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A sign that says "We are closed. Thank you for the journey," is pasted on the window of what used to be Muncie's Two Cats Cafe. Two Cats closed their doors Dec. 13, 2018, after owner Basam Helwani accepted an offer with Pocket Points. Mallory Huxford, DN

Turnover 'common' in the Village

The original Scotty’s Brewhouse served Muncie for 20 years — it was the starting place of the restaurant chain. But, this winter, the original Scotty’s Brewhouse closed. 



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‘Polar’ is all style, no substance

 'Polar' is a movie that is trying to ride off the coattails of the  better-made action films like 'John Wick.' The visual aesthetic and  music, solid acting, and occasional well-done action scenes cannot make  up for the lackluster plot and underdeveloped characters. The movie is  worth a watch on Netflix, but there other, better action films out there  to watch. 




President Donald Trump's overall approval rating dropped to 36 percent as of Jan. 23 according to a CBS News poll. Sixty percent of those polled also said the partial government shutdown caused serious problems for the country. (Olivier DoulieryAbaca Press/TNS)

Shepard’s Corner: Too far gone

In the past few weeks and days, I have looked at the recent government shutdown, the division it has caused and I can’t help but notice the blatant disregard for facts, logic and reality. I am not a fan of President Trump, but this goes far beyond that.  This goes for his supporters.