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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former McCalla School students will gather on Saturday, June 14th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. to reconnect, view guided tours, and share memories of the historic school; the reunion will display oral histories, artifacts, and photos that honor McCalla’s legacy — a cherished part of Bloomington’s past. The Bloomingtonian
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 7 at around 1 a.m., a man was attacked and stabbed by three men outside a popular bar on Kirkwood Avenue near South Dunn Street while leaving with his friends; police later arrested 18-year-old Braxton Pavey, who admitted having a knife during the fight. WTHR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington invites local nonprofits to apply for up to $55,000 in funding from the Digital Opportunity Grants program from June 16 to July 16 to help bridge the digital divide—an informational Zoom meeting is scheduled at 1 p.m. on June 18 for further details. City of Bloomington
- ➤ Bloomington Parks and Recreation has launched a process to develop its new five-year Master Plan and invites residents to complete a three-question survey on ExplorePlayConnect.com. The plan will guide park services—covering programming, environmental care and financial sustainability—with 110% Inc. of Salida leading further community engagement later this fall. City of Bloomington
- ➤ The Bloomington Fire Department expanded Safe Haven Baby Box access by opening a new box at Fire Station #2—209 S. Fairfield Drive and re-opening the box at Fire Station #1—300 E. Fourth St after a previous flooding closure. The project was funded by a $10,000 grant from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and featured a blessing ceremony on June 11 at 1 p.m. with local officials. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Bloomington Parks and Recreation launched its five-year master plan process on June 11 by inviting residents to complete a three-question survey (available online) to help shape future parks and recreation strategies. The project, managed by 110% Inc. of Salida, will use community input to set priorities for parks, facilities, and programs. The Bloomingtonian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana golfers Adam Schenk & Matt Vogt have qualified for the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club near Pittsburgh with Schenk set to tee off at 12:52 p.m. today and Vogt at 6:45 a.m. today. Schenk, a four-time competitor who qualified in May, earned his spot while Vogt, who once caddied at Oakmont, qualified in June & will make his U.S. Open debut. WTHR
- ➤ Indiana basketball is booming as the Pacers reached the NBA Finals after winning a home game on Wednesday — thrilling local fans — while the Fever plan to have Caitlin Clark return on Saturday after her quadriceps injury. Coach Rick Carlisle said the city's packed venues and high energy — a sign of deep local love for the game — mark a historic moment for Hoosiers. WTHR
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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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