Good morning, Muncie.

A Muncie teen started Madden's Chicken Giving to serve rotisserie chicken meals with sides and a handwritten card to homeless people after extra donations, following a lost wallet incident led his family to buy meals for those living under a bridge.

His organization, which partners with local shelters and involves about 100 volunteers each year, will hold its next event in February to meet growing demand—providing ongoing support to locals in need.

Aimee West, a Muncie native and experienced nonprofit executive, was named as executive director of the Anderson Museum of Art and will lead its growth—advancing arts and culture across Anderson and East Central Indiana.

Delta's girls basketball defeated shorthanded Yorktown 61 to 26 on November 25 and kept their record at 6 to 0 as Yorktown missed three injured starters.

The win boosted team confidence + set the stage for tougher matchups later this month.

Muncie Lighted Holiday Parade

10:30-11:00 p.m. — Downtown Muncie — Free entry — A festive lighted holiday parade inviting community spirit to celebrate Christmas with entertainment and Santa.

Enchanted Luminaria Walk

5-9 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Experience three miles of enchanting lights, festive music, and tasty treats to celebrate the holiday season.

The Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky

7:30-9 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a whimsical journey through holiday magic with a live orchestra performing Tchaikovsky's enchanting score.

The Nutcracker

1-2:30 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — $ — Experience the magical transformation in Tchaikovsky's classic holiday tale with a live orchestra and imaginative choreography.

Fire & Ice Holiday 5k

9 AM – 12 PM — Yorktown Volunteer Firefighter's Association — Benefits local firefighting efforts — Run for a cause in festive fun.

Muncie Makers Market - Third Thursday

5-8 p.m. — MadJax Makerforce — Free entry — Explore fresh food, local art, and brews at Muncie's vibrant indoor night market.