New Ball State men’s basketball coach Chris Capko’s whirlwind week leading into his hiring included the birth of a baby boy. He described the chaotic night leading into his first interview with Cardinals AD Jeff Mitchell on “Delaware County Today,” including a late night scouting session and an early morning wake-up call with his older son.
The Delaware County commissioners have suspended EMS director Mike Ashley for three days and EMA director John Coutinho indefinitely without pay. The Star Press says no reason was announced during Monday’s commissioners meeting, but the commissioners and their lawyer referred to an Indiana State Police investigation concerning internal theft by a county employee.
Ball State students participated in a unique fundraiser last week. The Star Press says members of the Sigma Nu fraternity and Phi Mu sorority, covered in protective trash bags, took whipped cream pies to the face to benefit the Animal Rescue Fund.
It’s Fan Appreciation Night for the Noblesville Boom. The team will host its final home game of the season tonight against the Cleveland Charge, and fans will receive a Boom rally towel, commemorative poster, discounts on concessions and merchandise and more. For more info, visit NoblesvilleBoom.com.
NTN Driveshaft is suing the Trump Administration over tariffs. The Herald Bulletin says NTN USA Corp. is seeking a full refund of all tariffs paid under the policy recently stuck down by the Supreme Court. NTN also announced this week it will close one of its Anderson production lines by 2028.
Executive director Zina Teague told the “Anderson Journal” morning show she’s looking for a diverse group of leaders.
The Leadership Academy of Madison County will begin accepting applications for the Class of 2026 next month.
The Madison County Board of Zoning Appeals has granted a special use exemption to Randy Scott for a company that recycles drywall for agricultural use to continue operations in Madison County. But The Herald Bulletin says the exemption prohibits new raw material being brought to the site.
The Jack Lutz Memorial Champions for CASA golf benefit will take place May 30 at Grandview Golf Course. Hosted by the Noon Exchange Club of Anderson and East Central Indiana Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children, you can register or donate at givebutter.com/lutzcasa2026.
The registration deadline for Indiana’s May 5 primary elections is April 6. If you’re unsure whether you’re currently registered to vote, you can check your status at indianavoters.com. Residents also can register to vote at that address.
Purdue men’s basketball is back in the Sweet 16, and you can hear all the action of tonight’s matchup against Texas on Oldies 101. Pre-game coverage begins at 6 p.m. with tip-off scheduled for 7:10 p.m. live from San Jose, California.
She’s not afraid of artificial intelligence and provided some examples of how the technology is helping her on a daily basis in her day job.
Community activist Kellie Kelly on Oldies 101’s “Anderson Talks”
Ball State baseball has a home series this weekend – check for times on our social media, and listen for broadcasts on WMUN.
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