Today
in Bloomington
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Conservation Officers recovered the body of 27-year-old Keynner Lugo at 7:49 a.m. Tuesday from Monroe Lake—about 200 yards from where he was last seen trying to reach shore near Allen's Creek—after boaters were unable to rescue him, and the investigation remains active. The Bloomingtonian
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana-based Homefield Apparel opened its first brick-and-mortar store on Kirkwood Avenue Tuesday—located steps from IU and home to the historic Tracks record store—and celebrated its local roots with IU merchandise and a revived bison logo given to the first 100 customers. The store will host a block party on Friday—part of IU Welcome Week—to further honor its connection with the community. WRTV
- ➤ Homefield Apparel held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of its first retail store in Bloomington—marking the company’s new step into retail business. The event underscored its commitment to serve local shoppers with its unique apparel offerings. The Herald-Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Randy Francis, a convicted felon with a 2009 child molestation conviction that bars him from gun ownership, faces charges after he allegedly fired his pistol multiple times at a man walking on the B-Line Trail near Country Club Drive just after midnight Aug. 14—authorities said he will appear in court today for a bail review and that police recovered two guns in his backpack. WTHR
- ➤ Local disability activist Lesamarie Hacker was hospitalized after her car was struck on North Tunnel Road last weekend when Donald C. Andreoni, a 75-year-old suspect arrested on Aug. 16 for driving while intoxicated with a passenger under 18, caused the crash; she suffered internal bruising, whiplash, a concussion and a displaced cervical disc while her twin 5-year-old granddaughters were unharmed. The Bloomingtonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe County Justice Building is closed until Thursday for mold remediation — this closure affects county courts, the prosecutor’s office, public defender, probation and clerk offices while cleanup continues; people with scheduled hearings are asked to call the court on Thursday morning to reschedule. WTHR
- ➤ Bloomington is set to name the area around Millers-Showers Park the Stadium District as new apartments, shops, and public improvements transform the neighborhood. City staff are drafting legislation & planning a public art gateway piece to attract visitors and support economic growth. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Monroe County sent letters on July 8 to tenants renting on land donated by the Nancy Huntington trust and required them to leave by Oct. 1 so the land can be used for recreation. Tenants asked for more time to move—county officials say the trust rules demand a quick conversion of the property. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana football's preseason ticket sales have reached a new record with over $13 million, fueled by a 50% rise in sales and a sold-out student section ahead of the season opener against Old Dominion. The team has revived local traditions as fans support rally towel displays at Memorial Stadium for the upcoming 2025 home games. The Herald-Times
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What you resist, persists.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Today in Bloomington
Welcome to the Today in Bloomington, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Bloomington, Indiana community. If you like the Today in Bloomington, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Bloomington.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Bloomington and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Today in Bloomington
A free Bloomington community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://todayinbloomington.com/sitemap