Good morning, Bloomington.

The White River Military Coordination Alliance delivered its 2026 State of the Community Address at Naval Weapons Station Crane on June 12 at 5:07 a.m. ET, outlining regional investments in childcare, housing and infrastructure that support over 6,000 workers and boost local earnings. The next briefing is scheduled for November.

Workers installing waferboard on 7th Street & Morton Street said an orange permit suggests a breakfast restaurant named Toast will soon open, though the permit offers few details about the project.

Philadelphia singer Greg Mendez is touring to promote his new album + video Beauty Land, and he will perform in Bloomington later this year to share his music with local fans.

A SmartAsset study using 2024 Census data finds that Indiana households earning between $47,973 and $143,918 are considered middle class, while Indianapolis households fall between $44,600 and $133,800 (based on Pew Research definitions), and the state ranks 41st among states.

The report reflects local economic conditions.

Indiana University has approved several new degree and certificate programs aimed at high-demand careers in biomedical engineering, computational medicine, medical lab science, international financial governance and data science.

The programs will boost workforce preparation and await final approval from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.

Indiana University has approved projects that expand housing options on two campuses, investing $60 million to modernize Willkie Quad in Bloomington and constructing a 448-bed residence hall in downtown Indianapolis.

The projects aim to meet growing student demand and were approved on June 12.

Four Indiana University faculty were named Guggenheim Fellows on June 12.

Bloomington's Christoph Irmscher and P. David Polly join IU Indianapolis' Curtis and Magliocca — the latter are IU Indianapolis' first Guggenheim Fellows — as part of the 101st class selected by the foundation to support research and creative work.

Indiana football head coach Curt Cignetti and former quarterback Fernando Mendoza were featured on Time Magazine's TIME100 Sports after the Hoosiers went undefeated last season.

Cignetti starts his third season on Sept. 5 at North Texas & Mendoza prepares with the Raiders for preseason on Aug. 13.

On Thursday, June 11, Bloomington South Panthers posted a season best score of 295 at the Washington boys golf regional at Country Oaks, led by juniors Owen Wisley (74) and Easton Bellini (75), which secured their sixth state appearance streak and marked their best team effort since 2023.

Greg Mendez at The Bishop

9-11 p.m. — The Bishop — 18+ — Experience the poignant alt-pop sounds of Greg Mendez with tracks from his latest album, 'Beauty Land'.

Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival 2026

June 17-20 — Bill Monroe Music Park & Campground — Tickets sold separately — Experience top bluegrass performances with legendary artists and local talent.

Captured - Journey Tribute

Evening — The Bluebird — $10 — Enjoy an entertaining night with Captured, the ultimate Journey tribute band belting out classic hits.

Indiana University Summer String Academy

N/A — June 20 – July 18 — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tuition required — Intensive training for young string musicians at a top music school.

Bloomington Contra Dance

7:30 – 9:30 p.m. — Harmony School — Sliding scale donation from $3 to $20 — Enjoy a community dance experience that promotes safety and inclusion.

Music Masterclass at Indiana University

Event Title — Time Range — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Cost — Enhance your musical skills in a collaborative and expert-led environment.

Indiana University Golf Tournament

Tee time — The Pfau Course — Check online for fees — Play 5,634 yards of challenging golf at a beautiful venue.

Mama Said String Band Live

Time TBA — The Bluebird — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the grassroots sound of Mama Said String Band bringing their unique style to Bloomington.