Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eight Indiana University faculty couples in Bloomington shared unique Valentine’s Day traditions, from monthly lunch dates to homemade dessert plans & family outings, highlighting their long-term commitments and cherished campus memories as they blended work with personal life. Indiana Daily Student
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington’s annual Black Market gathered small business owners, advocacy groups and city leaders Saturday at City Hall to celebrate Black History Month and honor the legacy of the firebombed market on Kirkwood Avenue. The event offered vendors a chance to showcase goods and groups a forum to discuss local policies. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ About 70 residents, builders & community partners met at City Hall Thursday to discuss Hopewell—the city’s largest housing development in progress since 2018. Mayor Thomson said the city is studying a move of the police headquarters to the site, and a round table will be held March 10 to gather input. Indiana Daily Student
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Curry Limited Partnership bought the former AMC theater at 1351 S. College Mall Road for nearly $5.3 million on Jan. 30 — the developer said there are no confirmed plans for the 8-acre property yet. The Herald-Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington South's Nick Russell won two matches at Evansville Semi-State on Saturday, Feb. 14 at Ford Center to secure a state berth and finish third; he posted a 15-0 tech fall and earned a pin in 26 seconds as most local wrestlers lost early. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana baseball's bullpen struggled in its opening series against North Carolina, with relievers giving up 21 runs across three games, including a walk-off homer in extra innings of the final game. The team will play Bradley at Bart Kauffman Stadium Tuesday at 4 p.m. (challenges remain). Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington South girls basketball lost 48-35 to Floyd Central in a Class 4A regional game at Bedford North Lawrence on Feb. 14. Injuries, illness, and missing players hampered the Panthers, causing them to fall behind early and struggle throughout the game. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington South senior Harper Eakin advanced to the 500 free B Finals at the IHSAA state meet at IU Natatorium in Indianapolis on Friday after a strong preliminary performance & sophomore diver Hadley Laughlin competed on Saturday at 9 a.m. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana men’s basketball sits at 17-8 overall and will seek a resume-boosting win today at State Farm Center in Champaign at 1 p.m. after winning five of its last six games to revive NCAA Tournament hopes. Indiana Daily Student
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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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Brownstone Midwest Supper Club: Dr. Allon Friedman
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Lennie's Brewpub — Cost varies — Engage in vibrant conversation and enjoy a talk on the state of medicine.
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