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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jacobs Opera and Ballet Theater is performing 'L’Enfant et les Sortilèges' today at 7:30 p.m. at the Musical Arts Center – a French opera with modern updates that will also play with a new cast on Saturday and include an onstage orchestra opening with 'Bolero' plus an Opera Insights Lecture at 6:30 p.m. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ A retrospective honoring the late artist Robert Harman opens Nov. 7 at Ivy Tech Waldron Arts Center in Bloomington with a public reception from 5 to 8 p.m.; the exhibit — showcasing over five decades of his paintings, drawings, and mixed-media works while tracing his evolution as both an artist and mentor — will run through January. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ On Monday night, the Natalie Boeyink Jazz Ensemble performed at Buskirk-Chumley Theater to mark Indigenous Peoples Day by playing pieces from Indigenous composers and classic jazz tunes. Bloomington-raised professor Natalie Boeyink led IU students who featured improvised solos (by freshmen) and will perform again (Nov. 20 at the Musical Arts Center). Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University ordered the student newspaper to stop printing after firing its media director — citing long-standing financial challenges, while alum Mark Cuban donated $250,000 months earlier to support the publication. Cuban expressed his disapproval on Oct. 15 by posting 'Not happy — Censorship isn’t the way.' The Herald-Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana DNR urged Hoosiers to report illegal hunting & fishing using the Turn In a Poacher program to help protect local wildlife, with rewards up to $500 for tips that lead to arrests. The effort aims to support ongoing enforcement and conservation actions across the state. The Bloomingtonian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wes Fulford, a former nose tackle and tight end from Brown County, is thriving at right tackle for Bloomington South after changing positions and adding 30 pounds to his frame. His coach said he stands out for his physicality — his work in footwork drills and film sessions helped the team build strong chemistry ahead of today’s state-ranked game. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti spoke on the Pat McAfee Show after his team beat Oregon 30-20 and said his program built on success with more fan support, donations and facility updates. He noted that sold-out home games, a strong alumni base and top transfers are clear signs—evidence that the Hoosiers are improving their program. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football will face Michigan State tomorrow at Memorial Stadium at 3:30 p.m. ET—coming off a record win over Oregon, the No. 3 Hoosiers aim to leverage key plays while Michigan State contends with injury concerns and a three-game skid. Key match details and player impacts will be in focus as both teams seek an edge in a pivotal Big Ten matchup. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana men's basketball, under new coach Darian DeVries, plays Marian in a season-opening exhibition game today. The team will miss three guards—Aleksa Ristic, Nick Dorn, and Jason Drake—and will try new lineups focusing on 3-point shooting. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti signed a new long-term contract that raises his annual pay to $11.6 million and secures his role through 2033 — he said he will stick to a 'business as usual' approach as he prepares the team for the upcoming game against Michigan State. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington South girls soccer led early but scored only one goal while Center Grove capitalized on missed chances—scoring a penalty kick and a turnover goal—to win 2-1 in the regional semifinal. The Panthers had many openings but could not add the extra points needed for a comeback. The Herald-Times
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ORBIT#7: Live Music Showcase
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Celebrate the Orbit 7 Year Anniversary with live performances from Amy O, Jessica Risker, and Lacey Guthrie.
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Jonathan Biss Concert
2-4 p.m. — Auer Hall — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a captivating performance featuring works by Timo Andres and Beethoven with the Indiana University Chamber Orchestra.
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Recital at Indiana University featuring Itamar Zorman and pianist Sung-Mi Im
8-9 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Admission details TBA — Experience a blend of Mozart, Bach, and Brahms in this promising violin and piano recital.
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Indiana Connected Educators Conference 2025
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington — Check event page for cost — Empowering educators with exciting sessions and surprises for an epic day of learning.
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Mitski: The Land
6:30 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Ticket info available online — Experience the cinematic adaptation of Mitski's extraordinary live performance bringing her acclaimed album to the big screen.
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The Vulgar Boatmen Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with The Vulgar Boatmen in Bloomington.
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Jeff Darren Muse at Bloomington Book Festival
4-5 p.m. — The Mill — Free entry — Celebrate literacy and engage with local authors as Jeff Darren Muse shares his journey and writings.
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Junior Brown Concert
4-10 p.m. — The Bluebird — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sounds of Junior Brown, blending country, blues, and Hawaiian steel guitar.
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The Castellows Live Performance
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — The Bluebird — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with gospel and bluegrass melodies from The Castellows, a rising local music group.
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Twitty and Lynn: A Tribute to Conway and Loretta
3-4:30 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Tickets required — Experience a heartfelt tribute as the grandchildren of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn bring their grandparents' legendary country music to life.
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