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Saturday, August 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Workers from Bland’s Wrecker Service responded on August 8th, 2025—after a semi-truck overturned on the northbound on-ramp to I-69 from West Third Street in Bloomington. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ On Friday afternoon, a Chrysler minivan crashed into a Ford F-450 on State Road 45 near the 27-mile marker in Greene County—41-year-old William Brand of Bedford died at the scene while the other driver was treated for injuries at a Bloomington hospital. WTHR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Based on a coroner’s report, Bloomington police detectives added a level 1 felony charge for dealing in a controlled substance resulting in death against inmate Seth G. Svenson after a 34-year-old woman died of fentanyl toxicity on June 18 at a residence on South Odell Drive—she reportedly had used heroin the night before. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ Bloomington man Sean G. Svenson, 46, was arrested August 7th for felony dealing resulting in death after selling $60 worth of fentanyl-laced heroin to a couple at their Odell Drive apartment on June 17th—which led to a 34-year-old woman's fatal overdose on June 18th and resulted in his being held at Monroe County Jail on $100,500 bond. The Herald-Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emmy-nominated comedian Fred Armisen announced his tour 'Comedy for Musicians but Everyone is Welcome' will include a show in Bloomington at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater on October 9—tickets went on sale Friday at 10 a.m. with pre-sales starting August 6. Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County Community School Corp. high school staff at Bloomington North and South will wear panic button badges this fall that can alert administrators or trigger a school-wide lockdown; the board approved a five-year contract with Centegix for $126,800 in May+ the system aims to enhance campus security. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City of Bloomington released its proposed 2026 budget that uses a new state law and a new spending method to show an $11.2 million deficit in the General Fund after a $16 million gap last year. Public meetings—open to residents—will take place from Aug. 18 to Aug. 27 to review the plan. City of Bloomington
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University graduate students saw a temporary lapse in their student insurance plans as coverage began August 1 but appeared inactive until appointments and awards were finalized + IU said it will retroactively cover the inactive period once claims are processed while it did not provide a timeline for updating the system. The Herald-Times
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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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