Shooting 6/9/2022, 6:07pm BREAKING: 3 dead, trooper wounded in Maryland shooting By The Associated Press SMITHSBURG, Md. (AP) — A suspect opened fire at a business in western Maryland on Thursday, leaving three dead before the suspect and a state trooper were wounded in a shootout, authorities said.
Muncie 6/9/2022, 10:03am Openings and Closures in Muncie By Staff Reports Sky Zone announced new franchisees in Muncie, Indiana and The Neely House announced an "indetermined closure".
Weather Outlook 6/6/2022, 2:00pm Hazardous Weather Outlook for Delaware County/Central Indiana June 6-8 By Staff Reports There is a reported Hazardous Weather Outlook for Delaware County/Central Indiana June 6-8 according to the National Weather Service.
Indiana 6/6/2022, 10:00am Music artists share original compositions on living in Indiana By Grace McCormick Eric Salazar knew after a high school jazz band bass clarinet solo what he wanted to do with the rest of his life. After his Brownsburg High School band director Joe Vrabec credited him as the reason the band won a judge’s choice award from a 2007 Purdue University jazz competition, he said he wanted to become a music performer to “help people feel their feelings and help people through music.”
Ball State Police Department 6/5/2022, 6:00pm Ball State University Police Department training June 6-7 By Staff Reports The Ball State University Police Department, along with other first responders, is set to conduct training at Northside Middle School June 6-7. Muncie community members may notice increased police and first responder presence in the area of Northside Middle School during these time periods.
Orientation 6/4/2022, 6:00pm Ball State University Fall 2022 Orientation dates and times announced By Staff Reports Ball State University Fall 2022 freshman Orientation dates and times have been announced, along with a brief agenda and additional information regarding said Orientation.
Community 6/4/2022, 10:00am New and established Village businesses share the inspiration behind opening their doors By Grace Bentkowski and Eli Houser The Village wasn’t always as lively as it is now. After the 2008 recession, many buildings sat vacant while landlords tried to find buyers. While some businesses, including Village Green Records and White Rabbit Used Books, survived 2008, the recession coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic saw some businesses move out of the Village and others move in. Jack’s Donuts and Rustic Rebels Geode and Crystal Mine are two businesses that just opened last semester, with ScreenBroidery also moving its location.
Muncie Community Schools 6/3/2022, 10:00am Muncie Community Schools' 2022 summer meal sites By Staff Reports During the months of June and July, Muncie Community Schools (MCS) is set to provide free summer meals (breakfast and lunch) for those 18 years and younger. These meals are set to be provided across four MCS locations from June 6-July 29, Monday-Friday each week.
mass shooting 6/1/2022, 9:01pm BREAKING: 4 killed in shooting at Tulsa medical building; shooter dead By Associated Press Four people were killed Wednesday in a shooting at a Tulsa medical building on a hospital campus, a police captain said.
Ball State University Construction 6/1/2022, 6:00pm Creating Community in Cooper: 2014 plans to renovate the Cooper Science Building are in full effect By Kamryn Tomlinson While renovations are now underway at Ball State University’s Cooper Science Building, there are years of planning and preparation behind it. The west end of Cooper Science is projected to be done by Spring 2023, and construction for the east end will take effect immediately — expected to be completed by Spring 2024.
Muncie Central High School 5/31/2022, 6:00pm Muncie Central High School named Mentor School for successful Early College program By Staff Reports Muncie Central High School’s Early College program has been recognized as one of the best in Indiana by the Urban College Acceleration Network (UCAN), a new initiative of the University of Indianapolis’ (UIndy) Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL) in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE). CELL recently invited MCHS to serve as a Mentor School to other Indiana high schools so they can successfully implement a program similar to that of Muncie Central High School's.
Memorial Day 5/30/2022, 11:00am Memorial Day 2022 Gallery By Staff Reports On Memorial Day, the Ball State Daily News remembers those who lost their lives while serving to protect the freedom and safety of United States citizens.
Bluesfest 5/30/2022, 12:38am Ball State hosts first annual Bluesfest By Rylan Capper Hosted by the Office of Inclusive Excellence, Bluesfest showcased the work of seven blues artists from across the country.
Brief 5/28/2022, 9:00am Muncie Community Schools’ Board of Trustees approve SRO proposal By Staff Reports Tuesday, May 24, Muncie Community Schools’ (MCS) Board of Trustees approved a proposal from Legacy Life Security. Legacy Life Security’s proposal outlines a security plan where a director of security will be employed to oversee eight Student Resource Officers (SROs).
Muncie Community Schools 5/26/2022, 12:25pm Muncie Community Schools close 2021-22 academic year with staff honors By Staff Reports May 26, a press release from Muncie Community Schools (MCS) announced end of year awards for staff in response to the end of the 2021-22 academic year. Teachers, staff and organizations were honored across 10 locations.
school shooting 5/24/2022, 5:29pm BREAKING: At least eighteen killed in Texas school shooting; gunman dead By Associated Press Fourteen children and one teacher were killed in a shooting at a Texas elementary school Tuesday, and the 18-year-old gunman was dead, Gov. Greg Abbott said.
Event 5/24/2022, 12:00pm First Annual Bluesfest comes to Ball State University By Staff Reports Worthen Arena in Muncie, Indiana is set to play host to the First Annual Bluesfest, a show presented by C&B Entertainment Production LLC. This show takes place May 28 at 7 p.m., and doors open 6 p.m.
News 5/22/2022, 10:00am AP News Roundup: Week of May 14-21 By Joseph McKeigue With information obtained from the Associated Press, this is the week of May 14-May 21 news and events.
Brief 5/20/2022, 10:00am Ball State University Singers upcoming performance and new amphitheater announced By Staff Reports Ball State University singers have an upcoming performance at a legendary venue and a state-of-the-art facility is set to be introduced to campus.
Partnership 5/19/2022, 6:00pm Ball State University and Ivy Tech Community College announce NEST dual-enrollment program By Staff Reports The morning of May 19, Ball State University and Ivy Tech Community College in Muncie announced a joint Navigating the Enrolled Student Transition (NEST) dual-enrollment program.
High School Tennis 6/2/2022, 6:00pm Life Lessons: Delta Girls Tennis head coach Tim Cleland along with players and assistant coaches reflect ahead of their State Finals appearance
Baseball 5/28/2022, 8:37pm Cardinals fall to the Chippewas, winner take all MAC Championship Game set for May 29