Today
in Bloomington
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seoul National University musicians showcased traditional and modern Korean music at IU’s Shreve Auditorium Monday night during the final leg of their 2026 Global Exchange Project. The hour-long performance mixed solo pieces with ensemble collaborations to connect local audiences with Korea’s musical heritage. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Earth Connection Film Festival will show international, award-winning short films at IU Cinema on Earth Day, April 22, featuring three themed screenings, a plant propagation party, cash prizes, and an environmental research study. The free event is supported by IU partners + the Earth Rising Foundation. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Bloomington honored Elizabeth Mitchell as the 2026 Living Legend for her 50+ years preserving local African American history; the Black History Month gala honoring her will be held on Feb. 28 at Woolery Mill. Tickets cost $60 and must be purchased in advance. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local tutor Makailya Rice is helping kids explore Black history through The Legacy Collection workbook during Black History Month. The project features stories of innovators like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks (inspiring students to believe in their potential). WTHR
- ➤ IU Chancellor David Reingold answered questions during a Monday Q&A with Student Government and addressed free speech, IU President Pamela Whitten’s raise, and non-traditional student concerns. He noted the use of Chicago Principles (guidelines for free speech) and called for class time adjustments for older students. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington High School North is set to receive $8 million in upgrades for athletic facilities including a new track and field throwing area, synthetic turf soccer field, batting cages, and more. Construction will begin in March and finish in fall with funds coming entirely from bonds so classroom resources remain intact. WTHR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington is accepting applications for the 2026 Downtown Outreach grants to support nonprofits addressing opioid addiction. Nonprofits providing prevention, treatment, recovery and housing stability services must apply by 5 p.m. on March 13, with grant awards announced by April 6 (program funded by opioid settlement money). The Herald-Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana baseball's bullpen struggled in Jacksonville — giving up 14 runs — and the team is set to face Xavier University today at 2 p.m. at Hayden Field in Cincinnati. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball faces Rutgers at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Jersey Mike’s Arena in Piscataway. The Hoosiers, tied in Big Ten standings and coming off a 72-65 win over Oregon, will battle to secure a tournament spot — balanced scoring is their key focus. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana basketball announced former Pacers executive Ryan Carr as its new executive director of basketball on Monday, Feb. 23. Carr, an IU alumnus, will help with player evaluation and roster-building as IU prepares for its portal opening on April 7. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana hosted Northwestern on Tuesday at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in a critical Big Ten game for an NCAA Tournament berth. The matchup featured top scorers (Lamar Wilkerson and Nick Martinelli) as part of the Hoosiers' key home stand. The Herald-Times
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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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Master’s Recital – Carl Ek, Clarinet
5 PM — Ford-Crawford Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience an enchanting evening of live clarinet performance.
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Junior Recital – Allison Sharp, Soprano
7 PM — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticketed entry — Experience the breathtaking performance of soprano Allison Sharp at this enchanting junior recital.
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Hairbangers Ball Concert
9 PM - 12 AM — The Bluebird — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling night of rock classics with Hairbangers Ball.
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