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Good morning Muncie! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How does DOMA quietly protect thousands of artworks for Muncie?
  • How a violent tavern attack on Muncie’s south side suddenly ended
  • When can you see Bob Dylan live at Emens Auditorium?

Also on today's calendar: ALL OUT FOR CHRISTMAS and 4 more events.

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And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Linda G.!

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Low clouds and cold, with a high of 30 and low of 26 degrees.
  • Friday: A little snow, up to 1", temps: high: 32, low: 19. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Saturday: Very cold with a little snow, with a high of 21 and low of 0 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Where art meets order: A look at the David Owsley Museum of Art archival process (indianapublicradio.org) — If you’ve ever wandered DOMA’s galleries in Muncie, there’s a massive behind-the-scenes system keeping every piece documented, protected, and ready for future generations. Registrar Maria VanVreede walks through how donations become part of the permanent collection, from careful vetting and accessioning to climate-controlled storage and loans that help the museum serve the local community.
   

2. Violence at south-side tavern leads to Muncie man's shooting, arrest (thestarpress.com) — Muncie police say a 53-year-old local man was shot and later arrested after allegedly attacking employees and patrons at the Red Dog Saloon on West 23rd Street Tuesday night. Surveillance video reportedly shows him throwing bar stools and chairs, spitting on people, and beating a woman with a pool cue before another victim shot him, ending the assault. He’s now jailed without bond while prosecutors review possible felony charges.
   

3. Bob Dylan Announces 2026 U.S. Tour Dates (rttnews.com) — Bob Dylan is bringing his 2026 U.S. tour to Emens Auditorium in Muncie on March 31, giving local fans a rare chance to see the rock legend close to home. The tour supports his ongoing “Rough and Rowdy Ways” run, with tickets for all dates going on sale December 12 through his official site.
   

4. Pastor and sheriff's chaplain seeks spiritual lessons after son killed working as deputy (baptistpress.com) — A Muncie pastor and Delaware County Sheriff’s chaplain is leaning on his faith while grieving his son, a sheriff’s corporal killed while assisting at a crash on icy I-69. Services in Muncie churches drew hundreds of officers and community members, where the family shared how his legacy and faith are influencing others. The story highlights how local law enforcement and congregations are processing the loss together.
   

5. Can Purdue go from the canvas to Champions? (hammerandrails.com) — Muncie gets a nostalgic shout-out as Purdue coach Matt Painter recalls his childhood Pizza King and a long-gone local location before turning to how his team will respond to a blowout loss. Painter argues one bad December game doesn’t derail championship hopes, stressing resilience and how past Purdue squads have bounced back from disappointment.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This cat has been roaming around our parking lot for the last hour.
    We've not seen her before, let me know if your missing this cat! They're very friendly. Last seen at corner of W Charles and Gharkey. (Nextdoor Old West End)
  • Ivy Tech Community College posted a job opening for Adjunct Faculty, CNA in Muncie. Apply here.
  • Life Care Centers of America posted a job opening for Housekeeping Assistant in Muncie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Muncie here.

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