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Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Feed My Sheep Muncie will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a free Thanksgiving dinner for families at Muncie Central High School on Nov. 27. The non-profit will run a monthlong food drive from Oct. 22 to Nov. 22 and seeks volunteers to deliver meals and help prepare food—donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 145 in Yorktown. Star Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Robert Cooper Audubon Society will honor five conservation heroes on Thursday, Dec. 4, at the Ball State University Alumni Center with inspiring presentations, appetizers and door prizes. The free event will run from 6 to 9 p.m.—all are welcome to attend. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Muncie area high school football teams begin their final regular season week today ahead of IHSAA sectional play—matchups include Shenandoah versus Monroe Central and Muncie Central visiting Lafayette Jeff while The Star Press provides live score updates. This week-long schedule sets the stage for crucial games that could shape the upcoming playoff brackets. Star Press
- ➤ Muncie Central played Lafayette Jeff and lost 55-22 on the road but narrowed the gap to 19-15 at halftime—finishing a 5-4 regular season, its first winning record since 2016. The Bearcats will travel to Marion for the first playoff round on Oct. 24. Star Press
- ➤ Delta girls soccer won 2—0 against Oak Hill to advance to the regional championship after freshman Avery Jarrells scored twice and freshman Adoree Smith made a key defensive play— the team will face Culver Academies today at 4 p.m. at Concordia Lutheran High School in Fort Wayne. Star Press
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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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Free Legal Aid Services
10 AM – 1 PM — Muncie Public Library - Maring-Hunt Library — Free service — Get free and confidential legal advice from an attorney for eligible individuals.
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Muncie Makers Market
5-8 p.m. — Downtown Muncie — Free entry — Explore fresh homemade food and unique handmade crafts by local artists at this vibrant monthly market.
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Muncie Mama's Market
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Heartland Hall, Delaware County Fairgrounds — Free entry — A curated market filled with handmade goods perfect for moms and holiday shopping.
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Holiday Craft Fair
2 p.m. — South Central Company — Vendor participation available — Explore local crafts and find unique holiday gifts.
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Indiana Starters Coalition Business Startup Meet-Up
5-7 p.m. — Innovation Connector — Free entry — Connect with entrepreneurs, share ideas, and gain insights from seasoned startup founders.
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