Rhonda Ward makes strides in promoting diversity in Muncie Community Schools

By Taylor Smith / April 21, 2021

At the bottom of every email she sends, Rhonda Ward closes with a quote from Vice President Kamala Harris: “Our unity is our strength, and diversity is our power.” As assistant principal of Muncie Central High School and Muncie Community Schools’ (MCS) newest director of diversity, Ward starts every day with the power of diversity pushing her forward and the goal to ensure equality and equity for all MCS community members. 

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ATHLETICS

The circle of life: One decision at age 6 shaped Haven Fields into more than an athlete

By Ian Hansen / April 21, 2021

Rewind to when Fields was 6 years old. One decision he made as a child influenced much of who he is today — giving him the opportunity to share his thoughts as a father and be there for his wife and kids.

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WEATHER

More mixed precipitation this evening

By Hope Kleitsch / April 21, 2021

Weather Forecaster Hope Kleitsch is tracking more mixed precipitation moving through the area this evening, another round of below freezing lows, and a warm up next week.

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NEWS

Ball State students react to the Derek Chauvin verdict and discuss further necessary actions

By Emily Harless / April 20, 2021

Tuesday, at around 5 p.m. EST, jurors for the Derek Chauvin trial reconvened and released their verdict, ruling Chauvin as guilty on all three counts.

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SOFTBALL

Ball State Softball breaks even in doubleheader with Miami (Ohio)

By Charleston Bowles / April 20, 2021

Ball State (22-11, 16-1 MAC) split its road doubleheader against Miami (Ohio) (27-7. 17-1 MAC) Tuesday evening. Each team entered the matchup undefeated in Mid-American Conference play and atop the conference standings.

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WEATHER

Let it snow! Imminent April snow tonight ahead of COLD Wednesday

By Maddi Johnson / April 20, 2021

Assistant Chief Weather Forecaster Maddi Johnson is tracking accumulating snow and a hard freeze overnight, as well as tricky travel conditions for Wednesday morning. 

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NEWS

Derek Chauvin found guilty on all three charges

By Staff Reports / April 20, 2021

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty on all three charges on April 20.

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NEWS

Muncie Community Schools introduces hands-on learning program to elementary and middle schools

By Mackenzie Rupp / April 20, 2021

Crime scene examination usually isn’t part of eighth-grade curricula, but Muncie Community Schools (MCS) students have the opportunity to explore it and other topics as the district expands Project Lead The Way (PLTW) into all grades one through eight.

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COMMUNITIES

Muncie Public Library hosts virtual book club for horror fans

By Nigel Meyer / April 20, 2021

To unwind for the evening, Hannah Moody, circulation department manager at Kennedy Library, opens her copy of “The Ballad of Black Tom” to her favorite bookmark with blood-red lettering, which reads “Papercuts: an Adult Horror Book Club.” 

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WEATHER

Wintery conditions now but a warm up later

April 20, 2021

Wintery conditions now, but a warm up is on the way for the weekend. 

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NEWS

Muncie Community Schools staff members discuss a unique program for gifted students

By Grace McCormick / April 20, 2021

When Cindy Miller’s son, David Miller, was in kindergarten, she took him to the Levi Coffin House in Fountain City, Indiana, to learn more about the Underground Railroad and its history in Indiana. In school activities, David Miller, now 10 years old, participates in math bowls and writing camps as a student in Muncie Community Schools’ (MCS) High Ability Program.

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NEWS

Anonymous Instagram page documents Ball State's geese adventures

By Madeline Kerr / April 19, 2021

It’s springtime and the Instagram page @ball_state_honkers has been documenting the goslings appearing all over Ball State’s campus. 

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WEATHER

Late season snow coming

By Natasha Leland / April 19, 2021

Snow and freezing temperatures are on the way, and Weather Forecaster Natasha Leland has the latest.

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NEWS

Ball State senior, Indianapolis community gather to mourn victims of FedEx mass shooting

By Maya Wilkins / April 19, 2021

Brandon Smith, 21, stood just below the steps at Monument Circle in Indianapolis on April 18, with a megaphone in his hand, his voice shaking and his eyes filled with tears. Surrounded by his family, friends and strangers, Smith told the story of his younger sister Karli.

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CAMPUS

Immersed in Deaf culture

By Nicole Thomas / April 19, 2021

When Stacy Steggs was about 8 years old, her grandmother was her first student she taught sign language to.

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SOFTBALL

Ball State Softball off to best MAC start in program history with another series sweep

By Charleston Bowles / April 18, 2021

The strongest start to Mid-American Conference play in program history. That statement holds true for Ball State (21-10, 15-0 MAC) after its fourth consecutive conference series sweep versus Akron (3-27, 2-14 MAC) over the weekend.

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VOLLEYBALL

Ball State’s 2021 season comes to a close in MIVA Semifinal loss against Lewis

By Evan Weaver / April 18, 2021

Saturday night marked the end of an era for Ball State Men’s Volleyball. Ending a 31-year career, Joel Walton spent his final few hours as head coach of the Cardinals. 

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SOCCER

Ball State Soccer unable to piece together comeback against Bowling Green in MAC Championship game

By Charleston Bowles / April 18, 2021

Ball State (6-3-1) suffered a 2-1 loss against Bowling Green (6-1) Saturday evening in the MAC Championship game. In a rematch from 2018, the Cardinals failed to match the Falcons' scoring pace in the second half to secure the victory. 

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OPINION

Past the Press Box: More than a game

By Connor Smith / April 16, 2021

 I miss the ballpark, the food, the fans and the uncertainty that comes with every game. It was tough not relying on something that got me through many summers. While I miss the ballpark and can’t wait to return, I was able to take a step back and appreciate some of the little things in life, from dad’s steak on the grill to long hikes with my mom.