Today
in Bloomington
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The BEDC is teaming up with local businesses to grow the economy after last year's $1 billion in investments and 900 new jobs, and it will boost life sciences and manufacturing in Monroe County in 2026. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A water pipe break on Wednesday damaged IU’s Radio-Television Building, affecting Media School offices, Art History rooms, and a film editing suite (Room 326) which will remain closed until repaired, though next semester’s classes are not impacted as cleanup teams use fans and a restoration service. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Indiana University chapter of Chi Phi was suspended on Dec. 19 and ordered to disband, as the Office of Student Life announced. The suspension follows an earlier hazing related recruitment ban from Aug. 19 to Oct. 28, marking it as one of 10 groups under disciplinary action. Indiana Daily Student
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana football celebrated its first Rose Bowl win on Thursday afternoon by beating Alabama 38-3 in the CFP quarterfinals. The historic milestone boosts team pride as the program looks ahead to future contests. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington fans cheered as IU won the Rose Bowl over Alabama on Jan. 1 at local venues, with community gatherings capturing the excitement. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Indiana football ended Richards’ Report Card with a historic Rose Bowl win against Alabama, 38-3, in Pasadena. The team will face Oregon in the Peach Bowl as its season advances & high hopes linger. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Tickets for the College Football playoffs are now on sale for the Peach Bowl (Oregon vs. Indiana on Friday, Jan. 9 at 7:30 p.m. ET, starting at $173) and the Fiesta Bowl (Ole Miss vs. Miami on Thursday, Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m. ET, starting at $162). The Herald-Times
- ➤ On Friday, Jan.2, 16 area wrestlers advanced from sectionals held at Indian Creek and Mt. Vernon, with teams like Bloomington South, North, Edgewood, and Owen Valley battling injuries and tough matches + qualifying wrestlers head to the regional meet on Jan.10. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Michigan State receiver Nick Marsh is set to visit Indiana Jan. 3-4 and Notre Dame Jan. 5-6, with an optional extra visit, according to On3Sports. The All-Big Ten honoree had 100+ catches for 1,311+ yards and nine touchdowns last season. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football beat Alabama 38-3 at the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1, 2026. Redshirt junior QB Fernando Mendoza threw three touchdown passes, won the Heisman Trophy, and fans cheered IU’s first Rose Bowl trip since 1968. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Hoosiers football coaches plan to add 15-20 transfers as they prepare for 2026 after losing over 25 seniors; they will target key positions like quarterback, running back, and defense ahead of the Peach Bowl (aiming to boost depth with experienced players). The Herald-Times
- ➤ The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers celebrated their historic Rose Bowl win with the launch of commemorative prints at USA TODAY Co. Store. Fans can collect prints featuring key moments from the win — including the Big Ten Championship, the first Hoosier Heisman, and coach Curt Cignetti. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football beat Alabama 38-3 in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 2, leaving ESPN’s Paul Finebaum to criticize the game and note that Indiana played like a team led by Nick Saban. Fans are now discussing the strong performance following Alabama’s historic loss. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football won a historic 38-3 game on Thursday at the Rose Bowl, and athletic director Scott Dolson praised the fans' support (this win advanced the team to a Peach Bowl clash with Oregon on Jan. 9 in Atlanta). Indiana Daily Student
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Mama Said String Band with Chris Dollar
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy live music from Mama Said String Band and Chris Dollar at a top-rated Bloomington venue.
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2026 IU Winter ID Camp
5:00 a.m. to 4:59 a.m. — Mellencamp Pavilion, Bloomington, IN — Registration fee applies — A developmental camp for high school soccer players aiming for collegiate play.
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Catalpa Concert Featuring This Burning Ghost
7-11 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic tunes of Sean South by Catalpa and dive into the world of live music.
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WFIU's The Soul Kitchen Dance Party
6:30 p.m. — Franklin Hall — Free entry — A vibrant evening of soul, funk, and music, featuring a dance lesson and DJ set.
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Dylan Ryan Performance
6:30-9:30 a.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a morning filled with live music from the Benton / Myers / Garber Trio and Dylan Ryan.
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Ben Cartha Fowler Project & Sam Finley Trio
6:30-10 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Experience a lively jazz double feature with local talent and enjoy food and drink.
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Falun Dafa Meditation Workshop
5-6:30 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Discover the peaceful practices of Falun Dafa through meditation and exercises.
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Umphrey's McGee Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Bluebird — $86-$144 — Enjoy an electrifying evening with live music from Umphrey's McGee at a popular local venue.
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Dakota Curtis & The Dark / Dandelioness / Paul Bertsch Band
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Celebrate new music releases from three local acts with an enjoyable evening of live performances.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man.
~ Heraclitus
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