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765BusinessJournal.comChelsee Bester, co-owner of Punchie’s Plaza and owner of Wig & Weave on 765 Business Journal765 Business Journal with Lathay Pegues
Live from the Talk of Muncie on WMUN – 92.5 FM | 1340 AM
Mondays, 9:00–9:30 AM | Replay on WMUNmuncie.com
Today’s Episode (May 19): Legacy, Leadership, and Local Love
Entrepreneurship runs in her veins! Lathay Pegues welcomes Chelsee Bester, co-owner of Punchie’s Plaza and owner of Wig & Weave, as they talk family legacy, community reinvestment, and the rebirth of a southside Muncie cornerstone. From reopening her grandmother’s salon space to launching a community garden and free back-to-school hair days for kids, Chelsee is creating beauty and opp...2025-05-1925 min
765BusinessJournal.comJonathan Chambless & Chad Ray of Cru Construction on 765 Business Journal 5/12/25
Two builders with big dreams in their sights,
Are framing up futures with might.
From Walnut Street’s core,
Their new office will soar,
As Cru Construction takes flight with new heights!
Jonathan Chambless & Chad Ray of Cru Construction talk about their new international HQ on North Walnut in downtown Muncie! It’s a 5,000 sq. ft. space with room for retail and a vision for growth — both locally and across the U.S.
Listen Mondays at 9 AM on WMUN or stream anytime a...2025-05-1225 min
765BusinessJournal.comMinnetrista, 05/05/252025-05-0524 min
765BusinessJournal.comRecovery Cafe on 765 Buisness Jounral 4/28/25Join host Lathay Pegues for an inspiring conversation about economic development, recovery, and community support right here in Delaware County.
Special guests Abby Gluvna, Executive Director, and Linda Daniels, Board Member of the Recovery Cafe Muncie, will share how their organization is making a real difference — and how recovery and economic growth go hand-in-hand.
Tune in to 765 Business Journal every Monday and hear the stories shaping our future!
#765BusinessJournal #RecoveryCafeMuncie #DelawareCounty #CommunityGrowth
2025-04-2815 min
765BusinessJournal.comDelaware County Special Needs Prom and Events
It’s more than just one magical night—it’s a mission.
On this episode of The 765 Business Journal with Lathay Pegues, Lynn Hatfield and Mindy Kemper, we spotlight the inspiring work behind the Delaware County Special Needs Prom. The organizers joined us to share how this event brings joy, connection, and unforgettable memories to local individuals with special needs—and how you can help make it even more special.
With year-round programs that serve this community, their impact goes far beyond the dance floor. Hear about the donations and volunteers they’re st...2025-04-1520 min
765BusinessJournal.comKen Hudson Executive Director of the Whitely Community Council on 765 Business Journal 4/07/25This Week on 765 Business Journal – April 7
Host: Lathay Pegues | Station: WMUN 92.5FM | Mondays at 9 AM
Today on 765 Business Journal, we shine a light on community transformation with Ken Hudson, Executive Director of the Whitely Community Council. He joined us to talk about the development of the Centennial Resource Hub—a new space on Muncie’s east side that will bring critical resources like food, healthcare access, job training, and community services to families in need.
Right now, the Council is in a 60-day crowdfunding campaign to raise $50,000 by April...2025-04-0720 min
765BusinessJournal.comThe Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County on 765 Business Journal 3/31/25This week, the 765 Business Journal welcomes Kallie Sulanke, the Chief Community Partner for Outreach & Donor Relations at The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County. Kallie, who brings a wealth of experience in communications and a deep commitment to community impact, partners with donors to help them achieve their charitable goals through meaningful storytelling.
In her role at the Foundation, Kallie has helped shape the future of Muncie and Delaware County by fostering a culture of giving. She'll share insights on how The Community Foundation is supporting local initiatives and empowering residents to make a difference in...2025-03-3119 min
765BusinessJournal.comThe Indiana Artisan Market Place on 765 Business Journal 3/24/25Carol Burt and Carrie Wright on 765 Business Journal to talk about the Indiana Artisan Market place! The 13th annual event!
