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Muncie, Indiana Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hello again Muncie! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Muncie police seek your help identifying a car in a homicide.
  • Why did Muncie’s interim mayor suddenly veto a unanimously backed ordinance?
  • How your $10 could double to brighten Indiana 32 in Muncie.

Also on today's calendar: COURTYARD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: mason + vaughn project — Madjax Maker Force and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What kind of shoes do frogs wear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Sunday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 72. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 87 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Muncie Police Department asking for public's help in shooting investigation (wishtv.com) — Muncie police are asking residents for tips in the July 11 homicide of William “Bill” Stacy, last seen around South Madison Street and later found near East 20th and South Brotherton. Investigators are especially interested in sightings of a white 2007 Buick Lacrosse missing its passenger-side mirror. Anyone with information can contact MPD’s Criminal Investigations Division by phone or email.
   

2. Rare Muncie veto halts council-approved overlay ordinance (ballstatedaily.com) — A rare mayoral veto in Muncie has temporarily stopped a unanimously approved overlay zoning ordinance for the McKinley neighborhood, despite earlier written support from city leaders. Outgoing Interim Mayor Jeff Howe says he acted over legal and procedural concerns, not opposition to the project’s goals. City Council can still override the veto at its August 3 meeting.
   

3. Public art expansion planned along busy Indiana 32 corridor (thestarpress.com) — Muncie residents are being asked to help fund a new round of Box!Box! public art that would turn 19 more traffic control boxes along Indiana 32 into colorful, artist-designed pieces. Donations up to $19,000 will be matched dollar-for-dollar through a state program, doubling local impact. Contributions are accepted online through Sept. 24, with extra funds supporting future projects and maintenance.
   

4. Questions to Ask Before Renting a Property in Muncie (wordpress.com) — If you’re looking to rent in Muncie, this guide walks through key questions to ask about utilities, deposits, maintenance, lease terms, and neighborhood details before you sign. It’s designed to help local renters avoid surprise costs, clarify responsibilities with landlords, and choose a place that truly fits their daily life.
   

5. Ball State Football Enters Year Two Under Uremovich With Chip On Its Shoulder (inkfreenews.com) — Ball State football, based in Muncie, is heading into year two under head coach Mike Uremovich with low outside expectations but renewed confidence after a productive offseason. Fifth-year leaders Chris Hood and Justin Thomas describe why they stayed in Muncie, how they’ve grown in the system, and how a key quarterback battle could shape the Cardinals’ season.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Muncie

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★ Featured events ★

    Saturday July 25
  • Pokey LaFarge →
    Muncie Three Trails Music Series, 500 S Walnut St, Muncie
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I forgot to mention if you want to volunteer at the Vine Garden You are welcome to come and join the fun as a once homeless camp is being transformed into a welcoming community garden and resource facility for enjoying each other as we clean the lot
    of all trash. Bring your heart and your rake. 601 S Vine St! 10 AM till noon! (Nextdoor North West ECNA Quadrant)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
    FOUND on July 22, 2026 in Muncie, IN 47303 near Wheeling Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the finder, view this pet… (Nextdoor University)
  • Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for Now Hiring: Traveling Retail Merchandiser - Overnight in Muncie. Apply here.
  • Progress Rail Services Corporation posted a job opening for Assembler III in Muncie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Muncie here.

Ok Muncie! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Open-toad (Thank you Harold W. for sending it in!)
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