‘Rock for Relief’ raises $576
Local musicians got involved in the flood relief effort Thursday by doing what they do best – playing music. The Bluebird hel
Local musicians got involved in the flood relief effort Thursday by doing what they do best – playing music. The Bluebird hel
Every time I log onto Facebook I become increasingly concerned about the state of our world. The romantic failings of my acquaintances are announced to me by an icon of a broken heart, nobody gives a second thought to revealing their home address anymore, and I have application invitations from people who want to numerically rank my personality and attractiveness against that of my other friends.
I believe it something of a virtue to be willing to change your mind about what candidate you’re voting for this late into the election. That being said, I find it highly likely that come November I will cast my ballot for Barack Obama. Given the liberal skew of our age demographic and the activity I have seen around campus, I doubt I will be alone.
For comedy lovers, the last two weekends have been plagued by sadness, as “The Love Guru” and “Get Smart” reminded viewers of all that is wrong with American comedies. Now don’t get me wrong – there is definitely a place for ridiculous movies.
We expected it, but not like this. After the first report of former basketball coach Kelvin Sampson’s recruiting infractions and the resulting wave of controversy, many wished Director of Athletics Rick Greenspan would resign as well. But he weathered the storm and its initial fury, only to make it to a point in the time line of the scandal relatively tame in comparison to what preceded it.
The Bloomington Public Transportation Corporation announced plans Friday to purchase an area of land downtown and relocate their current passenger facility.
Bloomington bars will be allowed to offer some forms of legalized gambling starting July 1.
Collecting trash, extinguishing fires, transporting goods and providing public transportation are vital services for a community, but the fuel costs for these services could hit consumers’ pocketbooks.
IU Athletic Director Rick Greenspan is “doing what’s best for the (IU) family,” said incoming freshman Evan White in response to Greenspan’s announcement of his plans for resignation at a press conference June 26.
About 1,000 faculty and staff members, friends, family and donors gathered Friday to celebrate the work of recently retired IU Foundation President Curt Simic.
After just 2 1/2 years in business, the much-loved Landlocked Music is closing its doors Sunday.
Bloomington bars will be allowed to offer some forms of legalized gambling starting July 1.
People of all ages are gathering for a night of live music, military displays and a fireworks display.
Though he hired several coaches and set the foundation for major facilities upgrades as IU’s director of athletics, Rick Greenspan will likely remembered for the hiring of former basketball coach Kelvin Sampson and the pending NCAA allegations against the University.
Indiana University Director of Athletics Rick Greenspan announced today that he would step down from his position at the end of the calendar year. VIDEO: Rick Greenspan resigns
For track athletes Kyle Jenkins and Abbie Stechschulte their seasons have not been without disappointment, but both athletes have another chance at redemption when they compete in the U.S. Olympic Team Track and Field Trials in Eugene, Ore., which take place June 27-July 6.
As the first IU chancellor to receive the Exchange Club of Northside Bloomington’s “Book of Golden Deeds” award since 1963, IU Chancellor Ken Gros Louis said he wasn’t expecting to win the award.
The IDS’ Matt Dollinger was able to catch up with Eric Gordon, who is expected to be selected in Wednesday’s NBA Draft Lottery, at the NBA Draft propsect’s media day in New York City. Gordon spoke about how he is preparing for the NBA, his thoughts on IU men’s basketball personnel changes and what he would do with an NBA salary.
Police officers and officers-in-training have the chance this week to drive at high speeds. Friday will culminate a weeklong Emergency Vehicle Operations Course training program for IU Police Department Police Academy cadets and IUPD, Bloomington Police Department and Monroe County Sheriff’s Department personnel, according to an IU Police Department press release.