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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ MoCOAD is asking volunteers 18 and older to help clear tornado storm debris and move yard waste to county dumpsters—volunteers must pass a background check and sign a waiver, with shift details coming soon. A free youth storytelling workshop for kids ages 8 to 12, summer volunteer chances at New Hope for Families, and a call for donations of cat food and treats by Feral Cat Friends offer several ways for locals to help. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington officials have closed sections of Kirkwood Ave. to cars from April 1 to November 1—this move frees up space for additional outdoor dining as shown by a zip-tied sign. The B Square Bulletin
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Jarrod Franklin, a Bloomington resident, took his two kids to their first auction at French Lick Resort where he unexpectedly won a 1959 Corvette for $59,500—part of former Sheriff Jamey Noel’s vintage vehicle sale that raised $1.2 million to help pay restitution. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana basketball will travel to Puerto Rico this summer for three exhibition games after a major roster overhaul led by new coach Darian DeVries — the Hoosiers will play a Puerto Rican all-star team on Aug. 6 and face Serbian club Mega Superbet on Aug. 9 and 11 at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum. The Herald-Times
- ➤ The Indiana University men’s basketball team will travel to San Juan for exhibition games in Puerto Rico from Aug. 5 to Aug. 12—playing against a Puerto Rican All-Star team on Aug. 6 and Serbian club Mega Superbet on Aug. 9 and 11 as they build team spirit for the new season. The games will take place at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum as part of an effort by Indiana Athletics, Complete Sports Management, and Discover Puerto Rico. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Bloomington area high school baseball players from North, Eastern Greene, South, Edgewood and Owen Valley posted strong regular season stats in batting, runs and pitching—figures that set the stage for the upcoming IHSAA sectionals. Key performances, such as those by Chris Barnett and Gavin Whitfield, offer benchmarks for teams as they prepare for competition. The Herald-Times
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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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Frank Solo Performance
7-9 p.m. — The Vault Pub — Check local listings for entry fee — Enjoy an evening of solo music in a cozy pub setting.
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Rainbow Birders Nature Walk
4-5 p.m. — RCA Community Park Playground — Registration required — Discover native plants and their impact on Indiana's wildlife in a hands-on nature walk.
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CAMP SESSION 3
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Counsilman Billingsley Aquatic Center — Age Range 3-18 — Dive into a week of water sports fun at this co-ed camp in Bloomington.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. — Regus — Early bird rates available — Enhance your project management skills with 32 hours of interactive training and expert guidance.
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