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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith faced strong opposition at a 90-minute town hall in Ellettsville on May 19 — local clergy, civil rights leaders, and community activists challenged his remarks on the Three-Fifths Clause — and they demanded more accountability from state leadership. The Bloomingtonian
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from Apartment List shows that apartment rents in Monroe County increased modestly in April — the average listing rose from $1,264 in March to $1,268 while one-bedroom and two-bedroom units saw a 0.9% rise from last year. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University Indianapolis runs a paid internship program that gives undergraduates hands-on research experience by pairing them with faculty mentors to tackle real-world bioscience challenges. Students work 10 hours per week during the school year and up to 25 hours in the summer as they build skills for careers in medicine and research. Indiana University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington will fully close East Winslow and East Rogers roads at the South High Street roundabout from Tuesday, May 27 to Monday, July 14 for maintenance and safety upgrades—work that includes asphalt resurfacing, new sidewalk curb ramps, crosswalk updates, and median island installations. Milestone Contractors will complete additional fixes such as updated signage and stormwater improvements while drivers use detours on Henderson Street, Hillside Drive/Moores Pike, and Sare Road and the Rogers Family Park multi-use path stays open. City of Bloomington
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington South girls track team won the sectional meet with 180½ points and will send 11 athletes to regionals next week after winning relays and six individual events; coach Jill Rensink said the team set meet records and personal bests (their first trophy win since 2018). The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington South's new boys volleyball team won three matches and learned key lessons at the Columbus East Tournament. Coach Justin Hodgson said the team improved their rotations and mental strength despite missing starting setter John Ward—who was sidelined with concussion issues—and several players expressed their desire to return next season. The Herald-Times
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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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Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Holiday Inn Bloomington-University Area — Cost details not specified — Create a vibrant Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus, 3802 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN — Contact for pricing — Immerse yourself in 32 hours of comprehensive project management training with money-back guarantee and e-learning access.
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LCF - Blooming10
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a showcase featuring ten of Bloomington’s finest comedians at the Limestone Comedy Festival.
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INDY APT Event at The Pfau Course
18-hole Stroke Play — All Day — The Pfau Course — Compete for VISA Gift cards and trophies in various divisions.
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Bit Brigade Live in Bloomington, IN
7-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ entry — Experience a thrilling blend of rock music and live NES speedrunning with Bit Brigade.
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Summer Prospect Camp
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Bill Armstrong Stadium — Check the event page for pricing details — A dedicated soccer camp for female athletes looking to enhance their skills.
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Southern Junior Masters Golf Tournament
Sunday – Monday — The Pfau Course — Registration required — A premier tournament showcasing Indiana's top junior golfers competing in stroke play.
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
June 17-19 — Twin Lakes Recreation Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and character building.
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