Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
Good morning, Muncie.
🏘️ Community
Ball Brothers Foundation celebrated its 20th anniversary of the Fellows Program at the Delaware Country Club—gathering nearly half of its 40 alumni to discuss nonprofit leadership and share new insights.
The event highlighted remarks from President Jud Fisher and included a gift of Simon Sinek’s book The Infinite Game to this year’s fellows, Missy Modesitt and Joy Rediger.
Matt Peiffer, a former foster youth and founder of A Voice for Kids, will speak today at City Hall (300 N.
High St.) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. about his personal experience with abuse and the struggles foster kids face when they age out of care.
🎓 Education
Ball State University trustees reported that Fall enrollment reached over 20,200 students, including 3,733 freshmen with strong academic records.
Muncie Community Schools showed progress as third-grade reading proficiency climbed to 79.2 and the district recorded higher graduation and increased Pre-K enrollment.
🏈 Sports
A poll to choose the IU Health Football Player of the Week is open until noon Friday, Oct.
3, and readers may vote for one of seven nominees from week six of the IHSAA season—current leader Monroe Central’s Caden Dance received 31,767 votes. Email submissions will not count.
🎉 Muncie Events
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Buffalo Rose Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ball State University — Tickets required — Experience emotive modern folk sounds from this charismatic Pittsburgh band.
Maybelle Music Festival 2025
2-10 p.m. — Elm Street Brewing Company — Special food and drink offerings — Celebrate female artistry with live music, murals, and more!
Free Legal Aid Session
10 AM – 1 PM — Muncie Public Library - Maring-Hunt Library — Free service — Receive free and confidential legal advice from an attorney specializing in civil legal issues.
Great Futures Dinner
5:30-8 p.m. — Alumni Center — Cost not specified — Celebrate and support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie with cocktails, a silent auction, and inspiring community stories.
Boo-levard Bash
5:30-8 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, games, and fall festivities on a historic boulevard.
Fall Festival
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Embrace the autumn vibes and recharge from the intensity of grad life.
Leading with Heart: Compassionate Accountability in Leadership
9:00–10:30 a.m. — Innovation Connector — $25 — Explore tools for balancing empathy and accountability in mental health-aware leadership.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free community event — Discover fresh produce, baked goods, and connect with local vendors.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
5-8 p.m. — Art at the Murray — Cost info not specified — Learn the iconic wet-on-wet painting technique while enjoying a peaceful autumn lake scene.
Ball State Women's Basketball vs IU East
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Worthen Arena — Tickets starting at $29 — Witness the Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball team take on the IU East Red Wolves in an exciting matchup.
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