Wapahani wins 13th Delaware County Title in program history

By Zach Carter / May 14, 2023

During the top of the sixth inning of the 2023 Delaware County Championship, the Wapahani Raiders and Delta Eagles were tied at one apiece. Wapahani senior Daniel Blevins, a former Delta student, stepped up to the plate. Until this point, he was zero-for-two on the day. But he would end the contest one-for-three as he destroyed a two-run home run to left field. This helped the Raiders capture their 13th Delaware County Title in program history as they downed the Eagles 4-1. 

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TRACK AND FIELD

Ball State Track and Field wins the outdoor Mid-American Conference Championship

By Staff Reports / May 13, 2023

On their final day of competition, the women’s track and field team scored 70 points on Saturday to take the Mid-American Conference Outdoor Championship title. This is the first MAC Outdoor title since 2001 and the program’s fifth overall. Sophomore Moriah Johnson, freshman Alana Springer, freshman Lindsey Steele and sophomore Jenna Oriani combined for a MAC Championship record time of 44.93 to win in the 4x100m relay. 

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OPINION

‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’ - Intergalactic Storytelling at Its Peak

By Conor Butler / May 13, 2023

Despite poor performance on launch, Jedi Survivor proves itself as Star Wars quality. With exciting gameplay, expanded universe, and all the customization your heart could want, the Jedi sequel sets itself above the competition. 

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SOFTBALL

Ball State ends season with second MAC Tournamnet loss

By Zach Carter / May 12, 2023

After falling to No. 1 seed Miami (Ohio) in the first game, the Cardinals needed a win against Central Michigan (29-25, 18-11 MAC) to stay alive in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) Tournament. But after falling 4-1, they go down as the first team to be eliminated. 

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MINNETRISTA

Minnetrista Garden Fair

By Staff Reports / May 12, 2023

Minnetrista is holding a free Garden Fair today from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. as well as having it on May 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Some of the available activities include live music, food, a beer and wine garden, selfie stations, local vendors and more. “This is definitely one of the bigger events that we hold,” Lindsey Horan, vice president of community engagement said. 

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SOFTBALL

Cardinals fall to Miami in first game of MAC Tournament

By Zach Carter / May 11, 2023

The Cardinals believed that they needed to open the Mid-American Conference (MAC) Tournament with energy and needed to “leave everything on the field.” For the first three innings, Ball State did that. In the top of the third, they scored four runs after multiple hits and walks. But after a three-run home run on a two-strike, two-out pitch, the No. 4 team in the tournament could not make up ground and fell in their first game to the No. 1 Miami Redhawks 8-4.

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BALL BROTHERS FOUNDATION EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARDS

The Ball Brothers Foundation names its Excellence in Teaching Award Winner

By Staff Reports / May 11, 2023

West View’s Kira Zick has received the Ball Brothers Foundation’s Excellence in Teaching Award, according to a report from the Ball Brothers Foundation. The award includes $5,000 for the district, $5,000 for the school, $5,000 for the classroom and also $2,500 for professional development. The award is given annually to one Delaware County teacher who inspires students and colleagues, according to the report. 

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BYTE

The Best Taylor Swift Album

By Keeona Stewart / May 10, 2023

Swiftes, unite, unite, UNITE!! Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour kicked off in Swift City, Arizona on Friday, Mar. 17, 2023. This tour is a celebration of Swift's incredible catalog of all the amazing songs that she has given to the Swifties over the years, From Fearless to Midnights. She is one of those rare artists who can make a song personable and relatable. For those still struggling to get tickets, or didn’t get tickets, don’t worry, we can still enjoy her music from afar. In honor of her Eras tour kicking off, here are Swift’s best albums gifted to us over the years. 

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DELAWARE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

Wapahani, Wes-Del advance to second round of Delaware County Tournament

By Zach Carter / May 10, 2023

The 2023 Delaware County Tournament started with some stellar performances that included a no-hitter from Wapahani’s starting pitcher senior Gavin Lash and a defensive shutout by Wes-Del. Both teams will move on to Saturday’s second round. 

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NATIONAL POLITICS

Rep. George Santos charged with embezzling from his campaign, lying to Congress about his income

By Associated Press / May 10, 2023

U.S. Rep. George Santos, the New York Republican infamous for fabricating key parts of his life story, has been indicted on charges that he embezzled money from his campaign, lied to Congress about his income and cheated his way into undeserved unemployment benefits, prosecutors said Wednesday.

