Today
in Bloomington
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Novo Nordisk confirmed that around 400 positions will be cut at its Bloomington site in early May — leaving about 1,400 employees and offering severance and transition support. City officials are working with local partners to help affected workers find new job opportunities. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Hive introduced the Squeak Burger on April 1, offering a burger with three smashburger patties, bacon, cheese, grilled onions, lettuce, pickles and its signature Squeak Sauce; proceeds support Cancer Support Community South Central Indiana in memory of IU defensive tackle Tyrique Tucker’s late mother. The Herald-Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington will host Easter weekend events including a tribute concert for John Mellencamp Friday at Brown County Playhouse, an art exhibit at Backspace Gallery, and a Beetlejuice screening at IU Cinema, with free egg hunts for dogs at Switchyard Park and for kids at St. Mark’s United Church on Saturday. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Commission for Higher Education approved a plan on April 1 to eliminate 210 low-enrollment degree programs from public colleges, following a 2025 law imposing strict quotas. Current students can complete their programs as schools shift offerings toward in-demand fields & consolidate others. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ John Wood Jr., national ambassador for Braver Angels, spoke Tuesday at Maxwell Hall during an IU event (attended by about 50 people) urging his audience to bridge political divides (calling for a 250th anniversary celebration marked by mutual respect). Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Bloomington Police Department launched the Blue Envelope Program today at 5:13 a.m. to help drivers with autism by providing an envelope containing key documents (driver’s license, registration, and insurance) and guidelines for safer stops; residents can pick up the free materials at BP and City Hall. The Herald-Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington South won its season opener against Owen Valley 5-4 on Wednesday, Apr. 1 when injured junior Abby Purtlebaugh hit a walk-off single in the seventh inning. Coach Meg Montgomery praised the team's rally after an early setback. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana men's basketball added a neutral-site contest with Syracuse — set for Nov. 9 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis — as part of its 2026-27 nonconference schedule that also includes games against Kentucky on Dec. 27 at Lucas Oil Stadium and Bellarmine on Nov. 5 at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Jason Drake plans to enter the transfer portal following a lower-body injury that cost him a full season. He transferred from Drexel to Indiana and is the first 2025-26 Hoosier to announce his move, his agent said on Wednesday. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana baseball will begin a road series against Northwestern at Wrigley Field on May 1 (its first MLB stadium game since March 2019) with first pitch at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. EDT, and the final two games will be held at Northwestern’s home field. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Roman Hemby, the former Hoosiers running back, returned to campus to work out for NFL scouts ahead of the upcoming NFL draft — recalling his cherished time at IU. The Herald-Times
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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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