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Friday, March 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Maurer School of Law's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program offers free tax filing assistance to Indiana residents earning $67,000 or less, helping them access significant tax benefits. Indiana Daily Student
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emil Wakim, a Bloomington native and former Comedy Attic employee, has joined the cast of Saturday Night Live for its 50th season, reflecting on his journey from Midwest comedy scenes to national television. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington offers numerous open mic events as low-pressure environments for both new and experienced comedians to test and refine their material, with local venues fostering a supportive comedy scene. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ IU Jacobs School of Music stages 'The Turn of the Screw,' an opera exploring psychological suspense, directed by Michael Shell with performances on March 7 and 8. Indiana Daily Student
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington opens applications for the 2025 Green Home Improvement Program, offering rebates to homeowners for clean energy and efficiency upgrades, aiming to advance environmental and economic equity. City of Bloomington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington introduced an interactive online tool called Crash Hub to enhance traffic safety through data-driven insights and support the Safe Streets for All Initiative. City of Bloomington
- ➤ Samuel Ujdak was selected as the Monroe County Democratic Party chair, prioritizing the restoration of community spaces and enhancing local engagement. Indiana Daily Student
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington restaurants are offering a diverse range of soups, from jjigae to chili, ensuring the tradition of serving hearty bowls of comfort continues. The Herald-Times
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Indiana Heritage Quilt Show and Workshops
The Indiana Heritage Quilt Show features workshops led by renowned instructors and showcases innovative textile art, along with cash awards for quilt entries.
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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 all age groups.
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Lotus Blossoms Performance by Larry & Joe
Larry & Joe, a duo blending Venezuelan and Appalachian folk music, will perform at the John Waldron Arts Center in Bloomington after their popular appearance at the 2023 Lotus Festival.
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Folias Duo Performance at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music
Folias Duo will present a classical music concert at the prestigious Indiana University Jacobs School of Music.
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Indiana Hoosiers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Baseball Game
The Indiana Hoosiers will compete against the Ohio State Buckeyes in a live baseball matchup at Bart Kaufman Field.
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Paul Cauthen Live at The Bluebird
Paul Cauthen, known for his powerful music and messages of forgiveness, will perform songs from his latest collection 'Have Mercy' at The Bluebird in Bloomington.
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Guided Tour of Islamic Texts
3-4:30 p.m. | The Lilly Library | Free entry | Explore rare Islamic manuscripts with expert guidance from Michael Krautkraemer.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: New Orleans Songbook
Experience an enchanting jazz concert featuring the New Orleans Songbook at the Indiana University Auditorium.
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Sam Barber's Restless Mind Tour
8-9:30 p.m. | The Bluebird | Cost information TBA | Experience one of country music's rising stars on his nationwide debut tour.
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DINO Trail Run – Paynetown
9 AM — Dunn Meadow — Registration Fee — Experience the rugged terrain and beautiful views of the Pate Hollow Trail in a challenging 15k run.
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