ENVIRONMENT
Muncie shifts to bagless recycling program
By Meghan Braddy / November 25, 2024Muncie’s new recycling program improves waste collection with 96-gallon toters.
Muncie’s new recycling program improves waste collection with 96-gallon toters.
Republicans swept the local elections in Delaware County, with Indiana Representative Sue Errington being the only Democratic candidate to win a race in the county.
Ball State University and the Indiana Immunization Coalition offer flu shots and other vaccines while addressing barriers like transportation and cost.
Based out of their store on Granville Avenue, Pumpkin Pulp sells hand-creafted horror masks year round.
Ball State University’s new Benny Buddies initiative addresses a critical issue on college campuses: international students struggle to find a sense of belonging.
Students can access seasonal affective disorder support through Ball State’s services and local community resources in Muncie.
Muncie’s restaurant Legacy Village opened its doors to judicial candidates Kim Dowling (D) and Andrew Ramirez (R) to provide a space for community members to learn about the candidates in a forum organized by Muncie’s National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
Ball State University is one of the few college campuses that does not prevent underclassmen from having cars on campus, regardless of graduating class. Despite the option for all to have a car on campus, it is not a feasible reality for everyone.
The new changes require a base of 42 credits where students are required to complete a series of required courses, including but not limited to seven semesters of English, seven credits of math, seven credits of “science, technology and engineering,” and five social studies credits. Students have the option to pursue “seals” or forms of additional education. The seals are “enrollment,” “enlistment and service” and “employment,” with each seal having an “honors” or “honors plus” option.
Candidate Andrew Ramirez discusses his position on how to address the juvenile crime rate in Delaware County during the Circuit Court 2 judicial forum at Legacy Village restaurant on Sept. 12. Ramirez, currently a Trial Deputy at the Delaware County Prosecutor's Office, brings over a decade of legal experience and community involvement to his candidacy. Meghan Braddy, DN
Incumbent Kim Dowling talks about juvenile crime trends in Delaware County during the Circuit Court 2 judicial forum at Legacy Village restaurant on Sept. 12. Dowling explained she was qualified for the judge position due to her practicing law for 27 years before being elected as the Circuit Court 2 judge in 2012. Meghan Braddy, DN
Chair of Muncie Resists Sarah Vitale stands at the podium during the Circuit 2 judicial forum at Legacy Village restaurant on Sept. 12. She asked the candidates about the effectiveness of the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI). Meghan Braddy, DN
Special guest SGA Sen. Shaina Miller discusses how to get involved with 500 Festival Princess Program. Meghan Braddy, DN
Ball State Student Government Association (SGA) tickets, Elevate and Adams and Angel, debate their ticket’s platform points. The presidential debate will be Feb. 13 and the vice presidential debate is Feb. 15. Meghan Braddy, DN
