Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington offers a week of live music shows after finals, starting Wednesday at The Bluebird with IU student band Opal and continuing through Sunday with Audrey Clampitt at oak.

Events span various venues (The Bluebird, Juniper Art Gallery, and Buskirk-Chumley Theater) with ticket prices from $5 to about $20.

As students prepare for winter break, IU continues state-funded renovations on the School of Public Health and Bill Garrett Fieldhouse to add energy-efficient systems (budget of $85.9M).

Construction there will extend until August 2026, with utilities work outside Beech Hall causing minimal campus disruption.

Bloomington’s trash and recycling pickup will run one day late today because of extreme cold.

Residents served on Monday will have collection on Tuesday, and other routes will shift later through the week — updates are available on the city’s sanitation webpage.

The B Square reported Monroe County property transfers from Nov.

17-Dec. 10 sourced from Beacon, the county's online GIS. The report detailed 40 transactions at local addresses with sale prices ranging from $75,000 to $778,000.

Local high school athletes earned fall all-conference honors in football, soccer, volleyball, & tennis, with awards announced this morning.

The recognition covers standout performances from Bloomington South, Bloomington North, and regional schools.

With four players sidelined by injuries and personal reasons, Indiana’s women’s basketball team won 74 to 67 over Eastern Michigan Sunday afternoon at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — coach Teri Moren said heavy bench minutes are building options for upcoming Big Ten play.

The Indiana women’s basketball team beat Eastern Michigan 74-67 on Sunday at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall despite being down in rebounds (31 to 39); coach Teri Moren said they must boost their rebounding in upcoming contests.

Local fan Chris Lamb has revived his 1987 Chevy by transforming it into the Big Red Fan Van to celebrate IU's winning streak today.

The van has been updated with team decals and sound system and appears at tailgates near Monroe County Airport.

60 Minutes visited Bloomington on Sunday to chronicle Indiana football’s turnaround, featuring coach Curt Cignetti and quarterback Fernando Mendoza (who discussed his imposter syndrome) amid changes in college athletics.

The segment also showcased longtime supporter John Mellencamp’s perspective on the team’s progress.

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.

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!

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.

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.