'A great test'

Although Ball State has never defeated an SEC opponent, the Cardinals have high expectations heading into their week one contest against Kentucky. Ball State is set to face off against the Wildcats at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky, at Noon Sept. 3, where the spread has the Cardinals as 26.5-point underdogs.



Redshirt freshman tight end Brady Hunt celebrates scoring a touchdown in the homecoming game against Eastern Michigan Oct. 22, 2022 at Scheumann Stadium. Hunt scored one touchdown during the game. Amber Pietz, DN
FOOTBALL

Hungrier than ever

Coming off a 5-7 season in 2022, the Cardinals are looking to ‘accomplish something great’ behind a revamped offense and an anchored defense. Ball State is set to face off against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky, at Noon Sept. 3, where the spread has the Cardinals as 26.5-point underdogs.


Senior linebacker Clayton Coll runs onto the football field before a game against Murray State Sept. 17, 2022 at Scheumann Stadium. Amber Pietz, DN
FOOTBALL

Hungrier than ever

Despite a tough early schedule and major roster changes, Ball State is hungrier than ever for success in 2023. Ball State is set to face off against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky, at Noon Sept. 3, where the spread has the Cardinals as 26.5-point underdogs.



Kate Farr, DN Design
CENSORSHIP

A case of censorship: revising Roald Dahl’s books

In February of this year, many of Roald Dahl’s famed children's books were re-released in Britain, but not without some rewrites and revisions first. Should we be updating any and all literature, especially posthumously, for readers today? Is it pushing a certain agenda that not everyone stands on common ground with? Or, could measures of censorship even be promoting an all-or-nothing mindset?


Head coach Helen Peña poses on the pitching mound at First Merchants Ballpark Aug. 22. Mya Cataline, DN
SOFTBALL

A Summer of Change

After returning to the Mid-American Championship softball tournament for the first time since 2019, the Cardinals went through significant player and personnel changes during the summer, but remain confident going into 2023.



Delta senior Belle Brown chips August 12 at the Muncie Elks Golf Course. Zach Carter, DN.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Delaware County Sports results from 8/21-8/26

These are highlights and results from the past week’s Delaware County sporting events that those on the Daily News Sports Team were unable to attend. The past week saw much success from a plethora of Delaware County sports teams, including the Yorktown Tigers, Delta Eagles, Burris Owls, Daleville Broncos and Wes-Del Warriors.


5 Back-To-School Makeup Tips To Create Beauty Looks That Last

It's that time again when you get to strut down those hallways flaunting fresh looks and maybe even a few new tricks up your sleeves. This isn't just about acing your exams — it’s about ensuring you feel confident and empowered in every area of your life this school year.


Jessica Bergfors, DN Design
NEWS

ChatGPT has made its way to Ball State

On Nov. 30, 2022, ChatGPT was released to the general public. The program is a largely language-based form of artificial intelligence (AI) and can assist a user in creating well-written and formatted text. Microsoft is investing in OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, claiming they are making a “multi-billion dollar investment,” according to the Associated Press. 








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