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GALLERY: Geothermal Pipe Eruption Cleanup
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. NewsLink Indiana is powered by Cardinal Media Ball State University is actively working to fix and replace the geothermal pipes across campus that have been damaged, from Teacher's College to the Park and Johnson Complex Residence Halls.
Classes moved to online following the rupture of Ball State’s geothermal system
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. NewsLink Indiana is powered by Cardinal Media Frog Baby, located in the middle of campus, looks out into the colorful trees of fall Oct. 23 on Ball State Campus. Isabella Kemper, DN Friday, Sept. 4, Ball State classes will be moved to online following a rupture of the university’s geothermal heating and cooling system, according to an email sent by Vice President for Business Affairs and Treasurer, Mike Fowler.
GALLERY: Geothermal Pipe Burst
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Due to extreme temperatures and high usage of AC, geothermal pipes containing water bursted outside of the Teacher's College, and as a result; Insulation, gravel, dirt, and water were dispersed along the outside of the building, along the sidewalk, and onto the road. The pipes had burst near North McKinley and West Riverside Ave. Gallery in collaboration with Newslink Indiana. Cardinal Media encourages reader feedback and dialogue.
Ball State campus pipe burst along Riverside Ave.
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. NewsLink Indiana is powered by Cardinal Media Due to extreme temperatures and high usage of AC, geothermal pipes containing water bursted outside of the Teacher's College, and as a result; Insulation, gravel, dirt, and water were dispersed along the outside of the building, along the sidewalk, and onto the road. The pipes had burst near North McKinley and West Riverside Ave. Gallery in collaboration with Newslink Indiana. Thursday, Sept.
GALLERY: Geothermal Pipe Burst
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Due to extreme temperatures and high usage of AC, geothermal pipes containing water bursted outside of the Teacher's College, and as a result; Insulation, gravel, dirt, and water were dispersed along the outside of the building, along the sidewalk. The pipes had burst near North McKinley and West Riverside Ave. Gallery in collaboration with Newslink Indiana. Cardinal Media encourages reader feedback and dialogue.
Vigil held by students to remember victims of I.C.E.
MUNCIE, Ind. — It was a combination of students and concerned members of the Muncie community that showed up to the Young Democratic Socialist of America (YDSA) vigil held Feb. 6. They gathered around the Peace Plaza on Ball State’s campus as the sun began to set; event organizers like Jackie Dudek started handing out artificial candles to attendees. The core message of the vigil was honoring people who have died by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.).
Ball State Daily
MUNCIE, Ind. — It was a combination of students and concerned members of the Muncie community that showed up to the Young Democratic Socialist of America (YDSA) vigil held Feb. 6. They gathered around the Peace Plaza on Ball State’s campus as the sun began to set; event organizers like Jackie Dudek started handing out artificial candles to attendees. The core message of the vigil was honoring people who have died by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.).
Local warming centers welcome residents amidst extreme cold warning
MUNCIE, Ind. — Freezing temperatures continue to sweep across central, east central, north central and west central Indiana amidst an extreme cold warning following the winter storm, Fern. Muncie continues to face windchills reaching as low as 25 degrees below zero. When temperatures do reach these low levels, extended exposure can be quite dangerous without a source of heat. Due to this, warming centers across Muncie are opening their doors to provide residents a safe place to stay.
Local warming centers welcome residents amidst extreme cold warning
MUNCIE, Ind. — Freezing temperatures continue to sweep across central, east central, north central and west central Indiana amidst an extreme cold warning following the winter storm, Fern. Muncie continues to face windchills reaching as low as 25 degrees below zero. When temperatures do reach these low levels, extended exposure can be quite dangerous without a source of heat. Due to this, warming centers across Muncie are opening their doors to provide residents a safe place to stay.
Ball State Daily
MUNCIE, Ind. — Freezing temperatures continue to sweep across central, east central, north central and west central Indiana amidst an extreme cold warning following the winter storm, Fern. Muncie continues to face windchills reaching as low as 25 degrees below zero. When temperatures do reach these low levels, extended exposure can be quite dangerous without a source of heat. Due to this, warming centers across Muncie are opening their doors to provide residents a safe place to stay.
Ball State Daily
MUNCIE, Ind. — On Nov. 22, family, friends and fellow law enforcement officials gathered at Delta High School to remember the life of Corporal Blake Reynolds. The sheriff died on Nov. 12 while assisting a semi-truck that had been stuck on the side of the road on I-69. Another semi would then lose control, hitting Reynolds and killing him shortly after. At the service, several officials and family members would speak in honor of Blake’s dedication to his life.
