Saturday, December 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The B Square Bulletin, a key source of local government coverage in Bloomington, Indiana, is shutting down after 5.5 years. The Bloomingtonian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ For the second time in a week, a fire broke out at a homeless camp in Bloomington, Indiana, with its cause under investigation and prompting concerns about the safety of the camp's inhabitants. The Bloomingtonian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington invites the community to celebrate the second night of Chanukah with a Public Menorah Lighting on December 26, featuring traditional treats and festivities. The Bloomingtonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bloomington is working to resolve intermittent phone connectivity at the Utilities Service Center caused by AT&T service outages, and advises residents to use email or alternative phone numbers for urgent communications. City of Bloomington
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana football has achieved a record 11 wins this season and aims to overcome Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff, spotlighting their journey from underdogs to title contenders. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington South's girls basketball team showcased a stellar defensive performance, leading to a 59-22 triumph over rival Bloomington North by limiting them to below 30 points for the eighth time this season. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football secures nine returning assistant coaches with new multi-year contracts, raising their total salary pool to $7.125 million by 2025, ranking fifth in the Big Ten and top 20 nationally. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football appoints Chandler Whitmer, currently the Atlanta Falcons' pass-game specialist, as their new quarterbacks coach and co-offensive coordinator for the 2025 season. Indiana Daily Student
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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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From Page to Stage: A Discussion with Playwright Sandy Rustin
The event features playwright Sandy Rustin discussing the transformation of literary works into theatrical performances, presented by the Union Board and IU Auditorium.
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Essential First Aid and CPR Training by American Heart Association
This hands-on event provides vital training in first aid and CPR techniques to help participants confidently handle emergencies.
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