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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Simtra BioPharma Solutions bought a 65-acre property on Bloomington’s west side on July 25 to expand its manufacturing of injectable medicines from the old GE plant with over 300,000 sq ft of space. The company will add filling lines for vials and prefilled syringes and work with Monroe County on a phased plan — more details will be released soon. The Bloomingtonian
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington police arrested eight people in Seminary Park on drug charges after weeks of investigation — six were charged with cocaine and meth dealing, one for marijuana possession and one for possessing a syringe — and Mayor Kerry Thomson said the arrests aim to protect vulnerable residents while a press conference on housing and homelessness is scheduled for Tuesday, July 29. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ Cameron Greenwood, who has been jailed 25 times since 2019, was arrested on July 24 for indecent exposure when he exposed himself in a Family Dollar parking lot on East 16th Street—police report that he fled briefly before being caught and he remains in custody as prosecutors consider raising his bond. WTHR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson addressed the community Friday after a police operation on Thursday that focused on drug dealing in Seminary Park. She said the investigation by Bloomington Police was part of the city’s effort to protect residents & her administration will support prevention, treatment, and recovery to address addiction and homelessness. The Bloomingtonian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Indiana receiver Donaven McCulley transferred to Michigan as a fifth-year senior after playing only four games for IU and is now looking to prove his big play ability at Ann Arbor—teammates and coaches have compared him to Nico Collins for his size and speed. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington cyclists offer ways to stay safe in the summer heat by drinking extra water and riding during cooler hours. IU student Alex Hamilton and incoming senior Leila Faraday advise using ventilated helmets and cooling gear — methods that help riders train safely for events like the Little 500. WTHR
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Golfweek Hoosier Amateur
Various times — The Pfau Course — Entry fee required — A 54-hole stroke-play tournament showcasing talent from amateur and college golfers.
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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.
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2025 Senior Expo
9 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Lawrence County Fairgrounds — Vendor opportunities available — Connect with local businesses and enjoy a variety of activities tailored for seniors.
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Jessica Risker with Kearn Family Band
8-11 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Mojave Desert singer-songwriter Pat Kearns and trivia fun beforehand.
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Cooper Alan Concert
5:45-8:30 p.m. — The Bluebird — Cost details not provided — Experience Cooper Alan showcasing his new EP and fresh country tunes.
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Thunderstruck: AC/DC Tribute
9-11 p.m. — The Bluebird — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying tribute to AC/DC with classic hits and high-energy performances.
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