Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
Good morning, Bloomington.
Bloomington police arrested 40-year-old Shawn Hackney of Gosport around 5 p.m. Monday at an apartment on the 1000 block of West Cascade Avenue for burglary with a deadly weapon and armed robbery — he had two active arrest warrants.
Two IU a cappella groups—Another Round and Ladies First—will perform this weekend at Buskirk-Chumley Theater to celebrate the end of the school year; Another Round will perform at 8 p.m. Friday and Ladies First will play at 8 p.m. Saturday.
Bloomington residents have a busy weekend as the Friends of the Library book sale runs today through Monday in meeting room 1B/C at the downtown library and Constellation Stage presents a 1955-themed play at the Playhouse until April 13.
Tony Jean Dickerson will explain Black quilting with a free workshop at Tandem on Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m.—A Piece of Latin America hosts free salsa dancing at Switchyard Park from 5 to 10 p.m. while The Sinkhole marks its fifth birthday on Saturday with live music and food.
Today, Indiana University is hosting AlgoRhythms: The World of Music and AI where music and tech experts and higher education professionals meet to examine how artificial intelligence is changing music.
Pre-summit activities begin at noon and 6 p.m., and panel discussions, a copyright keynote and performances are scheduled for March 28 and 29 — sessions available via Zoom.
Monroe County Community School Corp is looking to fill a vacant school board seat after Brandon Shurr resigned without explanation.
Applications (due by 5 p.m. today) must be received, and the board has 30 days to complete the selection before a circuit judge makes an appointment.
The Hoosier Environmental Council filed suit last week in Morgan County Court after state agencies upheld a permit that lets the Eagle Valley Generating Station discharge untreated, toxic wastewater into the West Fork of the White River—raising concerns for Martinsville’s drinking water—and HEC is asking the court to reverse the decision to enforce clean water laws.
Indiana men's basketball redshirt freshman guard Jakai Newton entered the transfer portal on Monday (via Instagram) after playing only four games this season due to a knee injury.
He is the fourth player to transfer after coach Darian DeVries was hired on March 19.
Caitie Baird — a Perry Meridian grad and two-time All-American at Stanford — signed with Indy Ignite for the rest of the Pro Volleyball Federation season.
She said she is excited to play at home, and the team will play in Orlando against the Valkyries this Sunday at 3 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Zentangle Workshop: Mandalas
10 AM – 12 PM — Bloomington Fine Art Supply — Supplies included — Dive into the meditative art of creating Zentangle mandalas with expert guidance.
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