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Carol Kugler

Bloomington

Food and Environmental Reporter at The Herald-Times

Food and environmental reporter at The Herald-Times; mother of two; canoeist, hiker, gardener, lover of nature and good books

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  • 2 weeks ago | spencereveningworld.com | Carol Kugler

    In the first six months of 2025, there are five Bloomington restaurants that have closed their doors. Some have social media posts stating plans for reopening are underway but some are gone forever. Bedrak Cafe, at 409 S. Walnut St., closed its doors in early January after seven years in business. Bedrak offered breakfast, brunch and special juices. As reported in an early column, the owners said inflation and rising prices were factors in their decision to close. Carson's BBQ, at 3878 W.

  • 2 weeks ago | tmnews.com | Carol Kugler

    In the first six months of 2025, there are five Bloomington restaurants that have closed their doors. Some have social media posts stating plans for reopening are underway but some are gone forever. Bedrak Cafe, at 409 S. Walnut St., closed its doors in early January after seven years in business. Bedrak offered breakfast, brunch and special juices. As reported in an early column, the owners said inflation and rising prices were factors in their decision to close. Carson's BBQ, at 3878 W.

  • 3 weeks ago | heraldtimesonline.com | Carol Kugler

    What do you get when you mix Hard Truth Distilling Co. with eight award-winning competitors from around the world who cook over open fires? The first Charred Truth World Food Championships Live Fire Invitational, a nationally recognized culinary contest in the hills of Brown County, Indiana. The spark for the new contest happened during the 2024 World Food Championships (WFC) in Indianapolis.

  • 4 weeks ago | heraldtimesonline.com | Carol Kugler

    Poison hemlock, a deadly plant that can harm both humans and animals, is spreading across Indiana. The plant resembles members of the carrot family but has key distinguishing features, such as purple-spotted stems and hairless leaves. Effective control methods include herbicides, mowing before flowering, and carefully removing plants with protective gear. There's a green and frilly looking plant growing across Indiana that can be deadly.

  • 1 month ago | heraldtimesonline.com | Carol Kugler

    The May 16 tornado that hit Monroe County has passed but the cleanup for residents who had land in the twister's path continues. Monroe County Emergency Management's news release states that residents affected by the storm are responsible for cleaning up their own debris but offers options for where it can be taken, as well as some potential help.

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20 Mar 24

RT @iuastro: For the first time this year, Kirkwood is scheduled to be open for public observing tonight, March 20, from 9:00-10:30pm. Skie…

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16 Feb 24

RT @lukemorey99: Eastern Greene @ Shakamak has been moved to Tuesday

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16 Feb 24

I plan to participate, both at my home birdfeeder, and also attending Saturday's Marsh Madness in Linton and Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area. @INFishWildlife

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