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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Joe Wilson, a longtime barber and classic car fan from Bloomfield, died on July 22 at 86. He loved driving his deep-sky-blue 1952 Kaiser along a two-mile route from Wyatt’s Drive-In to the Frost Top in Petersburg—he led local classic car clubs that kept the cruising tradition alive. The Herald-Times
- ➤ The Buskirk-Chumley Theater will host the Blockbuster Decades Film Series that shows one film each on Aug. 8, 9, 15, 16 and 22 at 7 p.m.—featuring movies from the 1970s to the 2010s. Tickets will cost $11.56 for adults and $9.51 for students and can be purchased online or at 114 E. Kirkwood Ave. The Herald-Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Starting this fall, the Kelley School of Business will enforce new admissions rules—direct applicants for fall 2026 and later will need to complete a Kelley Prospective Inventory for committee review while standard admits must earn a minimum of B+ for fall 2025 to spring 2026 and an A- for fall 2026 to spring 2027, replacing the old criteria. Indiana Daily Student
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A warning sign posted upstream from Griffy Lake on August 3 stated that toxins from algae have been detected — residents are asked not to drink the water or let pets swim in it. The B Square Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County Veterans Affairs, in cooperation with Home of South Central Indiana and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, will host a Veterans Resource Fair Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Monroe Convention Center in Bloomington—more than 20 service providers will offer veterans and families help with health care, housing, legal assistance, and other support. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Aug. 2, Garden Smash at the Sinkhole Bar featured frog races in which a small frog named Lilly, trained by Margot, won the final race among three categories — the event also offered gardening activities, hacky sack contests, live music and burgers from a local food truck. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ Indiana football's Big Ten opener against Illinois on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium is sold out—continuing a streak of sold-out home games under head coach Curt Cignetti. Indiana Daily Student
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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