Best Western is the place to stay when in Muncie

By Ball State Daily Advertising / June 6, 2019

Attention all students and parents of students! Are you visiting Muncie or Ball State for the summer, family weekend, or even a football game? Be sure to stay at Best Western for convenience and fun! We all know how important location is, especially when it comes to what hotel you are staying at. Best Western realizes this, which is why we are located close to both Ball State University and great restaurants and shopping locations, allowing you to visit both campus and city life!

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NEWS

Indianapolis Colts' Leonard, Desir greet fans at Muncie Central

By Jake Helmen and Rohith Rao / June 5, 2019

“Amazing” and “great” were some words used by Indianapolis Colts fans gathered in Muncie Central to meet two of the team’s players.

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SOCCER

Ball State Soccer head coach resigns

By Staff Reports / June 4, 2019

After nine seasons in the position, Ball State's head soccer coach announced his resignation last month, according to a Ball State Sports press release.

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CAMPUS

Ball State's planetarium announces lunar-themed free shows for the summer

By Staff Reports / June 3, 2019

Summer at Ball State might be a time with fewer students on campus, orientation tours and conferences, but the planetarium still has events scheduled, mostly revolving around the theme of the 50th anniversary of the first manned lunar landing.

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Brightburn’ is a terrifying take on a classic character

By Anthony Herring / June 2, 2019

 By wholly delivering on its premise on an evil Superman-like character, 'Brightburn' provides an entertaining experience that will shock audiences 

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Team Sonic Racing’ displays the real superpower of teamwork

By David Kurzendoerfer / June 2, 2019

 Overall, 'Team Sonic Racing' is perfect for those who love kart  racing games.

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum’ raises the bar beyond expectations

By Daniel O’Connell / May 31, 2019

 'John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum' provides more of what fans of the  action genre love, with adrenaline pumping, exciting action.

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ENTERTAINMENT

A second serving of Carly Rae Jepsen’s pure, lovesick pop is what to expect with ‘Dedicated’

By Jack Gillespie / May 31, 2019

 While an underwhelming second half does take a bit away from the glory  of the best moments, Carly Rae Jepsen has proven that she can still  craft amazing pop music in her own charming, charismatic way.  

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ENTERTAINMENT

Review: ‘Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Vento Aureo’ Episode 30: “Green Day and Oasis, Part 1”

By Katherine Simon / May 31, 2019

  Between the nonstop action, impactful character moments, and accidental  Fruits Basket subtitles from Crunchyroll, this is one of the most  unforgettable episodes in all of Jojo. 

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NEWS

In the midst of selling store, Juniper owner reflects on business in the Village

By Rohith Rao / May 31, 2019

The Oxford, Ohio-based store which opened its doors in the Village five years ago, is selling its store as a “turnkey business.”

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INDYCAR

From one generation to next, Indy 500 remains part of Markle family

By Zach Piatt / May 31, 2019

Larry Markle had to sit his then-8-year-old son Quentin down in 2011. He had a message for him.

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NEWS

News of closure draws Ball State, Muncie communities in support of Pita Pit

By Rohith Rao / May 30, 2019

Since 2018, John and Dee Martin have been riding their bikes from home to stop by the one place in the Village they said caters to their low-carb dietary needs.

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FOOTBALL

New Muncie Central head football coach balances work, Ball State education

By Rohith Rao / May 30, 2019

Coach Lee said he was “excited” and “blessed” to be taking up his new gig as head football coach of Muncie Central’s football team. But in the sidelines, he balances his other schedule — being a student at Ball State.

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NEWS

Suspect in house party shooting pleads not guilty on attempted murder charge

By Staff Reports / May 29, 2019

The suspect arrested in the shooting incident at a house party that killed one and injured six people has pleaded not guilty to a felony charge.

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SOCCER

Northside, Southside middle schools to begin soccer programs

By Rohith Rao / May 29, 2019

Students at the Northside and Southside middle schools might soon be wearing shin guards, pulling up their socks and tying up their shoe laces to play soccer this coming school year.

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NEWS

EF-2 tornado leaves damage in Pendleton, IN

By Emily Harless / May 28, 2019

An EF-2 tornado with winds ranging between 111-135 MPH went through Pendleton Monday night causing extensive damage to the small town.

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MUNCIE ORIGINS

Muncie Origins: Crossfit White River builds fitness, community

By Demi Lawrence / May 28, 2019

The 9 a.m. sunshine beat down on several Crossfitters running from the corner of Dicks and North Streets to University and Dicks Streets for their first of three warm up sets.

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NEWS

Tornadoes carve a path through Ohio and Indiana; 1 killed

By Associated Press / May 28, 2019

A swarm of apparent tornadoes so tightly packed that one crossed the path carved by another tore across Indiana and Ohio overnight, smashing homes and blowing out windows. One person was killed and dozens were injured.

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OPINION

Chai: School is not a war zone

By Adam Valdman / May 28, 2019

I feel lucky because I was not killed in a school shooting. In 2019, students attending the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, STEM School Highlands Ranch in Colorado, Savannah State University in Georgia, and many more were not.

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INDYCAR

Kyle Kaiser up for challenge of starting 33rd, making history

By Zach Piatt / May 26, 2019

Sunday, Kyle Kaiser provided what may be the biggest storyline of the month of May to this point. Now that he’s in the field for the Indy 500, what’s next?