Good morning, Muncie.

Doug Walker, a longtime Star-Press reporter, won two awards on Friday night from the Indy chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists for investigative reporting on drug sentencing differences in Indiana counties + for breaking news on a tornado damaged Winchester church.

ByGone columnist Chris Flook also won awards for column writing and his nonfiction book Ghosts of Old Muncie.

Dave Heeter was reappointed to the Muncie Community School Board by the Ball State University Board of Trustees, and he has served since 2018 when the university began collaborating with the district—Heeter, a 1983 Ball State graduate and former bank executive, played a key role as the board noted improvements in enrollment, finances and teacher retention. Separately, the trustees approved an $8.8 million project to build new clubhouses for the baseball and softball teams, with construction set to begin this fall and finish by Summer 2026.

Teachers in Muncie are celebrated during National Teacher Appreciation Week, which runs from May 5 to May 9 and offers free food and discounts on school supplies and clothing—deals include free Chipotle burritos and 20% off at Smoothie King—and benefits at local restaurants.

Chief Deputy Prosecutor Zach Craig filed campaign paperwork Monday and will run for Delaware Circuit Court 4 judge next year—he has been a deputy prosecutor since 2009 and chief deputy since 2019, handling significant drug-related and veterans court cases.

The Star Press has opened its poll for IU Health Athlete of the Week using standout performances from April 28 to May 3—voters can cast their ballots until Friday at noon from among 10 nominees including reigning champion Ian Hardwick.

Roses and Pearls Mother's Day Gala Fundraiser

4-7 p.m. — The Walker Event Center — $35 — Celebrate the empowerment of women with brunch, awards, and a fashion show.

Bobby Bowen Family Band Concert

10:30 a.m. — Victory Temple — Free concert — Enjoy uplifting music at this community event with a love offering received.

Imagination Jams

6-8 p.m. — Cornerstone Center for the Arts — Donations appreciated — Experience a unique bingo game with music while supporting children's literacy.

Southside Neighborhood Spring Clean Up

12:30 p.m. — Willard/Macedonia — Community effort — Help keep Sandpiper Lake beautiful with a spring clean-up event.

Glass Artisan Workshop: Mosaic Panel

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — $110 — Craft your own stunning glass mosaic panel in this immersive three-day workshop.

Exotic Pet Expo

9 AM – 4 PM — Delaware County Fairgrounds — $10 VIP Admission, General Admission $6, Kids $1 — Discover a variety of exotic pets and plants at this community-focused expo.

Collections Tour: Made in Muncie

10–11 a.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — $10 | Member Discounts Apply — Experience a guided tour of hidden artifacts that reveal Muncie’s rich history.