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This week on 765 Business Journal, host Lathay Pegues sits down with Vicki Beach, Executive Director of the Downtown Development Partnership of Muncie, for a deep dive into downtown growth, revitalization, and what’s next for the heart of our community.

Vicki shares why downtown is often called the community’s “living room,” how it drives economic development and quality of life, and what decades of revitalization efforts have mean...

Avondale’s story is one of progress, creativity, and community investment. On this episode of 765 Business Journal, host Lathay Pegues sits down with Mike Martin, owner of the Common Market, to explore the continued revitalization of Muncie’s south side.

From large-scale public art projects to transforming a neighborhood market into a true community gathering space, this conversation highlights how thoughtful development can bring ...

A year of growth, construction, and big change in Muncie and Delaware County.

On this edition of 765 Business Journal, host Lathay Pegues sits down with Jeff Howe, Director of the Muncie Redevelopment Commission, for a year-in-review conversation on local development.

From the future of the Muncie Mall and neighborhood revitalization… To new housing projects, Ready 2.0 investments, and what’s ahead for downtown in 2026… This episod...

Muncie just hit #1 in the WORLD. 🌍🔥

Host Lathay Pegues sits down with Ted Baker from the Innovation Connector to break down how Business Showcase Week beat global records — 70+ workshops, packed rooms, and a surge in small-biz momentum across Delaware County.

AI tools, mentorship, hiring help, youth entrepreneurship, the “Silver Tsunami,” business transitions — this episode is LOADED.

🎧 Replay now at WMUNMuncie.com Small town. B...

On today’s 765 Business Journal with Lathay Pegues, we shine a spotlight on Destination: Muncie — the newly rebranded organization driving tourism, local business engagement, and community connection across Delaware County.

Lathay welcomes Lena Reid, Communications Manager, and Jeff Neff, Director of Marketing & Community Engagement, for a deep dive into the excitement surrounding the Garfield Trail Passport — an interactive, g...

Big wins for downtown Muncie and the Old West End! This week on 765 Business Journal, host Lathay Pegues sits down with Mayor Dan Ridenour to unpack the city’s $6.7 million READI 2.0 award — funding that’s set to spark new housing, retail, and growth where it’s needed most.

Hear how the partnership between the City of Muncie, Muncie Land Bank, Delaware County, and Ball State University will reshape two key neighborhoods and help mo...

Alisa Wells, Executive Director of Community Engagement at Ivy Tech Community College in Muncie, joins us to share how this institution is redefining its role — from technical school roots to a powerhouse of accessible credentials, high-value jobs and community partnerships. We’ll explore how Jay County has re-joined the Ivy Tech family, how students are graduating debt-free and staying in Indiana, and how education is becoming a l...

On this week’s 765 Business Journal with host Lathay Pegues, we sit down with Caitlin Hancock from Forge ECI — an organization dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and fueling business growth right here in East Central Indiana. Caitlin shares how Forge ECI connects innovators with the tools, mentorship, and resources they need to turn ideas into thriving local businesses. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and the latest on how ou...

Change is coming to the Muncie Mall!

Demolition begins in early October on the former JCPenney, Sears, and movie theater spaces—over 255,000 square feet—as part of a major redevelopment project.

Host Lathay Pegues talks with Jeff Howe, Director of the Muncie Redevelopment Commission, about:

Why Hull Property Group is investing in Muncie

How redevelopment could raise property value to $52 million

What new outlots could mean ...