Good morning, Bloomington.

Pantry 279 in Ellettsville will host Duke Energy Cares tomorrow as founder Cindy Chavez expects hundreds to line up outside the building to receive food and services from returning agencies — Duke Energy is contributing $8,000 to cover extra supplies and staff wages, and the pantry will be open from 1 to 7 p.m.

Bloomington Volunteer Network lists several volunteer opportunities this October (residents will work at the Community Orchard on Oct.

11 at 2120 S Highland Ave, assist with the Banneker Fall Fashion Show on Oct. 3-4 at 930 W. Seventh St, volunteer at Crested Hill Refuge for equine programs, or donate pet food and supplies to Monroe County Humane Association at 791 S. Fieldstone Blvd).

On January 29, the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority released its annual point-in-time count showing that Bloomington and Monroe County’s homeless population dropped from 339 last year to 305 people.

Beacon leader Forrest Gilmore said residents still face severe housing instability as high rent and low apartment vacancy keep many struggling.

Tucker Carlson will speak at IU on Oct.

21 at 6:30 p.m. as part of Turning Point USA’s campus tour, replacing Charlie Kirk who was fatally shot on Sept. 10—this free event honors Kirk’s mission and continues his legacy.

Indiana University admitted a record 10,127 freshmen at Bloomington this fall, setting a new campus record with about 200 more students than last year.

The class includes more Asian Americans as the largest minority group—out-of-state enrollment grows while first-generation numbers fall.

A Monroe County judge denied retired Indiana University professors—Steven Sherman, Alex Tanford, and Russell Skiba—motion to keep their seat on the Bloomington Faculty Council after a policy change removed them in June.

They filed a lawsuit against the Board of Trustees to challenge the new policy and Indiana code section, and the court ruled they are unlikely to succeed at this stage.

Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti said his team will face a tougher challenge at Iowa’s sold-out Kinnick Stadium where the loud crowd and strong defense will test them—he also noted his respect for coach Kirk Ferentz’s long career.

Indiana sports had a standout weekend as the Hoosiers beat ranked Illinois 63 to 10 and the Colts started 3 to 0 by scoring 103 points in their first three games.

Cathedral High grad Cole Hocker won gold in the 5,000 meters at the World Championships in Tokyo—clear signs that tougher challenges lie ahead.

Rick Wood's Album Recording at The Comedy Attic

7 PM — The Comedy Attic — Ticket prices vary — Experience incisive storytelling and witty humor from a talented comedian and writer.

Lotus World Music & Arts Festival

11:59 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Ticket required — Experience exceptional talent and celebrate world cultures at this annual arts festival.

The Brook & The Bluff Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Bluebird — Tickets available — Experience expertly crafted songs and sublime musicianship from Nashville-based band The Brook & The Bluff.

American Aquarium Live Concert

8-10 p.m. — The Bluebird — Ticketed event — Experience the commitment of American Aquarium as they showcase their latest album.

S. Carey Live Concert

8-10 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — Ticketed event — Experience the soothing sounds of S. Carey in an intimate Bloomington venue.

Paint the Town Pink

2-8 p.m. — Switchyard Park — Free entry — Celebrate breast cancer awareness with a month-long community initiative featuring local support services and activities.

Bloomington IN Wool & Fiber Festival

Fri 9 a.m. – Sat 4 p.m. — Monroe County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with vendors showcasing wool and fiber arts at this delightful festival.

Hoosiers Outrun Cancer 5K

5K Run/Walk — Assembly Hall, Bloomington, IN — Registration fees vary — Participate in one of Indiana's oldest and largest runs to support cancer programs.

Developing Capable Young People Training Program

10 PM — Renwick Village Center Holding — Openings available — Program aimed at empowering parents and professionals to positively influence youth in the community.

Southern Culture on the Skids Concert

8:00–11:30 PM — The Bishop Bar — 18+ event — Experience a legendary band with their unique blend of rock, surf, and country for a foot-stomping night.