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Sunday, April 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington consumers joined a boycott after Target cut back its diversity, equity and inclusion programs—IU senior Cashmere Booker said she posted on social media to urge others to stop shopping there. Other large companies have also reduced DEI efforts as a state bill now limits such training and programs, with a full House vote scheduled on April 15th. Indiana Daily Student
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pierick Smith, known as Paintin’ Manning, creates 3D sports art called Pop-Pop Art by layering wood and foam-core to give his work depth—he moved to Bloomington in November 2013 with his wife and two children. His art honors famous athletes and can take from a few days to several months to complete based on size and detail. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senate Enrolled Act 10 will bar college students from using CrimsonCards as proof of identification when voting and is now waiting for Governor Mike Braun to sign or veto it — he has seven days to decide. Some college groups say the change may make voting harder because students might have to get another photo ID from the BMV. Indiana Daily Student
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana men's basketball announced Friday that it will hire Kenny Johnson as an assistant coach under head coach Darian DeVries — Johnson worked for the Hoosiers from 2012 to 2014 under Tom Crean before coaching at Louisville, La Salle, Rhode Island, and Georgetown and now returns to Bloomington. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women’s basketball landed its third recruit—former UCLA forward Zania Socka-Nguemen—when she committed last Saturday via her post on X. She is a four-star recruit who earned McDonald’s All-American honors and will join the Hoosiers’ frontcourt as coach Teri Moren finalizes the roster by April 23. Indiana Daily Student
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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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40th Annual Spring Wildflower Foray
10 AM – 5 PM — T.C. Steele State Historic Site — Free entry — Explore the beauty of blooms and nature on guided hikes and educational programs.
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MCCSC Family Fun Run 2025
9-10 a.m. — Grandview Elementary School — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a morning of health and fun with mile and 5k runs for families.
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Private African Art Tour
12:30 – 2:00 PM — Eskenazi Museum of Art — Admission required — Explore the depth of African artistic heritage with a personal guide through unique exhibits.
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Mamalarky Live in Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ entry — Experience the tender, intricate indie rock of Mamalarky with their unique blend of humor and heartfelt lyrics.
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