The Year in Review: Byte’s Top-Reviewed Movies of 2017

The Year in Review: Byte’s Top-Reviewed Albums of 2017

Music reviews were a new endeavor for Byte this year, but it was a great first year to cover. We saw some disappointments from previously loved artists like Arcade Fire and Blondie, to be sure, but we also saw some pleasant comebacks and changeups from the likes of Lorde, Aimee Mann and Paramore. Some of these albums made us smile and others made us cry, but they all left some sort of indelible mark on us, and that’s why they’re the best albums of 2017.

The Year in Review: Byte's Top-Reviewed Movies of 2017

The Year in Review: Byte's Top-Reviewed Albums of 2017

City of Muncie, Mayor Tyler: Ex-MPD chief suit is 'without merit'

The City of Muncie and Mayor Dennis Tyler issued a statement about former Muncie Police Chief Stephen Stewart's lawsuit against the city, calling it "wholly without merit."

Flashback: Pokemon Red and Blue (and Green)

Ball State stymies Jackson State en route to seventh straight win

Holiday shopping guide of easy, last minute gifts for a nerdy friend

Holiday shopping can be hard. Between cryptic gift lists, friends refusing to tell you what they want, or the dreaded "I don't need anything" responses, the seemingly simple task of buying gifts for loved ones can become a nightmare. To make matters worse, getting good gifts can get expensive quickly. No one wants to be the guy that gives out cheap bootleg Pokemon dolls, but you don't want to break the bank either. Well no worries! We’ve compiled a list of great gift ideas. The best part? All of these items are $25 or less! While every item may not ship in time for the holidays, they are sure not to break the bank.

Top new movies to watch this holiday season

Holiday shopping guide of easy, last minute gifts for a nerdy friend

Ball State heads into conference play undefeated after a 93-81 win over Western Kentucky

For the first time in over a decade, a Mid-American Conference women’s basketball team will enter conference play undefeated.

Papa John's CEO, Ball State alum John Schnatter, steps down

Papa John’s founder John Schnatter will step down as CEO next month, about two months after he publicly criticized the NFL leadership over national anthem protests by football players — comments for which the company later apologized.

‘Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria Simulator’ serves scares and fun for free

The horror and uncanniness of the series is still alive and well in ‘Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria Simulator’. Included with the horror are many humorous elements that serve to break the monotony of the game’s tone. This entry in the series does nothing to reinvent the wheel, but there is still pleasure to be had with the tried and true gameplay formula. It’s a competent entry that is sure to please fans and even entice some newcomers with its generous price.

'The Disaster Artist': A charming tribute to a real Hollywood movie

The 'Star Wars' movies the people really want

 I, being an expert in bad fanfiction, know exactly what Star Wars movies Disney can make that the people will definitely love and are not jokes.

Between the light and the dark: all about Grey Jedi

Jedi represent all that is good and Sith represent all that is evil. However, in between those two ideologies is a grey area that takes the best of both worlds and creates the ideology of the Grey Jedi.

Ball State football: Early National Signing Day 2018

As soon as the 2017 season ended, Ball State football coaches shifted their minds on next year's team. Here's a list of Early National Signing Day commits who signed with the Cardinals. 

Muncie Police investigating drive-by shooting

Muncie Police Department is investigating a drive-by shooting that happened Tuesday night. 

Ball State stays unbeaten at home with 79-65 victory over North Florida

Ball State defeated North Florida 79-65 with the help of a stat sheet-stuffing performance from junior center Trey Moses, who finished the game with 15 points, 13 rebounds, five assists and a pair of blocks to go along with 7-9 shooting from the field.

South Park Season 21, Episode 9: “Super Hard PCness”

“Super Hard PCness” is one of season 21’s best episodes yet. It has a lot to offer people watching their first season of "South Park" but even more for those who have been with the show since the beginning. With plenty of allusions to the past and great commentary on what’s going on in the present, this episode is one that surely should not be missed.