintendent John Quick and Richland Bean Blossom Superintendent Steve Kain.
This week on Noon Edition, it's your turn to tell WFIU what issues you want addressed on future programs. Hosts Bob Zaltsberg and Mary Catherine Carmichael will be taking your suggestions as well as any early donations for WFIU’s annual fund drive.
This week on Noon Edition, Indiana University Political Science Professors Dr. Edward Carmines and Dr. Marjorie Hershey will help listeners sort through the ins and outs of the US election process – the accuracy of polls, the role of the media, the structure of campaigns and more.
Q and A with IU President Michael McRobbie
Indiana and the Brain Drain
Through the Looking Glass, Universities and Their Images
Arts in Your Community
Diversity of Faith
WFIU and HD Radio
Underage Drinking in College Towns
Indiana's Past and Present Role in the Olympics
Autumn Gardening in Indiana
Managing Indiana's Forests
Alternate Forms of Education
Ins and Outs of Renting
Understanding Poverty
China Relations
A Bloomington Soldier in Iraq
Peak Oil and Indiana
Tourism in Bloomington, Columbus and Beyond
Flood Relief Effort
Library Services for Children
Veterans' Affairs
Lee Hamilton and the Center on Congress
Mother Hubbard's Cupboard and the Salvation Army
Foreclosures and the Housing Market
National Cover the Uninsured Week
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie
Bloomington Hospital Ambulance Service
Earth Day and Recycling
Teen Sex Research
Spring Gardening
Legislative Session 2008 Wrap-Up
Animal Care and Control
Gretchen Clearwater
Comcast versus Big Ten Network
New Wings at Middle Way House
Diversity Around the Community
Partners: Art for Alzheimer's Patients
Monroe County Public Library
Redevelopment in Columbus
Preserving History in Monroe County
Indiana Youth Institute
Poverty and Hunger Activist John Breen
Year in Review 2007
Legislative Preview
Math Teacher Shortage
Feisal al-Istrabadi
IU Sustainability
Remembering the Needy during the Holidays
Author Luis Alberto Urrea
IU Trustees
Municipal Elections
Dr. Greg Sipes
Breast Cancer Awareness
Back to School
Bloomington Mayoral Debate
Hospitals in Indiana
A New Year at IU
Fall Gardening
Safety on Campus
Disability Service Organizations
Economist David Audretsch
IU's New Provost: Karen Hanson
Dr. Suellen Reed
Gay Lesbian Bisexual and Transgender Alumni Association
Bloomington Area Arts Council
Indiana Attorney General Steve Carter
Electronic Health Records
Ivy Tech Community College President Tom Snyder
Neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Taylor
A Generational Financial Shift
Memorial Day: Lt. Col. Kevin Extine
Class of 2007
IU's New President: Michael McRobbie
U.S. Attorney Susan Brooks
Green Burial
Recycling in Monroe County
Indiana General Assembly
Indiana Ninth District Representative Baron Hill
Semi-Annual Gardening Show
James Loewen
Ron Walker, Director of the Bloomington Economic Development Corporation
Southern Indiana's Working Poor
Monroe County Juvenile Justice Facility
Indiana University Dean of Education Gerardo Gonzalez
HOPE Foundation
Public Education Policy in Indiana
High School Reform
Open Phones
A New Sheriff in Town: Jim Kennedy
Mark Lakeman and The City Repair Project
Sycamore Land Trust
Year in Review
Legislative Forecast
Cape III
Volunteers in Medicine
A View from Abroad
Philanthropy
Teaching Our Children
2006 Election Analysis
Election Handicapping
Recruiting for IU
Fall Gardening
Healthcare in Bloomington
RAISE
Leadership Bloomington
Indiana Department of Homeland Security
Kindred Spirits: Bonds Between Humans and Animals
Michael McRobbie
Miss Indiana: Betsy Uschkrat
Indiana Tourism
Jim Harvey, Superintendent of Monroe County Community Schools
Postpartum Depression
Monroe County United Ministries (MCUM)
Ukranian Exchange
The Breakdown of Social Networks
PCB Contamination
Indiana University International Admissions
Communities United
Kinsey Institute Researcher Willam Yarber
Scott Russell Sanders and the Importance of Community
Class of 2006
Women in Politics: Bloomington City Clerk Regina Moore
Mental Health Issues
Open Phones
National and Local Healthcare
Student Engagement
Transportation Planning in Central Indiana
Election 2006
Variations of Blackness
Many challenges ahead for Bloomington’s new mayor
January 26, 202453min
Join hosts Bob and Lucas talk with Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson about the upcoming year.