2025-03-2420 min
765BusinessJournal.comBill Walters Executive Director of East Central Indiana Regional Planning District on 765 Business Journal 3/10/25Join Lathay Pegues and Bill Walters Executive Director of East Central Indiana Regional Planning District as they talk about the next exciting programs and things happening in East Central Indiana!
2025-03-1002 min
765BusinessJournal.comFelecia Rice with TLC Catering on 765 Business Journal 03/03/25New Catering Business find out all the delicious details on 765 Business Journal today with Lathay Pegues featuring Felecia Rice!
2025-03-0321 min
765BusinessJournal.comon 765 Business Journal 2/24/25Executive Director at MadJax Carly Akree-King is this weeks 765 Business Journal Guest!
2025-02-2420 min
765BusinessJournal.comParis Powell on 765 Buisness Journal 2/17/25Paris Powell a victim of the Hackley Mass Shooting is on 765 Business Journal telling his inspiring story on how he is cleaning up that corner and spreading good word and home with his new POP corner store.
2025-02-1723 min
765BusinessJournal.comMuncie's Children Museum Updates on 765 Buisness Journal 2/03/25Kynda Rinker, Exec. Director and Kira Childers, Dir. Of Development in studio to talk about the new developments happening at the Muncie's Children Museum.
2025-02-0325 min765BusinessJournal.comLaura Williamson, Muncie Civic, 01/27/252025-01-2725 min
765BusinessJournal.comChad Zaucha CEO of YMCA of MuncieJoin Chad and Lathay as they update us on YMCA of Muncie's opening day ribbon cutting!
2025-01-2024 min
765BusinessJournal.comJohnathan Chambless CRU Construction on 765 Buisness Journal 1/13/25Join Lathay and Johnathan as they talk about the new townhouses being built right here in Muncie!
2025-01-1325 min
765BusinessJournal.comUnited Daycare on 765 Business Journal 01/06/25Join Lathay and Carol Johnson as they talk about all the new improvements coming to a well established daycare right here in Muncie!
2025-01-0620 min
765BusinessJournal.comAkilah Nosakhere ArtRize on 765 Business Journal 12/30/24Akilah talks about her newest business venture ArtRize and how she is utilizing it to help our community.
2024-12-3020 min
765BusinessJournal.comBill Kerr From The Guardian on 765 Buisness Journal 12/23/24Join Lathay Pegues and Bill Kerr while talk about all things The Guardian, INCLUDING their new non-alcoholic Root Beer!
2024-12-2319 min
765BusinessJournal.comBrandon Mundell on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 12/09/242024-12-0924 min
765BusinessJournal.comKen Hudson on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 12/02/242024-12-0224 min
765BusinessJournal.comJeannine Lee Ferrer on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 11/25/242024-11-2524 min
765BusinessJournal.comBrittany Lewis on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 11/11/24Brittany Lewis from GROW talks about their upcoming conference. More information on GROWmastermind.org.
2024-11-1125 min
765BusinessJournal.comLittle Chicago Italian Restaurant on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 11/04/242024-11-0424 min765BusinessJournal.comMike Rhodes and Steve Lindell on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 10/28/24Mike Rhodes and Steve Lindell talk about a recent groundbreaking, as well as the importance of 765 Business Journal.com.
2024-10-2824 min
765BusinessJournal.comChristopher and Mara Talarico on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 10/21/24Trebi North America is an Italian robotics company, and Christopher and Mara Talarico talk about the company's recent move to Muncie.
2024-10-2125 min
765BusinessJournal.comDeDee Walker on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 10/14/24The Walker Event Center is opening soon, and DeDee Walker talks about the history of the building and what it means for the community going forward.
2024-10-1424 min
765BusinessJournal.comLaTasha Mardis and Angela Branson on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 10/07/242024-10-0724 min
765BusinessJournal.comBrian Blair on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 09/30/24The month of October is upon us, and Brian Blair from Pumpkin Pulp talks about Scarevania Haunted House opening later this week.
2024-09-3024 min
765BusinessJournal.comMama and Son's Soul Food on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 09/23/24Connie Dixon and her son Dominique Isom opened Mama and Son's Soul Food in 2002, and are soon moving to a new undisclosed location. For more information, visit Mama and Son's Soul Food Facebook Page.
