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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington invites residents to help paint a new street mural at the intersection of Allen and Fairview Streets in the McDoel Gardens neighborhood on June 14 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.—up to 30 pre-registered volunteers will take part in 90-minute shifts with all supplies provided by artist Rachel Kavathe. City of Bloomington
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Between May 23 and May 27, Bloomington police investigated many crimes including vandalism at Toppers Pizza, thefts of bikes and a laptop, shoplifting at TJ Maxx, cases of public urination, fraud, suspected prostitution, arson, assaults, robberies and burglaries across town — several cases remain under investigation. The Bloomingtonian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University announced that it will freeze in-state undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees for the next two academic years—while recommending up to a 2% increase for graduate programs. The proposal will be presented at a public forum at 12:15 p.m. on June 12 at Henke Hall of Champions, and written comments will be accepted until 5 p.m. on June 10. The Bloomingtonian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University announced Tuesday that Hoosier the Bison will return as the official mascot for Indiana Athletics—marking the first physical mascot since 1980. The change comes after the Indiana Student Government passed the Bring Back the Bison Act of 2024. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ On May 28, Bloomington North beat South 2-1 in the IHSAA Class 4A sectional opener at Terre Haute with junior pitcher Luke Freel throwing a five-hitter—ending a run of tough matchups. His strong game set the stage for the Cougars to pursue further advancement—keeping their playoff hopes alive. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football's 2025 season begins on August 30 with a 2:30 p.m. kickoff against Old Dominion on FS1—the schedule also includes a Friday night game for the Old Oaken Bucket against Purdue on November 28 at 7:30 p.m. on NBC, while details for additional matchups are still to be determined. 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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