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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Muncie Downtown Development Partnership has opened auditions for the 2025 DWNTWN IDOL contest where local singers will compete for a $500 cash prize, a trophy — and community performance opportunities. Auditions will be held at Heorot on Thursday nights until May 15 — and at the Common Market on Saturday evenings until May 17, with live rounds and public voting leading to a final show on Oct. 2 at ArtsWalker. Star Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Hartford City man led troopers on a high-speed chase on I-69 before fleeing at a dead end near the White River—where firefighters rescued him and he was taken to a hospital in critical condition while facing charges of resisting law enforcement, driving while intoxicated and reckless driving. Star Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Johnsonville Cheddar bratwursts produced on February 5 at the Momence plant were recalled by the USDA after two consumers found hard plastic in them—about 22,672 pounds of the 19-ounce tray packages sold in 10 states including Indiana should be discarded or returned. Star Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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