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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ace Hardware introduces Ace YardRx, a seasonal lawn care subscription that offers homeowners personalized plans, free delivery, and a 20% discount for new subscribers. The service helps locals prepare for spring (tailoring product choices to yard needs) regardless of Punxsutawney Phil’s forecast. Star Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Muncie Arts and Culture Council invites residents to join focus groups to shape local arts, with in-person sessions held downtown on Feb 10 and Feb 11 and online sessions scheduled for Feb 18 (each offering multiple time slots). Star Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ball State University’s Opera Theatre program will celebrate its 10th annual Opera Gala on Feb. 7 at Sursa Performance Hall at 7:30 p.m.—featuring performances by students, faculty and alumni who have earned professional music careers. Tickets are available at the College of Fine Arts box office or online. Star Press
- ➤ Last November, about a dozen Ball State students visited President Geoffrey Mearns’ office to request asset divestment from companies with Israel ties and were later disciplined for not leaving when asked. The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression says the policy is too broad and limits free speech. Star Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 60,000 fewer Hoosiers signed up for health plans after federal subsidies expired—Indiana saw a 16% drop, leaving about 300,000 residents enrolled, and rising premiums could impact many more in the coming months. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Live scoreboard updates for IHSAA girls basketball sectionals in East Central begin Tuesday, Feb. 3 — sectional championships follow Saturday, Feb. 7 across multiple classes. Star Press
- ➤ The Star Press and IU Health announced a poll where local voters can choose the Athlete of the Week from 10 nominees who performed from Jan. 26–31 — votes will be accepted until noon Friday. 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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