Today
in Bloomington
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Athletics announced Monday that a bronze statue honoring late Hall of Fame coach Bob Knight will soon be placed in Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall south lobby next to the 1975-76 Hoosiers statues. Brian Hanlon of Hanlon Studios will design the tribute, which is fully funded by an anonymous supporter. Indiana Daily Student
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Beatles tribute band Abbey Road will debut their new show 'The Number Ones... and more' at Buskirk-Chumley Theater in Bloomington Thursday night; doors open at 7 p.m. and the performance starts at 7:30 p.m., featuring Beatles hits with costume changes — and narrated visual transitions that highlight different eras. Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ IU Media School launches a new journalism program this fall to fund up to 15 student reporters per semester covering underreported topics in southern Indiana. The initiative — housed at Franklin Hall and backed by a $300,000 Community Foundation grant — partners with Indiana Public Media to offer hands-on experience. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ INDOT plans to remove 50 oak trees for an $8M road project that will widen roads and add bicycle and turn lanes. The state will conduct removal — late winter or early spring — and has met resistance from officials and residents who want to save the trees. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana officials honored late Rep. Lee Hamilton, a 34-year congressman known for bipartisan leadership, with tributes including ordered flags at half-staff and commendations from local officials; his legacy endures at the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies (where he remained active until his final days). Indiana University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington reintroduced fluoride into its water on Jan. 28 after nearly five years of inconsistent supply caused by a bulk storage leak. The temporary system uses multiple smaller tanks to reduce safety risks and costs and will be integrated into a permanent upgrade via the Capital Improvement Program. Indiana Daily Student
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lamar Wilkerson scored 41 points to lead the Hoosiers to a 92-74 win over Oregon at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall Monday night in Bloomington. Coach Darian DeVries praised his performance, noting it as a key factor in the victory. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ IDS reporters shared predictions for Indiana baseball’s 2026 season, noting key games against UNC at Chapel Hill and a home series against Washington from March 6-8 at Bart Kaufman Field. They highlighted returning players, transfers, and young hitters as crucial for a rebound. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Northview defeated Edgewood 31 to 24 on Feb. 10 after a dramatic fourth-quarter surge — coach Stuckey said the team lost ground on defense, while Lighthouse Christian earned its first sectional win with a 65 to 32 Class 1A victory at Clay City, marking a historic milestone under coach Brown. The Herald-Times
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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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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.
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Brass Band Concert with Nick Hinman
8 p.m. — Auer Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of a breathtaking orchestral performance led by conductor Nick Hinman.
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feeble little horse Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — Tickets available now — Experience the unique sounds of feeble little horse live in concert.
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Shamrock Shuffle 5K
9 AM – 1 PM — Monroe County Fairgrounds — Registration fees apply — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive 5K Run/Walk.
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Bloomington Symphony Orchestra: Between Silence and Strauss
5-8 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Children FREE, Students $16, Adults $29 — Experience an evening of classical music featuring soloist Shawn Tairyu Head and award-winning performers.
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