Government

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…

By Kay Walker, Center Township Trustee— MUNCIE, IN — Center Township Trustee Kay Walker announced the official opening of the Lone Pine Lodge Family Shelter, a new community resource designed to provide safe, short-term housing and supportive services for families experiencing homelessness in the Muncie area. The shelter will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, November 14, at 1214 E. Main St., Muncie, Ind. The Lone Pine Lodge Family Shelter represents years of collaboration among local partners, faith organizations, and community volunteers, reflecting a shared commitment to providing dignity, safety, and stability for township residents. The…

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN – The City of Muncie is proud to announce that it has been awarded $6.75 million in READI 2.0 funding to support transformative development in the city’s core, including new downtown housing and the creation of a signature gateway experience. The funding, when combined with the over $10 million in city infrastructure investment will be used to advance two major initiatives, the Muncie Central City Housing Project which includes 34 new homes in the Old West End neighborhood and the Highpoint Station/Downtown Gateway; a 4 story multi-use building featuring a public greenspace and gateway art…