Good morning, Muncie.

The CLC Historical Preservation Society will host its 26th annual Hog Roast on July 25 at the Josiah Cromer Homestead Barn near Middletown from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The event will raise funds for the Church at Crossroads and include live music + a tour of historic memorabilia.

Pokey LaFarge will perform a free outdoor concert at Canan Commons on July 25 at 7 p.m., and Jerry Barker & the Onion Cutters will open the show as part of the Muncie Three Trails Music Series.

The Red-Tail Land Conservancy urged residents to help fireflies today as one in three species faces risks from habitat loss, pesticide use and light pollution.

Locals can support these insects by reducing artificial lighting, chemicals and yard disturbances to protect their natural habitats.

Health experts caution Muncie residents to wash fruits and vegetables carefully amid rising cyclosporiasis cases, recommending scrubbing firmer produce and gently rinsing berries & leafy greens while emphasizing thorough handwashing to reduce the risk of infection.

Wildfire smoke from Canada is lowering air quality in the upper Midwest and health officials advise Muncie residents to use HEPA air purifiers for indoor protection + models like the PuroAir 240 on sale at Amazon can effectively clean large rooms.

Pokey LaFarge Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Muncie Three Trails Music Series — Free entry — Enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring the critically acclaimed Pokey LaFarge and his diverse musical styles.

5th Annual Fire Up Downtown

12-10 p.m. — Downtown Muncie — Various entry fees — Experience hot air balloons, spicy foods, and live music at this family-friendly festival.