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Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • IU junior Edwin Shipp aims to win at the Chilly Cook-Off during Bloomington's Freezefest to support Mother Hubbard's Cupboard, a food access charity, with a vegetarian chili that includes a local beer.  Indiana Daily Student
  • As dangerously low temperatures hit Bloomington, individuals experiencing homelessness, like Michael Williams, seek refuge in overcrowded shelters, facing the severe risks of cold exposure.  Indiana Daily Student
  • The annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration in Bloomington focused on storytelling and the arts to inspire activism and community involvement.  Indiana Daily Student

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Indiana's high school students will have new graduation requirements starting next year, offering three customizable pathways focusing on preparation for higher education, employment, or military service.  The Herald-Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • David Henry, the Monroe County Democratic Party chair, will not seek re-election due to new family responsibilities and to ensure leadership continuity.  Indiana Daily Student

SPORTS NEWS

  • Indiana University's football team, after their best season ever, faces skepticism in early rankings for the 2025 College Football Playoff despite key players returning.  The Herald-Times
  • Indiana's men's basketball team secured a narrow victory over Ohio State despite the absence of Malik Reneau and Bryson Tucker due to injuries, with their participation in the next game against Northwestern remaining uncertain.  Indiana Daily Student

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 1/23/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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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.

    Tue, 1/28/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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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.

    Tue, 2/4/25

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  • Hadestown: A Tony Award Winning Musical

    Hadestown is a critically acclaimed musical that intertwines the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice with a transformative score, showcasing the power of song to influence fate.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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  • Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Indiana Hoosiers Women's Basketball

    The Rutgers Scarlet Knights will face off against the Indiana Hoosiers in a women's college basketball game at the Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • Heartsaver First Aid/AED/CPR Course for Adults, Children, and Infants

    This American Heart Association certified course provides essential training in First Aid, AED, and CPR for all ages.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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