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Bloomington
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eastview Christian Church will donate its community center at 602 S. Main St. to Home Sweet Home Ministries this summer (increasing its capacity to serve local residents). The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A terra cotta wolf’s head remains at the site of the former Griesheim Building (a downtown landmark lost to an arson fire in 1984) as a lasting reminder of the trial that detailed the fire’s events. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ David Mouser was named the 2026 Cornbelt Region Superintendent of Distinction and reflected on his career as an administrator and educator in a video release. His recognition shows years of dedication to education. The Pantagraph
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Arrival From Sweden - The Music Of ABBA
7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unforgettable music of ABBA with a captivating tribute performance that has delighted fans worldwide since 1995.
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Bloomington Bison vs. Iowa Heartlanders
2-9 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Check out the thrilling hockey match as the Bloomington Bison face off against the Iowa Heartlanders live on FloHockey.
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James McMurtry Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — 18+ event — Experience storytelling through music with the acclaimed artist James McMurtry.
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The Second City – Best of the Second City
7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of hilarious sketches and improv from legendary comedy icons.
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The Steepwater Band Live
8-11 p.m. — Jazz UpFront — Ticket info not specified — Experience the talented sounds of The Steepwater Band as they bring their rock tunes to Bloomington.
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FILTER Live in Bloomington
7-10 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a night of electrifying performances with FILTER and special guests.
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Tropidelic Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Ticket info varies — Enjoy a lively performance by Tropidelic with special guests The Quasi Kings & The Palmer Squares.
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Nonpoint Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Outta Control Tour with Nonpoint and special guests Soil and Sumo Cyco.
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