Saturday, January 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A retired firefighter rescued a 21-year-old woman from her burning vehicle after a New Year's Day crash outside his home. The Herald-Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Following a burglary investigation, authorities in Monroe County recovered a stolen tractor valued at $100,000 along with other items, leading to the arrest of three on drug charges. The Bloomingtonian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington, Indiana, anticipates heavy snowfall, freezing rain, and sleet starting Sunday, with officials advising residents to prepare for hazardous travel conditions and potential power outages. Indiana Daily Student
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University quarterback Kurtis Rourke will undergo ACL surgery after playing a record-breaking season with a re-torn ACL. WTHR
- ➤ Indiana football enhances its offensive line by securing a commitment from former Ohio State lineman Zen Michalski, a move aimed at strengthening the team's roster. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana secured a victory over Rutgers with a final score of 84-74, marking their seventh win in the last eight games. WTHR
- ➤ Indiana men's basketball forward Malik Reneau suffered a knee injury 30 seconds into the game against Rutgers but is 'doing okay', according to teammate feedback. Indiana Daily Student
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2025 Indiana University Winter ID Camp for Soccer Prospects
The Winter ID Camp offers high school players a chance to develop their skills and be evaluated for collegiate soccer opportunities.
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2025 IU Winter Identification Camp
The 2025 IU Winter ID Camp offers high school soccer players an evaluative and developmental experience to prepare for collegiate play.
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From Page to Stage: A Discussion with Playwright Sandy Rustin
The event features playwright Sandy Rustin discussing the transformation of literary works into theatrical performances, presented by the Union Board and IU Auditorium.
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Essential First Aid and CPR Training by American Heart Association
This hands-on event provides vital training in first aid and CPR techniques to help participants confidently handle emergencies.
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Clue - The Musical at Indiana University Auditorium
Experience a delightful performance of 'Clue - The Musical', a touring theater production at the Indiana University Auditorium.
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CACR Speaker Series Featuring Jeffrey Tully
This event will feature cybersecurity expert Jeffrey Tully as part of the CACR Speaker Series, aimed at sharing insights and research on cybersecurity issues.
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Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Indiana Hoosiers Women's Basketball
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights face off against the Indiana Hoosiers in a women's basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
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Heartsaver First Aid, AED, and CPR Course for Adults and Children
This American Heart Association-certified course provides essential training in First Aid, AED, and CPR for adults, infants, and children.
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PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training
This comprehensive training course offers 32 hours of instructor-led instruction in project management, preparing attendees for the PMP certification with real-world examples, mock exams, and case studies.
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Heartsaver First Aid, AED, and CPR Course for Adults, Children, and Infants
This American Heart Association-certified course provides essential training in First Aid, AED, and CPR for adults, children, and infants.
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