December 19, 2023
Ball State University, Taylor University and Earlham College Receive College and Community Collaboration Grants from Lilly Endowment
Three higher education institutions in East Central Indiana have received grants from the Lilly Endowment Inc. to support community development projects. Ball State University received a grant of $35 million which will support the University’s ambitious,…
November 14, 2023
Funding for Expansion of Trails in East Central Indiana Part of $5 Million Awarded by Ball Brothers Foundation
Ball Brothers Foundation approved 36 grants totaling $5 million in its second and final round of grants for 2023. The grants remain aligned with the foundation’s dedication to place-based grantmaking. Two significant grants have been…
October 18, 2023
Falling for Fun: Exploring East Central Indiana’s Best Fall Activities
As the crisp air and vibrant colors of autumn settle in around us, there’s no shortage of festive activities to get you into the fall mood. Whether you’re a fan of apple orchards, corn mazes,…
September 18, 2023
New Canoe and Kayak Launches Planned in City of Muncie
Over the next several years, five new launches are scheduled to be constructed along the White River in Muncie, allowing for canoeing, kayaking, and tubing from the city’s east to west gateways. The addition of…
September 13, 2023
Cook Family Education Center Opens at Prairie Creek Reservoir
Individuals gathered to cut the ribbon at the brand-new Cook Family Education Center at Prairie Creek Reservoir. Once an unheated building without restrooms, the Reservoir Office has now been transformed into a natural history museum,…
July 20, 2023
Groundbreaking Ceremony Celebrates the Start of Construction on the YMCA Facility in Muncie
The city and YMCA of Muncie joined hands Tuesday, July 18 to commemorate the groundbreaking ceremony for the new facility that will be a vibrant addition to the McKinley-Whitely Live Learn Neighborhood project. This groundbreaking…
June 5, 2023
‘More Love’ Mural Currently Being Painted On Future Choices Building in South Muncie
The 8twelve Coalition and MuncieArts are proud to announce a public arts project in south Muncie—a mural to be painted on the Future Choices building located at 905 S. Walnut St. The project is the…
April 24, 2023
YMCA Announces ‘Strong Futures’ Capital Campaign for New Downtown Facility
The YMCA of Muncie announced their capital campaign for a new facility, located on the campus of Muncie Central High School, that reaches into the community, leveraging partnerships with Muncie Community Schools, IU Health Ball…
April 20, 2023
Ball State University Ranked by Forbes Among America’s ‘Best Midsize Employers’
Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. The popular business magazine recently released its 2023 “America’s Best Midsize Employers” list, a ranking of…