Today
in Bloomington
Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The B Square reported Monroe County property transfers from Dec. 11 to Dec. 22 (data from Beacon) that show several property sales across multiple locations. The report is updated every Sunday. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana women’s basketball team will play Minnesota today at 6:00 p.m. at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall as part of its Big Ten slate following an 11-1 nonconference run. The Hoosiers plan to strengthen their rebounding against a team averaging 42.5 rebounds per game. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana’s undefeated Hoosiers (13-0) take on 18-time national champions Alabama (11-3) in the 112th Rose Bowl on Thursday, Jan. 1 at 4pm on ESPN. Indiana earned its top ranking after beating Ohio State in the Big Ten final. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ After a weeklong holiday break, the Panthers won the Community Cars Tournament by beating Muncie Central Bearcats (60-58) and Avon Orioles (64-55) as Duncan Combs and Jack Clark led the team to a 6-2 record. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ The Indiana Hoosiers football team practiced on December 28 at John Mellencamp Pavilion in Bloomington as they prepare for the Rose Bowl next week against Alabama. The Bloomingtonian
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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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Falun Dafa Meditation Workshop
5-6:30 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Discover the peaceful practices of Falun Dafa through meditation and exercises.
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