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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jacqueline Hanoman stepped down as executive director at Ross Community Center on Jan. 14 — after a decade of service that spurred new programs, facilities, and partnerships — and will now relocate with her family to Portugal as the board begins its search for a replacement. Star Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A new study by iSelect found that 33% of fatal crashes in Indiana over five years occurred on state highways + with I-65 leading at 93 incidents. The analysis of 129,825 nationwide crashes suggests drivers need to stay alert on busy roads. Star Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Braun appointed Dollyne Sherman to Ball State’s Board of Trustees starting Jan. 1; he also reappointed Mike McDaniel and Julie Griffith through Dec. 31, 2029 — Sherman, a longtime alumna with decades of public service experience, said she was grateful for the opportunity to serve. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wapahani beat Cowan 35-20 and Delta won 54-41 over Yorktown in the Delaware County girls basketball tournament at Yorktown High. Wapahani will play Wes-Del at 6:00 p.m. and Delta will face Daleville at 7:30 p.m. today. Star Press
- ➤ Highlights and postgame interviews from the first round of the Delaware County Girls Basketball Tournament detail strong team play at local schools and promising performances, with future rounds expected to draw more community interest & celebrate emerging stars. Star Press
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Uncorking Gut Health
1-3 p.m. — Tonne Winery — $25 — Dive into the flavorful journey of gut health with tasty insights and wellness tips.
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Winter Youth Convention 2026: GLORY
3 PM - 3 PM — Horizon Convention Center — Early tickets start at $25 — Experience a powerful message from Evangelist Demikale Knowles at this exciting youth convention.
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