Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, May 31st, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Edgewood High School held its graduation on Saturday morning with 190 Mustang students receiving diplomas. Principal Dirk Ackerman, retiring after 20 years, gave a heartfelt farewell speech that earned a standing ovation. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington High School South held its graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 30 (marking the end of another academic year) as students received diplomas and tossed caps with cheers from family and friends. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington High School North held its graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 30, where seniors received diplomas and listened to speeches during the event — photos capture memorable moments. The Herald-Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Beacon data shows Monroe County property transfers between April 17 and May 26, 2026 (reporting from The B Square). The report lists multiple transactions with details on addresses, buyers, and sale prices. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington North won the boys track regional on May 28 with 144 points, outpacing competitors such as South's 59½ + teams from Columbus North and Edgewood. Coach Justin Helmer said injuries did not stop the Cougars from setting new records as they now prepare for state competition. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Edgewood softball won its sectional title Thursday with a 13-0 victory over Cascade, thanks to strong pitching by Ally Bland and a powerful offensive display. The Mustangs (27-4) will travel to New Palestine on June 2 for a regional matchup at 7 p.m. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Former Indiana quarterback Brendan Sorsby admitted in court documents that he placed nearly 2,900 bets, wagering over $30,000 on IU games during 2022 before stopping when he joined the active roster. He, who has a gambling disorder, later transferred to Cincinnati. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Former IU quarterback Brendan Sorsby placed thousands of dollars in bets as a Hoosiers freshman and later transferred to Texas Tech after being ruled ineligible. He completed a 35-day treatment program for gambling addiction and is now seeking reinstatement while Texas Tech appeals the NCAA decision. WTHR
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Strawberry Shortcake Festival
All day — Switchyard Park Pavilion — $9 Strawberry Shortcakes and $5 Hot Dog Specials — Indulge in sweet treats and family-friendly fun at this local festival.
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Tales of Ambergrove at Nexus Convergence
10 AM - 6 PM — Bloomington Convention Center — Free entry — Explore video games, TTRPGs, and unique vendors at this exciting game-themed convention.
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Greg Mendez at The Bishop
9-11 p.m. — The Bishop — 18+ — Experience the poignant alt-pop sounds of Greg Mendez with tracks from his latest album, 'Beauty Land'.
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Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival 2026
June 17-20 — Bill Monroe Music Park & Campground — Tickets sold separately — Experience top bluegrass performances with legendary artists and local talent.
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