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Popularity of "Southside Turkey" causes some concerns

The southside turkey in Muncie has grown in popularity since residents began spotting it frequently on the same corner of Madison Street and East 29th Street. Since then, the Muncie bird has become an icon. So much so that Gary Townsend created a Facebook group to honor the famous gobbler.



Bailey, Caitlyn Demlein's dog, hangs around with his owner Sept. 15, 2020, outside Miller College of Business. Demlein was relaxing in her hammock. Jaden Whiteman, DN

Keeping animals safe during the winter

It’s February and the cold weather of winter is upon us. Keeping warm during these few months are key. But for some, it’s not just about keeping themselves warm, but also their animals.




Warm start to December

Weather Forecaster Rachel Wynalda is tracking breezy overnight conditions as well as a warm start to December. 


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Rain on the way just in time for Thanksgiving

Chief Weather Forecaster Maddi Johnson is tracking our next weather system, which is set to bring rain just in time for Thanksgiving. Find out just how long the rain will stick around and how cold temperatures will be on Friday. 



A chilly night in store

Weather Forecaster Hope Kleitsch gives the forecast for the upcoming Ball State football game and what you can expect on Thanksgiving.


Increase in young patients getting vaccinated in Muncie

"We knew initially there were some families that knew right away that they would want to come and get their kids that vaccine,” Reed said. “There are some that will probably want to get it, but don't want to be the first in line. Then, there's probably another group that has no interest at all."


Ball State SGA votes against amendment proposal

The amendment author, Senator Grant Wilson, stated that “the Senate body is representative of the people,'' and if the amendment were passed, it would be the first part of the Senate enacting “tangible plans going forward” for the senate to improve the decline of student voting. 


Strutting With Confidence

Strutting with Confidence (SWC) had their annual fashion show for the semester. This year's theme was “Pretty in Pink.”