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Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cafe Pizzaria, a beloved Bloomington staple for over 70 years, closed its doors in August 2024, after providing generations of families and regulars a place to create cherished memories. Indiana Daily Student
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Amy Dowden was charged with theft and fraud after using a stolen debit card from a funeral to make a purchase at Build-A-Bear. The Herald-Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington Economic Development Corp. advises incorporating the city's vibrant arts scene and quality of life into recruitment strategies to attract top talent. The Herald-Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 General Election in Indiana is set for Nov. 5, with early voting ending Nov. 4, providing details on polling place locations, required ID, and a historical perspective on election practices. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Monroe County has paused its 7 p.m. outdoor warning siren tests to facilitate ongoing upgrades, with tests to resume upon completion. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oumar Ballo of Indiana men's basketball has been named to the 2025 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award watchlist, marking his third preseason award nomination. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ No. 16 Indiana men's soccer, having secured a share of the Big Ten title, faces Division III Trine University in a non-impactful match but aims to extend their winning streak while celebrating senior night. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Live updates on Bloomington-area high school football scores for the IHSAA sectional semifinals are available. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana volleyball seeks victories on the road against Rutgers and Maryland to improve their season's record and NCAA Tournament prospects. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ No. 17 Indiana men's basketball aims for improvement in its final exhibition game against Marian University, coached by Pat Knight, the son of Hoosier legend Bob Knight. Indiana Daily Student
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Harvard Crimson vs. Indiana Hoosiers Women's Basketball Game
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Olive Klug Solo Performance
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Exploring the Jewish Mikvah Ritual in Bloomington
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Theo Von: Return of the Rat Live Performance
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