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Sunday, May 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Around 200 residents rallied at Monroe County Courthouse Square on Friday to protest ICE presence after agents were seen and three individuals were detained in a nearby jail — Mayor Kerry Thomson said local authorities have limited power over federal actions while community members expressed concerns for safety at IU. Indiana Daily Student
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bird’s data for 2025 shows an average of 89 daily scooter trips in Bloomington — a drop of more than 50% compared to 2024 — partly due to colder temperatures and heavier snowfall. The company will double its investment by shipping 300 new devices to boost scooter availability for upcoming events. The B Square Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At IU’s Willkie South, resident assistant Keith Burge decorated the seventh floor with a Brat theme—using neon green accents from Charli XCX’s album—to create a fun living space as the semester ended. A TikTok video by resident Skyler Long gained over 120,000 likes and added extra buzz to the theme that stayed throughout the year. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Students at Kelley School of Business took part in Balance Week by throwing plates, making slime, and petting service dogs to ease stress before finals. The event was part of a bigger plan to support mental health and build peer connections — a key effort led by the school. Indiana Daily Student
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Pacers will start their playoff series against the top-seeded Cavaliers in Cleveland today after a strong win over the Bucks. Local news anchors from Indianapolis and Cleveland made a friendly wager+each side will wear the opposing team's merchandise on air if they lose+ adding a fun twist to the upcoming game. WTHR
- ➤ At the May 2 Conference Indiana track meet, Bloomington South girls won the team title with seven wins and 149 points (their best since 2016) while North boys extended their six-year streak with a record 190 points. The meet saw several record-breaking performances in sprints, relays, and field events (with individual athletes setting new marks) that energized local track teams. The Herald-Times
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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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Taylor Hollingsworth Live
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $11.33 — Enjoy an evening of folk music with Taylor Hollingsworth and opening act The Hammer & The Hatchet.
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Cosmic Songwriter Festival 2025
7 PM - 1 AM — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Ticket information available — Experience a unique four-night event of original music as artists collaborate and share their stories.
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IU Founders and Funders Network Venture Summit 2025
12 AM - 12 AM — Indiana Memorial Union Bldg — $100 — Connect with innovators and investors within IU’s startup ecosystem at this exclusive venture summit.
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Rodney Crowell Concert
7-11 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Check for ticket info — Experience the music of a Grammy-winning country artist with decades of hits.
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Spring Prospect Camp
10 AM - 4 PM — Bill Armstrong Stadium — Registration required — An exclusive soccer camp for female athletes looking to develop their skills.
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Artisan Bread Workshop
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Muddy Fork Bakery — $95 per person — Learn the art of sourdough bread making in an intimate, hands-on workshop.
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Composition Forum at 13th USA International Harp Competition
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Ford-Crawford Hall — Free entry — Engage in a discussion of the winning piece and performances at the acclaimed harp competition.
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Stand-Up Comedy Workshop Graduation Show
8 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Free entry — Watch fresh talent take the stage for their first comedy performance after a five-week workshop.
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Bloomington Comedy Night
9-11 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — $16 – $20 — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter at a local comedy venue.
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