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Megan Rapinoe of the United States scores the teams first goal from a penalty during the Women International Friendly between Sweden and the U.S. at Friends Arena on April 10, 2021 in Solna, Sweden. (Linnea Rheborg/Getty Images/TNS)

Associated Press: Relieved Americans escape and move on at the Women's World Cup

By Associated Press / August 1, 2023

AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — The Americans came into the Women’s World Cup as the two-time defending champions and tournament favorites. By the end of the group stage, they are relieved to still be in the competition. “That was stressful. I was like (expletive),” said United States star Megan Rapinoe, using a curse word to describe her emotions after the team squeezed into the knockout stage with a 0-0 draw against Portugal on Tuesday.

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PEÑA NAMED SOFTBALL HEAD COACH

Helen Peña selected as Ball State Softball head caoch

By Staff Reports / July 31, 2023

As associate head coach at Middle Tennessee State University, Peña led the Blue Raiders to their second-ever Conference USA Tournament title. This gave the team a berth in the NCAA Tuscaloosa Regional Final. Before being defeated in the regional by fifth-seed Alabama, the Blue Raiders won three regional games. This is the most wins in a regional by a Conference USA team since 2014. 

Addie Chester waives during introductions of a Louisville soccer game. Addie Chester, photo provided
WOMEN'S PROFESIONAL SOCCER

Addie Chester: How one small decision led to big achievements

By Zach Carter / July 31, 2023

Since she was three years old, Addie Chester’s life was lived through the game of soccer. “I feel like as a kid, it's just kind of what you're good at,” she said. “If you're good at something, you'll keep doing it.” But when she was about to attend Delta High School, she was on the cusp of being done. “Anybody who's played a sport for that long gets burnt out at different times,” she said.

Willard Street and Hackley Street where the shooting took place. Multiple were injured in the shooting. Elijah Poe, DN
LOCAL NEWS

Multiple people were shot late last night on Hackley and Willard

By Staff Reports / July 30, 2023

Delaware County 911 Dispatch received a call for multiple people shot in the area of S. Hackley St. and E. Willard St. at 1:14 a.m. on July 30, according to a City of Muncie press release. One 30-year-old male has been confirmed deceased. The Muncie Police Department along with Muncie Fire/EMS responded to the scene, the initial information was that there was a large party at this location. 

Ian Walters, spokesman for the American Conservative Union, confirmed that Trump will be speaking at the group's annual Conservative Political Action Conference on Feb. 28. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
NATIONAL NEWS

Associated Press: With Trump newly indicted, here's what to know about the documents case and what’s next

By Associated Press / July 29, 2023

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on three additional charges in a case that accuses him of illegally possessing classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate, allegations that add fresh detail to the criminal case initially issued last month. Here’s a look at the charges, the special counsel’s investigation and how Trump’s case differs from those of other politicians known to be in possession of classified documents:

LOCAL NEWS

He Built This City: The Muncie Architecture of Cuno Kibele

By Staff Reports / July 28, 2023

The E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center is hosting He Built This City: The Muncie Architecture of Cuno Kibele on Aug. 4 from 10 to 11 a.m., according to a report. The program will tell the story of Kibele’s architectural impact on the city and his connection to Muncie's history with his drawings, photographs, maps and other resources. 

NATIONAL NEWS

Associated Press: UPS reaches tentative contract with 340,000 unionized workers, potentially dodging calamitous strike

By Associated Press / July 26, 2023

NEW YORK (AP) — UPS has reached a tentative contract with its 340,000-person union, potentially averting a strike that threatened to disrupt package deliveries for millions of businesses and households nationwide. The agreement was announced Tuesday, the first day that UPS and the Teamsters returned to the table after contentious negotiations broke down earlier this month. Negotiators had already reached tentative agreements on several issues but continued to clash over pay for part-time workers, who make up more than half of the UPS employees represented by the union.

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the recent mass shootings, imploring Congress to act to pass laws to combat the proliferation of gun violence from the Cross Hall of the White House on Thursday, June 2, 2022, in Washington, D.C. (Kent Nishimura/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
NATIONAL NEWS

Associated Press: The Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to boost mental health coverage

By Associated Press / July 25, 2023

The new regulations, which still need to go through a public comment period, would require insurers to study whether their customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take remedial action, if necessary. The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act requires that insurers provide the same level of coverage for both mental and physical health care — though the administration and advocates argue insurers' policies restrict patient access.

LOCAL NEWS

Groundbreaking ceremony celebrates the start of construction on the YMCA facility in Muncie

By Staff Reports / July 24, 2023

The City of Muncie and the YMCA broke ground on a new facility on July 18. The project will be an addition to the McKinley-Whitely Live Learn Neighborhood project, according to the report. The project is getting completed with the support of multiple donors including $1 million in Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative Funding (READI). The YMCA will be located adjacent to Muncie Central High School, and the 73,000-square-foot facility will offer a number of recreational opportunities. 

The Power Of Authenticity And Transparency In Fundraising

July 24, 2023

Fundraisers may invest in the most outstanding graphic designs, organize eye-catching events and so on – which are all great, by the way – but much may not be actualized if two attributes are missing. The two attributes are authenticity and transparency, and they have kept many non-profits going for years.

A Comprehensive Guide to Litigation Finance

July 24, 2023

Are you interested in improving your access to justice through litigation finance? Litigation finance can be a great tool for those seeking to supplement the costs of a legal battle

NATIONAL NEWS

Associated Press: A UPS strike could be just around the corner. Here's what you need to know

By Associated Press / July 23, 2023

NEW YORK (AP) — The clock is ticking. As the deadline to reach a new contract nears, a potential UPS strike feels closer than ever. Negotiations broke down earlier this month and unionized workers have been holding rallies and practice pickets across the country. The Teamsters, which represent more than half of the company's workforce, will resume talks with UPS on Tuesday. That leaves less than a week to come to an agreement before the current contract expires on Monday, July 31. The union has authorized a strike and Sean M. O'Brien, a fiery leader elected last year to lead the union, has vowed to do so if their demands aren't met.

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