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Fireworks Convention to Make Some Noise in Muncie
Fireworks in Muncie this week. A gathering called Elevate 2026 will include convention visitors doing demonstrations of pyro for selling-demonstrations, at the Muncie Fairgrounds. You are going to hear multiple loud fireworks going off. The schedule shared by the Fair Board, as approved by the City of Muncie: Today (Ap...
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WMUN Local News Summary, 04/07/26
Michigan wins. The Anderson Township Trustee's office hosted a fact-finding meeting last week as part of the state attorney general's investigation into Mounds Mobile Home Park. The Herald Bulletin says residents' concerns include upkeep, water issues and a lack of clear communication with ownership. Winchester Main St...
Apr 07, 2026
Big Bucks for BSU
Ball State AD Jeff Mitchell on last week's One Ball State Day He estimated the athletic department took in more than $470,000 in donations, about $90,000 more than 2025. At a meeting Friday morning covered exclusively by WMUN Radio news, President Geoffrey Mearns said the total pledged that day was just under $1.5 mill...
Apr 06, 2026
How is the Date for Easter Determined? An Astronomer Explains
Ever wonder how the date for Easter is calculated each year? "The Backyard Astronomer" Gary Boyle - Replay the full interview at WMUN Muncie.com. The Delaware Country Club has worked in partnership with Ball State's men's and women's golf programs to upgrade the facilities for student-athletes. BSU president ...
Apr 03, 2026
WMUN Local News Summary, 04/02/26
Delaware County's new vote centers will get their first workout soon with the primary elections looming on May 5. League of Women Voters of Muncie-Delaware County spokesperson Linda Hanson From WMUN's "Delaware County Today." Shanta Schmiesing suffered serious injuries after her Jeep was hit during a high-spe...
Apr 02, 2026
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Ball State CBER Research Examines Economic Patterns Linked to Local Renewable Energy Restrictions in Indiana
By Dr. Michael J. Hicks- MUNCIE, IN- A new policy brief from Ball State University's Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) examines how county-level restrictions on utility-scale wind and solar development in Indiana are associated with employment, gross domestic product, and local public revenue. Published ...
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Art for the People: Muncie To Celebrate Eight Public Artworks on April 24-25
By Tania Said- MUNCIE, IN - The Muncie Arts and Culture Council invites the community to celebrate eight extraordinary public artworks with six celebrations during the Art for the People: Public Art Celebration Weekend on April 24-25, 2026. This historic milestone showcases place-based, forward-thinking installations t...
Apr 07, 2026
'America at 250' Exhibit Now Open at Minnetrista
By Brea Cunningham- MUNCIE, IN- What does it mean to be an American? Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites visitors to explore this question in America at 250: Reflections on Community, on view through October 25, 2026, in the Center Building's Gallery 2. As part of the nation's 250th anniversary, this interactive ...
Apr 07, 2026
Hugh Jackman, Award-Winning Actor, to Address Ball State University's Class of 2026
By Ball State Communications- MUNCIE, IN - Actor, producer, and philanthropist Hugh Jackman will address Ball State University's Class of 2026 at the University's Spring Commencement ceremony. Ball State will confer approximately 2,800 doctoral, specialist, master's, and baccalaureate degrees during the University-wid...
Apr 07, 2026
