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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Donated vintage items are set for sale at the Monroe County History Center's Garage Sale Extravaganza in a 33,000-square-foot warehouse (4015 Profile Parkway), featuring unique pieces like a mid-century wedding dress, fine china, and rare art. The sale will be held on Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., with a clearance sale on Monday, June 16 from 9 a.m. until noon. The Herald-Times
- ➤ On June 14, a protest called 'No Kings' will take place in Bloomington (noon to 3 p.m. EDT at the Monroe County Courthouse) to challenge a costly military parade in Washington. Organizers say the event will offer local residents a chance to stand up against authoritarianism. The Herald-Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters from Monroe Fire Protection District and Ellettsville Fire Department fought a structure fire early Monday on W Deckard Drive in Bloomington that caused a home's roof to collapse — no injuries were reported and the cause remains under investigation. The Bloomingtonian
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old Lawrence County man was arrested in Bedford after a violent fight in an alley near Kirkwood Avenue on June 7 that left a 19-year-old Spencer man with a deep stab wound and bruises; he was booked at Monroe County Jail at 8:30 p.m. on June 8 (bond set at $10,500) as police search for two more suspects. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Gunshots were fired at 1:45 a.m. on June 10 at a Bloomington business at 1915 S. Walnut Street during a party—police found three bullet holes and spent 9mm casings with no injuries reported and no arrests made yet. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Bloomington Police said that three shots were fired into a bathroom during an employee after party at Chop Shop Market & Table early on June 8 at a strip mall on South Walnut Street—no one was injured and the suspect fled before officers arrived. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington's city council approved over $500K in funding for 35 social service agencies last Wednesday as part of the Jack Hopkins funding program (which has awarded over $6M since its start). Local officials say the move comes amid concerns over potential federal cuts. The B Square Bulletin
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington South’s boys golf team will compete at the IHSAA regional at Country Oaks on June 12 at 8:30 a.m.—junior Colton Watson and Carson Gady return as the top two players to keep the team’s state streak alive. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Six high school athletes, including Bloomington South's David Kovacs + North's Jay Stewart, will receive $1,000 scholarships and be honored at the Monroe County Sports Hall of Fame Awards Banquet on July 2 at the Monroe Convention Center, where key athletes, coaches and contributors are recognized. 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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