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Ball Bearings: 'Something that comes in waves'
“‘It doesn’t get better, but it does get easier,’” is a phrase former Ball State University student Emmett Bartholomew recalled a member of his grief support group saying aloud during a session. Emmett has been attending a grief support group through the organization GriefShare, an online network of faith-based support groups, since about two weeks after his grandfather, Michael “Mike” Bartholomew, died.
Local homeless shelters work to combat the housing crisis in Muncie
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. The exterior corner of the Muncie YWCA building pictured April 14 in downtown Muncie. The YWCA offers emergency shelter for women and children experiencing domestic abuse situations, housing insecurity and more. Ryan Fleek, DN Editor’s Note: The Daily News reached out to Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour for comment, but did not receive a response by the time of publication.
MCS starts to consider cuts to the school district in response to SEA 1
Editor’s Note: The authors of Senate Bill 1, Sen. Travis Holdman (R-District 19) and Sen. Chris Garten (R-District 45), have declined to give The Ball State Daily News comments regarding the bill. Author Sen. Scott Baldwin (R- District 20) was not able to meet the deadline for a comment. All information that refers to the authors in this article is sourced from other outlets. Senate Bill 1 was signed into law by Gov.
ACLU files two federal lawsuits against Ball State University
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. A group of students shout at a protest Aug. 22 at Ball State University. The protest was organized to speak out against police brutality. Adam Jones, DN Editor’s Note: The Ball State Daily News reached out to Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), but the organization declined to comment. Kaleigh Richardson's first name was spelled incorrectly on the ACLU lawsuit.
ACLU files two federal lawsuits against Ball State University
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. A group of students shout at a protest Aug. 22 at Ball State University. The protest was organized to speak out against police brutality. Adam Jones, DN Editor’s Note: The Ball State Daily News reached out to Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), but the organization declined to comment. Kaleigh Richardson's first name was spelled incorrectly on the ACLU lawsuit.
Board of Trustees approves ‘Village Green’ project
Ball State’s Board of Trustees (BOT) unanimously approved the budget and site plan for the “Village Green” project during its Feb. 27 meeting in the L.A. Pittenger Student Center in Cardinal Hall A. The “Village Green” project, presented by the Director of Real Estate Services and the Real Estate Development program, Chris Palladino, is designed to create a community space for Ball State students and Muncie residents to utilize.
Board of Trustees approves ‘Village Green’ project
Ball State’s Board of Trustees (BOT) unanimously approved the budget and site plan for the “Village Green” project during its Feb. 27 meeting in the L.A. Pittenger Student Center in Cardinal Hall A. The “Village Green” project, presented by the Director of Real Estate Services and the Real Estate Development program, Chris Palladino, is designed to create a community space for Ball State students and Muncie residents to utilize.
Indiana Senate bill threatens to prohibit transgender students from using bathroom of their gender identity
Editor’s Note: The authors of Senate Bill 182, Sen. Liz Brown (R-District 15), Sen. Tyler Johnson (R-District 14) and Sen. Chris Garten (R-District 45) have declined to give the Ball State Daily News statements regarding the bill. All information regarding the authors has been sourced through additional news outlets. Leo Caldwell's views and statements do not reflect the university in this story. Correction: Daisy Dale did not file the resolution referenced in this article.
Senate Bill 182 received a 37-8 party vote in the Senate, passed to the House
Editor’s Note: The authors of Senate Bill 182, Sen. Liz Brown (R-District 15), Sen. Tyler Johnson (R-District 14) and Sen. Chris Garten (R-District 45) have declined to give the Ball State Daily News statements regarding the bill. All information regarding the authors has been sourced through additional news outlets. Ball State University assistant lecturer of media design, Leo Caldwell, views and statements do not reflect the university in this story.
Restrictions on hemp worry local business owners
Editor’s note: The authors of Senate Bill 250, Sen. Aaron Freeman (R-District 32), Sen. Cyndi Carrasco (R-District 36) and Sen. Blake Doriot (R-District 12),did not respond to the deadline of Feb. 3 at 5 p.m. All information regarding the authors has been sourced through additional news outlets.
Local after-school program MuncieP3 focuses on improving students’ reading skills
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. After requests from the community created a need for an educational after-school program, MuncieP3 created an engaging learning environment for students in kindergarten through third grade. Students raise their hands to answer a question during "MP3", Longfellow Elementary's after-school program Jan. 23 at Longfellow Elementary. The program is coupled with a 3-week summer "Jumpstart" initiative that prepares students before the fall semester starts.
