Good morning, Bloomington.

A fake text message claiming to be from the Indiana DMV threatened drivers with bogus fines and license suspension, but consumer protection officials said the scam used a sketchy URL and fake law reference—residents should delete the message and report it.

A fraudulent text message claiming to be an Apple Approval Notice was sent in Bloomington yesterday — it warned of a $143.95 Apple Pay charge and urged recipients to call a suspicious number — and local officials advise blocking the sender.

On Tuesday, local leaders held a ceremonial groundbreaking at the corner of 3rd Street and College Avenue for the 60,000-square foot Bloomington Convention Center expansion—public utilities will be relocated next week and demolition of the former NAPA Auto Parts building is scheduled for June 20.

The U.S. Labor Department announced that Atterbury Job Corps in Edinburgh, which had 275 students, will shut down by June 30, forcing nearly 300 at-risk students to vacate the campus, leaving many without a safe place to stay.

Lawmakers (including senators Todd Young and Representative Jefferson Shreve) are gathering details and considering options to help redirect affected students to other training services.

Smoke from over 203 Canadian wildfires reduced air quality in parts of Indiana on June 4 and the American Lung Association advised children, active adults and people with asthma to limit outdoor exertion.

Bloomington residents are encouraged to monitor local air quality updates as forecasts suggest the smoke may linger.

The Bloomington North boys track team will vie for the state title at the IHSAA meet in Indianapolis on Friday, June 6.

The team, which has set records in previous meets, will run key events like the 3,200 and 1,600 relays at North Central High School—where field activities begin at 3 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.