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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington residents can sign up to volunteer for the Hoosier Half Marathon on April 12 with shifts from 6:30 a.m. through noon, take part in three Global Youth Service Day events on April 22, April 24 and April 25, and join the Adopt-A-Drain program to keep storm drains clear—donations are also requested to support Tandem Community Birth Center and Postpartum House. The Herald-Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rains over the weekend caused flash flooding and rising rivers across Monroe, Morgan and Owen counties — officials reported that rescues occurred in Ellettsville when Jacks Defeat Creek overflowed and Lake Lemon residents were cut off as roads closed. The floodwaters damaged homes and businesses downtown and a man died in Morgan County when he was swept into a culvert while clearing debris. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike Braun signed a law on Thursday that makes it safer for young people to call for help in alcohol emergencies. Senate Bill 74 now stops charges for minors who call 911 if they give their full name, stay at the scene and work with police. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The light white lines on the asphalt on 6th Street and College Avenue come from a brine pretreatment applied by Bloomington public works (getting the road ready for the overnight freeze). The B Square Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The USDA recalled Johnsonville Cheddar bratwursts made on February 5 due to possible plastic fragments found by consumers. About 22,672 pounds of the product sold in 10 states — including Indiana — are affected and no injuries have been reported. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana baseball swept Michigan State in a doubleheader on Monday as the Hoosiers scored early and built a strong lead to finish a three-game series. The team now returns home to face Ball State at 6 p.m. today. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball landed former Arkansas guard Phoenix Stotijn from the transfer portal on Sunday—she joins guard Chloe Spreen under head coach Teri Moren and brings three seasons of eligibility to strengthen the backcourt after playing 21 games for Arkansas. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Former Indiana women’s basketball guard Yarden Garzon committed to Maryland on Monday via her Instagram post after entering the transfer portal on March 31 following Indiana’s loss in the NCAA Tournament. She played four games against Maryland—averaging 14.3 points, five rebounds and 1.8 assists—across her three seasons, adding important context to her move. Indiana Daily Student
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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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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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Merce Lemon Concert Featuring Fust
7 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — $10 cover — Experience the dynamic blend of alt-country and folk-rock from the beloved band Fust.
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David Sedaris Live in Bloomington
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Indiana University Auditorium — Tickets from $65 — Experience an evening of humor and storytelling with David Sedaris.
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The Music of John Denver featuring Aaron Grubb
7-9:30 p.m. — The Avenue On College — Tickets available — Experience a joyful evening of John Denver's classics with a sing-along atmosphere.
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Hank Ruff Live Performance
Time TBA — The Bluebird — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the rising star Hank Ruff as he performs tracks from his hit EP 'Hellbender'.
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Upcycle Craft Workshop
— Time not specified — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — A creative workshop where you can transform old materials into stylish crafts while promoting sustainability.
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PMP Certification Training in Bloomington, IN
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Regus, Bloomington, IN — Early Bird pricing available — Comprehensive 4-day classroom training for PMP certification with interactive sessions and resources.
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Gabriel Rutledge Live Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Tickets available — Experience the witty, fast-paced humor of past comedy competition winner Gabriel Rutledge.
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