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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a targeted shooting on South College Drive that occurred early morning June 18, injuring two residents who were taken to IU Health Bloomington Hospital and are expected to recover (the victims are a 35-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man). Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 19, an IU economist warned that low labor productivity and high housing costs signal challenges for the local economy while the Bloomington Transit board explored purchasing land for a new operations center. The city approved a revised hotel deal in the Trades District and missed its zoning code change deadline—an international bicycle race leader cycled through town on Monday, and Friday will bring fog before 9 a.m. The B Square Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University researcher Jeff Dage developed an innovative blood test that is over 90% accurate in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease and received FDA clearance in May — the test offers a less invasive, more affordable alternative to PET scans and lumbar punctures and will soon allow patients over 55 with symptoms to get an earlier diagnosis, though further work is needed to reduce false positives. The Herald-Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ During IU's summer break, local spots such as Upstairs Pub, Indiana Memorial Union, the Vid, BuffaLouie’s and Runcible Spoon are set to offer shorter wait times and a townie-friendly crowd. These venues provide affordable drinks, dining and games — giving Bloomington residents a relaxed way to enjoy summer before the university crowds return. The Herald-Times
SHOP NEWS
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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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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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Indiana University Golf Tournament
Tee off at a beautiful 6,802 yard Par 71 course — The Pfau Course — Entry fee varies — Challenge yourself on a stunning golf course in Bloomington.
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Graphic Design Certificate Program
— All day — Institute for Indigenous Knowledge — Cost details available upon inquiry — Enhance your creative skills with a comprehensive graphic design certification program.
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Kids Camp
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Armstrong Stadium — Check website for pricing — A fun camp for kids to learn dribbling, passing, and shooting through engaging games.
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Trans-Miss Amateur Golf Championship
July 8th-11th — The Pfau Course — Entry may vary — Experience one of the longest-running amateur golf tournaments in the U.S. on a beautiful Midwestern course.
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