2024-09-2324 min765BusinessJournal.comGerry Dick, IBJ, 09/16/242024-09-1618 min
765BusinessJournal.comKat Mesaros on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 09/09/24Kat Mesaros from Kat's Crystals and Curiosities talks about opening her business, as well as what a Metaphysical store sells.
2024-09-0924 min
765BusinessJournal.comKeeley Malone on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 08/26/24Keely Malone talks about her business, Ink Drinkers' Anonymous, and its recent move, as well as what motivated her to start her own bookstore.
2024-08-2624 min765BusinessJournal.comKurt Kramer on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 08/19/24Kurt Kramer from Kramer Insurance talks about what to know about recent Insurance prices.
2024-08-1924 min
765BusinessJournal.comChuck Thornburg on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 08/12/24Chuck Thornburg from Yesterday's Tree Discusses his handmade furniture, as well as his new metalworking endeavor.
2024-08-1224 min
765BusinessJournal.comCraig Robbins on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 08/05/24Craig Robbins, Owner of Walls Furniture and Happy Cans, talks about running his two businesses, as well as the importance of customer service and serving the community.
2024-08-0524 min
765BusinessJournal.comA Team Consessions on 765 Business Journal.com, 7/29/24Fraizer and Jennifer Wilson from A-Team Concessions talk about starting a business during the 2020 pandemic, as well as what the future holds for the business.
2024-07-2924 min
765BusinessJournal.comLaShanta Vaughn on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 07/22/24LaShanta Vaughn is the new leader of Destination Muncie, and she sits down with Lathay to discuss selling Muncie to tourists.
2024-07-2224 min
765BusinessJournal.comRon White on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 07/15/24Ron White talks about the upcoming Martial Arts Tournament in Muncie.
2024-07-1524 min
765BusinessJournal.comMike Martin on 765 Business Journal Radio ShowEntrepreneur Mike Martin talks about several businesses he's had his hand in, as well as his recent work at the Common Market and the Impact X Classes.
2024-07-0824 min
765BusinessJournal.comKristy Crouch on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 07/01/24Grants Manager for Second Harvest Food Bank Kristy Crouch stops by to talk about recent projects taken on by the organization to help combat food deserts in Muncie and the surrounding area.
2024-07-0124 min
765BusinessJournal.comMike Baur on 765 Journal.com Radio Show, 06/24/24Mike Baur from the Veritas Academy of Muncie talks about the New School for the upcoming school year. Learn about this unique learning structure and how to get into contact with Mike Bower.
2024-06-2424 min
765BusinessJournal.comBill Lett on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 06/17/24Bill Lett talks about recent projects around the McKinley Neighborhood, including his local businesses.
2024-06-1724 min
765BusinessJournal.comPrairie Hills Farm on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 06/10/24Sabrina and Sylvester Friend talk about what led to them opening Prairie Hills Farm, and what products they provide for the community.
2024-06-1024 min
765BusinessJournal.comCheryl Crowder on 765 Business Journal.com Radio show, 06/03/24Looking for something fun to do this week? Cheryl Crowder from Muncie Downtown Development stops by to talk about this Thursday's Brink of Summer Artswalk, as well as other events throughout the season.
2024-06-0324 min
765BusinessJournal.comNate Howard on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 05/20/24Nate Howard from the Muncie Land Bank explains the work the Land Bank does for the community, as well as how it goes about rehabilitating houses in disrepair.
2024-05-2024 min
765BusinessJournal.comTed Baker on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 05/13/24Ted Baker from the Innovation Connector talks about what the Innovation Connector does for local businesses as well as global ones.
2024-05-1324 min
765BusinessJournal.comChristina Blanch on 765 Business Journal.com Radio Show, 05/06/24Christina Blanch talks about how she acquired Aw Yeah Comics, and what led to creating Muncie Comic Con.
2024-05-0624 min
765BusinessJournal.comGeorge Foley on 765 Business Journal.com Radio show, 04/29/24Program Director for the Muncie Parks Department George Foley talks about recent improvements to Muncie's Parks, as well as an internship program for Muncie teens.
2024-04-2924 min
765BusinessJournal.comJason Haney on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 04/22/24Jason Haney from EcoRehab talks about the nonprofit's objective to refurbish houses in Muncie, as well as its' origin as a Ball State Architecture Project.
