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Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A free event will honor Black women leaders in Muncie's Whitely neighborhood on Feb. 26 at Shaffer Chapel Museum (1501 E. Highland Ave.). Panelists from institutions will discuss the legacy and impact of educators, activists and community builders as part of Bracken Library's 50th anniversary and America 250 initiative. Star Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ball State University earned top rankings in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Online Programs list as six online programs placed in the top 25 and the business analytics concentration ranked eighth, with the university announcing results Jan. 29. Star Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana lawmakers passed a bill on Jan. 28 to rein in rising electricity costs by switching to performance based rate setting and adding levelized billing plans — a move that will provide low-income aid and suspend shutoffs during heat alerts. The measure now heads to the Senate for further review. Star Press
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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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