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Rice N Spice Punjabi Cuisine opened on March 15 at 1795 E.

10th St. (in the former Lennie's restaurant location) and serves Punjabi curries, rice bowls, wraps, protein smoothies and special teas that bring North Indian flavor to the north side of town.

Simon Property Group updated its online list of malls, including College Mall in Bloomington, to honor late leader David Simon who died March 22 as his son Eli Simon now leads the company.

The list shows a range of shopping venues from indoor centers to outlets in Indiana and nationwide.

A local columnist explores four iconic Bloomington buildings that show the city’s evolving architectural style, from the 1920s Buskirk-Chumley Theater to the recently completed mid-century modern dormitory by Mies van der Rohe.

The piece highlights how the layered design shapes Bloomington’s unique character.

Granfalloon returns in 2026 with expanded arts and humanities programming across Bloomington in partnership with IU.

The festival's main stage concert series moves to Switchyard Park with concerts on June 20, July 18, and Aug. 29 — more events including film screenings and book discussions will follow.

IU students continue longstanding traditions on campus — from shaking Herman B Wells' hand near Rose Well House for luck and enjoying Eskenazi’s color show to joining an annual Ghost Walk in October, sharing a midnight kiss at the historic Rose Well House, and touching Hep’s Rock at football games.

A new guide details Bloomington’s live music venues for diverse audiences.

The guide shows that The Bluebird for 21 & over remains a favorite while The Orbit Room and campus recitals offer all-ages shows and skilled local performances.

Bloomington hosts its third annual AlgoRhythms Summit this week at IU Jacobs School of Music.

The event brings together artists, scholars, technologists and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping music.

A guide released by the Indiana Daily Student details international dining on Fourth Street where residents and students enjoy affordable Burmese, Cajun, Greek, Indian, Korean, Thai and Tibetan specialties near campus (menus offer traditional and vegan options).

Local community mourns world-renowned soprano Rainelle Krause, a Bloomington native and Jacobs alum, who died on Tuesday, Mar.

17 after a brief hospitalization. Her viral acrobatic performance (Queen of the Night) at the Met last December fulfilled a lifelong dream and inspired many.

Monroe County businesses now face a 100% late fee for yearly license renewals after the health department changed its rule this year.

The regulation—approved May 29, 2025—applies to retail, waste management and pool licenses and was communicated with early emails to spur timely renewals.

Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines projects a spring camp depth chart — replacing starters like linebacker Aiden Fisher, cornerback D'Angelo Ponds and defensive end Mikail Kamara — while keeping key returners in place.

The projection outlines a rotation to build depth across every defensive position.

Readers can vote for the IU Health Herald-Times Preseason Softball Player of the Year from nominees representing North, South, Edgewood, Eastern Greene and Owen Valley — the poll remains open until noon on Friday, March 27.

Indiana University athletes earned three medals at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris from 20 Hoosiers competing, raising the university's total to 127.

Fans expect more success as the legacy continues with plans for further Olympic participation in 2028 — a bright future for local sports effort.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mike Doughty Solo Tour

8-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ event — Experience stripped-down performances from the iconic voice of alternative music.

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.

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.

Live @ The Orbit Room Featuring Garden Cinema

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a night of eclectic performances with Producing a Kind Generation and Garden Cinema.

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of vibrant hip-hop at this electrifying concert.

Doctoral Recital by Min Ji Kim, Violin

8:30 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticket required — Experience the magic of a breathtaking performance by violinist Min Ji Kim.