2024-04-2224 min
765BusinessJournal.comTrevor Friedeberg on 765BusinessJournal.com Radio Show, 04/15/24President and CEO of the East Central Indiana Regional Partnership Trevor Friedeberg talks about the recently acquired READI 2.0 grant and what it means for Delaware County and East Central Indiana.
2024-04-1524 min
765BusinessJournal.comJud Fisher on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 03/18/24Jud Fisher from the Ball Foundation talks about the importance philanthropy plays in Economic Development.
2024-03-1824 min
765BusinessJournal.comBrad Bookout and James King on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 03/11/24Brad Bookout and James King give an update on recent Economic Projects in Muncie, Indiana.
2024-03-1124 min
765BusinessJournal.comRex St. John and Jason Gates on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 02/26/24The Dairy Dream in Albany will be changing families for the first time in 70 years. Rex St. John talks about his decision to sell, and Jason Gates talks about the challenges of taking over a longstanding business.
2024-02-2624 min
765BusinessJournal.comTrevor Friedeberg on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 02/19/24Trevor Friedeberg, President and CEO of the East Central Indiana Regional Partnership, talks about the READY Grants and what it means for East Central Indiana.
2024-02-1922 min765BusinessJournal.comJohn Mulherin from Hull Property Group on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 02/05/24John Mulherin from the Hull Property Group, the new owners of the Muncie Mall, answers questions about the property and what their plans are for the future.
2024-02-0524 min765BusinessJournal.comMichael Hicks on 765 Business Journal Radio Show 01/29/24Ball State University Economist Michael Hicks gives his predictions for the economic future.
2024-01-2922 min
765BusinessJournal.comMITS Sponsor Spotlight, and MRC Review, 01/22/242024-01-2225 min
765BusinessJournal.comSchaivon Nevings on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 01/08/24Schaivon Nevings from Bob's Balloons talks about his entrepreneurial journey to Balloon-tying, and what it means for Black owned businesses in Muncie.
2024-01-0825 min765BusinessJournal.com765 Business Journal Radio Show, 12/18/232023-12-1824 min
765BusinessJournal.comRyan Kramer on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 10/30/232023-10-3124 min
765BusinessJournal.comTom Leaird on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 10/23/232023-10-2324 min
765BusinessJournal.comSteve Guinn on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 10/09/23Steve Guinn talks about his local shoe repair business in Cammack, Indiana.
2023-10-0924 min
765BusinessJournal.comSusan Carlock and Jeff Frost on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 09/11/23Susan Carlock and Jeff Frost from the Mursix Corporation talk about economic development in Muncie, and the assortment of products the Mursix Corporation take part in creating.
2023-09-1123 min765BusinessJournal.comBill Walters and Brad Bookout on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 08/27/23Bill Walters and Brad Bookout from ECI Regional Planning District talk about recent projects throughout Delaware County, including the repurposing of brown fields, and a recent forum held with Senator Todd Young.
2023-09-0524 min765BusinessJournal.comRich Zeigler on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 08/14/23Steve Lindell And Rick Ziglar talk about the Muncie Memory Spiral officially kicking off and opening up Aug 26th. There will be old-fashioned games to enjoy, including sack races, tug of war, water balloon toss and more! You will also enjoy Muncie Central Schools' choir, band, and dance troupe performances throughout the day, a visit from an Indy 500 princess, a "touch a truck" from Muncie Fire Dept, instrument "petting zoo" courtesy of Orchestra Indiana, historical figures in Victorian dress, classic car show, vintage food vendors, community information tables, wood sawing demonstrations, and raffle giveaways from local vendors! The event...2023-09-0511 min765BusinessJournal.comEd Conatser on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 08/07/23Steve talks with Ed Conatser, Former HVAC specialist and County Commissioner, about Muncie's business realty and Coffee With Bill's UNOFFICIAL group that discusses forward solution thinking for Muncie.
2023-09-0520 min765BusinessJournal.com765 Business Journal Radio Show, 07/10/23An interview with the new owners of the local Baskin Robbins.
