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Saturday, November 9th, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Explosions at Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane, responsible for demilitarizing outdated military munitions, caused the loud booms and shaking felt in southwestern Indiana. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana University is holding a blood drive in the Assembly Hall to boost its rankings in the Big Ten's 'We Give Blood Drive' competition, welcoming notables and aiming for higher donor participation. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Mayor Kerry Thomson and the City of Bloomington affirm their dedication to fighting hate speech and promoting inclusivity in the community. City of Bloomington
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ American Freight in Bloomington, along with 327 other U.S. locations, is closing as Franchise Group Inc. files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, offering up to 30% off in a closing sale. The Herald-Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington Utilities has launched an accessible online water service line inventory to identify lead and galvanized pipes in compliance with federal guidelines, aiming for replacements to ensure safe drinking water. City of Bloomington
- ➤ Griffy Lake Nature Preserve in Bloomington, Indiana, will be closed to the public for deer hunts on Nov. 16-17 and Nov. 23-24 to manage plant and habitat diversity. The Bloomingtonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Shannon has been appointed as the new Safe & Civil City Program Director for the City of Bloomington, aiming to enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and public safety education. City of Bloomington
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Braylen Townsend leads Bloomington South to a 27-3 victory over Bloomington North, securing their 10th sectional title in 11 years with a standout performance. The Herald-Times
- ➤ CBS analyst Gary Danielson praises Indiana University's football transformation under Coach Curt Cignetti, highlighting their rise to a No. 8 ranking and the significant impact of quarterback Kurtis Rourke. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball team faces a challenging overtime loss to Harvard, ending an 18-game home win streak and highlighting areas for significant improvement. The Herald-Times
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Theo Von: Return of the Rat Live Performance
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Andrew Marlin Live in Bloomington
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Another Round Winter Concert at Buskirk-Chumley Theater
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Brown County Hilly Half Marathon
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American Heart Association First Aid and CPR Training Course
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Latin Jazz Ensemble Concert Directed by Wayne Wallace
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Childbirth Education Series by Tandem
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One Night Only: Dave Stone's Comedy Debut in Bloomington
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