Free annual program engages East Central Indiana middle and high school students through hands-on learning, local business partnerships, and career exploration. By Lesley DeVoss- MUNCIE, IN - Ivy Tech Community College recently hosted 28 area middle and high school students at the John and Janice Fisher Building for i...

By Dr. Jeff Bird- MUNCIE, IN-I had the privilege to interview 5 leaders from the Industry neighborhood recently. These influencers have made a substantial impact in this area of our city. First, I met with Joy Ridiger, the executive director of Urban Light Community Development. The organization works at "Buildin...

By Emma Dragoo, Assistant Director of Childcare Resources, BY5- MUNCIE, IN-When people think about preparing children for school, they often picture flashcards, alphabet songs, and early literacy activities. But one of the strongest predictors of a child's future success is something much simpler: A conversation. Not a...

By Kallie Sulanke- MUNCIE, IN- A $4 million READI 2.0 Arts and Culture Award will support the Downtown Renewal: Creative Corridor and Connections project in Muncie, Ind. The grant is part of a $65 million statewide investment led by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) in partnership with the Indiana A...