Mary Freda
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Muncie's past includes zoos, a jet in the park, and more
For a 153-year-old city, Muncie has a deep, rich and sometimes weird history. → Read More
Ryan Groves: A lawyer and a triathlete, he likes variety
Whether it’s in his practice or his spare time, Ryan Groves likes variety. → Read More
Victoria Brewer: Every food creation serves as a window to the past
When she was 8 years old, Victoria Brewer learned how to make cinnamon rolls in her Aunt Timara’s cramped yet cozy kitchen. → Read More
Gabriel Winkle: He enjoys that 'it's always something different'
Helping others, especially those in smaller communities, has always been a passion for Gabriel Winkle. → Read More
Krista Sides: 'I'm a connector to yourself'
Krista Sides is a chameleon, a stylist, a volunteer and, most importantly, a lady boss. → Read More
David Heilman: Getting involved to improve quality of life
For David Heilman, being involved in the community is a matter of improving the quality of life. → Read More
Longest resident at Muncie Animal Care settles into his new home
For 304 days Thunder, a 4-year-old pit bull mix, sat in his cage, waiting for his new owner. → Read More
Muncie father and son duo fly, build model airplanes together
For a 14-year-old, Greyson Pritchett is reserved, modest and humble. When you ask about his success as a model airplane pilot, he shrugs it off. → Read More
Animal shelter cat coordinator overhauls foster program, creates new feline spaces
Over the last year, the cat program at Muncie Animal Care and Services has gotten a serious facelift. → Read More
IU Health BMH offers trauma injury training to Delaware, Jay and Blackford county schools
Delaware County schools are looking at new ways of being ready in the event of a disaster or tragedy. → Read More
Midway sales dominate attraction income at Delaware County Fair
Weather plays a big factor in financial success of Delaware County Fair. → Read More
'Faeries' have fluttered around Minnetrista for decades. And they're back this weekend.
Before fairy gardens were popular, Elisabeth Ball spent her afternoons frolicking in the garden at Oakhurst, her childhood home. → Read More
Muncie Children's Museum plans a night for the adults
VIP tickets for the Aug. 11 event are available until July 31. → Read More
Muncie Black Expo Celebration ‘like one big family reunion’
Since sixth grade, Tara Gudger has attended the Muncie Black Expo Celebration with her family. “It’s just something you do,” she said. → Read More
Monroe Central students travel to Peru, experience cultural immersion
The group of Spanish II-IV students started their near-week-long journey in Lima, Perú, the country’s capital. → Read More
13 Muncie street names preserve pieces of city’s history
Though some city streets were named to attract residents, others carry on the legacy of Muncie’s history. → Read More
Shark Week comes to Muncie museum, library
But no, you won't need a bigger boat for these activities. → Read More
Cyclists can gear up for tours, racing, food and fun at Muncie Bike Fest
Since 2016, the greenway has hosted Bike Fest to get people on the Cardinal and White River greenways. → Read More
Longtime 4-Her continues working with animals beyond the show arena
Ever since Natalie Beach was 6 years old, her mom, Sarah, knew her daughter loved animals and 4-H. → Read More
4-H helps kids, calves and piglets mature
For many families, summer vacation is associated with beaches. But for 15-year-old Jennifer Bennett, 4-H is better than Florida. → Read More