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Ball State Village, Student Athletes, and… Wordle?

Ball State University President Geoffrey Mearns joined Delaware County Today with Steve Lindell to talk major campus updates, including the progress of the Village revitalization project, a new app for public parking, and upcoming residential groundbreakings. He also weighed in on the House v. NCAA settlement, what it means for Ball State student-athletes, and the university’s commitment to holding tuition steady.

Plus: what he really thinks of Selena Gomez Oreos, and whether or not he’s secretly training for cornhole championships.

Don’t miss this full, wide-ranging conversation—tune in now on WMUN!

Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour joined Delaware County Today with Steve Lindell to talk all things local — from road construction and fireworks to summer youth jobs and the Pacers’ big run (plus his clapback at Stephen A. Smith).

Then, Ball State President Geoffrey Mearns shares major campus updates, including the Village revitalization, new housing projects, a public parking app, and what the House v. NCAA settlement means for student-athletes.

🎧 Catch the full show weekdays 8–9 a.m. on WMUN — The Talk of Muncie

Local, live, and always building community.

Today on Delaware County Today with Steve Lindell

Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour joined us live to talk about the latest community updates — and yes, we covered everything from construction zones to skateboards!

 Progress on the McKinley neighborhood redevelopment

 The latest on Tillotson and McGalliard road work

 Summer youth jobs through the Parks Department and Urban Light

 Growth at the Muncie Crisis Center

 Fireworks details for July 4th AND 5th

 And of course… Pacers in the Finals (and the Mayor’s epic clapback at Stephen A. Smith )

Catch the full conversation — airing weekdays from 8 to 9 a.m. on WMUN, The Talk of Muncie or listen on demand anytime.

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 Local, live, and always building community.

 On Today’s Delaware County Today with Steve Lindell

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 The Pacers return home for Game 3 after splitting the series—will Friday the 13th bring luck or “triskaidekaphobia”?

 The U.S. defense budget might cross the $1 trillion mark—what it means for global security.

 Steve honors Lynn Fullhart Hatfield, named Citizen of the Month by Muncie City Council, for her powerful impact on the local special needs community.

 Plus: A heartwarming Dean’s List moment out of California involving a child with autism and some everyday heroes.

Hop into chapter 101 with the Page Turners as they talk to Lauren Myracle author of "Plays Well with Others." The trio sits down and dive into the writing of Lauren's newest release as well as some of Cam's favorites that Lauren wrote years ago! Tune in to hear more.

What does it mean to be a good neighbor—especially in a neighborhood that’s always changing? Heather shares honest, heartfelt stories from her near-campus Muncie neighborhood, including how raising a family has shifted her view on safety, connection, and even student beer pong playlists.

From fireworks to friendships, it’s a conversation about challenges, growth, and building real community—even when it’s noisy.

Come On Over with Pat Smith to hear Heather’s inspiring take on what makes a neighborhood truly feel like home!

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