Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington offers free metered parking until at least Sunday due to heavy snowfall making meter access difficult, with a reassessment planned for snow clearance. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Pat East steps down as Executive Director of The Mill, a pivotal organization in Bloomington's startup ecosystem, with John Fernandez appointed as Interim Director. The Bloomingtonian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A late-night fire on S Strain Ridge Road resulted in significant damage to a Bloomington home, though all occupants and a cat were safely evacuated without injuries. The Bloomingtonian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington Watercolor Society Gallery to showcase a retrospective exhibit celebrating the art and legacy of Linda Meyer-Wright with 32 works on display from January 14 to April 28, 2025. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Bloomington's long weekend will feature above-freezing temperatures, facilitating activities such as dance parties, cat yoga, and tributes including Dolly Parton drag shows and memorials for local legend Janis Stockhouse. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Harmony School in Bloomington, Indiana, celebrates 50 years of fostering holistic education that emphasizes creativity, individuality, and community involvement from early childhood through high school. The Bloomingtonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The League of Women Voters and the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce will host a virtual legislative update with Indiana legislators on January 25 to discuss state developments. The Bloomingtonian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ IU Health announced a security breach discovered on Nov. 8 that may have exposed patients' medical records and Social Security numbers, and has offered 12 months of credit monitoring to those affected. The Herald-Times
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Paul Miller joins the Indiana women's basketball team as director of scouting and analytics after serving as an assistant coach for the WNBA's Indiana Fever. Indiana Daily Student
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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
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Heartsaver Adult/Child/Infant First Aid, AED, and CPR Course
This course, certified by the American Heart Association, provides essential First Aid, AED, and CPR training for adults, infants, and children.
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Moms Unhinged Standup Comedy Show
A night of clean comedy featuring performances by renowned comedians exploring themes of motherhood and personal life at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.
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