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in Bloomington
Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old female was arrested after allegedly shooting a person in the leg at IU Bloomington campus around 3 a.m. on Aug. 23—police said the victim, who is not affiliated with IU, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries while the suspect now faces charges of aggravated battery and criminal recklessness. WTHR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington celebrated its annual Pridefest on Aug. 23 on East Kirkwood Avenue—where drag shows, live music, face painting, vendor stands and performances by Rozé Coutur and Sebastian Passion entertained many attendees who also donated tips during the event. Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two IU student organizations were placed on disciplinary status this summer. The Palestine Solidarity Committee was put on cease and desist on Aug. 15 for disorderly conduct — while the Sigma Chi chapter was suspended on June 13 for dishonest conduct, endangering others, hazing and physical abuse. Indiana Daily Student
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cynthia Clapham from Bloomington paid $2,500 for a 1972 Cadillac convertible as part of a deal made twenty-five years ago and still drives the 5,000 pound car with pride—recent work on its tires and brakes has kept it running well as she prepares to pass the car on to her daughter. The Herald-Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The B Square reported Monroe County property transfers from July 16 through August 19 using Beacon data — transactions ranged from sales as low as $0 to as high as $3,000,000. Key deals include the sale of 541 S Cree CT to SKYE R SMITH for $238,000 and 4100 W Profile PKWY sold for $3,000,000. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana men’s soccer will host San Francisco Sunday night at 7:30 p.m. at Bill Armstrong Stadium—Indiana enters the match after a 0-0-1 tie with Clemson and with several key players uncertain due to injuries. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ On August 22, Indiana high school football games ended with scores from the first week of Operation Football—Bloomington South beat Columbus East 42-7 while Adams Central won 7-0 over Garrett. The scores from many matchups show varied results across the state. WTHR
- ➤ The Edgewood Mustangs won their home opener 38 to 0 against the Mitchell Bluejackets on Aug. 22 with strong runs from Braxton Carpenter and good kicks from Kade Gilchrist. Head coach Scott Fischer said the team will cut penalties and protect the quarterback better — they plan to improve in future games. The B Square Bulletin
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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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Plein Air In Practice at TC Steele Historic Site
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Bloomington Fine Art Supply — Cost not mentioned — Gain real-world painting experience with guidance from plein air expert Scott Sullivan at a historic site.
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Free Screening of INHERITANCE
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Indiana University Cinema — Free entry — Watch the thought-provoking film INHERITANCE at a premier university venue.
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