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Muncie bookstore plans to reopen after renovation

“The sad thing is though, because of the weather and COVID, the contractors have fallen behind about a month. So we should have been back open about the first of the month. So right now, we are just kind of in limbo,” Edwards said. 



Chilly mid week ahead

Weather Forecaster Rachel Sherfey tracks a chilly remainder of the week, as well as a warm up on the way. 


February First Thursday Gallery Walk

“We believe it is important to encourage the creative paths of our artists, we also celebrate the youth who are creative artists in the community,” said Debra Gindhart Dragoo, the event organizer. 


Colder temperatures continue

Assistant Chief Weather Forecaster Oliver Moster is anticipating cooler temperatures for Central Indiana for the rest of the week.



Foster Parent Shortage in Muncie

“We really are desperate for people who are interested, so if people have ever thought about being a foster parent, now is really the time that we need you. There’s a lot of children being placed and then removed from foster home to foster home and they need those services right now,” said Heath.


Turn away no longer to build foster home

“The case manager has to stay in the office, the child has to stay in the office, they sleep on the floors and chairs, and shower in sinks. They have all their stuff in a garbage bag,” said Walters. 



Rain and snow chances increases

Weather Forecaster Hunter Luzadder has an update on rain and show chances throughout your weekend and a rollercoaster of temperatures.


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Active pattern to begin December

NewsLink Indiana Weather Forecaster Ryan Hill is tracking some strong storms tonight, a big cooldown ahead for tomorrow and an active weather pattern ahead.



School of Art: Print sale

“There were so many things that I wish I had bought. There are some really cool pieces and everyone is so talented. I ended up going with the Heart drop, it's honestly one of my favorites. I love being able to support my classmates.” Hauser said. 


Shopping small for the holidays

 “We are a locally owned business so it helps the local economy more than the big box stores do. Also you get much more personal service. We care about our customers and we do everything we can to make them happy,” said Derek Edwards, a local business owner. 


Skateboard Shop works to help community

 “Life Skateboards is super important for the Muncie skate community because this is really the only place we have to go at the moment to skate in the winter time,” said Caleb Swartz, an avid skater who found Life Skateboards through an instagram post. 


Cloudy days and possible rain

Forecaster Ian Kowalski has an update on the warmer midweek temperatures, as well as a chance of rain showers during the weekend.