Monday, December 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sacred Heart Church hosted its first Affordable Art Fair, offering items for $25 or less and encouraging economic justice through 'Pay What’d you Like' cookies, attracting both veteran and newcomer artists. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington's Animal Care and Control advises residents on keeping pets safe due to typical coyote sightings near IU campus, recommending supervision and caution during dusk and dawn. Indiana Daily Student
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ ParkMobile's 2021 data breach victims, including those in Bloomington, Indiana, are eligible for a $25 compensation from a $32.8 million settlement, despite the breach exposing 21 million users' data to potential phishing and fraud. The Bloomingtonian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ IU Bloomington's Army ROTC program distinguishes itself nationally by integrating modern sports science into cadet training for enhanced physical progress and injury prevention. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington Transit board is set to vote on a new advertising policy aimed at reducing ads on buses to strengthen the agency's brand identity, amid a backdrop of fluctuating ridership and updates on fare collection systems. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ A U.S. law set to ban TikTok could affect creators and users, though many speculate on alternative platforms and the long-term impact on internet culture. Indiana Daily Student
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana football is actively utilizing the transfer portal to bolster their roster for the 2025 season, with several new signings and departures. The Herald-Times
- ➤ The Indiana women's basketball team defeated Bellarmine 95-61, showcasing their best offensive performance of the season with seven players scoring in double-digits. The Herald-Times
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Straight No Chaser Holiday Concert
Experience the 10-man acapella group Straight No Chaser as they perform a blend of pop classics and modern hits at Indiana University Auditorium.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More
Experience a live candlelight concert featuring an array of classical pieces, including Vivaldi's Four Seasons, performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an enchanting venue.
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WonderLab Science Museum Open on Christmas Eve
Experience a festive day at the WonderLab Science Museum, which will be open for special holiday hours on Christmas Eve.
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New Year's Eve Celebration with Busman's Holiday
Celebrate New Year's Eve with live music from Busman's Holiday at The Bishop Bar in Bloomington, Indiana.
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2025 Indiana University Winter ID Camp for Soccer Prospects
The Winter ID Camp offers high school players a chance to develop their skills and be evaluated for collegiate soccer opportunities.
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2025 IU Winter Identification Camp
The 2025 IU Winter ID Camp offers high school soccer players an evaluative and developmental experience to prepare for collegiate play.
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