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February 13, 2026 Newsletter
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Now’s the Time to Renew Your Membership!
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If you haven’t renewed your membership yet, this is your moment. Your Chamber membership is more than a listing or a logo; it’s a powerful investment in visibility, connections, advocacy, and opportunities that help your business grow, and our entire community thrive.
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Renewing ensures you continue receiving valuable benefits, including networking events, promotional platforms, business resources, and a strong voice at the local and regional levels.
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We’re building exciting programs, partnerships, and initiatives in the year ahead, and we want you to be part of everything that’s coming next. You can renew quickly and easily online, or if you haven’t yet renewed, you’ll receive a renewal form in the mail next week. Don’t miss out, renew today and stay connected to the momentum.
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Power Your Business - Ivy Tech
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11:30 - Lunch and Networking
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12:00 - 1:00 - Presentation
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Join us for an informative session designed to give local employers practical insights they can put to use right away. This program will feature Adam Gross, Vice Chancelor, Ivy Tech who will share how recent initiatives and program expansions are directly supporting local businesses and strengthening our regional workforce.
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Learn how developments such as nursing and fire academy program growth are helping meet workforce demands, discover opportunities for businesses to connect with Ivy Tech’s life sciences collaborations, hear updates on the Cook Center and how it will serve as a resource for workforce development and community engagement, and explore ways employers can engage with students through career fairs and talent pipeline partnerships.
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Coffee Conection at Edgewood Coffee Corral
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Join us to network with fellow chamber members and discuss issues that are on your mind. Support the student-run Edgewood Coffee Corral by purchasing a beverage. The event is free to attend.
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Afterward, you can learn about Edgewood’s internship program at the Internship Fair.
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Edgewood High School Coffee Corral –
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New Sponsorship Packages Available
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We’re excited to introduce our new Chamber Sponsorship Packages, created to help your business support the Chamber while gaining meaningful visibility and engagement. Whether your focus is business education, community and government advocacy, or high-profile Chamber events, there’s a package designed to fit your goals, each with built-in savings. Learn more and find the right fit for your business at the link below.
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Reorganization 2026: Community Meetings Continue
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Local leaders and residents are exploring a proposed reorganization of the Town of Ellettsville and Richland Township to strengthen local governance, protect essential services, and plan responsibly for future growth.
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The Reorganization Committee meets every other Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Ellettsville Town Hall, with the next upcoming meeting on February 18th. Community members are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and stay informed as the process moves forward.
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THE WAIT IS OVER — BATTLE OF THE BADGES IS BACK!
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Mark your calendars and get ready for the most anticipated showdown of the year!
BATTLE OF THE BADGES returns on March 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM, and it’s shaping up to be bigger, louder, and more intense than ever.
It’s POLICE vs FIRE - bragging rights are on the line. This annual clash brings the community together for an unforgettable night of competition, energy, and nonstop excitement.
Bring your friends, bring the noise, and come witness the rivalry that everyone’s been talking about.
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Council Member Marty Hawk files to serve Four more years
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Monroe County, IN - Long-time incumbent Monroe County Council Member Marty Hawk (R)filed for re-election on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Hawk represents District 3, located in theNorth and Western parts of the county, encompassing the towns of Ellettsville and Stinesville.Hawk, a local real estate professional and community advocate, was first appointed to serve asa Council Member in 1988 after being …
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Community Foundation of Bloomington & Monroe County Invests $300K to Launch News Lab at The Media School at Indiana University
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The Community Foundation of Bloomington & Monroe County is investing $300,000 over two years to establish a new local news student learning lab at The Media School at Indiana University to strengthen local journalism across southern Indiana. The local news lab will partner with existing local news organizations to expand coverage of underreported community issues — while providing students with …
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Are you a Chamber member? Do you have a job to fill? Post it free on our job board and in our newsletter. Email information to Jill
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Adalie Allen State Farm Now Hiring
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Our agency in Bloomington is growing and we’re always on the lookout for talented and results-oriented people who care about serving their local community.
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Thank you to our Premium Partners!
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Thank you to our Executive Partners!
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