Good morning, Bloomington.

Dave Thompson from a Bloomington beauty supply store turned his 2000 Chevrolet Venture into an award-winning demolition derby contender at Monroe County Fair—readers confirmed its identity in a Herald column challenge.

The Musical Arts Center, home of IU’s opera and ballet programs, will host six fall performances including operas and ballets with events scheduled from Sept.

13 through Dec. 13. Tickets will be available beginning July 31 — subscription plans with discounts are offered — as the season unfolds.

Parents are advised to help incoming college students by planning early for move-in day with a checklist to avoid clutter and by calling the dorm office to learn parking rules.

The tips also suggest setting different move-in times for roommates and taking time to explore campus to ease the transition.

IU has provided a guide of health resources for students that explains where to get emergency care at the IU Health Hospital Emergency Medicine Clinic, nonemergency help at IU Health Urgent Care, mental health support via Counseling and Psychological Services with key contact numbers like 911 and 812-855-5711, services at the Student Health Center, and nearby pharmacies like CVS—helping new students quickly find the care they need.

Local sports editor Bob Hammel died Saturday night at 88—he spent over 40 years covering IU athletics and earned national awards for his work.

His family will receive visitors Sunday, July 27 from 1-3 p.m. at The Funeral Chapel in Bloomington.

Indiana women's basketball coach Teri Moren won her second gold medal when USA Basketball beat Australia 88-76 at the FIBA U19 World Cup in the Czech Republic + she joins an elite group of coaches as she prepares for her 12th season at IU.

BTownVBC Open Gyms

5:30-7 p.m. — Wilkinson Hall — No tickets required — Improve your volleyball skills with practice drills before school and club tryouts.

BTownVBC Open Gyms

5:30-7 p.m. — Wilkinson Hall — No cost — Sharpen your volleyball skills with engaging drills before tryouts.

Live Music: Thomas Dollbaum at The Orbit Room

6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Experience a night of original music with Thomas Dollbaum and friends in a vibrant venue.

Experimental Sound Evening: Rob Funkhouser, Vaguerriffic, Verity Pariah

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $10 plus food or drink purchase required — Explore diverse soundscapes from experimental artists in a vibrant all-ages setting.

BTownVBC Open Gym Sessions

5:30-7 p.m. — Wilkinson Hall — Free entry — Get in some practice with BTownVBC coaches before school and club tryouts.

Golfweek Hoosier Women's Amateur

A 54-hole stroke-play event — Jul 29 – Jul 31 — The Pfau Course — Registration required — Compete alongside talented female amateur and college golfers.

BTownVBC Open Gyms

5:30-7 p.m. — Wilkinson Hall — No cost information available — Get ready for school and club tryouts with 90 minutes of engaging play and skill drills.

Mid-Summer 5K Challenge

8-10 a.m. — Bloomington High School North — $15-$25 — Participate in a 5K run and walk benefiting the Bloomington High School North Cross Country Teams.

Golfweek Hoosier Amateur

Various times — The Pfau Course — Entry fee required — A 54-hole stroke-play tournament showcasing talent from amateur and college golfers.

90s Country Night with Jake Dodds

8-10:30 p.m. — The Bluebird — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of nostalgic country tunes with Jake Dodds and reconnect with the hits of the 90s.