Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lee Alverson will perform an Elton John tribute on April 11 at 7 p.m. at the Arts Place Jay County Campus (131 E. Walnut St.) as part of the 2026 Eric R. Rogers Performing Arts Series; tickets cost $20 and are available online. Star Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana's weekly jobless claims edged up last week to 2,637 from 2,586, according to the Labor Department. Nationwide, total claims dropped by 8,000 to 205,000 on a seasonally adjusted basis. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ball State is expected to hire 42-year-old Chris Capko as its next men’s basketball coach, replacing Michael Lewis after four seasons. Capko, known for his time as an assistant at USC and SMU (a top national recruiter), is in negotiations to rebuild a program that has not reached the NCAA Tournament since 2000. Star Press
- ➤ The Herald-Times released its March Madness predictions, listing Final Four picks and matchups including Duke and Michigan. Indiana beat reporter Michael Niziolek provided expert forecasts to guide local fans as the tournament unfolds. Star Press
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Indoor Farmers Market
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Discover a variety of local goods from meats to handmade crafts in a cozy indoor setting.
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Yoga is for EveryBody: Free Community Class
1-2 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Celebrate unity and mindfulness with a Vinyasa yoga session for all levels.
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Magic City Sip & Savor
1:30-5 p.m. — MadJax Makerforce — $45 GA, $60 VIP — Celebrate local craft beer, food, and music in a magical atmosphere.
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Ball State University Singers Spectacular
7-9:30 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Tickets available — Celebrate 62 years of musical excellence with the Ball State University Singers in a fun-filled extravaganza.
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Ball State University Singers Spectacular
3-5:30 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 62 years of musical excellence with toe-tapping performances from Indiana's top collegiate entertainment group.
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AI Basics for Small Business Owners
9-10 a.m. — Innovation Connector — Free entry — Dive into AI basics with hands-on tips to boost your small business productivity.
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Friends Book Sale - Everyone Welcome!
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Friends Of Muncie Public Library — Books at $1 per pound — Discover great deals on gently used books, CDs, DVDs, and more!
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