Ridenour to close Prairie Creek Reservoir North Shore Campgrounds for 2026 season
DELAWARE COUNTY. — Announced at a press conference on Wednesday, Nov. 19, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour revealed that the site won’t open the following year due to his plan to “Build Back Better.” The change comes after several users of the area called for change due to cramped spaces, safety as well as security within the public restrooms. In a press release from the City of Muncie, it was stated that the 234 campsites will have to leave the area to reimagine the 36-acre area.
Ball State Daily
DELAWARE COUNTY. — Announced at a press conference on Wednesday, Nov. 19, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour revealed that the site won’t open the following year due to his plan to “Build Back Better.” The change comes after several users of the area called for change due to cramped spaces, safety as well as security within the public restrooms. In a press release from the City of Muncie, it was stated that the 234 campsites will have to leave the area to reimagine the 36-acre area.
Local nonprofit organization rethinks the way people see foster care
ANDERSON, Ind. — The rate of children in the foster care system is continuously increasing in Indiana. Despite the national average of children in foster care dropping by about 3%, Indiana is still growing. According to the Indiana Capital Chronicle, there were nearly 12,000 children who went through foster care in 2024. This is a 13% increase from the year prior at 10,500. One nonprofit organization realized there was work that needed to be done.
Bob Ross–Inspired Protest Hits Muncie as Artist Opposes Public Media Defunding, Plans “Million Bob March” Oct. 29
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. Several protest signs made by the organizer lay outside the Beneficence monument on Ball State University campus. MUNCIE, Ind. — What started as a simple question quickly turned to an attempt at a protest across the country. What does Bob Ross mean in a world that’s forgotten to slow down, look closer and imagine? J.J. Weinberg is an artist who, since June of 2025, has been protesting across the country.
Ball State Honors College opens doors to new and improved opportunities
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. The Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House. MUNCIE, Ind. — On Sept. 26, the Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House held its ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1707 W. Riverside Ave. at 4 p.m. The event marked the near completion of the renovations to the historic building. While the home holds classes for honors students, it also offers various academic services such as the Virginia B.
Ball State Honors College opens doors to new and improved opportunities
Skip to Content, Search, Navigation, or Footer. MUNCIE, Ind. — On Sept. 26, the Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House held its ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1707 W. Riverside Ave. at 4 p.m. The event marked the near completion of the renovations to the historic building. While the home holds classes for honors students, it also offers various academic services such as the Virginia B. Ball Center for Creative Inquiry, as well as the Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships.
Ball State Daily
MUNCIE, Ind. — On Sept. 26, the Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House held its ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1707 W. Riverside Ave. at 4 p.m. The event marked the near completion of the renovations to the historic building. While the home holds classes for honors students, it also offers various academic services such as the Virginia B. Ball Center for Creative Inquiry, as well as the Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships. The renovation aims to expand the outreach of the Ball State community.
Ball State Daily
Ball State University’s Annual Family Weekend welcomed students, families, and friends for games, performances, and connection, reminding students they are not alone during college challenges. MUNCIE, Ind. — The Annual Family Weekend at Ball State University returns and reunites students, family and friends. Starting on Sept.12, the weekend celebration began with various performances and ceremonies hosted by the Office of Student Life.
Marvel Production Supervisor joins Ball State students and staff for five weeks
MUNCIE, Ind. — For the past five weeks, Knick Haefner has spent his time and given his expertise at Ball State University as a production supervisor. Haefner not only assisted in the flare of creativity but also showed the work being done behind the scenes. Some of Haefner’s notable works were his time spent on Marvel Studios’ “What If” season three, as well as “Lucifer”, which ran from 2016 to 2021.
Ball State Daily
Production Supervisor Knhik Haefner joined Ball State University as a visiting expert in residence from March 11 to April 11. MUNCIE, Ind. — For the past five weeks, Knick Haefner has spent his time and given his expertise at Ball State University as a production supervisor. Haefner not only assisted in the flare of creativity but also showed the work being done behind the scenes.
Marvel Production Supervisor joins Ball State students and staff for five weeks
MUNCIE, Ind. — For the past five weeks, Knick Haefner has spent his time and given his expertise at Ball State University as a production supervisor. Haefner not only assisted in the flare of creativity but also showed the work being done behind the scenes. Some of Haefner’s notable works were his time spent on Marvel Studios’ “What If” season three, as well as “Lucifer”, which ran from 2016 to 2021.
Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House embraces construction
Transcript MUNCIE, Ind. — The Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House announced it would temporarily close its space in the Fall of 2024. This was due to a groundbreaking enrollment of 600 new freshmen, now with nearly 1,400 active students. The house was originally built in 1932 and renovated in 2009. Now, it faces another wave of construction to accommodate the increased number of students while keeping the original look and feel of the home.
