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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ OT 987 is a light sculpture made by Berlin-based artist Stefan Reiss that now lights up the edge of Bloomington’s Trades District at 10th and Madison streets after six years of planning. The work was funded by the city’s One Percent for the Arts ordinance — the first in a series of planned public artworks to add creative energy to the area. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University professor Benjamin Robinson is under investigation for allegedly violating intellectual diversity requirements under SEA 202 after he criticized Israel and the university in class. The investigation is in its preliminary review and the dean will decide within three months if the complaint has merit. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monroe Fire Protection District is facing a volunteer firefighter shortage that has made it tougher and more expensive to recruit and train new firefighters—many young volunteers leave after gaining enough hours for a career fire service job. This trend reflects a statewide challenge as rural areas rely heavily on unpaid first responders. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The City Council unanimously approved recommendations Wednesday to distribute Community Development Block Grant funds for 2025 totaling around $795,743 that must use at least 70% for low-to-moderate-income programs. Local organizations—such as the Boys and Girls Club and Community Kitchen—will receive funding for social services, physical improvements and administration next fiscal year. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ On April 17, Duke Energy held a field hearing at the Bloomington Convention Center to discuss its proposed rate increase to fund two new natural gas power plants that may raise customer bills by about 5.4% over five years. Monroe County commissioners later held a final vote on downzoning over 200 parcels in areas the city tried to annex—actions that will guide future local development. The B Square Bulletin
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Indiana football coach Lee Corso will retire as an ESPN College GameDay analyst after nearly 40 years—his final appearance is scheduled for Aug. 30. He coached the Hoosiers from 1973 to 1982. The Herald-Times
- ➤ WTHR has signed a multi-year deal to be the Local TV Home of the Indiana Fever—this agreement will let fans watch 18 Fever games, including 14 broadcast free on WTHR and four on WALV. WTHR
- ➤ Indiana's inconsistent batting and poor pitching led to a 7-5 loss against Indiana State on Tuesday at Bart Kaufman Field—an outcome that showed the team struggled with timing and execution. The Hoosiers now stand at 20-17 and will play Maryland at 6 p.m. today—aiming to bounce back. Indiana Daily Student
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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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Meditation Mondays: Sound Bath Experience
7-8 p.m. — Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center Library — Cost unknown — Immerse yourself in a relaxing meditative sound bath experience.
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