Good morning, Muncie.

Eight locals — including longtime residents and Burris Laboratory School students — shared cherished Christmas gift memories with The Star Press in recent days, recalling presents from a 1960 Chatty Cathy doll to gymnastic mats that shaped holiday traditions in our community.

Spartech closed its factory in Muncie as layoffs affecting 125 workers began on Dec.

23, while final rounds will be completed by Feb. 13 (local officials and a manufacturing alliance are helping place affected workers in other area factories).

The FDA expanded its recall on Dec.

19 for frozen shrimp sold under Market 32 and Waterfront Bistro brands due to possible cesium-137 contamination—packages were sold in Indiana stores. Consumers should safely dispose of these items.

Youth Social Club

3-5:30 p.m. — Muncie Public Library - Centennial Library — Free entry — A welcoming space for students to build social skills and have fun with games.

Play Café for Preschoolers

10:30-11:00 AM — Muncie Public Library - Maring-Hunt Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful story time with songs and dancing for ages 3-5 and their caregivers.