Good morning, Muncie.

Police said that around 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday a 32-year-old woman left her East Butler Street home with her 1-year-old and 9-day-old locked inside while she drank, and after crashing her car officers forced entry and found the newborn covered in waste and blue around the mouth as both children were taken to IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital—she was later arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and child neglect.

Delaware County high school students may get free prom gowns on March 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Cornerstone Center for the Arts—female officers and community groups will help them choose their dresses while offering beauty tips and light refreshments.

The event is free and relies on local donations and partner support.

Ball State basketball fired its longest-tenured assistant coach Ben Botts after the team ended the 2024 to 2025 season with fourteen wins and seventeen losses and missed the MAC Tournament for the second year in a row.

Botts, a Muncie native who served six seasons handling recruiting and offense, was relieved of his duties following a disappointing season.

Free Admission Day at the Muncie Children's Museum

Guests can explore museum exhibits and participate in a craft activity, with free school supplies provided for children.

Horticulture Volunteer Day at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens

Volunteers can assist the Minnetrista Horticulture team while gaining knowledge about maintaining beautiful gardens.

Free Tax Preparation Assistance

10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Muncie Public Library - Kennedy Library — Free service — Get free tax preparation assistance, especially for those age 50 and older or unable to afford paid services.

The Soul of Flavor: Culinary Celebration

1-2:30 p.m. — Muncie Public Library - Kennedy Library — Free entry — Experience a delicious sampling of dishes from local Black-owned culinary businesses followed by a Q&A with the chefs.

April First Thursday — Madjax Maker Force

5-8 p.m. — Madjax Makerforce — Free entry — Experience an immersive showcase of art, design, and innovation blending the past and future at Madjax.

Ball State University Singers Spectacular

7-8:30 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate 61 years of musical excellence with Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors in a dazzling showcase.

Muncie Ducks Unlimited Sportsman's Night Out

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Carolina Room — Contact for pricing — Enjoy an evening dedicated to sportsmanship and conservation in a local setting.

Aretha Franklin Tribute Concert in Muncie

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a powerful tribute to the Queen of Soul featuring orchestral arrangements of her greatest hits.

Chamber Choir Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Sursa Performance Hall — Ticket info not provided — Experience a showcase of musical talents with an ambitious program by the university's premier choir.

Wind Ensemble Concert

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Sursa Performance Hall — Ticket info available — Celebrate the illustrious career of Thomas Caneva with a musical showcase featuring the Wind Ensemble and guest artists.