The journey of two Ball State Volleyball players from Loveland, Ohio, to Muncie

By Corbin Hubert / November 19, 2022

Two pounds of ground beef. One can of tomato paste. Four cups of water. One large onion. Three tablespoons of chili powder. One teaspoon of cinnamon. A half an ounce of unsweetened chocolate. Cincinnati-style chili. Huber and fourth-year middle blocker Marie Plitt are both from Loveland, Ohio, about two and a half hours away from their beloved Cincinnati chili. Huber and Plitt are a pair playing for Ball State Women’s Volleyball. 

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RELATIONSHIPS

Love languages could change the romantic lives of college students

By Elaine Ulsh / November 18, 2022

I’m not saying love languages have to take over your whole life, but in my experience, having them in the back of your mind and putting in an effort makes things easier.

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MEN'S BASKETBALL

Ball State Men's Basketball's new season marks a new era

By Derran Cobb / November 18, 2022

With the hire of head coach Michael Lewis who, in spite of his extensive assistant coaching career, is in his first year as head coach, and the return of two former Mid-American Conference (MAC) Freshman of the Year winners, all eyes are on the Cardinals this season. 

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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Ball State Women's Basketball moves closer to its identity in win over Butler

By Kyle Smedley / November 17, 2022

Ball State Women's Basketball (2-1) defeated Butler (1-2) 84-68 in a contest that was a tale of two halves. Through this win, the Cardinals took one step closer towards their identity. 

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NEWS

More Twitter workers flee after Musk’s ‘hardcore’ ultimatum

By The Associated Press / November 17, 2022

Twitter continued to bleed engineers and other workers on Thursday, after new owner Elon Musk gave them a choice to pledge to “hardcore” work or resign with severance pay.

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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Three takeaways from Ball State Women’s Basketball's home win against Butler

By Elijah Poe / November 17, 2022

Thursday, Ball State Women’s Basketball (2-1) was able to fend off in-state opponent, and head coach Brady Sallee’s hopeful new rival, Butler (1-2), by a score of 84-68. Here are three takeaways from the 21-point win.

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NEWS

Pelosi won’t seek leadership role, plans to stay in Congress

By The Associated Press / November 17, 2022

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday that she will not seek a leadership position in the new Congress, a pivotal realignment making way for a new generation of leaders after Democrats lost control of the House to Republicans in the midterm elections.

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COMMUNITY

Avondale United Methodist Church’s Thursday night meals also provide community

By Kyle Smedley / November 17, 2022

Every Thursday, Avondale United Methodist Church holds Thursday night meals 5-6 p.m. to serve the at-risk community, not only providing food, but a sense of community and connections.

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MEN'S BASKETBALL

Ball State Men's Basketball holds Omaha to season low in shooting on the road

By Calvin Scott / November 17, 2022

Getting over the loss to Indiana State last weekend, the Cardinals found a way to bounce back for the start of the season against the Omaha Mavericks. Ball State (2-1, 0-0 MAC) defeated Omaha (1-3, 0-0 SVC) 71-61 in a competitive game to go into the weekend with another win to the record.

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MUNCIE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Muncie Public Library Presents “Big Questions, Big Ideas” with Dr. Matthew R. Hotham

By Elijah Poe / November 17, 2022

Pet ownership as a “Racial Hinge.” Dogs and Islamophobia in Europe and North America. These were both topics of discussion from the series “Big Questions, Big Ideas” hosted at the Muncie Public Library Kennedy Branch. The speaker was Dr. Matthew R. Hotham, an assistant professor of religious studies at Ball State University. 

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WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL

Ball State secures regular season MAC Champion in win over Toldeo

By Corbin Hubert / November 16, 2022

Snyder’s team-high 12 kills propelled Ball State Women’s Volleyball (23-7, 15-3) past Toledo (18-11, 11-7) in straight sets to claim the program’s 10th regular season Mid-American Conference (MAC) championship. 

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NFL PRO BOWL

SCOTT: The NFL's new Pro Bowl format will not be popular

By Calvin Scott / November 16, 2022

January is when all the magic happens and, amid all the NFL playoff games that have me on the edge of my seat filled with suspense and pandemonium, I can sit back, relax and take in a breather with the NFL Pro Bowl. The All-Star Game of the NFL is an amusing occasion that truly allows me to see my favorite players in the league and enjoy them all coming together to create a super team going up against another super team.

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FOOTBALL

Ball State football needs a balanced offense if bowl eligibility is on the horizon

By Daniel Kehn / November 16, 2022

For the second straight season, it all comes down to the final regular season game. Ball State football is still searching for a sixth win and bowl eligibility after falling to Ohio 32-18 Nov. 15. 

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FOOTBALL

Three takeaways from Ball State football's loss on senior night

By Calvin Scott / November 16, 2022

Ball State football lost its sixth game of the season against Ohio University on senior night, falling 32-18 to the Bobcats who currently sit atop the Mid-American Conference (MAC) East Division. Here are three takeaways from the weeknight game.

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TRUMP

Trump formally announces 2024 presidential campaign at Mar-a-Lago

By Associated Press / November 15, 2022

Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he will mount a third White House campaign, launching an early start to the 2024 contest. The announcement comes just a week after an underwhelming midterm showing for Republicans and will force the party to decide whether to embrace a candidate whose refusal to accept defeat in 2020 pushed American democracy to the brink.

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Strikes put Ukraine in darkness; missiles cross into Poland

By Associated Press / November 15, 2022

Russia pounded Ukraine’s energy facilities Tuesday with its biggest barrage of missiles yet, striking targets across the country and causing widespread blackouts, and a U.S. official said missiles crossed into NATO member Poland, where two people were killed.

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TRAUMA/RECOVERY

Grace Horizon aims to help people who have been through trauma

By Bella Bonilla / November 15, 2022

Grace Horizon is an organization located in Anderson, Indiana, whose mission is to help people who have been through violence, exploitation, sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. Ball State, like Grace Horizons, has resources and people wanting to help.

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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Ball State Women's Basketball win their home opener on 'Field Trip Day'

By Kyle Smedley / November 14, 2022

Ball State Women's Basketball (1-1) defeated Indiana University East (0-7) 105-51 in their home opener in front of a reported 4,067 people on "Field Trip Day". Ball State returns to action Nov. 17 against Butler University (1-1) in Muncie, Ind., at Worthen Arena at 6:30 p.m. 

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LIFESTYLES

For group projects of any size and complexity, consider this five-step method

By Miguel Naranjo / November 14, 2022

Group projects are historically feared by star students and C students alike, but there's no need to be afraid. A little planning can go a long way, as this five-step method will teach you.

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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Three takeaways from Ball State Women's Basketball's victory over Indiana University East

By Elijah Poe / November 14, 2022

Ball State Cardinals Women’s Basketball hosted the Indiana University East Red Wolves (0-7) Monday in their home opener. The Cardinals won 105-51, improving their record to 1-1 on the season.