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Thursday, January 30th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bloomington's East Third Street and College Mall Road intersection will close overnight for final repairs following a water main break.  The Herald-Times
  • The Bloomington Fire Department conducted ice water rescue training to ensure preparedness for emergencies and shared vital winter safety tips with the public.  The Bloomingtonian

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A bicyclist was injured after colliding with a bus on a contentious stretch of East Seventh Street in Bloomington, where stop signs had been removed to expedite bike traffic.  The Herald-Times

CULTURE NEWS

  • Indiana University partners with Asian American Association for a Lunar New Year Formal, featuring cultural performances, traditional food, and a fashion show to celebrate the Year of the Wood Snake.  Indiana Daily Student
  • Prairie Scout, led by Natalie Ingalls, will release their debut album 'What’s Ahead is Behind Me' on Jan. 31, exploring life's cyclical nature and emotional landscapes through indie rock.  Indiana Daily Student

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Sigma Delta Tau sorority at IU is suspended for hazing, marking the university's first disciplinary action of the year against a Greek organization.  Indiana Daily Student
  • Monroe County Community School Corporation has raised childcare fees to align with market rates, impacting parents with increased costs for infant to preschool programs.  Indiana Daily Student

SPORTS NEWS

  • Bloomington high schools showcased strong performances in sports, with Bloomington South's boys swimming team breaking a 200 free relay record and various wins across boys and girls swimming, basketball, and gymnastics from Jan. 27-Feb. 1.  The Herald-Times

EVENTS

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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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  • Agilities© Coach Training for Indiana Educators

    This free two-day training offers K-12 educators in Indiana the chance to achieve Agilities© Coach Certification while learning valuable resources for career literacy skills.

    Tue, 2/11/25

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  • Bloomington Indiana Creative Scavenger Hunt

    A fun and engaging scavenger hunt that takes participants through curated locations in Bloomington, featuring creative tasks and challenges, suitable for individuals, families, and groups.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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  • Kodo Drummers: A Taiko Experience

    The Kodo Drummers bring their powerful Taiko drumming performance to Bloomington, showcasing a blend of traditional and world music through athletic and energetic displays.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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  • Purdue Boilermakers vs Indiana Hoosiers Basketball Game

    The Purdue Boilermakers will face the Indiana Hoosiers in a NCAA Men's Basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

    Sun, 2/23/25

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