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Muncie, Ind. – The Land Conservation Fund project has secured over 300 acres of land in East Central Indiana. The fund was created to preserve and protect important conservation and recreation areas throughout Delaware County or those owned by Delaware County organizations. A partnership between The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc., Ball Brother’s Foundation and the George and Francis Ball Foundation formed, and the fund developed in 2013 to capture matching donations of land or dollars from…

Indianapolis, IN— Lt. Governor Eric Holcomb today unveiled the names of more than 2,000 Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay torchbearers during a press conference at the Indiana Statehouse. “The 2,000 plus Hoosiers selected as torchbearers embody the Indiana traditions of service, civic pride, community involvement and volunteerism,” said Lt. Governor Holcomb. “As we reflect on Indiana’s first two hundred years, it is only fitting that we celebrate Hoosiers who serve as inspirations in their communities.” Dale Basham, one of Delaware County’s torchbearers, was…

MUNCIE—Ball Brothers Foundation (BBF), marking its 90th anniversary in November, has awarded more than $2.2 million in grants to 21 organizations primarily located in Muncie, Delaware County, and East Central Indiana. With a nod to history, the grants support programs and projects that reflect the interests and priorities of BBF’s founders. “The dollars have escalated but the focus is the same,” says Jud Fisher, BBF president and chief operating officer. “As an example, one of the Foundation’s earliest grants in…

MUNCIE, IN—The Delta Phi Chapter of Kappa, Kappa, Kappa, Inc. recently distributed $9,000 in grants and scholarships. Grants of $250 to $500 each were awarded to nonprofit organizations that fit the goals of Tri Kappa, which are to promote culture, charity and education within the community. Recipients of this year’s Charitable Grants are East Washington Academy, Ball State University Guardian Scholars Program, Whitely Community Council, Muncie Symphony Orchestra, Children’s Clothing Center, Muncie Civic Theatre and Harvest Soup Kitchen. Scholarships of…

By: Jonathan Taube, Cadet in Charge— MUNCIE, IN- On Friday, June 3rd, The Salvation Army and Concannon’s Bakery are teaming up to observe National Donut Day and express appreciation for the support of the Muncie community. Concannon’s Bakery will be dishing out free donuts to thank customers at both of their store locations, as well as offering donuts on sale for 30 cents each. Staff and volunteers from The Salvation Army will be on hand at each store to collect…

Panoramic photos taken by race’s first official photographer in May 1911 Indianapolis—The countdown is on to the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, and the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) is marking the occasion with four historic panoramic images, now available to the public online. The panoramic images date back to the inaugural running of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race on May 30, 1911. Taken by Charles F. Bretzman, the race’s first official photographer, two of the surviving panoramic images feature…