Today
in Bloomington
Monday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Rail Road’s Santa Train will travel across southern Indiana from Dec. 5 until Dec. 7 with stops close to Bloomington on Dec. 6 in Solsberry, Bloomington, and Linton. Families can ride the free train to meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and his elves—enjoying photo opportunities and handing off wish list letters. The Herald-Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ In 2015, Charlie Mullin bought a 1961 Mercedes-Benz for $650 at an Owen County auction and has kept the car at his Mullin Equipment on U.S. 231 (where his mechanic said it could run with little expense), leaving its fate open as he may repair or sell it in the future. The Herald-Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This week, live music events will take place in Bloomington as venues like The Bluebird, Gather, Buskirk-Chumley Theater, and IU Auditorium host a range of acts from DJ Smitty to The Singing Hoosiers; ticket prices range from $5 to $40 in shows that cater to 21+ and family audiences. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ IU graduates led by co-director Michelle Hernandez produced a stop-motion animated short film called Things You Know But Cannot Explain that features Rick Bartow’s artwork and is narrated in the Wiyot language—today the film is shown on AMC+ as part of The Future of Film: Indigenous Voices until Dec.15. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Straight No Chaser, the men's a cappella group formed at Indiana University, will perform at the IU Auditorium on Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. as part of its Holiday Road tour featuring songs from their new album, and tickets start at $75. The Herald-Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fernando Mendoza and Julian Sayin, the top Heisman Trophy favorites, will play in the Big Ten championship game on Saturday, Dec. 6 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis (the win will decide the No. 1 College Football Playoff seed and impact the Heisman race). The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana volleyball earned a No. 4 seed and will host the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament in Bloomington, playing Toledo on Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m. The team ended the season 23-7 with a top-five Big Ten finish and makes its first tourney appearance since 2010 under coach Steve Aird — led by standout hitters. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ On Sunday, coach Curt Cignetti said the Indiana football team learned from last year's loss to Ohio State when mistakes in pass protection and special teams cost them, and the undefeated Hoosiers are now better prepared. The team will face No. 1 Ohio State in the Big Ten title game on Saturday night — a chance to overcome those missteps. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana women’s basketball lost their season opener to No. 10 Iowa State 106-95 on Sunday—senior guard Shay Ciezki scored 38 points as the bench added 18 points, showing promise despite the defeat. The team will use the loss as a lesson as they prepare for their first Big Ten game on Dec. 6. Indiana Daily Student
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Family New Year’s Eve Bash
4-9 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Bloomington — Ticket required — Celebrate early with games, food, and a festive family countdown to 2026!
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