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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington police arrested 22-year-old Thomas Jacob Stinson on May 28 for felony kidnapping and battery after he allegedly grabbed a young girl on May 23 outside AMC Showplace Theater 12 on West Third Street—officials said his unsupervised outing raised questions about his supervision given his developmental disabilities. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ A 25-year-old Solsberry man—identified as Jeffery A. Caldwell Jr.—was arrested around 11:20 p.m. on May 27 after he attempted to break into Meadows Hospital at 3600 N. Prow Road with a stick and shattered windows including one in a juvenile patient’s room, police said. The Bloomingtonian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington has a busy weekend of events that include a free foraging class on invasive plants Friday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Community Orchard—there is also a free screening of '10 Things I Hate About You' at dusk on the Indiana University campus, free outdoor Shakespeare plays at Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park throughout the weekend, and a new 'City on the River' exhibit opens Saturday at the IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology while the Limestone Comedy Festival brings 60 comedians to various venues. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Janet McCabe, a former EPA deputy administrator, will return to IU faculty on July 1 with a yearlong appointment at the IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law, the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, and the IU Environmental Resilience Institute. She will lead lectures, offer coaching to students, and work on climate projects—helping to strengthen local ties and advance environmental policy. Indiana University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County set up four sites to dispose of debris from the May 16 tornado—three sites offer large dumpsters for house and roofing debris as well as tree debris until June 6 while a fourth site accepts only tree debris on weekdays. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington's ITS Department GIS team was awarded the Indiana Geographic Information Council Excellence in GIS Award—Large Community for its Crash Hub, a tool that shows vehicle crash data and helps improve roadway safety. The project came from work with Planning & Transportation and highlights the city’s focus on safety and clear data. Indiana Daily Student
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana basketball guard Tucker DeVries is nearing a full return as he recovers from a right shoulder injury he suffered at West Virginia last season that limited him to eight games and led to surgery last March; his coach said he is finishing his rehab and will be cleared for full contact drills next week—making him available for Indiana's foreign tour games in August. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington South girls track team won the regional title with 122 points over Columbus North's 108 by winning six events and breaking meet records, and they earned state berths along with Edgewood, North and Eastern Greene — setting up a strong chance at state next week. The Herald-Times
- ➤ IHSAA baseball sectionals are underway as teams in Bloomington, Martinsville, and Bedford compete in games that began on May 28 and continue today; upcoming rounds and championships are scheduled for June 2—local fans can track the scores as matchups progress across the region. Detailed schedules include start times from early afternoon to the evening so supporters know when to watch each round. 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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