Here are important dates, deadlines to watch out for during the 2026 election year
The 2026 midterm elections are steadily approaching. Although the Jan. 7 deadline for major political party candidates to file their candidacy has ended, other dates are coming up to watch out for. The Ball State Daily News has compiled a timeline of upcoming dates regarding the midterm elections. Not all events are listed, but all dates and deadlines can be found on the Indiana government website, displaying the 2026 Indiana election calendar.
The penny has stopped being produced as a circulating coin, Ball State now adapts to the change
The penny will no longer be produced as a circulating coin, and Ball State’s dining halls are officially seeing the effect. The famous copper coin ended its 232-year reign after the United States Mint hosted a Nov. 12 ceremonial event, marking the official end of the penny, according to the United States Mint website.
Rep. Sue Errington discusses not running for reelection, reflects on career
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Sue Errington poses for a photo at Muncie’s “ICE Out for Good” protest Jan. 11 on West Clara Lane in Muncie. Kyle Ingermann, DN As 2025 came to a close, Sue Errington (D-District 34) announced she will not seek reelection for state representative and endorsed Muncie City Councilwoman Sara Gullion in her place, according to a Dec. 31 Facebook post from Errington’s personal account.
Rep. Sue Errington announces she will not run for reelection for state representative, but still plans to stay in politics.
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Sue Errington poses for a photo at Muncie’s “ICE Out for Good” protest Jan. 11 on West Clara Lane in Muncie. Kyle Ingermann, DN As 2025 came to a close, Sue Errington (D-District 34) announced she will not seek reelection for state representative and endorsed Muncie City Councilwoman Sara Gullion in her place, according to a Dec. 31 Facebook post from Errington’s personal account.
A recap of last year’s news stories from The Ball State Daily News
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Student protesters march in protest of recent Ball State DEI cuts April 18 at Ball State University. Andrew Berger, DN The Ball State Daily News has compiled a list of stories from various reporters throughout 2025, focusing on the happenings of Ball State University and the surrounding Muncie and Delaware County communities. Take a look at what happened last year, as well as recent updates.
A recap on last year’s news stories from the Ball State Daily News
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Take a look at past 2025 news coverage from the university and Delaware County. Student protesters march in protest of recent Ball State DEI cuts April 18 at Ball State University. Andrew Berger, DN The Ball State Daily News has compiled a list of stories from various reporters throughout 2025, focusing on the happenings of Ball State University and the surrounding Muncie and Delaware County communities.
Out with the new, in with the old: Old forms of media make an impact
“You pick your album, you pull it out, you brush it off, put it on, drop the needle. I mean, there’s a whole process to it,” said owner and operator of the Record Parlor of Muncie, Derek McNelly. Upon entering the Record Parlor of Muncie, customers see a variety of used vinyls, with a wide range of genres and artists. While the establishment does carry newer releases of music, the owner wanted to focus on used records.
Indiana school districts face challenges in keeping educators
Educators in Indiana have earned lower wages than educators in neighboring states, despite new data from the Legislative Services Agency (LSA) showing that Indiana teacher pay has increased in recent years, according to the Indiana Capital Chronicle (ICC). The Indiana Interim Study Committee on Fiscal Policy members examined teacher and administrator salaries, student-to-teacher ratios and other trends related to education during an Oct. 10 meeting, according to ICC.
Indiana school districts face challenges in keeping educators
Educators in Indiana have earned lower wages than educators in neighboring states, despite new data from the Legislative Services Agency (LSA) showing that Indiana teacher pay has increased in recent years, according to the Indiana Capital Chronicle (ICC). The Indiana Interim Study Committee on Fiscal Policy members examined teacher and administrator salaries, student-to-teacher ratios and other trends related to education during an Oct. 10 meeting, according to ICC.
Funeral held for Delaware County Corporal
Corporal Blake Reynolds' funeral took place the morning of Nov. 22 at Delta High School in Muncie, Indiana. Blake died the early morning of Nov. 12 after assisting a stranded motorist on I-69 near the 247-mile marker, according to a Nov. 12 press release from the Delaware County Sheriff’s office. He had been a part of the Delaware County Sheriff’s Department since 2022. That day, whilst helping a broken-down semi-truck, Blake’s patrol vehicle was struck by another semi-truck going northbound.
Funeral held for Delaware County police officer
Transcript Corporal Blake Reynolds' funeral took place the morning of Nov. 22 at Delta High School in Muncie, Indiana. Blake passed away in the early morning of Nov. 12 after assisting a stranded motorist on I-69 near the 247-mile marker, according to a Nov. 12 press release from the Delaware County Sheriff’s office. He had been a part of the Delaware County Sheriff’s Department since 2022.
Ball State student acquitted on two charges of disorderly conduct
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. The Delaware County Justice and Rehabilitation Center sign is shown outside of the facility Nov. 21 in Muncie, Indiana. Third-year Ball State student Cooper Archer was acquitted on two counts of disorderly conduct in Circuit Court 5. Meghan Braddy, DN On the morning of Nov. 21, Judge Thomas A.
