Hear the Moment of the Ribbon Cutting, 06/11/26
And with that, the ribbon was cut, and the Delaware County Athletic Hall of Fame has opened a new physical display in downtown Muncie. The exhibit is located in the indoor walkway between the Horizon Convention Center and Courtyard by Marriott. It features sports memorabilia from 18 current and former high schools in the county.
An attack with brass knuckles left a 26-year-old Muncie woman with a broken neck, according to police. The Star Press says 44-year-old Paris L. Rowley Jr. has been arrested in connection with the incident on Muncie’s East Bartirome Street.
It’s summer break for many Ball State students, but second-year football coach Mike Uremovich tells WMUN’s “The Power Hour” things are still hopping in his offices as he prepares for the 2026 season.
This summer’s Albany Concert Series begins Saturday with the Indy Annies playing classic and new country hits at the Albany Amphitheater at 8 p.m. Future concerts will be held July 11, July 30, August 8 and September 12.
Data centers continue to be a hot topic nationally, and Madison County residents discussed the possibility of a moratorium during a Tuesday meeting. Activist Kellie Kelly was there, and tells “Anderson Talks” about the thinking behind a moratorium.
A 3-year-old Blackford County boy told investigators at Riley Hospital marks on his neck were caused by his mother’s boyfriend choking him. The Star Press says 21-year-old Kaden D. Schroeder admitted he grabbed the boy while changing his diaper and later apologized to the child.
Jason Donati shared in a public meeting yesterday that he’s resigned from the Muncie Sanitary District – his last day is this Friday. His new job will be with Hoosier Environmental Programs in a remote-work position.
First United Church will host a free Family Fun & Field Day at New Castle’s Baker Park on Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon at Shelter 1. Accelerate Disc Golf and the Arts Association of Henry County have partnered with the church for a relaxing day of games, art and community.
Anderson Community Schools’ D26 career center was one of just two schools in the state to receive Gold level certification from DECA. A student-run convenience store was submitted to earn the honor.
ACS communication director Brad Meadows explained on “The Anderson Journal.”
“Gardening for Wildlife” will be held Wednesday (June 17) at Ball State’s Environmental Education Center at 7 p.m. The free workshop is hosted by the Robert Cooper Audubon Society and is designed to teach residents how to use native plants and habitat design to create wildlife-friendly spaces.
Anderson University has named Matt Barreiro as its new women’s basketball head coach. Barreiro has 14 years of basketball coaching experience, including head coaching stints at Kansas’ Central Christian College and Canada’s The King’s University – where he coached men’s hoops.
Free World Cup outdoor watch parties at the Fishers Event Center plaza in Fishers, Indiana—tomorrow (June 12), Friday June 19, and June 25—featuring live screenings of USA matches, fan activities, food and drinks for purchase, and no ticket required – bring chairs and blankets. The outdoor events aim to create a high-energy, community viewing experience with large screens, giveaways, and a stadium-style atmosphere.
Location: Forum Credit Union Plaza at Fishers Event Center
Dates/Games:
June 12 – USA vs. Paraguay (9 p.m.)
June 19 – USA vs. Australia (3 p.m.)
June 25 – USA vs. Turkey (10 p.m.)
Setup: Outdoor venue—bring chairs/blankets
Extras: Big screens, fan activations, giveaways, food & drinks for purchase.
