Today
in Bloomington
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ R.P. Lumber completed its acquisition of Bender Lumber, including the Bloomington location at 6002 W. State Road 46, and said customer service and jobs would remain unchanged. The deal expands the family-owned retailer’s network to 99 stores across six states. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Poindexter now offers a full bar along with its coffee shop at the Graduate by Hilton on E. Kirkwood Ave. Renovations finished in mid-Oct. 2025 and the business serves alcohol from 4 p.m., hosting weekly music events and trivia to attract students and hotel guests. Indiana Daily Student
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington will host multiple live music events this week as American Pirates launch their album release tour with a show at the Orbit Room Wednesday at 8 p.m. and Mariachi Herencia de México performs at the IU Auditorium Thursday at 7:30 p.m. (tickets vary) with more events later. Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ IU professors are updating AI policies as a 2024 task force report recommends approved tools like ChatGPT Edu (along with Adobe Firefly and Microsoft Copilot) and lets departments set course-specific rules. Faculty change lessons to help students learn to use AI safely for future job skills. Indiana Daily Student
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana softball ended the Littlewood Invitational on a 3-2 record after mixing strong hits with moments of weak offense. The Hoosiers will start the University of South Florida Tournament on Feb. 20 at 9 a.m. against Colgate University. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana softball debuted its new pitching staff at the Littlewood Invitational in Tempe last weekend. The team, featuring a freshman and three transfers, went 3-2 as a 23-0 win stood in sharp contrast to losses where late runs hurt their effort. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana wrestling's 5-dual home winning streak ended Sunday at Wilkinson Hall when No. 5 Nebraska beat the team 34-5, with only Jacob Moran winning his 125-pound bout. The Hoosiers will face Purdue at 7 p.m. Feb. 20 to close their season. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana basketball lost 71-51 to No. 7 Illinois on Feb. 15 at State Farm Arena. The team struggled with rebounding (15 offensive rebounds and 13 second-chance points by Illinois) and coach Darian DeVries said tougher physicality is needed. The Herald-Times
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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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