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Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington community members gathered at 8:30 p.m. May 31 at the Monroe County Courthouse to hold a candlelight vigil supporting immigrants deported without hearings. About 75 people lit candles—local organizers said the protest addressed fears over ICE actions and the lack of due process in recent deportations. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Attendees held candles during the Candlelight Vigil for the Disappeared at the Monroe County Courthouse on May 31 as the 50501 Movement highlighted concerns over civil liberties and detentions without due process — video and photos captured the event. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Monroe County plans to demolish three apartment buildings — totaling 30 affordable housing units — on College Avenue to build a parking lot for a future convention center expansion. Some tenants have already experienced lease non-renewals and displacement, which may worsen Bloomington’s affordable housing crisis. The Herald-Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington-based startup CV Hops LLC launched its new patented CV-12 hop on June 1—bred to thrive under high heat and drought and developed with help from Hanley Hops LLC, Sandy Ridge Farms, and Michigan State University. The hop provides a bold aromatic flavor with citrus, spicy, and piney notes for craft brewers and is being studied at MSU for its disease resistance. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ New owners of Elite Auto Group on South Walnut Street found more than 100 1:18 scale metal cars in plastic totes stored in an old car lot building—some wrapped in 1960s newspapers. They plan to sell the models at a future charity auction as they transform the space into a car club and repair workshop. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 1,000 Monroe County students graduated on Saturday, May 31, from public schools in Bloomington—they collectively earned nearly $15 million in academic scholarships, marking a significant milestone for the district. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews are working on a road construction project that is closing the major east-west connector in southwest Bloomington—this work includes a roundabout near Batchelor Middle School and the library. The project costs about $18 million and crews expect to finish by Aug. 4. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Monroe County residents hit by the EF-2 tornado on May 16 can now apply for federal disaster loans from the SBA and the Indiana State Disaster Relief Fund under a declared disaster – a Disaster Loan Outreach Center will open soon to help with applications. The Bloomingtonian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti said his team will ignore social media noise as they return for summer workouts in Bloomington—he stressed that avoiding distractions will help the Hoosiers stay focused and compete this fall. The Herald-Times
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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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Tate Sherman Quartet Performance
5 p.m. — The Vault Pub — Free entry — Experience an evening of jazz with the Tate Sherman Quartet featuring talented musicians.
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