Associated Press: Ukrainian dam breach: What's happening and what's at stake

By Associated Press / June 12, 2023

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The fallout from the breach of a dam in southern Ukraine is wreaking havoc on lives, livelihoods and the environment amid the war. When the Kakhovka dam ruptured on Tuesday, it sent a torrent of water from Ukraine's largest reservoir into cities, towns and lowlands downstream on the Dnieper River, where fighting is raging. It's not clear what caused the breach in the dam, which had already been damaged in the war.

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TRACK AND FIELD

Track and Field return home with a National Champion and two All-Americans

By Elijah Poe / June 11, 2023

Ball State Track and Field athletes junior Jenelle Rogers and senior Charity Griffith return to Muncie with an impressive list of accomplishments, including a National Champion crown for Griffith. Rogers finished fifth in the heptathlon. She and Griffith were named All-Americans for their performances this season. It is the first time in school history that Ball State has produced multiple outdoor All-Americans in the same season, it is also the first time two Cardinals were within the top 10 in the NCAA Outdoor Championship.

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HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

Warriors fall in first semi-state game

By Zach Carter / June 11, 2023

The Wes-Del Warriors hoped that they would return to the 1A State Championship for the first time since the 1990 season. But they would fall two games short as they were defeated 6-2 in their first semi-state game. “I'm extremely proud of them,” Wes-Del head coach Daniel Hanson said. “This moment sucks and they're hurting. I told them [in the post-game huddle] how proud I am of them and that we came here today to fight and they did that.”

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JUNETEENTH

Associated Press: The story behind Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday

By Associated Press / June 10, 2023

Americans will soon celebrate Juneteenth, marking the day when the last enslaved people in the United States learned they were free. For generations, Black Americans have recognized the end of one of the darkest chapters in U.S. history with joy, in the form of parades, street festivals, musical performances or cookouts. The U.S. government was slow to embrace the occasion — it was only in 2021 that President Joe Biden signed a bill passed by Congress to set aside Juneteenth, or June 19th, as a federal holiday.

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BALL BEARINGS

A Thread of Fate

By Haley Boyce / June 9, 2023

Amanda Erk always thought her parents met in a twist of fate.

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NATIONAL NEWS

Associated Press: Trump says he’s been indicted in classified documents investigation; Justice Dept. yet to confirm

By Associated Press / June 8, 2023

MIAMI (AP) — Donald Trump said Tuesday he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, igniting a federal prosecution that is arguably the most perilous of multiple legal threats against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House. The Justice Department did not immediately publicly confirm the indictment. Trump is currently in Bedminster, New Jersey. A person familiar with the situation who was not authorized to discuss it publicly said Trump's lawyers were contacted by prosecutors shortly before he announced on his Truth Social platform that he had been indicted.

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How To Prioritize Your Mental Health This Summer

June 8, 2023

Summer is a great time to prioritize your mental health — the increased sunlight and vitamin D support feelings of well-being and happiness. Opportunities for outdoor activities promote stress reduction and health. You can relax and engage in leisure activities that provide the potential for social connection and support. You can refresh and rest by reflecting on the past months while making positive changes to your lifestyle.

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Go With Your Gut: Why Probiotics Are Essential at Every Age

June 8, 2023

Probiotics have gained significant attention in recent years for their potential health benefits. These living microorganisms (often referred to as "good bacteria") promote a healthy gut and offer a wide range of advantages for individuals of all ages. From infancy to our golden years, incorporating probiotics into our daily routine can profoundly impact our overall well-being.

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REGIONAL BASEBALL

Wes-Del baseball looks to continue historical season

By Zach Carter / June 8, 2023

Last year, the Wes-Del Warriors ended their season with a 5-3 loss to Cowan in the sectional championship. “This group was pretty determined [to not repeat that],” Warriors third-year head coach Daniel Hanson said. “...[The team] wanted to make sure that when we got back to those kinds of moments, we were prepared, and that it was a different outcome.” So with that in mind, how did they respond this season?

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ROAD WORK

Road closures planned around Muncie

By Staff Reports / June 7, 2023

Road closures are planned in Muncie as the summer public works projects begin. Community members can expect detours this summer and fall as the public works team is working on significant projects. Here are the upcoming dates and estimates for the projects. 

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Energy Efficiency Strategies for UK Businesses: How to Save Money and Reduce Carbon Footprint

June 6, 2023

Climate change and environmental concerns are increasingly urgent, leading businesses in the UK to seek ways to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on energy bills. This comprehensive guide will explore a range of energy-efficient strategies that can be adopted by UK businesses, from cost-effective measures to technological innovations.

