“Every week is a championship”: Ball State football is forced to win out to be bowl eligible, but it all starts with Central Michigan on homecoming.

By Elijah Poe / October 19, 2023

As far as what Central Michigan brings, Neu is focused on preparing for the defensive effort, accrediting their depth and experience in the defensive line and linebackers. On the flip side of the ball, Neu said it is going to be a challenge to stop the Central Michigan redshirt sophomore quarterback Jase Bauer who is a dual-threat quarterback. 

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WEATHER

Rain, wind, and cold oh my!

By Jack Van Meter / October 18, 2023

Weather forecaster Jack Van Meter is tracking Muncie's next chance of rain as well as falling temperatures. 

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT

The Vice President of Student Affairs visits the Ball State Student Government Association

By Madelyn Bracken / October 18, 2023

The Ball State Student Government Association (SGA) had a visit and presentation from Vice President of Student Affairs Ro-Anne Royer Engle.

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Candidates for Delaware County Athlete of the Week

By Staff Reports / October 18, 2023

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WEATHER

Mild weather and rainy days

October 18, 2023

Will there be rain next week? Check out this article to find out!

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BALL STATE STUDENTS

Ball State fashion students style fall mannequins to display on campus.

By Mayah McCarty / October 18, 2023

Autumn leaves, flannel, knitted sweaters and flared jeans litter the hallways of the Applied Technology Building at Ball State University as visual merchandising students decorate mannequins in glass displays. 

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NEWS

Monday night recital at Sursa Hall

By Morgan Fisher / October 18, 2023

Many listeners gathered to hear this concert as well as live composers. 

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

Leo Boyd: a look into the development of the Muncie Central quarterback and the man under the helmet

By David Moore / October 18, 2023

For some, sports are just a game, but for others, there is a much deeper meaning to why they play. Muncie Central quarterback Leo Boyd is one who has deeper motivation and inspiration to play the game.

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WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL

Ball State sweeps Toledo for 10th straight victory, stays hot in MAC play

By Adam Altobella / October 17, 2023

The Cardinals swept the Rockets by leaning on serving and defense, extending a streak of success against their conference foe. Ball State next takes on Buffalo (17-4, 7-2 MAC) at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, and at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21.

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Southerland wins Athlete of the Week

By Staff Reports / October 17, 2023

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NEWS

Tracking a showery end to the week and chilly homecoming

By Ryan Hill / October 17, 2023

 NewsLink Indiana Weather Forecaster Ryan Hill tracks a showery and chilly end to the week and the prospect of a warm-up. 

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MEN'S GOLF

Cardinals close out fall campaign with 7th place finish in Little Rock

By Nick Shelton / October 17, 2023

The Everett Buick GMC Classic showcased a similar story for Ball State that has played out many times throughout the fall season. Like a nova, the Cardinals got hot between the first and second rounds as they quickly improved their collective score before fading out in the final round. 

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CARDINALS TASTE DEFEAT AGAINST TOLEDO 13-6 IN KELLY’S PROMISING FIRST START.

Ball State football comes up short, still finds positives in loss

By Jake Dickman / October 17, 2023

After dropping three games in a row, Ball State Football faces Toledo for their MAC home opener.

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BALL STATE HOMECOMING EVENT

Homecoming kicks off with Food Truck Festival

By Mira Bloomer / October 17, 2023

Ball State is kicking off homecoming week with a food truck event.

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NEWS

Student, professor hold vigil to support students, faculty impacted by Israel conflict

By Emma Matlock / October 17, 2023

Gertsenzon says she held the vigil to help those who are hurting due to the impact of the war.

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WEATHER

Fall weather for homecoming week

By Joseph Sawicki / October 17, 2023

Weather Forecaster Joseph sawicki previews fall weather for homecoming week.

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FOSTER NAMED CHIEF OF POLICE

John Foster promoted to chief of police

By Staff Reports / October 17, 2023

Foster, a 30-year veteran of the Ball State University Police Department, succeeds James Duckham, who retired Aug. 30 after nine years as director of public safety and chief of police. 

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OPINION

Negative thoughts surrounding body image don’t have to control you

By Kyle Smedley / October 17, 2023

I have numerous friends and family members of the opposite gender who have shared their struggles with body image issues/eating disorders with me. It’s heartbreaking. However, the fact that men are hiding their struggles for the sake of hiding vulnerability may be even more so.

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WEATHER FORECASTER IAN KOWALSKI DISCUSSES THE COLD FRONT BRINGING SHOWERS UP THROUGH HOMECOMING

Cold and rain arrive for homecoming

By Ian Kowalski / October 16, 2023

Weather Forecaster Ian Kowalski discusses the cold front bringing showers up through Homecoming

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WEATHER

Cloudy skies and cool temperatures

By Kaleb Murray / October 16, 2023

Weather forecaster Kaleb Murray is forecasting a cloudy and cool week with fall like temperatures and conditions continuing throughout the week.