Good morning, Muncie.

Winchester resident Christian Michelle Armstrong, 52, was sentenced to four years in prison for causing serious bodily injury on April 27th, 2024 after driving while intoxicated and crashing on U.S. 36 near Wilbur Wright Road, injuring an 80-year-old driver—she pleaded guilty to a Level 5 felony—and she now faces additional charges in Randolph County and Henry Circuit Court 2.

Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA initiated a Class II recall on March 13 for 4,152 packages of Our Family Traverse City Cherry Decaf Light Roast Ground Coffee that were mislabeled as decaffeinated and distributed to 15 states including Indiana—692 of these are 12-ounce packages from The SpartanNash Company. The recall addresses a labeling error that may cause temporary, medically reversible health effects.

IHSAA announced Friday that girls volleyball state finals will move from Worthen Arena to Gainbridge Fieldhouse next fall, ending an 18-year run at the arena— the 2025 championships are set for November 8th.

The Indiana Junior All-Stars roster includes committed player Luke Ertel+and a core group of talented players from local schools.

The team will play its first game against the Kentucky Junior All-Stars on June 1 at Charlestown+and its second game against the Indiana All-Stars on June 4 at Greenfield-Central.

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.

Earth Day Tree Planting

10 AM – 12 PM — Red-Tail Land Conservancy — Registration required — Enjoy a family-friendly tree planting to support local wildlife at a nature preserve.

Stand Up for Kids Comedy Night

7:30-9 p.m. — John J. Pruis Hall — Ticketed event — Enjoy laughs with Brent Terhune while supporting local kids in need.