2023-09-0524 min765BusinessJournal.comChuck Thornburg on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 06/19/23Chuck Thornburg talks about his business, Yesterday's Tree, and what led to its creation.
2023-09-0524 min765BusinessJournal.com765 Business Journal Radio Show, 06/12/232023-09-0524 min765BusinessJournal.comBill Walters on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 05/22/23Bill Walters from the East Central Indiana Regional Planning District talks about recent grants made available for projects within Delaware County.
2023-09-0524 min765BusinessJournal.comElizabeth Rowray on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 05/15/23Elizabeth Rowray from the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce talks about recent developments around Muncie.
2023-09-0524 min765BusinessJournal.comJanelle Kramer on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 05/01/23Janelle Kramer talks about recent developments for daycare infrastructure in Delaware county.
2023-09-0516 min765BusinessJournal.com765 Business Journal Radio Show, 04/24/232023-09-0516 min765BusinessJournal.comLathay Peguese on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 04/17/23Lathay Peguese talks about the recent success of JohnTom's Barbecue and its' economic impact on Muncie.
2023-09-0520 min765BusinessJournal.com765 Business Journal Radio Show, 04/10/23Muncie Journal Editor-in-Chief Mike Rhodes gives an update on the website, as well as well as a new use for a railroad spur in Delaware County.
This episode of The 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on April 10th, 2023.
2023-08-2919 min765BusinessJournal.comVicki Veech on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 02/27/23Executive Director of the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership Vicki Veech talks about upcoming events in downtown Muncie, including Fire Up Downtown.
This episode of The 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on February 27th, 2023.
2023-08-2926 min765BusinessJournal.comClearline Technologies and Magna on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 02/06/23Stephen Brand, General Manager of Magna, and Neil Krovatz, CEO of Clearline Technologies, talk about their respective businesses.
This episode of the 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on February 6th, 2023.
2023-08-2920 min765BusinessJournal.comBrad Bookout and Bill Walters on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 01/30/23Bill Walters and Brad Bookout from East Central Indiana Regional Planning District talks about recent grants given out by the EPA, as well as the announcement by AT&T to increase fiber internet coverage throughout rural Indiana.
This episode of the 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on January 30th, 2023.
2023-08-2921 min765BusinessJournal.comLiving Green Farm on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 01/16/23Jerry Gray from Living Green Farm talks about the new greenhouse being built in Muncie, which plans to add 120 jobs by the end of 2024.
This episode of the 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on January 16th, 2023.
2023-08-2925 min765BusinessJournal.com765 Business journal Radio Show, 12/19/22AT&T plans to extend their fiber network, increasing speed and bandwidth for local businesses. This episode replays several best-of segments from previous episodes.
This episode of the 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on December, 19th, 2022.
2023-08-2921 min765BusinessJournal.comINOX on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 12/12/22Representatives from INOX talk about their decision to move to Muncie, Indiana.
This episode of The 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on December 12th, 2022.
2023-08-2924 min765BusinessJournal.comDan Ridenour on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 11/28/22J Chapman interviews Muncie Journal Editor-in-Chief Mike Rhodes and Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour about several projects around Muncie, including the Markets on Madison, Riverbend Apartments and the Justice Center Lofts.
This episode of the 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on November 28th, 2022.
2023-08-2929 min765BusinessJournal.comShannon Henry and Brad Bookout on 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 11/14/22In this inaugural episode of the 765 Business Journal Radio Show, County Commissioner Shannon Henry and Director of Economic Development and Redevelopment Brad Bookout talk about a recent trip to Italy, and the economic opportunities being brought to Muncie.
This episode of 765 Business Journal Radio Show aired on November 14th, 2022
2023-08-2925 min765BusinessJournal.com765 Business Journal Radio Show, 08/21/23A replay of United States Senator Todd Young's recent appearance at the quarterly East Central Indiana Regional Planning District meeting on August 16th at the Innovation Connector.
2023-08-2124 min
765BusinessJournal.comMike Rhodes and Akilah Nosakhere 765 Business Journal Radio Show, 07/17/23Steve Lindell interviews Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief of MuncieJournal.com and 765BusinessJournal.com along with Special Guest MPL Director Akilah Nosakhere.
2023-08-0419 min