Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University’s Byrnes Institute honored composer Arvo Pärt’s 90th birthday last Friday at the Simon Music Center with a guest lecture by Jeffers Engelhardt, a performance by the NOTUS Contemporary Vocal Ensemble, and a visit from Estonian ambassador Kristjan Prikk. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Monday, Jan.26, College Avenue (south of Third Street) will close for skybridge construction connecting the Convention Center to its expansion, with vehicle traffic rerouted to Rogers Street. A southbound lane reopens Feb.13 while curb work on the east lane lasts until June 26. Indiana Daily Student
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Bloomington can ease winter storm woes by clearing debris and applying deicers to driveways and walkways before snowfall (to prevent ice bonding) while following tips for pet safety and concrete care. The Herald-Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Beacon reported new Monroe County property transfers from Jan. 6 to Jan. 22, with sales ranging from $0 to $2.78 million, including a sale at 946 E Chambers PIKE for $405,000 (data sourced from the county’s online GIS system). The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Herald-Times reports area girls basketball stat leaders ahead of the final week of the regular season, with top players from Owen Valley (notably Aubrey Sparks) and Lighthouse Christian (Ellie Mae Winders) posting strong scoring, rebounding, and assist numbers as teams from Bloomington North and South also show strong performances. The Herald-Times
- ➤ South girls basketball saw milestones and setbacks as senior Julia Lashley broke her hand on Jan. 15 while nearing 1,000 points, triggering free left-handed layups in later games (she eventually scored 1,001 points) and junior Ellie Mae Winders reached 1,000 points during a home win at Shoals. The Herald-Times
- ➤ The Indiana Hoosiers will take the field at Memorial Stadium today to celebrate their 2025 national championship season with a planned ceremony for local fans. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball, winless in Big Ten play at 0-8 and 11-9 overall, will face Purdue (No. 62 NET) in the 33rd Barn Burner Trophy game today at noon at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette; the Hoosiers have won their last 13 matchups while Purdue comes off recent blowout losses. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Hoosiers men's tennis team lost to No. 2 Virginia on Friday as cold weather affected play, and their Cornell match on Saturday was canceled; the team will prepare for contests against Middle Tennessee State and Toledo on Feb. 1 at the IU Tennis Center in Bloomington. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Indiana Hoosiers hosted their National Championship celebration at Memorial Stadium—aired live on Big Ten Network via Sling—on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m. ET. The Herald-Times
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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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Indiana Vintage Market
All day — Monroe Convention Center — Check for ticket prices — Discover unique treasures and vintage finds at this beloved market event.
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Bloomington Polar Plunge
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Indiana University Memorial Stadium — Check website for registration details — Take the plunge to support Special Olympics athletes in a thrilling and chilly challenge.
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The World According to Sound
7-9 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Experience a unique sonic journey that transforms academic inquiry into immersive soundscapes.
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American Pirates Album Release
8-10 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $11.33 — Experience a surreal night of music with American Pirates and enjoy Food and Folklore.
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Oregon Ducks vs. Indiana Hoosiers Women's Basketball
1-3 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Affordable tickets available — Don't miss this exciting clash between the Ducks and Hoosiers in a thrilling women's basketball showdown.
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