Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On August 26, the MCCSC board of trustees voted to start the legal process to adopt its 2026 budget, setting a spending cap of $181 million for the 2025-2026 school year. A public hearing is scheduled for Sept. 23 at 6 p.m.—the board will vote on the budget on Oct. 28 as enrollment declines and costs rise. The B Square Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson proposed cutting $300,000 from next year's budget for diversity training and ending two cultural programs— the Black y Brown Arts Festival and the Latino Outreach Holiday Assistance Program— due to fiscal pressures and GOP restrictions. City officials explained the changes follow a recent council meeting where they noted unspent funds were reallocated to address revenue losses from recent tax cuts. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington North football got its first win under coach Brett Cooper by beating Bedford North Lawrence 29 to 20 on Friday — senior quarterback John Bargen passed for 213 yards and three touchdowns while the defense stopped the opposing team in the second half. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ Indiana freshman safety Byron Baldwin Jr. will miss the season opener against Old Dominion on Saturday — his absence leaves the team short-handed with only six scholarship players while veteran Louis Moore’s future remains uncertain due to his ongoing NCAA lawsuit. The Herald-Times
- ➤ After opening their season yesterday against Old Dominion University at Memorial Stadium, the Indiana Hoosiers under coach Curt Cignetti now prepare for challenging road games at Iowa and Penn State. Sports analysts predict the team will finish between 8-4 and 11-1 as they aim for a second straight College Football Playoff berth—adding uncertainty to their season. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana's bison mascot parachuted into Memorial Stadium during the first football game, following a months-long build-up. Former coach Lee Corso had appeared on ESPN College GameDay before the dramatic unveiling increased the excitement. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football is preparing to face Old Dominion at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington — the players, who built their strength during summer workouts and fall camp, are eager to show their improved physicality and trash talk skills against a new opponent. This game follows a strong 2024 season and marks the start of the new season. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana University faced Old Dominion at Memorial Stadium on August 30 — fans and players honored traditions by taking The Walk and touching Hep’s Rock, a tribute to Coach Terry Hoeppner that began in 2005. The photo gallery captured key moments from pregame ceremonies through the action on the field. The Bloomingtonian
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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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She Returns From War Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a night of americana music with Hunter Park in a vibrant venue.
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Brandie Posey: One Night Only
7 PM — The Comedy Attic — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of humor with stand-up comedian Brandie Posey, known for her unique style and engaging performances.
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