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in Bloomington
Sunday, December 14th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of December.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday, Dec. 13 and fans can now buy IndyStar’s commemorative page print starting at $27 to celebrate the historic Big Ten championship season — a hardcover collector’s book will be available for holiday gift vouchers after the season. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Heisman finalist Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza visited the adidas flagship store in New York on Saturday (Dec. 13) to organize a $10,000 shopping spree for four families affected by multiple sclerosis; he partnered with adidas and the National MS Society to bring joy during his busy Heisman weekend. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball faces Eastern Michigan at 1 p.m. today at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, after a 44 point win over ULM boosted the Hoosiers to a 9 to 2 record + Coach Teri Moren noted that bench injuries may affect team rotation in the contest. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana wrestling beat Army 26-14 in their final nonconference dual meet at Wilkinson Hall in Bloomington Saturday. The win improved the team record to 5-1 and sets the stage for upcoming Big Ten matchups. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Three IU students competed in a Fernando Mendoza lookalike contest at Showalter Fountain on Saturday, Dec. 13. The contest featured football throwing, a short race, and a mock interview, and Max Augustini won a $30 BuffaLouie's gift card. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana football players have traveled to New York this weekend to support Heisman Trophy finalist Fernando Mendoza, who is set to attend the ceremony Saturday night - teammates will gather at a steakhouse for a watch party and join a charity event to raise funds for MS awareness. The Herald-Times
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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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Mama Said String Band with Chris Dollar
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy live music from Mama Said String Band and Chris Dollar at a top-rated Bloomington venue.
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2026 IU Winter ID Camp
5:00 a.m. to 4:59 a.m. — Mellencamp Pavilion, Bloomington, IN — Registration fee applies — A developmental camp for high school soccer players aiming for collegiate play.
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