Still closed: Prairie Creek Reservoir beach
The bi-partisan AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act aims to keep emergency information available to as wide an audience as possible. Indiana representative Victoria Spartz fully supports the bill.
Replay Spartz’s full appearance on “Delaware County Today” at WMUN Muncie.com.
Still closed: Prairie Creek Reservoir beach, closed by City of Muncie after testing indicated “elevated levels of microcystins, a toxin produced by blue-green algae.” A news release last week did not specify the duration of the closure, noting the reservoir will reopen when levels return to a safe range.
Ball State men’s volleyball head coach Donan Cruz has resigned after four seasons. He leaves with an 81-36 overall record and led the Cardinals to their first NCAA Tournament appearance in 20 years in 2022. Assistant coach Mike Iandolo has been named interim head coach.
During his regular social media update, Muncie mayor Dan Ridenour provided an update on the Dutch Bros. Coffee shop construction and made it clear he’s excited about its location across from the Muncie Mall.
Six federal lawsuits claim former criminal defendants in Henry County were sexually assaulted by a former community corrections official. The Star Press reports Jason Eric Bertram was fired in January 2022 and shot himself a year later shortly after being charged with 8 crimes including sexual misconduct. Henry County officials deny many of the new lawsuits’ allegations.
Anderson Indiana Main Street has awarded more than $3,800 in mini-grants to downtown businesses this year. The Herald Bulletin says the grants have supported projects including outdoor enhancements, lighting, signage and building restoration.
LEAD: President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” is what some lawmakers are calling a stepping stone. John Herrick reports.
The Indiana Fever’s WNBA All-Star Game Scavenger Hunt rolled through Muncie on Friday. Pacers director of corporate communications Eddie White said it’s just another way the two franchises can connect with their home state. FM White The scavenger hunt offers a pair of tickets to the first fan to arrive at a location with the correct answer to a women’s basketball trivia question.
A Delaware County man has been sentenced to two years in prison after being convicted on two counts of possession of child pornography. The Star Press reports Albany police were first alerted to 59-year-old Neil B. Cook’s activity by a family member in September 2018.
Joseph Romero, president and founder of The Shepards Heart and Hands, tells “Delaware County Today” the thinking behind his upcoming Muncie Walk and Pray.
Replay the full interview at WMUN Muncie.com.
