Government

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN—Candidates running in the May primaries for Indiana House and Senate seats, the Indiana secretary of state position and the 5th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives have been invited to Muncie to participate in respective public forums. Muncie Resists is the sponsor of the public forums and has provided this public service since 2016. “In 2024, only 18.32% of Delaware County voters participated in the May primary elections,” said Sarah Vitale, chairwoman of Muncie Resists. “As a result, fewer than 1 in 5 local voters decided who would be on the November ballot….

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN — On Thursday, March 5th, Mayor Dan Ridenour and County Commissioner Stephen Brand jointly delivered a State of the Community presentation outlining recent accomplishments, ongoing partnerships, and a shared vision focused on growth, public safety, infrastructure investment, and responsible governance. The event emphasized the importance of collaboration between the city and county governments in delivering efficient services and advancing initiatives that benefit residents throughout the community. The Mayor and Commissioner highlighted continued cooperation on key projects, including public safety services, planning and development efforts, infrastructure improvements, and community investments. Joint initiatives have strengthened coordination across…

By Sydney Kokinis, Press Secretary— INDIANAPOLIS—Yesterday, Feb. 10, State Rep. Sue Errington (D-Muncie) was honored in the House, with House Resolution 24, for her years of service in improving the lives of Hoosiers. Errington, first elected to the State Senate in 2006, and later to the House of Representatives in 2012, will retire at the conclusion of her term this November. During her time in office, Errington focused on strengthening public health and safety, supporting families and ensuring communities have the tools they need to respond to emergencies. Most recently, she led efforts to create Indiana’s Yellow Dot Program, a measure…

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN — The City of Muncie is pleased to announce that Mason Ridge, a new 126-lot residential subdivision, has unanimously passed its final review before the Planning Commission on Thursday, December 4. The project will bring significant new housing opportunities to the community and represents a substantial private investment in Muncie’s continued growth. Located on 37 acres at the northwest corner of Jackson and Morrison, Mason Ridge will feature a thoughtfully designed neighborhood layout that includes multiple water features, a public greenspace, and a primary entrance on Morrison Road. The homes will be constructed by DR…

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN—The State of Indiana has announced that the City of Muncie is one of only five communities statewide selected to receive State Tax Credits through an Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA) program. Muncie’s winning application includes The Crossing at Trails Edge, a four-story, 98-unit senior apartment community to be constructed at 610 E. Wysor Street in Muncie. Overlooking the Cardinal Greenway, Indiana’s longest rail trail at 62 miles, the development will replace the current McGuff Roofing site, which will be demolished to prepare the property for construction. The $24.8 million project, led by TWG…

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN—Mayor Dan Ridenour held a press conference today to announce that the North Shore Campground at Prairie Creek Reservoir will not be leasing any campsites for the 2026 season. This temporary pause allows the City to begin an extensive reimagining of the 36-acre area that currently includes 234 campsites. City officials emphasized that this decision is focused solely on the North Shore Campground. All other Prairie Creek Reservoir amenities, including boating, docks, trails, beaches, shelters, and cabins will continue to operate as normal. Over the next year, the City will gather input from a variety of…

By Emily M. Anderson— MUNCIE, IN—The Delaware County Circuit Courts have completed the Judicial Portrait Project. Each courtroom now features portraits of the sitting judges, celebrating their dedication and service to our community. You are encouraged to attend a reception and open house on Friday, November 21, 2025, beginning at noon. The reception will be held in the Circuit Court 2 courtroom. Courtroom Tours: Noon – 1:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided for attendees. Come see the new portraits and meet the people who make our courts work every day. The Delaware County Historical Society will be also be in…