What a whirlwind for Chris Capko, new head men’s basketball coach at Ball State
his current team’s conference tournament was next
then the Cards called
as those conversations continued, he had more work to do
that from WMUN’s Power Hour Friday. Capko joins us Tueaday morning at 8:06 a.m. from Studio B on WMUN’s Delaware County Today, then WMUN will carry a 3 p.m. press conference with his official introduction, and a 4 p.m. special edition of the Power Hour with Mark Foester at 4 p.m. from the BSU Alumni Center.
Lapel and Liberty Christian heart-breaking losses in the final seconds, and Delta and Monroe Central also were eliminated Saturday in the semi-state semifinals as the area boys basketball season came to and end.
In some respects, Ball State men’s volleyball coach Mike Iandolo told WMUN’s “This Week in Ball State Sports” his first season has flown by. But the postseason is where the Cardinals’ goals truly lie.
Still about three weeks away of regular season remains.
It’s now confirmed – the Muncie location of MCL Restaurant is closing after this Sunday (March 29), as well as multiple locations in central Indiana, and elsewhere. IBJ shared the news Friday.
What began in 1910 when a group of Muncie women started meeting, the current location on Charles St. no longer meets the community’s growing needs, according to a release – the YWCA Central Indiana officially finalized its purchase of the former Garfield Elementary School on Friday.
The organization will transform the historic building into a hub for expanded programming focused on economic stability, housing support, neighborhood resources, and educational opportunities for children. This new space will create pathways to safety and opportunity for women and families.
“Today is long overdue and marks a pivotal step forward for our organization and the communities we serve,” said Dr. Kiesha Warren-Gordon, Chair of the YWCA Central Indiana Board of Directors. “Garfield has long served as a place of learning and connection. We are honored to carry that legacy forward by creating a hub of opportunity and support for women, children, and families.”
The building’s previous owner, Muncie Housing Authority, has long been a community anchor working to support housing stability and strong neighborhoods. These goals closely align with YWCA Central Indiana’s mission. This transition allows the space to continue serving the neighborhood while expanding services that strengthen families and support children’s education.
“Projects like this demonstrate what is possible when organizations committed to housing stability come together with a shared vision,” said Curtisa Goodwin, Chief Executive Officer of the Muncie Housing Authority. “When housing partners invest collectively in solutions, we build pathways toward long-term community sustainability.”
This represents Phase One of a multi-phase project and the organization’s first-ever capital campaign, “Yes, ME!”, which launched in the fall of 2025.
Early financial supporters include the George and Frances Ball Foundation, Mayor Dan Ridenour and the City of Muncie, the Patricia Shaefer Trust, and the Ball Brothers Foundation. Their contributions made the purchase possible and demonstrated strong community support.
YWCA Central Indiana serves women and their children across Delaware, Blackford, Jay, Henry, Randolph, Grant, and Madison counties. It is the smallest YWCA in Indiana, yet it has an outsized impact in restoring lives. Some facts include:
1 to 3 months is the average length of stay for many women and their families
• Nearly half of those served are under the of age 17
• 30 percent of women served are over age 70
“Homelessness is not the individual,” said WaTasha Barnes Griffin, CEO of YWCA Central Indiana. “It is a moment in time. We are the safety net that catches women and their children at what is often their darkest hour. The work we do lifts not just a family, but the entire community.”
The shelter is just one part of YWCA Central Indiana’s work. Its programming provides life-changing services, from teaching essential skills such as personal finance to providing transitional housing support. The organization also offers youth programming that supports children’s well-being early in life, including access to free books and leadership development opportunities for teenagers.
March is National Nutrition Month, and Second Harvest Food Bank president and CEO Bekah Clawson told “Delaware County Today” the food bank is constantly seeking ways to provide more nutritious food
At the center of restructuring is the shut down CBS News Radio, effective May 22. The move eliminates all positions within the division and affects approximately 700 affiliated stations nationwide that have relied on its newscasts and reporting, marking the end of an era for one of the industry’s most historic news services. CBS News is undergoing layoffs affecting about 6% of its workforce.
A motorcycle crash early Friday morning killed a Middletown man who Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies believe collided with the dump trailer of a pickup truck. The crash happened in the 1200 block of South County Road 800 West, and the motorcycle operator was pronounced dead at the scene.
Spring has sprung, and the YMCA of Madison County is looking forward to a big outdoor event designed to support cancer survivors and continue to take the fight to cancer. CEO Clark Simpson
From the Oldies 101 “Anderson Journal” morning show.
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