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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The county plan commission recommended downzoning over 200 parcels in Monroe County from HD to RES for the Maple Grove Baby Farms and Sunset Hill subdivisions to preserve the rural character amid ongoing annexation disputes—dissenters warned this could limit future housing options. Final approval by the three-member county board is expected at an upcoming Thursday meeting. The B Square Bulletin
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington South senior David Kovacs capped his swim career by winning state gold in the 100 backstroke and 200 individual medley while earning four state medals and a fourth Herald-Times Boys Swimmer of the Year award—his best meet yet. Coach Phil Cole said the team fixed his cramping by changing his training and diet—preparing Kovacs to swim at Indiana University. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Working media must submit written requests by noon Thursday, April 3 to receive credentials for the Women's Little 500 Bicycle Race on April 25 at 4 p.m. and the Men's race on April 26 at 2 p.m. at Indiana University in Bloomington — only approved media will receive infield passes with specific access levels. Indiana University
- ➤ Indiana introduced its 31st men’s basketball head coach, Darian DeVries, on Wednesday—he is a 49-year-old coach with a track record at West Virginia and Drake. DeVries said he plans to fill roster gaps through the transfer portal and build a team to help raise a sixth championship banner. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Anthony Leal, 2020 Indiana Mr. Basketball from Bloomington South (who played five seasons at IU), thanked Indiana basketball fans on Tuesday on social media. He said playing for IU was the honor of a lifetime and added his NIL earnings helped pay his sister’s college debt while he started a business for athletes to manage their deals. The Herald-Times
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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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USC at Indiana Baseball Game
12-4 p.m. — Bart Kaufman Field — Watch live baseball action — Catch USC taking on Indiana in an exciting college matchup.
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ZZ Top Concert
7:30-11 p.m. — Brown County Music Center — Ticketed event — Experience legendary rock blues infused with humor and high-energy performances from the iconic ZZ Top.
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Straight No Chaser: Top Shelf Tour
7:30 PM - 11:59 PM | Indiana University Auditorium | Check local listings for ticket prices | Enjoy an evening of captivating a cappella harmonies with Straight No Chaser.
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Hoosier Collegiate Invitational
2-5 p.m. — Bart Kaufman Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup between Indiana Hoosiers and Michigan State Spartans live.
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Self Journey Meditation
7-8 p.m. — Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center Library — Few tickets left — Experience a relaxing session with sound bowls enhancing your meditative state.
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2025 Indiana University Info Session
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Kelley School of Business — Free entry — Learn about Bain & Company and opportunities for undergraduate students from Indiana University alumni.
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The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
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