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Muncie
Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Muncie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historian Chris Flook said that long ago Muncie celebrated Halloween with parades and parties and that today the holiday has lost its real meaning; he argued that workers should have a break from noon on Halloween until sundown on Nov 2 to honor Allhallowtide—restoring the traditions of the past. Star Press
- ➤ Ball State University will host award-winning comedian John Mulaney on Sunday, March 1 at 7 p.m. at Emens Auditorium—tickets are available at Ticketmaster, the Emens box office, or by phone. Star Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ball State basketball has a revamped roster with 10 new faces—including seven transfers and three freshmen—as the team prepares to open the 2025-26 season at home against Louisiana on Nov. 3. Head coach Michael Lewis, entering his fourth season, led a change in coaching staff and saw junior center Zane Doughty step away from the program. Star Press
- ➤ Yorktown volleyball made it to the semi-state tournament for a second year when the Tigers beat Center Grove on Oct 25; they will face Floyd Central on Nov 1 in Martinsville — a win will send them to the state championship at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Star Press
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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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TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock n’ Roll.
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6 Guitars Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Ball State University — Tickets required — Enjoy a hilarious and musical show featuring a single performer embodying six diverse guitar-playing characters.
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Thanksgiving Day Turkey Run & Walk
1-2:30 p.m. — Shadyside Lake — $5 registration — Gobble your way through this annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day.
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