Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington police are searching for a man accused of assaulting three dancers at Night Moves on July 29—he allegedly choked two 21-year-olds during private dances and grabbed a 20-year-old employee’s buttocks before fleeing on foot.

A Bloomington man, Michael Devin Skie Hartman, 28, faces new Level 6 felony charges including strangulation and domestic battery for allegedly attacking his mother and her boyfriend on July 27 at a residence on West Heatherwood Lane—he also is charged with interfering with crime reporting and a misdemeanor count of domestic battery, and he remains in custody at Monroe County Jail—his prior charges for a separate street assault add to his legal troubles.

The Indiana Uplands READI Steering Committee with ROI and IEDC announced $4,093,000 in READI 2.0 funding to drive projects that will expand housing in Huntingburg and Leavenworth, boost childcare in Nashville, and improve healthcare in Washington.

Among these, Poplar Ridge Apartments in Huntingburg held its groundbreaking ceremony on July 30 at 11:45 a.m.—a key step in a broader regional plan to attract industry and enhance community services.

Bloomington schools will open at different times this fall—Monroe County Community School Corp classes start Aug.6 while Indiana University begins classes on Aug.25 with move-ins on Aug.19—20.

Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville will start classes on Aug.12.

Blair Johnson and Zachary Schlader completed the new extreme environmental chamber at IU School of Public Health-Bloomington — the facility reaches minus 40°C and over 120°F and will support research on how extreme temperatures affect human health and outdoor work.

The chamber provides space for multiple study participants and will guide future studies on warming and cooling challenges.

Mayor Kerry Thomson said that other Indiana jurisdictions are sending homeless individuals to Bloomington, which is straining city services, and she urged those jurisdictions to stop transferring nonresidents—some of whom come seeking services but end up staying when they cannot return home. She also explained plans to ease housing development by auditing permitting procedures, revising the zoning ordinance, and ensuring Crawford Apartments meets city code by Aug. 1 while police took action near local areas.

Mayor Kerry Thomson said on July 29 that Bloomington will limit homeless services to residents of local six counties—she explained that mental health, substance use treatment, and housing supports will be directed to locals while police work to curb drug dealing in the area.

This plan will use Lilly grant funds and revised case management to better serve the community's needs.

Bloomington will argue an annexation case before the Indiana Supreme Court on Oct 30 — the case challenges a 2019 law affecting five annexation areas by questioning if invalidating remonstrance waivers interferes with legal contracts.

City officials say the court will review this constitutional issue while a separate case on annexation merits is scheduled for Aug. 19.

Indiana basketball coach Darian DeVries said that guard Jason Drake and forward Nick Dorn were injured during Wednesday's practice and may miss part of the trip to Puerto Rico starting Monday, August 4.

He noted that Dorn might also miss additional time in the fall as the team evaluates their recoveries.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

BLS Training Course

5-7:30 p.m. — Stone Belt Arc — Certification cost with fees — Enhance your healthcare skills with this essential BLS training course from the American Heart Association.

2025 Indiana Hoosiers Football Season Tickets

12:55 – 2:25 PM — Indiana University Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Secure your season tickets for an exciting Indiana Hoosiers football season.

Bloomington Indiana Amazing Race & Tour

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Hopscotch Coffee & Kitchen — Ticket per person — Explore Bloomington through a fun scavenger hunt filled with wacky tasks and local surprises.