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in Bloomington
Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Erol and Elena Sinan opened Spudshacks on Aug. 4 at 224 N. College Ave. in Bloomington where they serve stuffed baked potatoes known as Cumpir from Turkey. The restaurant offers 16 customizable toppings and a small menu of crepes, pancakes, and baked goods—ingredients are locally sourced. The Herald-Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Cedar Bluffs Nature Preserve offers a 1.5-mile rocky trail that follows Clear Creek, crosses a new bridge, and climbs a 75-foot bluff lined with eastern red cedar trees for scenic views. The 23-acre park is managed by The Nature Conservancy and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and welcomes hikers with perfect mid-70s weather. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington announced that Safety Week will run from Aug 18 to 22 under its Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan to lessen traffic injuries and fatalities. Evening events include free ice cream at The Chocolate Moose on Aug 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. — free snacks and a transit briefing at Friendly Beasts on Aug 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. — and free entry at The Wonderlab on Aug 21 from 4 to 6 p.m., while pop-up booths will gather resident feedback across the city. City of Bloomington
- ➤ The Monroe County council will meet at 4 p.m. on August 26 to consider a tax abatement for Simtra Biopharma, which bought the former GE site from Cook Group on Bloomington’s west side. County attorney Jeff Cockerill explained that the proposed deal would tie the break to job creation and performance targets — a draft agreement will be ready by next Monday. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ City of Bloomington Utilities announced it is planning to raise drinking water rates and will share details at the Aug. 25 meeting—current residential charges of $4.38 per 1,000 gallons with fixed monthly fees result in a typical $100 bill. The proposed increase follows a four-year cycle and is part of a plan to fund capital improvements—meeting requirements from a previous rate case settlement. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana safety Louis Moore filed a lawsuit against the NCAA after his waiver for extra eligibility was denied, and Judge Dale Tillery issued a temporary restraining order that allows him to play for 14 days while a full hearing is set for Aug 27 — Moore claims his junior college play should not count against him and his case seeks clarity on the eligibility rules. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington area high schools seek votes for preseason offensive and defensive players of the year—polling remains open until noon Friday, Aug. 15. Voters can choose as many candidates as they wish in each poll. The Herald-Times
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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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Northern Kentucky Norse at Indiana Hoosiers Women's Volleyball
10-11:30 a.m. — Wilkinson Hall — VIP tickets available — Cheer on the Hoosiers in an exciting collegiate volleyball matchup.
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Edgewood Dollars for Scholars 5K
8:30-9:30 a.m. — Edgewood Intermediate School — Registration fee applies — Participate in a 5K run/walk to support scholarship funds for local high school seniors.
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Dummy Album Release Show
7 PM – 1 AM — The Bishop Bar — Ticket prices to be announced — Celebrate Dummy's new album with live performances by them and Good Flying Birds.
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Daniel Villarreal Trio Performance
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Enjoy an evening of music with the Daniel Villarreal Trio featuring special guests.
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People Watching Book Tour with Chloe Liese & Jillian Meadows
6-8 p.m. — Morgenstern Books & Café — Click here for tickets — Celebrate the release of ‘People Watching’ with authors Hannah Bonam-Young, Chloe Liese, and Jillian Meadows.
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Volunteer Orientation at WonderLab
3:30-5 p.m. — Indiana University Cinema — Free entry — Discover the joys of volunteering at the greatest little science museum in the world.
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