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in Bloomington
Wednesday, December 24th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA expanded its recall of frozen shrimp on Dec. 19 due to possible radioactive cesium contamination, affecting products sold at Indiana stores like Safeway. Consumers are advised to discard any Market 32 or Waterfront Bistro branded shrimp since no illnesses have been reported. The Herald-Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today at Cagles Mill Lake, the Tall Pines Trail offers a winter wonderland walk for locals to enjoy scenic views amid snow covered trees after a recent winter storm, with visitors able to reach the trailhead by following Fertig Road from the U.S. 231 and Ind. 42 intersection north of Spencer. The Herald-Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana men’s soccer associate head coach Kevin Robson was named head coach at Loyola University Chicago after serving with Indiana since 2013. He played at Indiana (2003–06) and helped win two national championships and 16 Big Ten titles. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington North boys basketball beat East Chicago Central 68-41 on Monday and defeated Chesterton 63-55 on Tuesday during a team bonding road trip in The Region ahead of the holiday break. Coach Jason Speer said the wins tested the team's strength for upcoming games on Jan. 6 and Jan. 9. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti signed new contracts for defensive coordinator Bryant Haines and offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan after the Hoosiers' Dec. 6 Big Ten Championship win, as Haines' deal places him in the $3 million range and the team prepares to face No-9 Alabama in the Rose Bowl Jan. 1. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Alabama beat Oklahoma Friday to secure a College Football Playoff spot and will meet No. 1 Indiana in the Rose Bowl semifinal. Indiana, led by Coach Cignetti, is favored by 6.5 points (according to betting odds). Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti spent the off week planning for 2026 by discussing strategies to fill key gaps as players will soon become ineligible and enter the transfer portal after the Rose Bowl against No. 9 Alabama; fans will learn more about roster moves when the season ends. The Herald-Times
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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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Catalpa Concert Featuring This Burning Ghost
7-11 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic tunes of Sean South by Catalpa and dive into the world of live music.
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WFIU's The Soul Kitchen Dance Party
6:30 p.m. — Franklin Hall — Free entry — A vibrant evening of soul, funk, and music, featuring a dance lesson and DJ set.
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Dylan Ryan Performance
6:30-9:30 a.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a morning filled with live music from the Benton / Myers / Garber Trio and Dylan Ryan.
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