Good morning, Bloomington.

Darn Good Soup is back in Bloomington at the iconic The Chocolate Moose — co-owner Pat East shared how the first day serving customers went.

Indiana retailers have announced their holiday hours for Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping set for November 28.

Walmart and Target will be closed on Thanksgiving and open at 6 a.m. on Black Friday—other stores offer varied online deals and in-store times—so shoppers can plan their visits.

IU professors and Waters Corporation launched the new Xevo Charge Detection Mass Spectrometer about a month ago; the device helps scientists measure charged particles more precisely for gene therapy and environmental research.

The instrument uses a special detection cylinder—improving measurements so researchers can better identify effective gene therapies and track microplastics.

Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music is launching an outreach program to take ballet, opera and instrumental performances on the road across Indiana.

The program gives students real-world touring experience and will open on Valentine’s Day weekend in Bloomington with an opera adaptation of Mansfield Park then move to Madam Walker Legacy Center—bringing world-class performances to more local communities.

A Bloomington Transit bus parked in front of WFHB on November 21 was used by Music in Transit to record local artists playing music from the bus — the project captured performances by Claire Pendreigh and David Brown.

Bloomington has partnered with Yiftee to launch the Shop Local Bloomington Card, a digital gift card that works at independent shops and restaurants throughout the city and is available online.

The program will boost local business + encourage enrollment before the holiday season to capture more revenue.

Hoosiers may face colder weather this winter due to a La Niña event, so drivers should pack essential supplies in their cars for holiday travel—items include a cellphone, jumper cables, and a first-aid kit.

Local officials advise checking vehicle maintenance and fuel levels before setting out to help prevent issues during potential snow emergencies—ensuring safe travel during the holiday season.

New Palestine won 42-0 over Bloomington South in a Class 5A semi-state game on Friday night—capping a 13-0 season under coach Kyle Ralph.

They will face Merrillville on November 28 at 7:00 p.m. at Lucas Oil Stadium as they chase a state title.

Indiana men's basketball defeated Lindenwood on November 20 at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington — Tucker DeVries scored 25 points while Sam Alexis, Reed Bailey, and Lamar Wilkerson contributed key plays in the win.

IndyStar and USA Today covered Indiana high school semistate football games from Friday night to Saturday morning and reported live scores including New Palestine's 7—0 lead over Bloomington South.

Lucas Oil Stadium will host the state finals on Nov. 28 to Nov. 29 with games scheduled by class, offering more highlights and stats as the season continues.

The Hoosiers defeated Rutgers three to zero in a match held at Wilkinson Hall on November 20, with senior hitter Avry Tatum playing all sets and scoring 12.5 points + freshman setter Teodora Krickovic surpassing 1,000 assists as a freshman to help secure the win.

New Palestine's football team beat Bloomington South 42—0 on November 21 after early turnovers and a long 92-yard touchdown set a strong tone for the game.

Bloomington South's coach said mistakes cost the team any chance to score.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Monroe Community Kitchen

3-6 p.m. — Community Kitchen — Free meal — Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner served to anyone in need, no questions asked.

Fall Prospect Camp

10 AM - 4 PM — Armstrong Stadium — $160.00 — A dedicated soccer camp for female athletes to showcase their skills and potential.

Historic Homesite Volunteer Workday

1-7 p.m. — Fairfax State Recreation Area — Free — Help uncover the remnants of a historic late 1800s farm and home site.

Joe Pug Live Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — The Bishop Bar — Ticket price unknown — Experience the soulful sounds of Joe Pug, a masterful singer-songwriter with heartfelt lyrics.

Nutcracker Behind-the-Scenes Tour

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. — Musical Arts Center — Limited to 30 guests per tour — Explore the set and costumes of The Nutcracker in a guided tour.

Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Woolery Mill — Ticketed event — Experience a magical evening of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet under candlelight.

Indiana Hoosiers vs. Siena Heights Saints

7 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling college basketball matchup as the Hoosiers take on the Saints.