This is an area for patients and their families thinking of - or already attending - the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute (MPRI) for proton radiation treatment to find out more about Bloomington during their stay. It is also intended to be a place to share information and support for, and by, such patients. Feel free to post your questions and information here, but realize your post may not appear for 24-72 hours after you post it, as all posts must be approved first. DISCLAIMER Material appearing here represents opinions offered by non-medically-trained persons. Comments shown here should never be interpreted as specific medical advice and must be used only as background information when consulting with a qualified medical professional. For clinical matters, individuals must make their own decisions on medical treatment that is best for them, based on their own research, the advice of their physicians and their own best judgement.

Whether you're an alum, an IU student's parent, or someone coming down for a visit, you can find out the current state by asking those of us still here.It's no surprise to anyone who's been away for more than a few months that things happen fast in Bloomington. Woods turn into classrooms. Parking lots turn into apartments. Apartments turn into parking lots. Ask your questions here to get answers from the people who live here.

This area is for anyone with questions or answers about activities, support services and other resources surrounding the process of aging in Bloomington. These discussions are followed by over 100 professionals in fields ranging from finances, medical, physical fitness, legal, caregiver support, and many more, to provide answers from a wide spectrum of viewpoints and expertise. These discussions are also a means for these professionals to collaborate and to stay current with each other to better serve the community at large.

Citizen Harry's forum is an ongoing dialogue about freedom and democracy in the United States of America. Citizen Harry represents the common person in the USA, one who takes his role as a citizen seriously. It's up to all of us to become informed, so we can make rational decisions about how we will personally affect our nation. Freedom is not a right, but a Start a new topic or join an existing one and start participating in our future:

Want to know more about the lakes and forests around Bloomington and the activities they provide? You've come to the right place! The team of experts from WGCL's "Outdoors Today" will be providing information and insight into the history, ecology, and developments affecting these areas. They also be focusing on the activities these areas provide. Whether you like boating, hiking, fishing, hunting, or just like to take an occasional picnic in these areas, everything you need to know can be found here. Local expert Buddy Bill Moser, Pro crappie fisherman Phil Rambo, and outdoor writer Don Jordan are here to keep you informed of the beautiful lakes and forests surrounding Bloomington, and if they don't cover something you want to know, then ask!

As we're finding, health doesn't necessarily come from pills and HMO's. The discussions in this area are to discuss alternative appoaches to the current corporate approach towards health.

Get advice and information about your pets or your pets-to-be from the team experts at Delilah's Pet Shop. Their knowledge covers fresh and saltwater fish, puppies, cats, and exotic mammals.

Most people need to find out about funeral arrangements at the worst possible time. We hope that this discusussion area can help you educate yourself about this process now, when you are in a rational frame of mind without having your thought processes distorted by emotional trauma. Buddy Fletcher, Director of Day Funeral Home will provide useful information about this, as well as answer any questions you have about this process.

We'd like to hear what you do, how you got started, and what took you off the paycheck path to pursue such an uncertain vocation. Pleaes note that this is not a place to post ads, or copy and paste your marketing messages. It's rather a person-to-person way to explain what you do, or to ask other businesses about theirs. Also, announcements fromr local business support organizations like the Chamber, BNI, Rainmakers, etc. are welcome as well.

Lois Smith-Weiss is a tax preparer, and is offering her knowledge and expertise to help us all through the tax process. She will provide tips and provide general answers to your tax questions, both to get you through the current season, and to better prepare yourself for the next.

Any candidate for a county office can have their own forum here by simply posting here and requesting it.

Who to vote for and why in the national election, campaign tactics.

Discussions surrounding current national and world events.

Isn't it tme that "Peace on Earth" is more than a tired greeting card sentiment? This area is to continue the discussions of preparing for peace rather than preparing for war.

Let your voice be heard with the new Bloomington Vibe forum! We welcome your feedback, letters to the editor, concerns, thoughts, and story ideas.

Current topics and events affecting the Bloomington area.

This is a place to discuss issues and events of interest to Bloomington's Libertarian party. This area is open to anyone, however, please no personal attacks. This a place for philosophical dicussions.

This is not about parties or candidates. It's about the process of getting elected - media coverage, how votes are counted, the process of caucuses, primaries, Electoral college, "Super Delegates", etc. Does the current system work, or would some change be beneficial?

This forum is dedicated to all things motorcycling. So, feel free to post events, ask and answer questions, and share your thoughts and stories about the open road.

Tell us a little bit about yourself. What's your connection to Bloomington? What do like about it? What do you do to entertain yourself here?

Often singles are viewed as a single bookend searching for it's match, pining away for their soulmate. However, this is not always the case. Many singles are quite happy to be single, but still enjoy dates, and find it easier to play tennis if there is someone on the other side of the net. Hopefully this part of the forum will help singles find each other, whether you are looking for a life partner or a tennis partner.