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Freshman setter Michael Wright sets the ball March 4, 2020, at the Covelli Center in Columbus, Ohio. The Buckeyes lost 1-3 to the Cardinals. Jacob Musselman, DN

Jenness, Szews guide Ball State in win over Ohio State

Don’t ask sophomore outside attacker Kaleb Jenness about a “sophomore slump.” Leading Ball State Men’s Volleyball in kills with 233 this season — 49 more than his freshman year — Jenness’ 20 Wednesday helped give the Cardinals a 3-1 victory over Ohio State. 



Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden speaks, next to his wife Jill during a primary election night rally Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Biden claims 9 Super Tuesday victories, including Texas

A resurgent Joe Biden scored victories from Texas to Massachusetts on Super Tuesday, revitalizing a presidential bid that was teetering on the edge of disaster just days earlier. But his rival Bernie Sanders seized the biggest prize with a win in California that ensured he — and his embrace of democratic socialism — would drive the Democrats’ nomination fight for the foreseeable future.


Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden speaks after former Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke endorsed him at a campaign rally March 2, 2020, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Richard W. Rodriguez)

5 national stories of the week

A preview for Super Tuesday, MSNBC host Chris Matthews’ retirement, tornadoes in Tennessee, a court case on the constitutionality of the men-only draft and the virus outbreak fueling the return of the White House briefing room make up this week’s five national stories.



Commuters wearing masks stand in a packed train at the Shinagawa Station March 2, 2020, in Tokyo. Coronavirus has spread to more than 60 countries, and more than 3,000 people have died from the COVID-19 illness it causes. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

5 international stories of the week

The spread of the COVID-19 virus, France’s Louvre Museum closing its doors due to the virus, a hostage situation at a Philippine mall, migrants attempting to cross the Greek-Turkish border and Israel’s third election in less than a year make up this week’s five international stories.



Senior outside attacker Blake Reardon after digging down to defend his team's side of the court Feb. 15, 2020, at John E. Worthen Arena. Reardon had 9 kills this game. Joshua Smith, DN

Reardon's efforts lead Ball State in sweep of Quincy

It’s been a successful Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association road trip so far for senior outside attacker Blake Reardon. Leading Ball State Men’s Volleyball with 15 kills, the Cardinals swept Quincy Saturday, bouncing back from a four-set loss to Lindenwood Friday.