Today
in Bloomington
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University Bloomington offers a range of dining options for students using meal plans or paying as you go, including all you care to eat halls (such as Forest Dining Hall and McNutt). A guide from the Indiana Daily Student explains how to use CrimsonCards on campus to access meals and snacks. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington Parks and Recreation announced changes for Griffy Lake Boathouse’s 2026 season – updating hours and raising rental fees – with April weekend hours at 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., May through August daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and new rules requiring a state-issued photo ID. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington is advancing a water main upgrade near Hopewell. Parts of West Second Street and South Walker Street will close overnight on Mar. 19-20, Mar. 26-27, and Apr. 1 to complete essential utility work that aims to minimize disruption + maintain access to neighborhood businesses. The Herald-Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington-based Cook Medical partnered with IU to create an Interventional MRI Center of Excellence that will test new MRI-guided procedures to help patients and offer training for IU students. The new iMRI suite is set to debut in six months. The Herald-Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Daily Student's spring guide (originally published for housing advice) outlines five key traits for choosing roommates, including clear communication, cleanliness, respect for boundaries, financial responsibility and compatibility. It advises prospective tenants to discuss expectations before signing a lease. Indiana Daily Student
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County property transfers recorded between Feb. 20 and March 11 were reported by The B Square using Beacon's online mapping system — detailing multiple sales that highlight local market activity. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana track ended its indoor season in Fayetteville after three athletes (Veronica Hargrave, Camden Marshall and Trelee Banks) competed at the NCAA Indoor Championship on March 13-14. The team prepares for outdoor training ahead of the Raleigh Relays from March 26-28. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana baseball was swept at PK Park in Eugene as the team fell to a 1-5 conference record and 7-12 overall — they will face Vanderbilt in Nashville on Tuesday. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Indiana baseball team fell in a walk-off loss at Oregon's PK Park after building a five-run lead over three innings before the Ducks rallied late to secure a series sweep; they now sit 7-12 overall and will face Vanderbilt Tuesday at Hawkins Field in Nashville. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women's golf finished fourth at the Valspar Augusta Invitational at Forest Hills Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. Led by Sheridan Clancy's eighth finish, the Hoosiers shot a 13 over par team score over three rounds and will play next at the Liz Murphey Collegiate from March 28-30. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana softball won two of three games over Rutgers this weekend with dominant pitching in early wins but faltered in the final match; the team will face Indiana University Indianapolis (at Andy Mohr Field) Wednesday at 5 p.m. Indiana Daily Student
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Spring Break Bash: Booze Hounds & Friends
5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Celebrate Spring Break with bluegrass tunes from Booze Hounds, The Lowlanders, and Father Kentucky.
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Spring Equinox Market
12-6 p.m. — Switchyard Park — Check out 41 fantasy, pagan, and nature-based vendors along with food trucks at this vibrant market.
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Twin Talk // Fractured Performance
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Experience an evening of innovative jazz from local talents Kyle Quass, Brendan Keller-Tuberg, and Julian Douglas.
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GRB Benefit Featuring Tipa Tipo and Amy O
5-8 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of music benefiting the community with local artists Tipa Tipo and Amy O.
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Natalie Boeyink and IU JazzGirls Day Mentors Recital
7 p.m. — Ford-Crawford Hall — Reserve your seat now — Experience a breathtaking recital featuring Natalie Boeyink and talented IU JazzGirls Day mentors.
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Master’s Recital featuring Nina Royston
3 PM — Ford-Crawford Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of live performing arts in a breathtaking recital by soprano Nina Royston.
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Master’s Recital featuring Reagan Martin, Soprano
5 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tickets required — Experience the magic of a breathtaking recital performed by a talented soprano.
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Mike Doughty Solo Tour
8-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ event — Experience stripped-down performances from the iconic voice of alternative music.
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Senior Recital Featuring Connor Shimbashi on Tuba
1 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tickets required — Experience the magic of live performance with Connor Shimbashi's tuba recital.
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Senior Recital – Eowyn Bakke, Horn
7 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticket Purchase Required — Experience the enchanting sounds of Eowyn Bakke's horn recital in a breathtaking performance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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