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By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN—The City of Muncie is proud to announce that its recent expansion of the MakeMyMove program in partnership with Delaware County has already brought its first new resident to the community. Earlier this year, the Mayor Ridenour and the Delaware County Commissioners, with the assistance of the Delaware County Redevelopment Commission, entered into an interlocal agreement to expand the program’s boundaries, allowing all addresses with a “Muncie” designation—both inside and outside of the city limits—to be eligible. This collaboration opens the door for even more movers to choose Delaware County, expanding the reach of the MakeMyMove…

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN — The City of Muncie, in collaboration with Indiana American Water, is announcing a series of changes to the rules and operations at Prairie Creek Reservoir Park. These changes are being implemented to ensure long-term water quality and environmental sustainability of this vital resource, which serves as a source of drinking water for our community. Several decades ago, the City of Muncie expanded the use of certain areas of Prairie Creek Reservoir Park, specifically its campground and trail systems, beyond the provisions outlined in the original lease agreement.  No new changes have been made since…

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN—The City of Muncie is proud to officially launch three new Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (DORAs) beginning today, July 7, 2025. The new DORA districts—Downtown Muncie, the McKinley Neighborhood, and the Ball State University Village—are now active and ready for residents and visitors to enjoy. Mayor Dan Ridenour and his administration have worked diligently to bring this new amenity to the community following the Muncie City Council’s approval of Ordinance 26-24, authored by Councilwoman Selvey and Councilwoman Gullion. “This is about enhancing the vibrancy of Muncie’s cultural and entertainment hubs while supporting our local businesses,” said…

By IDHS staff— INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Department of Homeland Security has opened applications to the State Disaster Relief Fund (SDRF) for residents who incurred damage to their homes or property located in qualifying jurisdictions from any of the following disaster events: •    March 1, 2025: Mine Collapse •    March 15, 2025: Severe Storms •    March 19, 2025: Severe Storms •    March 30 – April 2, 2025: Severe Storms/Flooding Applications to help with immediate needs will be capped at $2000 initially, although eligible homeowners could receive additional assistance after a complete damage assessment is finished. The SDRF is not currently accepting applications…

By Amber Greene— Muncie, IN — 05.02.2025 — The City of Muncie is excited to announce the approval of three Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (DORAs) by the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission, creating vibrant spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy beverages responsibly while exploring local businesses. Thanks to the efforts of Councilwomen Ro Selvey and Sara Gullion authoring Ord. 26-24, the DORAs are set to go into effect in early to mid-summer, enhancing the city’s downtown experience. The approved DORAs include the following zones and businesses: DORAs provide designated boundaries where patrons can purchase alcoholic beverages from participating establishments…

By Mayor Dan Ridenour— MUNCIE, IN – Mayor Dan Ridenour is pleased to announce that the city has gained site control of the former Concannon’s Bakery property located on Walnut Street in downtown Muncie. This marks an important step forward in ensuring that the development of the property reflects the interests and needs of the community. This decision comes after a period of significant concern from the city and citizens regarding the potential private sale of the property. Recognizing the importance of preserving the character of downtown Muncie and aligning development with community values, the Muncie Redevelopment Commission (MRC) took…