Business

By Ball State University Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana — Today, the Ball State University Board of Trustees authorized Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns to execute an agreement with Trademark Construction, a homebuilder based in East Central Indiana. The agreement will allow Trademark to construct 17 new attached townhomes and eight new single-family homes as part of the University’s ongoing Village revitalization project. “Constructing these homes is an important step in advancing our vision for The Village while supporting Muncie’s ongoing…

By Hayley Williams— MUNCIE, IN—Hillcroft Services is excited to announce the 7th Bi-Annual Shop & Share Vendor Market, taking place on Saturday, March 8th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held indoors at our location at 501 West Air Park Drive, Muncie, IN, ensuring an enjoyable experience for attendees, rain or shine. With 105 local vendors participating, this market offers a unique shopping opportunity, featuring a diverse range of products, including handcrafted items, boutique clothing, signs,…

By Kara Stevenson— FORT WAYNE—At Indiana Michigan Power (I&M), our customers are the center of what we do each day. From ensuring reliable power to serving local organizations in our communities, we believe our work is impactful. We also believe in providing resources that ensure our customers have comfort and security where it is needed most – at home. We recognize that financial hardships happen, and sometimes you need a little extra support paying your bill. I&M offers several payment…

By Susan Fisher, PR Supervisor at Muncie Public Library— MUNCIE, IN—February is Black History Month and those who want to learn more about local, Black history can visit the Shaffer AME Church Chapel Museum or discover the newly created digital collection of the Shaffer Chapel Museum artifacts recently archived through a partnership between Muncie Public Library (MPL) and Shaffer Chapel. The Indiana Historical Bureau and The Delaware County Historical Alliance installed a plaque at Shaffer Chapel in 1996 to recognize…

By Richard Crist— MUNCIE, IN– Whitinger & Company LLC proudly announces that Daniel Maggart of the firm’s Muncie, Indiana office recently passed all required Indiana exams and received his CPA license. Daniel, from Muncie, Indiana, originally hails from Winchester. He earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Accounting from Ball State University. As a Manager, Daniel is key in providing top-notch service to clients and helping staff grow. His skills include preparing income tax returns for businesses and individuals, business…

By Boyce Systems staff— BATH, Michigan & MUNCIE, Indiana – February 18, 2025 – BS&A Software, a leading provider of cloud-based municipal ERP solutions, has acquired Boyce Systems and its Keystone software, one of Indiana’s top providers of financial and ERP solutions for municipalities. This acquisition strengthens BS&A’s presence in Indiana and the Midwest, enhancing its ability to support local governments with modern, secure, and efficient technology solutions. This strategic acquisition brings together two companies with a shared commitment to…

By Michael Millar— EVANSVILLE—Regency Properties, a retail property investment and management firm, has acquired Muncie Towne Plaza, a 173,773 square foot shopping center located in Muncie, Indiana. The acquisition underscores Regency’s acquisition philosophy as a “county seat” community retail property investor. Muncie Towne Plaza, developed in 1997 and renovated in 2005, is fully leased to national tenants. Tenants include Kohl’s, TJ Maxx, Old Navy, Ulta Beauty, and Shoe Carnival. The center is located on East Princeton Avenue, approximately one-half mile…

By Hannah Dunckel— MUNCIE, IN—Meridian Health Services’ holiday fundraiser to provide Hope and Healing Comfort Kits to children receiving services through Meridian’s Child Advocacy Center raised over $20,000 – far exceeding the initial goal of $12,000. Donations were collected beginning on Giving Tuesday, December 3, and throughout the holiday season online and at Holidays at Gresham, Meridian’s drive-thru light exhibit. For nearly 17 years, Meridian has worked with children who have experienced trauma, whether it be from any form of…

By Kara Stevenson—       FORT WAYNE, IN— The start of a new year can feel refreshing. After twelve months, a blank slate seemingly offers numerous possibilities for days ahead. For some, getting organized is the first step. And this includes taking a quick look at your Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) account to make sure everything is up to date. Update Contact Information on I&M Account  Has a phone number changed? Or possibly an email address? It is important…