Friday, March 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University Health awarded a $250,000 grant to Pantry 279 on March 20th to support expanding services that combat food insecurity in Monroe County and beyond—funds will be distributed over three years to improve food delivery and pickup operations. The Bloomingtonian
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former IU basketball player Butch Carter joins four others in asking a court for permission to file a suit against IU Trustees and trainer Tim Garl—saying team doctor Dr. Bomba gave them unwanted exams during physicals—and they claim the school did nothing to stop the abuse. WTHR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana’s data center industry is expanding as new projects in Franklin Township and Pittsboro raise questions about water use, environmental impact, and tax benefits—neighbors in Franklin Township will meet on April 2 and again on April 16 to discuss these concerns while Pittsboro residents worry about noise and traffic from the development. Local officials noted that a 50-year tax abatement may mean less money stays in small communities. WTHR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arrick Jackson was named chancellor of Indiana University Northwest effective July 1 — he served as provost and senior vice president at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Jackson plans to lead the urban campus that serves over 3,000 students and build on its strong foundation. Indiana University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local letter carriers and postal workers will gather Sunday, March 23, on the Monroe County Courthouse lawn from 1 to 2 p.m. to protest a plan that would strip the Postal Service of its independence—officials warn the changes risk up to 7.9 million jobs and cuts to key services. The Bloomingtonian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County will offer a mobile clinic on March 31 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Monroe County Public Library Southwest Branch—hosted by the Indiana Department of Health and Monroe County Health Department—to provide the MMR vaccine to unvaccinated individuals and children with a parent or guardian present. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Darian DeVries was named the 31st head coach of Indiana men's basketball on Tuesday. His strong record at Drake and proven turnaround at West Virginia — where he improved the team's wins — have raised hopes for a rebuilt program in Bloomington. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana University offers fans a guide to its 24 varsity and many club sports with highlights in football, basketball, soccer, swimming and baseball. The guide explains that the football team—led by first-year coach Curt Cignetti—had an 11-1 season and will host its spring game on April 19 while the women’s soccer program names new head coach Josh Rife after a recent resignation. Indiana Daily Student
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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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