Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington’s Council for Community Accessibility will host a 36th anniversary ADA celebration on Saturday, Aug.

1 at Fernandez Plaza outside City Hall with resource booths from local organizations, games, prizes, and cookies from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Indiana University approved a $60 million renovation of the 752-bed Willkie dorm on campus to update its mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems + the room layout remains unchanged, and work will be completed by fall pending state approval.

Rhorer Road will be closed from July 13 to Oct.

9 for a bridge rebuild, and drivers will follow detours on Sare Road & S. Walnut St. Pike while work wraps up by Dec. 11.

Bridge reconstruction on Rhorer Road over Jackson Creek will close a 250ft stretch from July 13 to Oct.

9 to install new steel beams and asphalt after federal inspections noted aging issues. Drivers may use detours via Sare Road and Walnut Street Pike, with work finishing on Dec. 11.

Daniel Munie, a former Hoosier from Bloomington, was named to the MLS All-Star roster after four seasons with the San Jose Earthquakes, and he will play on July 29 at Charlotte FC’s Bank of America Stadium against Liga MX All-Stars.

Former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza was named the Big Ten Jesse Owens Male Athlete of the Year after leading Indiana to a 16-0 season and its first national championship (a historic milestone).

He was the No. 1 overall draft pick by the Las Vegas Raiders and will debut against the Miami Dolphins on Sept. 13.

A special America 250 project now in Bloomington and across the state honors forgotten Indiana high school basketball players (including Fred Adam and Joe Neal) whose key contributions led to state championships.

The series runs in local papers and online July 6-17, spotlighting Indiana's rich basketball history.

Finals for the 98th City Golf Tournament are now 18 holes instead of 36, set for July 19 at Cascades.

The change will speed up play + create added urgency for both the Phil Talbot Men’s and Paul Gray Senior championships as players adjust to the new format.

The Herald-Times, in partnership with IU Health, has launched the 2025-26 Boys Athlete of the Year poll, open until Friday, July 10 at noon + readers can cast unlimited votes for nominees from North, South, Edgewood, Eastern, Owen Valley and Lighthouse who delivered standout performances this season.

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.

FISU America Games

7-11 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Average ticket price $83 — Experience thrilling international sports competition in Bloomington.

65 North Pickers Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ entry — Experience a fusion of bluegrass and jam band vibes with lightning-fast picking and unforgettable originals.

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Bloomington — Book Now on Eventbrite! — Unleash your creativity making a traditional Turkish lamp while enjoying delightful snacks.

Couples Communication Cure: An Evening with Michele O'Mara

6-7 p.m. — Morgenstern Books & Café — Free entry — Explore effective communication in relationships with expert Michele O'Mara as she shares insights from her latest book.

James Eichman Live Concert

9-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ entry — Experience evocative alt-Americana and indie rock sounds from Nashville’s own James Eichman.