Today
in Bloomington
Friday, December 26th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At First Christian Church, Sunday services and a weekly breakfast serving +100 homeless individuals continue in the second-floor Great Hall after an Oct. 1 fire caused restoration delays. The congregation returned on Nov. 30 while the sanctuary remains closed. The Herald-Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jeremy Hogan’s photo collection (covering key events in 2025) captures Bloomington’s dramatic weather—from winter storms and spring floods to the aurora borealis—and civic celebrations that highlighted local resilience. The Bloomingtonian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Recruiting rankings show Alabama’s Rose Bowl team features nine former five-star recruits while Indiana lists only one starter — data from 247 Sports highlight a tough challenge for the Hoosiers in the upcoming CFP quarterfinals. 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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Ben Cartha Fowler Project & Sam Finley Trio
6:30-10 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Experience a lively jazz double feature with local talent and enjoy food and drink.
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