Good morning, Bloomington.

FedEx will close its Bloomington ship center at 3900 W.

Roll Ave on Feb. 28, and it has offered employee relocation help (job placement assistance) while residents may see fewer local job options. Customers can access alternate drop boxes and shipping counters in the area.

A local column outlines five crafting projects for 2026 that let residents reconnect with creativity and de-stress through simple, budget-friendly activities; ideas include paper chains, DIY frames + air-dry clay crafts aimed at sparking fun and community amid trending social media influences.

Indiana University’s online programs earned top rankings as the Kelley Direct Online MBA was rated No. 1 nationally, online bachelor’s degrees ranked No. 1 in Indiana, and online master’s in education 13th nationally, officials said.

The rankings from U.S. News and World Report underline IU’s commitment to high-quality, flexible learning.

Indiana University students can access free legal help for civil issues such as landlord disputes, traffic tickets and lease questions at Student Legal Services near the Indiana Memorial Union.

The office reviews intake forms online or in person and begins appointments within one business day.

The Monroe County Community School Corporation board approved transferring up to 12.5 million dollars from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund + updated the Teacher Appreciation Grant program with new state rules at Tuesday’s meeting and launched a financial transparency portal for the community to track spending.

Lawmakers modified a bill to allow teachers to optionally display the 10 Commandments in classrooms, and it passed the House Education Committee on Tuesday (8-3 vote).

It now awaits a full House vote by Thursday at the Indiana Statehouse.

Cassie Hauswald, a Bloomington resident and Hoosier native, leads The Nature Conservancy in Indiana with plans to protect 10,000 acres and improve water quality; she brings experience from tree planting and bison restoration to her role.

Appointed last October, she plans to connect natural areas and promote renewable energy.

Indiana University researchers are engineering brain organoids from blood samples to study Alzheimer’s disease and explore new treatment targets today.

The project brings bioengineering and biocomputing teams together in Bloomington + at other IU labs to unlock insights for improved patient care.

Bloomington South applied to join the Hoosier Hills Conference; a vote is expected in mid-April and if approved, all sports membership will begin in 2027-28—improving scheduling with familiar rivals.

Indiana’s near-win against Purdue last night tested the Hoosiers’ NCAA Tournament hopes; bracketologists now list Indiana as on the bubble (first four out) while Purdue, despite late-game struggles, is poised for a top seed with the field set to be revealed on Mar.

15.

Purdue basketball lost 72-67 to Indiana on Jan.

27 at Assembly Hall. A late scoring run led Purdue to drop from top-five status to a tie for sixth in the Big Ten.

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.

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.

Indiana Vintage Market

All day — Monroe Convention Center — Check for ticket prices — Discover unique treasures and vintage finds at this beloved market event.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sword II Live Concert

9:00 – 11:00 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — Tickets on sale now — Experience the thrilling live performance of Sword II in Bloomington for their first time ever.