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Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new Lightcast study (fiscal 2024 to 2025) shows that Ivy Tech Community College Muncie contributed over $91 million to the local economy, supporting more than 1,362 jobs across Delaware, Henry, and Jay counties. It also noted a strong return on investment for taxpayers and students. Star Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Apr. 10, Ball State University’s Women of Beneficence awarded over $68,000 in grants for school gardens, teacher resources, and book clubs at the annual meeting held at the Ball State Alumni Center. The grants will boost hands-on projects in local schools and benefit students. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ball State basketball coach Chris Capko hired four assistant coaches and two full-time staffers for his team yesterday in Muncie. The new staff (Pershin Williams, John Clancy, Jordan Surenkamp, Manny Dosanjh, Beruk Asfaw and Ellis Spar) will help with recruiting, player development and analytics. Star Press
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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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Muncie Arbor Day Celebration
9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free event — Celebrate Arbor Day with a sapling giveaway, planting demos, and family-friendly crafts.
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Haydn's Lord Nelson Mass Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University — $10/adult, free for students — Experience the grandeur of Haydn's classical masterpiece performed by a live orchestra.
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Bob Ross Painting Workshop
4-7 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — $65 — Learn Bob Ross’s famous “wet-on-wet” painting technique in a fun and relaxed environment.
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