Ball State student acquitted on two charges of disorderly conduct
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. On the morning of Nov. 21, Judge Thomas A. Cannon Jr. acquitted third-year Ball State student Cooper Archer on two counts of disorderly conduct in Circuit Court 5 at The Delaware County Justice and Rehabilitation Center. Archer was one of five people arrested during the Feb.
Delaware County’s Liberty-Perry School Corporation community banded together in the wake of financial disparity
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to correct information. In the article, it is written as Selma Elementary’s musical. It is actually a combination of all three schools, so it should be Liberty-Perry School’s musical. It involves students from all three schools.
Delaware County’s Liberty-Perry School Corporation community banded together in the wake of financial disparity
Two weeks before opening night of Selma Elementary’s Legally Blonde Jr., Liberty-Perry School Corporation was met with a “very public, unexpected financial challenge that deeply affected the music department,” as described via email by Victoria Jones, a mother whose children were set to act in the family-friendly production. The “very public, unexpected financial challenge” Jones referred to was investigated by the Delaware County Sheriff's Office, resulting in the Oct.
Muncie Central High School teacher receives grant to walk a portion of the Lewis and Clark Trail
Chris Smith discovered his passion for exploring after staying at his grandfather’s self-made log cabin in Kentucky — a place that had access to electricity but lacked running water. Surrounded by nature, he recalled picking up a book at night detailing the journals of Lewis and Clark, despite not being a “big” reader.
Muncie Central High School teacher receives grant to walk a portion of the Lewis and Clark Trail
Chris Smith discovered his passion for exploring after staying at his grandfather’s self-made log cabin in Kentucky — a place that had access to electricity but lacked running water. Surrounded by nature, he recalled picking up a book at night detailing the journals of Lewis and Clark, despite not being a “big” reader.
Ball State’s YDSA launches its “Immigrant Safe Campus” campaign
Ball State University’s Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) launched the “Immigrant Safe Campus” campaign on Oct. 28 to prevent deportations on Ball State’s campus. Co-chair of YDSA, Uther Henderson, explained that the campaign hopes to ensure that immigrant students are being protected on campus, claiming it is “only a matter of time” before Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) appears at Ball State.
Ball State’s YDSA launches its “Immigrant Safe Campus” campaign
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Ball State University’s Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) launched the “Immigrant Safe Campus” campaign on Oct. 28 to prevent deportations on Ball State’s campus. Co-chair of YDSA, Uther Henderson, explained that the campaign hopes to ensure that immigrant students are being protected on campus, claiming it is “only a matter of time” before Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) appears at Ball State.
Celebrating safely
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Tailgating and the football game are some of the most popular ways students celebrate Ball State’s Homecoming Week — but these events come with risks tied to alcohol and other substances. Research shows that substance use, especially alcohol, can have serious negative effects on students.
ECAP presents its new space for students in downtown Muncie
The Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (ECAP) held its grand opening for its new student and community space in downtown Muncie Oct. 2. The space is designed for “immersive student learning,” according to Ball State University’s Communications Center website, bringing campus “energy” directly into the city’s heart.
ECAP presents its new space for students in downtown Muncie
The Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (ECAP) held its grand opening for its new student and community space in downtown Muncie Oct. 2. The space is designed for “immersive student learning,” according to Ball State University’s Communications Center website, bringing campus “energy” directly into the city’s heart.
Indiana breaks tradition with potential early redistricting
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. According to MADVoters, this map shows a proposed redrawing of Indiana’s congressional districts that breaks up cities to give Republicans an advantage and reduce Democratic voting power. KAI HARRIS, DN ILLUSTRATION Editor’s Note: Rep. Todd Huston and Sen. Rodric Bray did not respond by the Sept. 25 deadline. Gov. Mike Braun suggested to Indiana lawmakers on Sept.
Indiana breaks tradition with potential early redistricting
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Editor’s Note: Rep. Todd Huston and Sen. Rodric Bray did not respond by the Sept. 25 deadline. Gov. Mike Braun suggested to Indiana lawmakers on Sept. 15 that they possibly redraw congressional boundaries in an effort to redistrict Indiana in November, according to a Sept. 16 article from Indiana Capital Chronicle (ICC).
The harsh criticism of the romance genre
Linnea Sundquist is a second-year journalism major and writes “The Sundquist Digest” for the Daily News. Her views do not necessarily reflect those of the newspaper. For as long as I can remember, I have always loved to read. The familiar feeling of opening a brand-new book and diving into a new literary world never fails to brighten my day.
