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Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Open Door Health Services CEO Bryan Ayars announced his retirement for mid-2026 after leading the organization through pandemic challenges and significant growth in Muncie. The board will begin a search for a new leader while patients continue receiving the same care (staff now exceed 250 and serve over 30,000 residents). Star Press
- ➤ Intersection, a local marketing agency, added five new employees (marking its 15th year) who bring nearly 80 years of combined experience to boost its capacity for larger projects in East Central Indiana. The hiring was announced on Jan. 22. Star Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Red-tail Land Conservancy explains how winter helps the land by insulating soil and slowly releasing water when snow melts, which supports plants and wildlife. Frost also breaks down plant matter (recharging nutrients) as nature quietly prepares for spring. Star Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A local advocate from the YWCA warned that the proposed Senate Bill 285—which would make long-term camping on public land a misdemeanor and bar local policies—could worsen homelessness in Muncie and disrupt next week's homeless count used to guide aid. 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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Books, Books, Baby! Storytime for Toddlers
10:30-11:15 a.m. — Muncie Public Library - Kennedy Library — Free — Engage your little ones in songs, dances, and storytime activities during this memorable event.
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