Good morning, Bloomington.

Meta informed The Bloomingtonian via an AI chatbot that its Facebook page — which had 67,000 followers and operated for about 7 years — is permanently suspended and will be deleted after 180 days while some local readers faced account restrictions after discussing the suspension.

Indiana University and regional partners are investing over $7M to boost creative career paths and improve cultural spaces in the Indiana Uplands.

The plan includes an arts incubator in the Trades Administration Building and a production hub on Hillside Drive—efforts set to continue through Dec. 2028.

Bloomington celebrated five years of its Climate Action Plan as the City released its 2024 greenhouse gas report, showing that emissions will drop 25 percent (compared to 2018 levels) by 2030.

Future investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy will continue to drive progress.

Wildfire smoke from Canada has led to dangerous air quality in parts of the Midwest — health officials advise Bloomington residents to limit outdoor activity and use air purifiers like the PuroAir 240 as smoky conditions are expected to persist through the week.

Indiana men's basketball played for the first time with a new roster and uniforms in an exhibition win over Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf at Assembly Hall, easing into the FISU America Games in Lima starting July 20.

Fresh players like guard Prince-Alexander Moody impressed in the 98-64 win.

Indiana football will see a historic commitment today when 5-star receiver Monshun Sales announces his decision on The Pat McAfee Show streaming live on ESPN+.

He is one of two uncommitted prospects amid 39 scholarship offers from top programs.

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.