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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana public universities cut or consolidated about 400 degree programs after the Commission for Higher Education announced the changes on June 30 in response to a new state law that ties program continuation to minimum graduate counts. Many faculty and staff warned that the cuts may limit academic freedom + reduce the breadth of the liberal arts, while state leaders said the changes will better match programs with workforce needs. Star Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita warned consumers today that recalled items from June — including baby walkers, cribs and electric blankets — may pose serious hazards. He urged people to stop using these products and follow recall instructions to return, fix, dispose of or replace them. Star Press
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wapahani's Nate Luce earned the Star Press Male Athlete of the Year award after winning five sectionals and leading his teams to many regional and state wins in basketball and baseball. He will join Marian University to play basketball and study nursing—steps that follow his record-setting high school career. Star Press
- ➤ EA Sports College Football 26 released early access on Monday, July 7 + will be fully released on Thursday, July 10. The video game shows Ball State football is rated 68 overall with running back Qua Ashley as the top player at 81. Star Press
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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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TNCC Provider Course
8 a.m.–1 p.m. — IU Health Ball Memorial Family Medicine Residency Center — Free entry — Enhance your emergency nursing skills with this invaluable training course.
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Tech-Spark Weekend for Middle School Students
6-8:30 p.m. — Innovation Connector — Meals included — Young innovators create startups while learning about tech entrepreneurship.
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Unity Fest 3
12-5 p.m. — Canan Commons Park — Free entry — Celebrate youth empowerment through connection, creativity, and community bonding.
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Fire Up DWNTWN
1-10 p.m. — Downtown Muncie — Cost varies — Experience hot air balloons, spicy foods, live music, and family-friendly fun at this summer extravaganza.
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