By Gary Thomas and Michael Thomas, Owners of LEAP Managed I.T.— MUNCIE, IN—One of the first questions new clients ask us is, “How long have you been in business?” And every time, we pause because the answer tends to surprise people. It’s been 95 years since our grandparents, C.F. and Wilma, founded what has grown into LEAP Managed IT. What began as a humble family venture is now one of the Midwest’s largest Managed IT providers, with three of our…
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By Arrick Garringer— MUNCIE, IN — The Juneteenth Muncie Committee will host the 6th Annual Juneteenth Muncie Celebration on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 2 to 9 p.m. at McCulloch Park. This free, family-friendly event invites the public to gather in recognition of Juneteenth, a historic day marking the end of slavery in the United States. The annual celebration continues to grow as a space for reflection, education, and joy. Attendees can expect an afternoon and evening filled with live…
By Andrew Dale— MUNCIE, IN— The Delaware County Democratic Party will host a concert showcasing emerging Nashville country music artist Trey Taylor at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 28, in the historic Legacy Room at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Promoted as “An Intimate Evening with Trey Taylor,” concertgoers will be entertained by a musician who was discovered by Dolly Parton’s longtime producer, Kent Wells, and who has collaborated with country music legend Ronnie Milsap and…
By Lena Reid— MUNCIE, IN—Destination: Muncie is proud to announce the appointment of two Ball State University students, Adam Schuler and Samuel Brumley, as the newest Delaware County Ambassadors. As part of Ball State’s County Ambassador Program, these student representatives will play a key role in connecting their fellow Cardinals with the greater Muncie and Delaware County community. Schuler and Brumley will serve as peer leaders on campus, helping to highlight the many events, activities, and attractions Delaware County has…
By Scott Smalstig— YORKTOWN, IN – Thanks to reaching a significant fundraising goal, Yorktown Community Schools officially began construction on a series of major enhancements to the football stadium on June 2. The Yorktown Community Schools Foundation has successfully raised $750,000 in private contributions through its Onward Tigers Campaign, enabling this long-anticipated project to move forward. The planned upgrades include installing high-quality synthetic turf, a modern press box, improved bleachers, and a new scoreboard—transforming the stadium into a state-of-the-art facility…
By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN — The Ball State University campus and the greater Muncie community have through the end of July to visit a special exhibit honoring the literary work of J.R.R. Tolkien, on display in Archives and Special Collections on the second floor of Bracken Library. Presented by University Libraries, the exhibit features selections from the Deborah and Fritz Dolak J.R.R. Tolkien Collection, which was generously donated to Ball State in 2013. The display honors the creativity,…
By Lesley Devoss— MUNCIE, IN – Students from Ivy Tech Community College’s Human Services Group Process and Skills (HUMS 206) course recently completed a series of group sessions with justice-involved individuals at Delaware County Community Corrections (DCCC), focusing on the central theme of motivation and personal growth. The collaborative project provided an opportunity for students to apply classroom learning in a real-world setting while helping participants explore what it means to stay motivated in challenging circumstances. Over 8 weeks, students facilitated…
By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State University is gearing up for its first We Fly Fest, from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday, June 7. This free, on-campus event is open to the public and will include campus tours, entertainment, live music, informational booths, games, and other family-friendly activities. The event will begin at Ball State’s Brown Family Amphitheater, where guests can enjoy games and activities, food trucks, information tables, and a live DJ. Fest attendees may explore campus through several self-guided…
Title is ‘Facing Middletown’ Middletown, USA 100 Years Muncie, Indiana in 2025 By Aimee West— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie, Indiana, also known by researchers across the United States as Middletown, USA, has served as a national bellwether for American hometowns and small city life. In the spirit of embracing this identity and responsibility that comes with recording accurate and unvarnished histories representing everyday life in small cities across the United States, The Facing Project, Center for Middletown Studies, and community partners invite…
By Andy Klotz— MUNCIE, IN—Humbled and excited. That’s how Jeremiah “JD” Craft describes his reaction to being named the new principal at Southside Middle School. The longtime Muncie Community Schools (MCS) employee has been an assistant principal at Southside since 2021, and now takes the principal reins from Mike Raters who retired at the end of the school year. Craft is eager to help students realize their full potential. “Our folks are tough,” he said. “I think tough people can…