Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Bloomington.
Today at noon, the city will unveil its first tactile map at Switchyard Park near the pavilion and B-Line trail—designed with raised textures, braille labels, and unique patterns to help visitors navigate different park areas—with Mayor Kerry Thomson, parks staff, and Council for Community Accessibility members in attendance. The map was created by Touch Graphics using local input and cost $12,000 from COVID relief funds, and the city will also host its Juneteenth Celebration from 2 to 9 p.m.
Bloomingfoods Co-op Market announced its SNAP Double Dollars program will end June 15 as COVID grant funds have run out, affecting 787 customers who used it to lower prices on eligible items.
The co-op is exploring grant funding, direct fundraising and community partnerships to offer a similar benefit through its Bloomingfoods for All program.
A 46-year-old man was arrested at the downtown fire station on June 8 after he made sexually inappropriate gestures toward a female firefighter and waved a knife at another, facing charges of intimidation with a deadly weapon and disorderly conduct.
The Indiana University board of trustees approved a resolution on Thursday to indemnify former men's basketball team physician Brad Bomba Sr.—who died May 9 at age 89—for legal fees and potential settlement costs amid a federal lawsuit by former players.
The decision follows an 874-page investigation by Jones Day that found his actions met the university's good faith policy.
Three Bloomington track and field stars—Drew and Deakin Volz and Sara Fields Hamidovic—will be inducted into the Indiana Track and Field Hall of Fame on June 21 at Idle Creek Golf Course Banquet Facilities in Terre Haute.
They earned the honor through standout high school and college careers that made them local legends.
Indiana will face Louisville on Dec.
6 at 2:30 p.m. at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown Indianapolis in a one-off nonconference game—this matchup is part of a tougher schedule that also features games with Marquette and an upcoming series against Kentucky.
Bloomington South's golf team qualified for IHSAA state for the sixth straight year after a critical three-swing difference by Owen Wisley at the Washington Regional on June 12 that broke a tie with Jasper and Gibson Southern.
Bloomington North also improved from last season while Edgewood's Teigen Hulbert gained valuable postseason experience.
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.
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.
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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