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David N. Dixon, Ph.D., Governor, Indiana District of Kiwanis, speaks during the opening session. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Business August 24, 2017

Horizon Convention Center Hosts 99th Annual Indiana Kiwanis District Convention

By: Mike Rhodes— The 99th Annual Indiana Kiwanis District Convention was held at the Horizon Convention Center August 18th through the 20th. Approximately 250 members of the Indiana District of Kiwanis International attended the convention. Indiana is one of 44 districts in the Kiwanis International organization. Friday night’s activities kicked-off with a free event for families. The Kiwanis clubs of Muncie and West Anderson worked together on a community outreach project that offered free admission to the Muncie Children’s Museum. Tours…

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John Jones Auto Group from Greenville, IN was one of the exhibitors at the ISA Expo. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Business July 19, 2017

Horizon Convention Center Hosts Indiana Sheriffs’ Association 87th Annual Conference

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association (ISA) held their 87th Annual Conference at the Horizon Convention Center, July 14th through the 16th. According to Delaware County Sheriff Ray Dudley, “The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association is represented by 92 sheriffs for all 92 counties in the State of Indiana.  I was proud to invite them here, particularly because of the way we’ve redone our downtown and the convention center and the hotel. I think everyone in the county, as a…

Horizon Convention Center in downtown Muncie. Photo provided.

Business October 16, 2016

Horizon Convention Center Hosted Three Conventions in September

By: Treva Bivens— Muncie, IN— This past month, the Horizon Convention Center hosted the Indiana State Building and Construction Trades Council, IN Society for Respiratory Care, and Association of Indiana Solid Waste Management Districts conferences. Throughout the month of September, the Horizon Convention Center had over 500 convention attendees. Most of these attendees came from all over Indiana due to the conferences being the state wide associations. “Convention business is good business for Muncie and Delaware County” said Joann McKinney, president/CEO…

Horizon Convention Center in downtown Muncie. Photo provided.

Business September 13, 2016

Horizon Convention Center Gearing up for Busy September

By: Treva Bivens— Muncie, IN – The month of September is a busy one for the Horizon Convention Center in Muncie. The Center will be hosting three conventions in addition to the usual heavy September schedule of meetings, weddings, social, and not-for-profit events. New to Muncie is the Indiana State Building and Construction Trades Council here for their annual conference September 14 – 16, followed by the Indiana Society for Respiratory Care hosting their 42nd annual convention on September 21 –…

Horizon Convention Center. Photo provided.

Business June 10, 2016

Horizon Convention Center to Host Vital Records Convention in October 2016

Muncie, IN – The Horizon Convention Center recently signed a contract to host the Indiana Vital Records Convention in October, 2016. Attendance for the two-day event is expected to be over 100 with delegates coming from most Indiana Counties. This will be the first time for the event to be held in Muncie. “On behalf of the entire city, we welcome the Indiana Vital Records Convention to the Horizon Convention Center and the city of Muncie,” said Joann McKinney, president/CEO of…

Photo by Matt Howell

Non-Profit April 19, 2024

V!VA Luncheon Honors Outstanding Volunteer Contributions to Delaware County Community

By Dan Wolfert— MUNCIE, IN– On April 16, 2024, the Interurban Room at the Horizon Convention Center was filled with gratitude and admiration as the community came together to celebrate the exemplary individuals and organizations dedicated to making a difference in Delaware County. The annual V!VA (Very Important Volunteer Award) luncheon, a cherished tradition since its inception in 1993 by the Muncie Noon Rotary Club, in partnership with the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club, once again shone a spotlight on the…

Photo by Mary Ann Knott, MAK Photography

Non-Profit March 7, 2024

Delaware County Special Needs Prom Celebrates 10th Anniversary

By Alyson Madsen— MUNCIE, IN—Lynne Hatfield could write a book about creating an event. Approaching the tenth anniversary of The Delaware County Special Needs Prom (DCSNP), Hatfield is excited to host this annual celebration of inclusion and fun. Open to revelers ages 16-70, the prom has grown vastly in its scope, continuing to wow those lucky enough to attend. Slated for May 18 at The Horizon Convention Center, eight-hundred people are expected to attend. The genesis of the prom began…

2023 Rotary VIVA award winners. Photo by Matt Howell

Non-Profit February 8, 2024

2024 V!VA Award Nominations Are Now Open

By Dan Wolfert— MUNCIE, Ind. — The V!VA (Very Important Volunteer Award) Awards were developed as a gift to the community in 1993 by the Muncie Noon Rotary Club and are now held in conjunction with the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club to recognize Delaware County’s proud volunteer heritage. Up to four individuals and one organization will be recognized with V!VA Awards for their volunteer efforts to the community within the past 12 months. In addition, The Edmund F. Ball Lifetime…

Muncie, IN. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Entertainment January 18, 2024

Dorothy Douglass Investigates Why ‘Muncie Has So Much to Offer’

Editor’s note: Original published July 19, 2016, we are bringing this story back for your reading pleasure.  By Dorothy Douglass— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie, Indiana, gets a bad rap every now and then. And as a former member of that tribe who said, as a young college student, “I can’t wait to get out of this town after I finish college,” I feel like I should retract that 35-year old statement. Anyone can choose to look at the bad, or look at…

The Jan. 26 luncheon includes a keynote presentation by Senator Todd Young (R-IN) and a 2024 economic forecast by Dr. Michael Hicks. Photo by Muncie Fine Portraits.

Business January 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Todd Young to Speak at January 26 Economic Luncheon in Downtown Muncie

By Victoria Meldrum, Ball State CBER— MUNCIE, IN—U.S. Senator Todd Young will be the keynote speaker for the 28th annual Indiana Economic Outlook luncheon on Friday, January 26 at the Horizon Convention Center in downtown Muncie. Economist Michael Hicks will present his 2024 forecast for the national and regional economies. This event is open to the public, but all attendees must register and pay online by Jan. 15. No walk-ins will be permitted. Price includes event seating and a plated…