Thursday, June 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 7 Brew, a drive-thru coffee chain, will open new locations in 16 states by Aug. 1 + including Indiana where customers can soon enjoy a familiar coffee option. Founded in Rogers, Arkansas in 2017, the chain has grown to over 400 outlets nationwide + expanding its menu offerings. Star Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Muncie police investigated the fatal shooting of a 39-year-old man at a home on the 1700 block of East Centennial Avenue after receiving a call at 7:35 a.m. on June 18th; he was pronounced dead at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital and an unidentified male is in custody—coroners said an autopsy will be conducted later this week. Star Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ If the House’s federal budget proposal called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act goes forward, Indiana homeowners will lose tax credits for solar panels, batteries, and energy-efficient appliances—raising costs and threatening thousands of local clean energy jobs. The Senate will soon review the changes as lawmakers and industry experts warn that the cuts could hurt home improvement efforts and local businesses. Star Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bands of America Summer Camp will be held at Ball State University from June 21 to 28 as the rebranded continuation of the former Music for All Summer Symposium. More than 800 students and 150 school directors from across the country will attend the camp—offering divisions like drum major and marching band—and local performances will be scheduled each evening. Star Press
- ➤ The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County announced 12 scholarship recipients, including Madelyn Cooper from Delta High School who will study communications at Ball State and Bryce Hahn from Cowan Jr./Sr. High School who will study business and data information at Purdue. Other winners, drawn from local high schools like Yorktown and Daleville, were recognized for achievements that span fields such as nursing, environmental science, and information technology as they prepare for college. Star Press
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eddie Faulkner hosted his second Team Faulk Youth Development Camp at Muncie Central High School on Saturday, June 14 — he was inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame — where young players took part in drills, scrimmages and lessons on football and school work. Star Press
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Author Talk with Keith Roysdon: 'That October'
6-7 p.m. — Muncie Public Library - Carnegie Library — Free entry — Discover local suspense as author Keith Roysdon unveils his debut novel set in Muncie.
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Hamlet — Hoosier Shakes
6-10 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Experience the timeless tragedy of Hamlet under the open sky with captivating performances from the Hoosier Shakespeare Festival.
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The Landing at Redwing's 2nd Annual Independence Day Celebration
10 a.m. – 11 p.m. — The Landing at Redwing — Free entry — Celebrate with live music, fireworks, and family-friendly activities at Delaware County’s largest fireworks show.
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PLAYTRI - IRONMAN 70.3 Muncie
Thu-Sun, Jul 10-13 — 401 S High St, Muncie, IN — Registration fees vary — Participate in a thrilling triathlon experience with expert support and services from PLAYTRI.
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IRONMAN 70.3 Muncie
8 PM – 6 PM — Muncie Indiana — Pricing varies by bike rental — Experience the charm of Indiana with a top-rated triathlon event featuring stunning courses and family-friendly activities.
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3-J Rodeo
7 p.m. — Delaware County Fairgrounds — $15 Grandstand $20 Pit — Experience thrilling rodeo action sponsored by Direct Structures and Rural King.
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