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NATIONAL NEWS

Associated Press: Sonic boom heard over Washington is a rare sound with a rich history

By Associated Press / June 6, 2023

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — People living in and around the nation’s capital experienced a rare, if startling, sound that has a rich history in American aviation and possibly a muted future: A sonic boom. The boom was heard Sunday after the U.S. military dispatched six fighter jets to intercept an unresponsive business plane flying over restricted airspace. The Air Force gave the F-16s permission to fly faster than the speed of sound — something civilian aircraft rarely get to do — as the jets scrambled to catch up with the Cessna Citation. The result was a thunderous rumble that resonated across a metropolitan area that's home to more than six million people.

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SECTIONAL GOLF

Yorktown wins sectionals, beating Delta on the way to the trophy

By Elijah Poe / June 5, 2023

One thing was clear when speaking with Yorktown head coach Nathan McClung, he said he not only has a good group of golfers, but also a good group of kids. “This is one of the most enjoyable teams I've ever coached, and last year was too,” McClung said “But this group of guys, they're very different. But a lot of them are unique and some really special. They're phenomenal young men. So it's a privilege that they call me coach.” That group of kids ended up winning sectionals at the Hickory Hills Golf Club with a score of 321, led by the sectional individual champion, Christian Groves. 

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NEWS

Associated Press: Former Vice President Pence files paperwork launching 2024 presidential bid in challenge to Trump

By Associated Press / June 5, 2023

Former Vice President Mike Pence filed paperwork on Monday declaring his campaign for president in 2024, setting up a challenge to his former boss, Donald Trump, just two years after their time in the White House ended with an insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and Pence fleeing for his life.

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SEMI-STATE SOFTBALL

Tigers, Blackhawks fall in Semi-State

By Zach Carter / June 5, 2023

The Yorktown Tigers and Cowan Blackhawks attempted to reach the promised land as they continued their journey in the state tournament. But there are no longer any Delaware County teams left as both teams had their quests cut just short as they were defeated in Saturday’s semi-state. In the first game of the 3A semi-state, the Tigers (17-9, 4-3 Hoosier Heritage) trailed Leo (26-2, 6-1 Northeast Eight) 4-1 in the seventh inning. But after a walk by Freshman Emma Reynolds, Yorktown hoped for a comeback at Twin Lakes High School. 

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LOANS

Associated Press: The US has approved $42 billion in loan forgiveness for public service workers. Here's what to know

By Associated Press / June 4, 2023

The U.S. has approved more than $42 billion in federal student loan debt forgiveness for more than 615,000 borrowers in the past 18 months as part of a program aimed at getting more people to work in public service jobs, the U.S. Department of Education said this week. The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is open to teachers, librarians, nurses, public interest lawyers, military members and other public workers. It cancels a borrower's remaining student debt after 10 years of public interest work, or 120 monthly payments.

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BASEBALL

The Cardinal’s season comes to an end against West Virginia

By Elijah Poe / June 3, 2023

After a historic season and postseason, winning a Mid-American Conference Championship and making it to the NCAA Tournament, the Ball State Baseball season comes to an end. Head coach Rich Maloney said he would never forget the team being selected and hearing Ball State be picked to play in an NCAA regional. Ball State (36-23) lost their elimination game against West Virginia (40-20). 

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HURRICANES

Associated Press: The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season is now underway. Here's what to know.

By Associated Press / June 3, 2023

MIAMI (AP) — It's time for residents along the southeastern U.S. coastlines to make sure their storm plans are in place as the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season got underway Thursday. Forecasters are predicting a “near-normal” season, but Mike Brennan, the new director at the National Hurricane Center in Miami, stressed during a Wednesday news conference that there's really nothing normal when it comes to hurricanes. "A normal season might sound good in comparison to some of the hurricane seasons in the past few years,” he said. “But there's nothing good about a near-normal hurricane season in terms of activity.”

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BASEBALL

Cardinals fall in first game of NCAA Tournament

By Zach Carter / June 2, 2023

In the first inning of today’s NCAA regional game in Lexington, KY, Ball State junior Decker Scheffler hit a single. That was followed by a double by senior Adam Tellier. With two base runners on second and third with only one out, Cardinal fans might have thought that their team was going to hit the scoreboard early. But then, the hometown Kentucky Wildcats retired the next two Ball State batters with a lineout and a strikeout. The Cardinals did not know it then, but that would end up being their best chance to score in their 4-0 opening loss of the NCAA Tournament. 

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LOCAL EVENTS

Local Community Events weekend roundup

By Staff Reports / June 2, 2023

This weekend host a multitude of events around Delaware County. Yorktown Farm and Artisan Market will be today from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. with weather permitting. The summer marketplace is located at Walnut Grove in Morro’s Meadow. Nature Play Days at Minnetrista start today and will run through June 10. This is free to the community where you can explore nature at Minnetrista. Activities include outdoor games, planting herbs and more.