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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local schools—including Muncie Community Schools—received over $1 million from the state Secured School Safety Grant Program to upgrade resource officer support, warning systems, and other safety measures. The funding is part of a $27 million state investment allocated to 494 schools statewide. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A poll remains open for voters to choose the IU Health Football Player of the Week as six high school nominees are recognized for their game-winning performances, including Delta running back Aven Thomas + who scored four touchdowns in a 27-20 win over New Castle. Votes close at noon Friday. Star Press
- ➤ Delta's boys tennis team won its 33rd straight sectional title by beating Yorktown 5-0 on Oct. 2—Freshmen helped the Eagles complete a 17-2 season, and they will face Westfield at Regional 14 on Oct. 7. Jay County and New Castle also secured their fourth straight titles and will move on to their next rounds. Star Press
- ➤ Voters can choose the Star Press IU Health Athlete of the Week for Sept. 29-Oct. 4 from how standout athletes in East Central Indiana performed in sports like volleyball, soccer, cross country and tennis. The poll is open until noon Friday — votes must be cast online since email entries will not count. Star Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Food Truck Fridays at Ivy Tech
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Ivy Tech - George and Frances Ball Building — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food from various food trucks while listening to great music.
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Faculty Artist Series: Anna Vayman and Michael Seregow
3-4 p.m. — Sursa Performance Hall — Free entry — Experience a captivating violin and piano recital by acclaimed faculty artists from Ball State University's School of Music.
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Ball State Men's Basketball vs Louisiana
7-11 p.m. — Worthen Arena — Tickets start at $27 — Catch the action as Ball State takes on Louisiana in a thrilling basketball showdown.
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