Today
in Bloomington
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 52nd season of the Farmers’ Market begins Saturday, April 4 at Showers Common (401 N. Morton St. next to City Hall) with hours from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., while Griffy Lake Boathouse will open Saturday and Sunday for watercraft rentals and launch permit sales. City of Bloomington
- ➤ IU fraternities increased service and fundraising efforts in February and early March, hosting events from a weeklong service project to pushup fundraisers that supported local nonprofits (such as food banks and shelters) in Bloomington. The efforts reflect the IU IFC’s push for stronger community ties. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington Volunteer Network posted local volunteer opportunities for food drives and community events. These include a Spring Stuff-a-Bus at Kroger stores on April 11, a rummage sale help on April 12, a talent show assist on April 17, and support for Bobby’s Pantry. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana University’s Letters of Love club spreads hope by writing handmade cards for children facing serious illnesses. Founded in 2023 by Annie Tran, the club meets monthly at the Indiana Memorial Union + welcomes flexible volunteer participation and has sent over 175,000 cards worldwide. Indiana Daily Student
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Easter Sunday on April 5 will see Target, Costco, and Macy's close while Walmart, Kroger and Home Depot stay open for holiday shoppers; shoppers should call local stores for current hours. The Herald-Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Novo Nordisk will lay off around 400 employees at its Bloomington site at the beginning of May. The company confirmed it will offer severance (outplacement assistance and transition support) following past layoffs under former owner Catalent. Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University Bloomington students are competing in the Little 500 to support the Students Helping Students campaign, which aims to raise funds for basic needs (targeting 1,250 donors). The campaign started March 28 and will continue until the races on April 24 and 25. Indiana University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local musicians performed at the Pillar Arts Alliance Center on Sunday to raise funds for a documentary about forest management in the Hoosier National Forest. Approximately 50 people attended the event — they mingled, ate, and viewed a 20-minute film preview on ways to protect the forest. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University research linking overseas generic drugs to more adverse events inspired bipartisan Senate legislation, the CLEAR LABELS Act, which would require drug labels to show manufacturer and supply chain details. The measure, prompted by IU faculty testimony, could improve drug safety & transparency. Indiana University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana women's golf finished third at the Liz Murphey Collegiate Classic in Athens after posting a 7-under-par best round on Monday. The team will conclude its season April 17-18 at the Buckeye Invitational at the Ohio State University Scarlet Course in Columbus. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana baseball is set to play the University of Evansville today at German American Bank Field at Charles H. Braun Stadium at 7 p.m. EDT. Indiana, coming off a five-game losing streak, will try to reverse its late-game struggles. Indiana Daily Student
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Johnny Socko Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Bluebird — Cost info TBD — Dance to the ska-funk rhythms of Johnny Socko, a beloved local band from Bloomington.
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Molly Tuttle Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Bluebird — Ticketed event — Experience the award-winning songwriting and virtuous guitar of Molly Tuttle live in Bloomington.
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Performer Diploma Recital – Monacella Gracia, Piano
5 PM — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of live performing arts with a captivating piano recital.
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Fourth Annual Celebration of Math and Music
7-9 p.m. — Maxwell Hall — Free entry — Enjoy an insightful evening of mathematical concepts intertwined with musical performances by expert musicians.
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Informatics Capstone Fair 2026
1-4 p.m. — Franklin Hall — Free entry — Discover innovative solutions as over 50 senior informatics teams showcase their capstone projects.
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