DISCLAIMER: VBN is a Vee Media brand, owned by Vivian Bostick.
MUNCIE, Ind. - Vivian Bostick News (VBN), an independent news outlet serving Muncie, is proud to announce its membership in the Indiana News Service (INNS)—a statewide bureau of the Public News Service (PNS) and a member of The Trust Project, a global journalism transparency initiative.
Founded and operated by Vivian Bostick, majoring in Media at Ball State University, VBN is rooted in the mission of its parent brand, Vee Media:
"Creating real, genuine digital experiences with an intentional focus on community through media production."
This aligns directly with the mission of the PNS:
"Our job is to 'interest the public in the public interest.' – John Dewey"
While VBN remains independently owned and continues to produce its own local reporting and original stories, this partnership will increase the news coverage available to the Muncie community.
Through INNS and PNS, VBN now has access to professionally reported stories across Indiana and the nation—covering topics like public health, environmental justice, economic policy, education, and more.
This means more timely, trustworthy information for Muncie residents—without sacrificing VBN’s grassroots perspective, local coverage, or editorial independence.
In VBN's commitment to accurate, honest journalism, VBN follows the standards of The Trust Project, whose 8 Trust Indicators promote journalistic integrity, transparency, and accountability. VBN has published and adheres to these standards in its reporting to better serve its audience.
VBN’s membership in INNS and access to PNS content marks a major step forward in delivering high-quality, ethical journalism for the people of Muncie.
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