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Monday, March 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ira Helfand, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient and anti-nuclear advocate, will speak in Bloomington on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at First United Church — 2420 E. Third St. — on how to prevent nuclear war. Singer-songwriter Carrie Newcomer and Robert Meitus will open the event with music as part of a program sponsored by local peace groups. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 100 people gathered at the Monroe County Courthouse on March 23rd to protest potential changes to the U.S. Postal Service—workers and supporters said the changes could disrupt mail delivery and employee conditions. The Herald-Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local classic car fans have maintained a 20-year tradition by meeting at Hardee’s on most Thursday evenings when the weather is fair—members display a variety of classic cars and trucks at the weekly cruise-in. Although member Mike Piskos was vacationing in Greece during a recent cold night, many enthusiasts still gathered indoors to talk and admire vehicles when conditions improved. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana women’s basketball lost 53 to 64 to South Carolina in the NCAA Tournament Round of 32 at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia—Indiana had five turnovers in the third quarter that allowed the Gamecocks to build an 11-point lead before the game ended. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana wrestling reached a historic milestone at the NCAA Championships in Philadelphia from March 20th to 22nd when the Hoosiers tied for a top 25 finish with 18.5 points and DJ Washington earned All-American honors after key wins—an achievement not seen since 2017. Two other wrestlers advanced in the tournament and three qualifiers remain eligible for next season—raising hopes for future success. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Two former Hoosiers, Larry Richardson Jr. and Butch Carter, joined three other players in a lawsuit against IU trustees and trainer Tim Garl. The suit, filed Oct. 15 and later updated to include Garl, claims the university failed to act on complaints about sexual abuse by a former team doctor. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ No. 10 Indiana women's water polo lost to No. 8 Arizona State 16-11 in a conference match in Tempe; the team was outscored in the fourth quarter and remains winless in conference play (0-3). The Hoosiers will return home at noon March 29 to face California at the Counsilman-Billingsley Aquatic Center in Bloomington. Indiana Daily Student
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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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Aikido Seminar with John Messores Shihan
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Aikido of Suenaka-Ha Indiana — All experience levels welcome — Dive into an enriching Aikido seminar led by a renowned Shihan.
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