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BASEBALL

Cardinals fall to Indiana State 11-1

By Staff Reports / May 10, 2023

Indiana State (33-13) was able to surmount a 2-1 lead in the first inning and grew to 3-1 in the third inning. In the fourth inning, Indiana State was able to drive in four runs in the inning.

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OPINION

Metallica’s ‘72 Seasons’, a mix of classic sounds and fall away lyrics

By Aaron Picklesimer / May 9, 2023

Metallica returns this year with their 11th studio album and despite being a marked improvement from their last release St. Anger, 72 Seasons doesn't manage to capture the classic thrash style that brought the band to fame. While boasting headbanging riffs and revived vocals, Metallica can't seem to escape their habits. 

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TRUMP FOUND LIABLE

Associated Press: Jury finds Trump liable for sexual abuse, awards accuser $5M

By Associated Press / May 9, 2023

A jury found Donald Trump liable Tuesday for sexually abusing advice columnist E. Jean Carroll in 1996, awarding her $5 million in a judgment that could haunt the former president as he campaigns to regain the White House. The verdict was announced in a federal courtroom in New York City on the first day of jury deliberations. Jurors rejected Carroll's claims that she was raped, but found Trump liable for sexually abusing her. Hours earlier, U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan read instructions on the law to the nine-person jury before the panel began discussing Carroll's allegations of battery and defamation shortly before noon.

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OPINION

‘The Owl House’ is a lesson in acceptance, and the final episodes of Season 3 remind us of that.

By Aaron Picklesimer / May 9, 2023

Closing the doors to its heart and soul, The Owl House concludes it's third and final season with teary eyes and a massive heart. From stunning animation to award-worthy performances, The Owl House cements itself as an animation must-watch. 

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OPINION

‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3 Episode 8: “The Return” is this the way?

By Conor Butler / May 9, 2023

While having heartwarming conclusions and suspenseful action set-pieces, the season three finale of The Mandalorian falls somewhat short of the energy the season was building towards. While still quality in many regards, it can't help but feel like Disney played it far too safe. 

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SOFTBALL

Cardinals are “glued together” on and off the field as they prepare for MAC tournament

By Zach Carter / May 9, 2023

One year after missing the Mid-American Conference (MAC) tournament by one spot, Ball State softball is heading to Miami University (Oxford, OH) for this year's edition of the conference tournament. It will also be head coach Lacy Schurr’s first time coaching in the tournament. The Cardinals finished the 2023 campaign with a 27-24 record. They went 17-12 in the MAC which set them up to clinch the fourth spot in the conference. Besides fifth-year Amaia Daniel and senior Jazmyne Armendariz, no other Cardinal on the roster has made the postseason. 

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COMMUNITY BABY DIAPER DRIVE

Community Diaper Drive locations around Ball State during May

By Staff Reports / May 8, 2023

The Heart of Indiana United Way’s Annual Community Baby Diaper Drive will have drop-off locations around Ball State between May 1 and June 2. 

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COMMENCEMENT 2023

'Commencement is a celebration': Mearns, Pond address graduates at commencement

By Grayson Joslin / May 6, 2023

 “I can now say with complete confidence that you are stronger and more resilient for having experienced this historic challenge,” Mearns said. 

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Renovation project approved at final Board of Trustees meeting of school year

By Hannah Amos / May 5, 2023

The project will renovate the Architecture Building, University Theater, the Arts and Communication Building and the Hargreaves Music Building. These buildings’ fire safety systems, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, electrical, and plumbing will be updated. 

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WOMEN'S TENNIS

Ball State’s season comes to an end in the first round of NCAA tournament

By Caleb Zuver / May 5, 2023

After a season that saw an incredible amount of success with some chaos mixed in, Ball State women’s tennis  (22-4) played in their final match of the season Friday. Making their third consecutive NCAA tournament appearance, the Cardinals were swept 4-0 by the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (16-10). For the third consecutive year, Ball State failed to put up a point in any of the matches. But, junior Masha Polishchuk, who was on the previous tournament teams, said that this match felt and played out differently than the other two.