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Sunday, June 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On June 6th, a group from the 50501 Movement staged a silent protest during Bloomington's Gallery Walk, marching through arts and cultural spaces dressed in black and holding signs against fascism. The route passed key landmarks such as the John Waldron Arts Center, Pictura Gallery, and iFell building — drawing curious onlookers and brief conversations. The Bloomingtonian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ray Golarz recalled that nearly 200 students once volunteered to help handicapped children and described a large crowd of young people at St. Paul’s church during Easter mass — moments that give him hope for a future led by faith and care in our community. The Herald-Times
- ➤ The 6th Annual Fourth and Rogers Block Party was held on June 6 on West 4th Street, bringing free live music by Sweet Poison Victim and WFHB DJs to community members. The event also offered art exhibits, diverse food vendors, and a maker’s market hosted by The Back Door’s Art Market at the FAR Center for Contemporary Arts—creating a lively celebration in Bloomington. The Bloomingtonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 6th, 2025, Governor Mike Braun fired three alumni-elected trustees from Indiana University and replaced them with conservative trustees—Sage Steele, James Bopp Jr., and Brian Eagle. He also reappointed W. Quinn Buckner as board chair under a new law that gives him full control over board appointments—an action now facing a lawsuit from the ACLU. The Bloomingtonian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the IHSAA boys state track meet on June 6, North finished second—Bloomington athletes also recorded strong times in several events. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana basketball coach Darian DeVries rebuilt his roster for the upcoming season with new NIL resources following the House v. NCAA settlement—he signed 10 transfers including three top-100 players to boost the team's competitiveness. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington South achieved its best finish ever at the state track meet yesterday by scoring 37 points and winning five medals while breaking state and school records in races like the 800 and 3200 relay—its two track titles are the first since 1989. Junior Ellie Barada led the way by winning the 800 and anchoring the record-setting relay as the team’s strong showing came from its group of sophomores and juniors. The Herald-Times
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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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BubbleFest 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — WonderLab Science Museum — Free with Museum Admission — Dive into the science of bubbles with hands-on activities and demonstrations for all ages.
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Mick Foley: 40 Years of Foley!
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Ticket Prices Vary — Experience the legendary Mick Foley as he shares stories from his iconic wrestling career, concluding with a Q&A session.
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