Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Muncie can look up tonight as the Eta Aquariids meteor shower begins, offering a chance to see several meteors per hour despite moonlight interference ahead of its May 5 peak + experts advise using a dark area for the best view. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ball State football held its spring showcase Saturday at Scheumann Stadium in Muncie despite rain and cool winds. The team showed strong defense and close quarterback competition as it prepared for a promising season next fall. Star Press
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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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