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Montpelier Speedway comes to life at sunset, as fans gather for a night of dirt track racing and community tradition.
May 7, 2026

Rediscovering East Central Indiana: A Region Built on Speed

In Indiana, racing isn’t just a pastime—it’s part of the culture. From dirt tracks to paved ovals—and even straight-line drag strips—the sound of engines and the energy of race day have long been woven into…
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Nursing students in a clinical area learn the ropes from an instructor.
April 28, 2026

Ball Brothers Foundation Grantee Spotlight: Ivy Tech Muncie Building Programs That Keep Pace with the Workforce

MUNCIE, IN — Walk into almost any hospital, manufacturing floor, or tech office in East Central Indiana, and chances are you’ll find someone who got their start at Ivy Tech Community College. As the largest…
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People enjoy downtown Muncie during the 2025 October Artswalk.
April 22, 2026

A Strong Creative Community, Coming Together

by Jessica Shrout, Circle Three Branding Muncie is home to a strong and growing creative community. Creativity is abundant in Muncie and Delaware County. It shows up in the classrooms of Ball State University and…
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Ivy Tech’s $4.8B Impact: Strengthening Indiana’s Economy and Quality of Life
April 20, 2026

More Than a Degree: How Ivy Tech is Strengthening Lives, Communities—and Indiana’s Economy

What makes a community a great place to live? It’s more than just jobs or wages—it’s opportunity. It’s the ability to build a future, stay close to home, and create a life that feels stable,…
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Brinley Byler, 19, opened Rustic Roast coffee shop last month in downtown Pennville. Byler designed her store with a rustic theme in mind. She plans to bring aspects of her faith into her business, including serving cups inscribed with Bible verses. (The Commercial Review/Bailey Call)
April 8, 2026

Small Town, Big Vision: How Two 19-Year-Old Entrepreneurs Are Revitalizing Pennville

In the heart of Jay County, something special is brewing—literally and figuratively. Two 19-year-old entrepreneurs are not only launching businesses, but also breathing new life into their hometown. Through passion, creativity, and a deep respect…
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Ball Brothers Foundation
November 7, 2020

Ball Brothers Foundation awards over $6 million in grants

In its final round of grants for the year, Ball Brothers Foundation awarded more than $6 million to local nonprofits, schools, workforce development organizations and other entities, demonstrating the foundation’s commitment to helping local organizations…
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