Ball State Daily
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video MUNCIE, Ind. — The Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House announced it would temporarily close its space in the Fall of 2024. This was due to a groundbreaking enrollment of 600 new freshmen, now with nearly 1,400 active students. The house was originally built in 1932 and renovated in 2009.
Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House embraces construction
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video MUNCIE, Ind. — The Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Honors House announced it would temporarily close its space in the Fall of 2024. This was due to a groundbreaking enrollment of 600 new freshmen, now with nearly 1,400 active students. The house was originally built in 1932 and renovated in 2009.
Progress of the Ball State Performing Arts Center anticipates the arts in Muncie
Transcript MUNCIE, Ind. — For some time now, you may have heard some commotion coming from North McKinley Avenue. This is all due to the recent progress on the new Ball State University Performing Arts Center (PAC). While to some construction is seen as a pain, here we are seeing a push to move forward. On Nov. 14, 2024, Ball State University held its groundbreaking ceremony for the PAC and the hotel combined with it, Cantio.
Ball State Daily
Ball State's plans for new Performing Arts Center. MUNCIE, Ind. — For some time now, you may have heard some commotion coming from North McKinley Avenue. This is all due to the recent progress on the new Ball State University Performing Arts Center (PAC). While to some construction is seen as a pain, here we are seeing a push to move forward. On Nov. 14, 2024, Ball State University held its groundbreaking ceremony for the PAC and the hotel combined with it, Cantio.
Progress of the Ball State Performing Arts Center anticipates the arts in Muncie
MUNCIE, Ind. — For some time now, you may have heard some commotion coming from North McKinley Avenue. This is all due to the recent progress on the new Ball State University Performing Arts Center (PAC). While to some construction is seen as a pain, here we are seeing a push to move forward. On Nov. 14, 2024, Ball State University held its groundbreaking ceremony for the PAC and the hotel combined with it, Cantio.
Ball State University welcomes spring weather
Transcript MUNCIE, Ind. — It doesn’t take long after stepping outside to feel the sudden change in temperatures in the Muncie area. For some time, Muncie was a city buried underneath snow and ice. What felt like change overnight; Muncie had a rapid increase of temperatures. Today, Muncie had a high of 54 degrees. Last week, on Feb.20, Muncie only had a high of 21 degrees.
Ball State Daily
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video MUNCIE, Ind. — It doesn’t take long after stepping outside to feel the sudden change in temperatures in the Muncie area. For some time, Muncie was a city buried underneath snow and ice. What felt like change overnight; Muncie had a rapid increase of temperatures. Today, Muncie had a high of 54 degrees. Last week, on Feb.20, Muncie only had a high of 21 degrees.
Ball State University welcomes spring weather
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video MUNCIE, Ind. — It doesn’t take long after stepping outside to feel the sudden change in temperatures in the Muncie area. For some time, Muncie was a city buried underneath snow and ice. What felt like change overnight; Muncie had a rapid increase of temperatures. Today, Muncie had a high of 54 degrees. Last week, on Feb.20, Muncie only had a high of 21 degrees.
Ball State University takes a stand for usage of artificial intelligence
Transcript MUNCIE, Ind. — Despite artificial intelligence being prominent for quite some time, artificial intelligence has reached a new high in popularity and in capabilities. As the strength of AI rises, so does the concern. However, Ball State University urges its students and staff to embrace it, rather than avoid it.
Ball State Daily
Students learn about the capabilities of artificial intelligence and how it can assist with their education. MUNCIE, Ind. — Despite artificial intelligence being prominent for quite some time, artificial intelligence has reached a new high in popularity and in capabilities. As the strength of AI rises, so does the concern. However, Ball State University urges its students and staff to embrace it, rather than avoid it.
Ball State University takes a stand for usage of artificial intelligence
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video MUNCIE, Ind. — Despite artificial intelligence being prominent for quite some time, artificial intelligence has reached a new high in popularity and in capabilities. As the strength of AI rises, so does the concern. However, Ball State University urges its students and staff to embrace it, rather than avoid it.
Ball State Daily
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video MUNCIE, Ind. — After a four-year hiatus, the Residence Hall Association (RHA) returned to one of their beloved events on Jan. 29 in Park Hall. In 2021, RHA celebrated its “Cake Wars” event for the last time. The event made its return with six teams of varying sizes. “The Cake Wars are hosted by RHA, our events are planned by our Activities Director,” said RHA President, Andrew Hopkins.
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