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in Bloomington
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ed Dathe converted his century-old Model A truck into a working snowplow, and the vintage vehicle is set to clear roads during upcoming winter storms. Neighbors have admired its unique design (a nod to local ingenuity) since photos were taken last December. The Herald-Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, a local hiker enjoyed a brisk winter hike on the Rock Shelter Trail in Morgan Monroe State Forest, a three-mile loop with rugged gravel, scenic wooded paths, and a historic rock shelter near Bloomington. The trail reminds visitors to value and protect these natural landmarks. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City of Bloomington has revised its sanitation pickup schedule as delays continue from Winter Storm Fern and low windchill temperatures. Pickup will resume tomorrow, Jan. 28, and residents should keep carts off streets until service restarts. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Monroe County Highway Department crews spent 48 hours clearing roads during a snowstorm that dropped 12-16 inches and pre-treated 700 miles with a salt-brine (beet juice mixed in), sand, and salt. The crews rested Monday and resumed early Tuesday to keep roads safe. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana lawmakers may repeal Hunter’s Law that helps kids manage diabetes in class, urging a shift in existing safeguards amid ongoing debate on federal versus state protections. Rep. Cash plans to propose an amendment today to prevent the law’s removal as the bill moves forward. WTHR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University researchers are advancing musculoskeletal health by developing drug treatments and mobile screening units to improve bone recovery and deliver care in local communities. Their work partners with regional orthopedic leaders in Warsaw to help Hoosiers move better & live healthier lives. Indiana University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana football fans have embraced head coach Curt Cignetti as his leadership is credited with reviving the team’s confidence and winning attitude at Memorial Stadium — a change that has brought excitement to local games. Since his hiring, the team has rarely lost and reached the playoffs. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana men's basketball will try for its first ranked win tonight at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall against No. 12 Purdue; the Hoosiers build on Friday's 82-59 road win over Rutgers with strong play from Tucker DeVries, Lamar Wilkerson, and Nick Dorn. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana wrestling maintained a perfect record with a 32-13 conference win over Michigan State on Monday in Bloomington — four technical falls and one pin marked the victory. The team will face No. 12 Illinois in Champaign on Friday. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana basketball commit Vaughn Karvala, ranked No. 40 nationally, helped Bella Vista Prep beat IMG Academy 66-32 on Jan. 18. The 6-foot-7 forward signed with IU and said he is eager to join teammate Prince-Alexander Moody and build his game. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Readers may vote until Thursday, Jan.29 in the IU Health Herald-Times Athlete of the Week poll featuring local high school athletes from basketball and track. Last week’s winner was Reece Roberts from Edgewood boys basketball while nominees include standout players from Eastern Greene, South, North and Lighthouse Christian. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana University football's historic national championship win was celebrated with a fitting soundtrack as songs like Indiana, Our Indiana and Hurts So Good echoed from Memorial Stadium (Jan. 25) and Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, capping a perfect season with a 27-21 win in Florida. Indiana Daily Student
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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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Laid Back Country Picker Live
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $24.72 — Enjoy an evening of good music and a friendly atmosphere with Laid Back Country Picker and The Hammer and the Hatchet.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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