The harsh criticism of the romance genre
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Linnea Sundquist is a second-year journalism major and writes “The Sundquist Digest” for the Daily News. Her views do not necessarily reflect those of the newspaper. For as long as I can remember, I have always loved to read. The familiar feeling of opening a brand-new book and diving into a new literary world never fails to brighten my day.
Student Government Executive Board: Who are they and what are their roles?
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to correct an error. With a new academic year in session, the Ball State Student Government Association (SGA) has a brand new executive board. Here is what they want students to know about them and their roles at the university. Chelsea Murdock, President Chelsea Murdock, a third-year student majoring in English and language arts teaching with a minor in African American Studies, is the president of SGA for the 2025-26 school year.
Student Government Executive Board: Who They Are and Their Roles?
With a new academic year in session, the Ball State Student Government Association (SGA) has a brand new executive board. Here is what they want students to know about them and their roles at the university. Chelsea Murdock, President Chelsea Murdock, a third-year student majoring in English and language arts teaching with a minor in African American Studies, is the president of SGA for the 2025-26 school year.
Ball State Replaces Benny Link with New 'Be Connected' App
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Ball State University student poses while opening the Be Connected app Sept. 8 in the Arts and Journalism Building. Isabella Kemper The Office of Student Life at Ball State University has created a new app for students called Be Connected. What is Be Connected?
Ball State Replaces Benny Link with New 'Be Connected' App
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. The Office of Student Life at Ball State University has created a new app for students called Be Connected. What is Be Connected? Be Connected is a new app catered to students to help guide them in finding student organizations and events on campus, Abby Haworth, assistant vice president of student affairs and director of student life, said via email.
Ball State Replaces Benny Link with New 'Be Connected' App
The Office of Student Life at Ball State University has created a new app for students called Be Connected. What is Be Connected? Be Connected is a new app catered to students to help guide them in finding student organizations and events on campus, Abby Haworth, assistant vice president of student affairs and director of student life, said via email. The new application was created due to students expressing frustrations over other platforms, such as Benny Link and GivePulse.
Labor Day protest held at Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge
“What do we want? Justice! When do we want it? Now!” was just one of the many chants protesters were chanting this Labor Day, demanding that the United States put workers over billionaires. This protest was held at Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge in Muncie, Ind., to protest “billionaire takeover,” according to the Muncie Events website.
Labor Day protest held at Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge
“What do we want? Justice! When do we want it? Now!” was just one of the many chants protesters were chanting this Labor Day, demanding that the United States put workers over billionaires. This protest was held at Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge in Muncie, Ind., to protest “billionaire takeover,” according to the Muncie Events website.
Labor Day protest held at Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge
“What do we want? Justice! When do we want it? Now!” was just one of the many chants protesters were chanting this Labor Day, demanding that the United States put workers over billionaires. This protest was held at Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge in Muncie, Ind., to protest “billionaire takeover,” according to the Muncie Events website.
Toll roads could now be a possible outlet for road funding in Indiana
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Interstate US-35 Aug. 25 around Munice Ind. The Indiana toll road could potentially cost traditional motorists over $15 for the 157 mile span. Isabella Kemper, DN Indiana interstates are possibly going to implement tolls after the signing of House Bill 1461. Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signed House Bill 1461 on May 5, 2025, allowing tolls to possibly be put on all interstate highways in the state. Author of the bill, Rep.
Toll roads could now be a possible outlet for road funding in Indiana
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. We can't find the internet Attempting to reconnect Indiana interstates are possibly going to implement tolls after the signing of House Bill 1461. Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signed House Bill 1461 on May 5, 2025, allowing tolls to possibly be put on all interstate highways in the state. Author of the bill, Rep.
Indiana Considers Statewide Tolls on Interstates
Indiana interstates are possibly going to implement tolls after the signing of House Bill 1461. Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signed House Bill 1461 on May 5, 2025, allowing tolls to possibly be put on all interstate highways in the state. Author of the bill, Rep.
Protest held to demand the removal of a Ball State police officer
Editor's Note: This article was updated with recently received information that has been confirmed from a Randolph Superior Court document filed on Oct. 2, 2024. “No Justice, No Peace, No Racist Police.” One of many chants the crowd said during the protest. Students and community members gathered on campus at the University Peace Plaza on Aug. 22 to protest the employment of Officer Michael Conner. Before the protest, there was a meeting held to spread awareness of the event. At the meeting on Aug.
Protest held to demand the removal of a Ball State police officer
“No Justice, No Peace, No Racist Police.” One of many chants the crowd said during the protest. Students and community members gathered on campus at the University Peace Plaza on Aug. 22 to protest the employment of Officer Michael Conner. Before the protest, there was a meeting held to spread awareness of the event. Related: Meeting held for Muncie community in preparation for upcoming protest At the meeting on Aug.
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