2021

Photo provided by Marisa Rose, Muncie and Delaware County BY5.

Non-Profit March 3, 2021

Scholarship Funds Available for Thomas Park/Avondale and South Central Muncie Residents

By Marisa Rose, Muncie and Delaware County BY5— Muncie, IN—The 8twelve Coalition, a local neighborhood revitalization group representing portions of Thomas Park/Avondale and South Central neighborhoods, has a new scholarship program available to assist adult learners (age 18+) obtain higher education. Adult learners living in Thomas Park/Avondale or South Central neighborhoods can request up to $500 to help fund a variety of educational expenses. Examples of educational expenses that could be covered under the scholarship are tuition assistance, childcare costs,…

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Ball State University commencement. File photo.

We Fly March 3, 2021

BSU President Mearns Announces May Commencement Plans

Editor’s note: The following message was distributed today from President Geoffrey S. Mearns to the Ball State University campus community about in-person Commencement plans for both Spring 2021 and Class of 2020 graduates: I write to share our plans for in-person Commencement Exercises in May, marking the return of a cherished University tradition. In accordance with state and local guidelines, we will hold a series of smaller, outdoor ceremonies at Scheumann Stadium for all members of the Class of 2020 and for our…

Aerial photo of Muncie and Delaware County by Michael Wolfe

Government March 1, 2021

‘TogetherDM’ Is A Long-Range Plan for Muncie and Delaware County’s Future

By TogetherDM— Muncie, IN – TogetherDM, a process to develop a new long-range plan for Delaware County and the City of Muncie, has been launched. Coordinated by the Delaware-Muncie Metropolitan Plan Commission (DMMPC), the project will produce a new Delaware Muncie Comprehensive Plan as well as a Strategic Investment Plan for the City of Muncie. Both plans will be completed and presented for adoption by the County Commission and City Council by the end of 2021. “These plans will help set…

Muncie Action Plan board member Mitch Isaacs helps a 2020 I.D.E.A. Conference attendee identify "where they live" and "where they love" on a map of Muncie. Photo provided

Non-Profit March 1, 2021

6th Annual IDEA Conference is Saturday, Followed by Mayor Ridenour’s ‘State of the City’ Address

By Heather Williams, MAP Task Force 2 Leader— Muncie, IN—COVID-19 hasn’t stopped Muncie’s neighborhood associations from supporting their residents. Improvement and advocacy work continued throughout 2020 and this year’s I.D.E.A. Conference will be a time to celebrate these efforts. Due to the pandemic, the 6th annual I.D.E.A. Conference will look a little different this year. Previously, I.D.E.A. has involved break-out sessions and moving participants between a variety of spaces for an interactive and informative day of learning, networking, and community…

Aerial of Muncie City Hall in downtown Muncie. Photo by Mike Rhodes.

Government February 27, 2021

City of Muncie Secures Two Developers for Projects Totaling $22 Million

By City of Muncie Communications— Muncie, IN- The City of Muncie, Community Development, IHCDA, and anticipated tax abatements from City Council will pave a way for new developments in Muncie. The city was able to take 21 properties from the Muncie Redevelopment Commission that were demolished and will put the properties back on the tax role through one of the secured projects. “Project City View Homes” will provide the city with a total of 48 new units. 21 of those…

Innovation Connector, 1208 W. White River Blvd in Muncie.

Business February 26, 2021

Free ‘Business Foundations Toolkit Workshop’ Begins March 2nd

By Alexis Dishman— Muncie, IN—The Innovation Connector and the Muncie – Delaware County Black Chamber of Commerce have partnered together to bring you a free three-part workshop titled, Business Foundations Toolkit. For most, starting a business is a dream or a mere thought, but taking the necessary steps to start the business goes beyond just a dream. The first question for many entrepreneurs is, “where do I start?” and while most resources are out there, finding, securing, and trusting those…

Ryan Vaughn. Photo provided

Business February 26, 2021

Ryan Vaughn Joins eKeeper Systems as Business Development Director

By Arrick Garringer— Yorktown, IN— eKeeper Systems Incorporated, a local computer, network, and system support services company, welcomes Ryan Vaughn to the position of Business Development Director. Ryan brings crucial skills to the firm and will primarily serve as the first point of contact between eKeeper and potential new clients across Central Indiana. He will be responsible for the growth of the eKeeper client base in Central Indiana with a focus on Delaware County and the directly surrounding counties. In…

Hoosiers have received their share of snow, but nothing like in 1978. Photo by Nancy Carlson

Carlson February 26, 2021

John Carlson: Think This Was A Storm? Nah…

By John Carlson— Hoosiers and countless other Americans sat around last week waiting for “Snowmageddon 2021” to hit but, assuming you don’t live in Texas, it was hard to take things too seriously. After all, we survived The Blizzard of ’78. That storm’s 43rd anniversary snuck past me a short while back, but for anyone who shivered through it, the blizzard remains a sharply defined memory. Being a young reporter for The Evening Press back then, I had a perfect…

This illustration, created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a corona surrounding the virion.

Health February 25, 2021

Delaware County COVID-19 Update, February 25th

Editor’s note: The following COVID-19 update is brought to you through a collaboration of healthcare partners including Delaware County Health Department, Delaware County Emergency Management Agency, Delaware County Office of Information, and other major healthcare providers. Delaware County weekly COVID-19 updates are released every Thursday and include information from the Indiana State Department of Health county metrics dashboard, which is updated every Wednesday afternoon. For the first time, Delaware County is blue on the Indiana State Department of Health’s county…

The MCHS 2020 graduation ceremony was held in the MCHS auditorium. Photo provided

Education February 25, 2021

2021 MCHS Graduation Ceremony Will Move To Fieldhouse

By Andy Klotz— Muncie, IN—Muncie Central High School’s Class of 2021 will officially graduate inside the Muncie Fieldhouse rather than Ball State University’s Worthen Arena where the ceremony has taken place in recent years. The decision to move graduation is due to the ongoing pandemic and various restrictions regarding large gatherings. “We want to ensure that our graduates have as traditional a ceremony as possible with family members in attendance,” Central High School Principal Chris Walker said. “The Fieldhouse allows…