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Hello Muncie! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Garfield art show, Wallace & Gromit exhibit, and grocery staple discounts + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Safer intersection changes ahead: INDOT will install a four-way stop at U.S. 35 and Delaware County Road 300 South, likely by Aug. 6, with a single-lane roundabout and raised medians planned eventually -- read the full story.
Savings across the aisles: Meijer launched a six-week discount on more than 1,000 grocery staples, with automatic savings for Muncie shoppers in-store, pickup, and delivery, running through September 8 on meat, produce, cereal -- shop the summer savings.
New outdoor rewards launch: Indiana DNR launched a free rewards program Monday to earn points by check-ins at DNR sites and redeem 10,000 points for $25 toward Indiana State Park Inns or campsites -- learn how to get started.
The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,500 this year. Case in point: Shopping around could cut your premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Clubhouse bites, close by: When you want easy comfort food and a pint without crossing town, Mulligans Grill at Crestview serves up a solid clubhouse hang with monthly specials, Wednesday night trivia and even live tunes on the range this August. Dine in, carry out, or just post up with friends.
Cookie + scoop bliss: Beat the heat with hand-dipped Hershey’s ice cream, fresh-baked cookies, and build-your-own ice cream sandwiches at The Sweet Shop. Swing by this week, put a warm cookie under a cold scoop, or go lighter with an acai bowl or smoothie if that sweet tooth still nags.
Cater this week’s craving: Veteran-owned Garrett's Smokehouse Barbeque has over 15 years of dialing in ribs and sandwiches that taste like smoke, plus turkey ribs, rib tips, cornbread and greens that don’t need a backup sauce. Hosting a get-together this week? Their catering makes feeding a crowd painless and very delicious.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🐶 Wallace & Gromit: Get Cracking! @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens | Wednesday (8/5) at 9:00 AM – Wallace & Gromit are taking over Gallery 3 with an immersive playground of clever contraptions, colorful sets, and hands-on problem-solving built for ages 3 to 9 and their handlers. It is stealth learning in English and Spanish, and you get to call it culture.
🏃 Keep Living a Life Worth Living 1st Annual 5K @ Town of Selma | Wednesday (8/5) at 7:00 PM – If you’ve been meaning to stretch those legs for something that matters, Mauller's Ministry is hosting a first annual 5K run and walk honoring Josiah and the mark he left on our town. Expect familiar faces, a steady pace, and the good kind of breathlessness.
🎨 The Great Garfield Art Show @ MadJax Makerforce | Thursday (8/6) at 6:00 PM – Remember when Sundays were for the comics? The Garf Gallery blows that wide open with never-before-seen Garfield art, a vintage merch museum and shop, photo ops, and yes, a lasagna eating contest. Bring the kids, or your inner Monday-hating curmudgeon.
🤱 World Breastfeeding Week Celebration @ Open Door Health Services Basement | Friday (8/7) at 1:00 PM – Delaware County WIC and Open Door are throwing a laid-back meet-up for pregnant and breastfeeding parents, partners, and the tiny bosses they serve. Big Latch On at 2pm, free raffle, gently used baby clothes, goody bags for the first 50, snacks, and family resources.
🐾 Pawp Up Nail Trim Event! 2-5pm EST @ Roo's Holistic Pet Supplies | Saturday (8/8) at 2:00 PM – Swing by Roo’s Holistic Pet Supplies for a pop up nail trim, $10 for cats, $15 for dogs with a buff, handled by a pro who keeps it low stress. Save your sofa, and your shins. Pay with cash, Zelle, or Venmo, no credit cards.
🎮 Pokemon Standard Tournament @ Next Level Games | Sunday (8/9) at 4:00 PM – If you prefer your Sunday competition with nostalgia, not shin splints, hit Next Level Games for Pokemon Standard. Ten bucks gets you best of 1, three packs added per entry to the prize pool, split among the top three, and everyone takes at least one.
🏕 Elite Camp @ Worthen Arena | Sunday (8/9) – Whether you’re a gym rat with a killer crossover, or the parent of one, this Elite Camp is all about high-level reps, real competition, and zero fluff. Expect intense sessions, serious coaching, and plenty of chances to show out, then ice those knees.
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07 — Muncie report Weather forecastToday — High: 84°F — Low: 65°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny. High near 84, with temperatures falling to around 82 in the afternoon. West wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Southwest wind around 2 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 84°F — Low: 66°F — Precip: 53%
Scattered showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. South southwest wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. This house is wildThis Southwind Village home in Cowan Schools offers 4 or 5 bedrooms, multiple living areas, and easy Interstate 69 access for smooth commuting. The 2018 quartz kitchen and updated baths bring a polished feel, while the 2020 ventless gas fireplace adds cozy charm. Outside, a large patio, firepit, pergola, and three garage bays round out the appeal.
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