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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A transient man was arrested on April 10 for riding a stolen bike from a Kroger display—police are still looking for a $950 bike taken early from an IU fraternity house. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Members of the IU Wilderness Medicine Student Interest Group learned scuba safety on Saturday at the Bill Garrett Fieldhouse Pool 194 by splitting into groups for a classroom lecture and hands-on dive training. Instructor Sam Haskell led the session — it covered the use of oxygen and treatment for pressure-related injuries. Indiana Daily Student
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Taxpayers who missed the April 15 deadline and requested an extension now have until Oct. 15 to file federal returns and until Nov. 17 to file state returns. They must pay at least 90% of the expected tax by the original deadline to avoid extra charges. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday at Bill Armstrong Stadium in Bloomington, the men's Little 500 Team Pursuit final ended in a nail-biting finish as Cutters won by .18 seconds with an official time of 9:15.83—Sigma Alpha Epsilon finished at 9:16:01 after a dramatic race. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Lamar Wilkerson, a transfer guard who averaged 20.8 points per game and shot 44.5% from deep last season, has committed to Indiana men's basketball. He is the fourth transfer to join the team and will have one year of eligibility remaining. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women’s tennis lost two weekend road matches: one with a 4 to 1 score against Minnesota in Minneapolis + one with a 4 to 1 score against Wisconsin in Madison, finishing 0 to 8 on the road. The team will return home to play two final matches before the Big Ten Tournament, with one game scheduled for 4 p.m. Friday at the IU Tennis Center. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana men’s tennis lost 4–1 to Oregon on Friday and 4–2 to Washington on Sunday at the IU Tennis Center and IU Varsity Tennis Courts in Bloomington; the team will aim for a turnaround in its next road match ahead of the Big Ten Tournament. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana football will hold its annual spring game on Thursday at 8 p.m. at Memorial Stadium to show the updated roster — including new quarterback Fernando Mendoza and a returning secondary. Head coach Curt Cignetti said the game will follow last year’s format with the offense playing the defense for a full half — and fans will attend for free. The Herald-Times
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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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The Kickback 101: Projection Listening Party
7:30-11:30 p.m. — IU Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center — $10 for students, $20 for non-students — Celebrate the end of the semester with live performances and fresh eats at Troy Thomas' album launch.
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Wonderland CCS Prom 2025
7-11 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union Building — Refunds available up to 7 days before event — A magical celebration of joy, friendship, and the wonder of God's creation.
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