Wednesday, June 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A text message promising a high-paying remote job with Target was received today and is likely a scam—red flags include unusually high pay for limited work and a request to text an unknown number. The Bloomingtonian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A heat dome has raised temperatures in Bloomington today with heat indices reaching 100—105, and forecasts call for more heat through Friday while state records show a high of 116°F in Collegeville on July 14th, 1936. The National Weather Service urges residents to stay indoors and drink water during this heat advisory. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington officials issued a default notice and filed suit against Crawford Apartments on South Henderson Street for significant violations of city health and safety codes at a supportive housing facility after over a year of warnings including a verbal notice last June. Mayor Kerry Thomson said the legal action aims to enforce rental housing standards — a step to protect vulnerable residents and ensure the facility meets its original mission. The Bloomingtonian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Due to persistent extreme heat, Monroe County officials have extended cooling station access in Bloomington and Ellettsville until Saturday, June 28. Residents can use the air-conditioned facilities to cool down — though the stations do not offer food, showers, or overnight shelter. The Bloomingtonian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Point guard Tyrese Haliburton underwent surgery on Monday at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York to repair a torn Achilles—he said he has no regrets about playing hurt to help the Pacers in the finals. Coach Rick Carlisle expects Haliburton to fully recover but noted he could miss all of next season as the team adjusts its plans. WTHR
- ➤ Indiana University’s alumni team Assembly Ball will return for this summer’s $1 million winner-take-all Basketball Tournament at Hinkle Fieldhouse from July 19 to 22, co-hosting the Indianapolis Regional with Butler’s All Good Dawgs. The team, a No. 2 seed (organized by former Hoosier Christian Watford), will open play on July 19 (4 p.m. ET on FS1) and additional players will be announced soon. The Bloomingtonian
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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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12th Jim Richter Mandolin Camp for Rest of Us
8:55 p.m. — Grant Street Inn — Registration required via email — Embrace the joy of mandolin playing at this engaging camp.
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Picnic in the Park 2025
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Marci Jane Lewis Park — Free entry — Enjoy great food, networking, and fun at the annual community picnic with door prizes.
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Neurodegeneration Teacher Training
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — IU Health Bloomington Hospital — Registration required — Gain a comprehensive 20-hour dementia curriculum to support educators and the community.
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