2017

5th annual Easter event for dogs, kids and families will be held April 15, 2017 at McCulloch Park. Photo provided.

Entertainment April 10, 2017

Community Members and Dog Owners Invited to Easter Event on Saturday

By: Kelley Stewart— Fundraiser for Muncie Animal Care & Services and Easter Egg Hunts for Dogs and Kids Muncie, IN— Sit-Stay -Play will host their 5th annual Easter event for dogs, kids and families at their Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at McCulloch Park. Participants are encouraged to bring a magnifying glass, compass and smart phone in order to complete their Scavenger Hunt adventure. Two rest stops will be located throughout the journey and snacks and water will be available….

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Max H. Rudicel, MD. Photo provided.

Health April 10, 2017

Max H. Rudicel, MD Named Chief Medical Officer at Open Door Health Services

By: Katy Crist— Muncie, IN – Open Door Health Services (ODHS) is excited to announce that Max H. Rudicel, MD has accepted the role of Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Rudicel has been acting as Interim CMO since October 2016. Rudicel is a long-time resident of Muncie, graduating from Burris Laboratory School.  He received his undergraduate degree from Wabash College and his MD from Indiana University School of Medicine.  He has overseen ODHS’ Right Start OB Clinic since 1987, delivering an…

An overhead view of one of the past concerts in the Muncie Three Trails Music Series. Photo provided.

Entertainment April 10, 2017

National Recording Artists to Headline Muncie Three Trails Music Series

By: Rick Zigler— The Muncie Three Trails Music Series returns in 2017 with another stellar line-up of critically acclaimed national recording artists who will perform in a series of four FREE concerts at Canan Commons in downtown Muncie. All shows begin at 7 PM. Complete information on the series and all artists, including songs and videos, can be found at www.munciethreetrails.com. Celebrated soul-blues singer Bettye Lavette will kick things off on Sat., July 8th.  Ms. Lavette’s career spans from the early sixties to the present day….

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Entertainment April 8, 2017

Indiana Spring Sprint Triathlon and 5k Scheduled for April 29th

MUNCIE– America Multi-Sport will be hosting its 4th annual Indiana Spring Sprint Triathlon and 5k, on April 29, 2017. The event is set to start at 11 a.m., taking place at Ball State University. Starting with an indoor swim at Lewellen pool, athletes will then hop on their bikes for a (2 or 4 lap) european style ride, looping through campus, then to wrap up the race, a quick run to the finish line. Along with the triathlon and 5k options,…

Home of CSL Plasma at 1321 S. Madison. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Business April 8, 2017

CSL Plasma to Open New Location and Employment Opportunities in Muncie

By: Robert Mitchell— CSL Plasma Joins the Muncie Community May 2017 Muncie, IN – CSL Plasma will open a new plasma collection center at 1321 S. Madison Street in Muncie.  As a new member to the community, CSL Plasma brings with it many employment opportunities; information can be found by visiting www.cslplasma.com/careers. Sample positions currently open as of this writing include, Phlebotomist, Medical Staff Associates, Reception Techs, and Donor Support Tech, and Nurse, LPN, Paramedic among others. You may also find CSL Plasma Muncie openings via this…

Family walking. Photo by: graphicstock

Non-Profit April 7, 2017

Walk Multiple Sclerosis Scheduled for April 8th at BSU Alumni Center

By: Daphne Mack— WHAT:    Since 1988, hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in Walk MS events across the country raising critical funds and awareness for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year, the cumulative fundraising is expected to surpass $1 billion. WHEN:    April 8, 2017, 8:30 am check –in, 9:30 am start There will be food and music! WHERE:    Ball State University Alumni Center, 2800 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie, IN 47304; Route features one and three-mile courses, both…

The Peaches and Drake Alan. Photo provided.

Entertainment April 7, 2017

Kick Back and Relax with After Hours at Minnetrista: Saison de Peach

By: Sam Condon— Muncie, IN—Sit back, relax, and join our friends from The Guardian Brewing Company, at After Hours: Saison de Peach, on Friday, April 21, from 6–8:30 p.m. “Nothing welcomes spring like fresh beer,” said Visitor Experience Manager, Allison Clark. “Join our friends from The Guardian Brewing Company and enjoy tasty peach brews, along with other customer favorites at our cash bar, pub appetizers by Minnetrista Catering, and music by The Peaches and Drake Alan.” After Hours: Saison de…

Cure for snoring isn’t duct tape. Photo by: Nancy Carlson

Carlson April 7, 2017

John Carlson: Snoring Raises a Ruckus

By: John Carlson— There aren’t many physical activities I’m really good at, but one of them is definitely snoring. In noting this, I am not tooting my own horn, forgive the pun. Based on my personal knowledge, I would say I am lousy at snoring, a guy who peacefully slips off to Nappyland every night without making a peep. It’s my wife, Nan, who told me I am great at snoring. Well, she never actually “told” me so. What happened…

Tax Time at Maring-Hunt Library. Photo provided.

Non-Profit April 6, 2017

Get Free One-On-One Tax Help at Maring-Hunt Library

By: Susan Fisher— Muncie, IN—The tax deadline is Tuesday, April 18 and the trained and certified tax preparation volunteers of the AARP Tax Aide program are ready to help! The AARP Tax Aide program will be at Maring-Hunt Library from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday until April 14 to prepare and file taxes for those who need assistance. AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) is offering the service, but people do not need to be retirees…

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Health April 6, 2017

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Earns Leader in LGBTQ Designation

By: Dawn Brand Fluhler—  Nationwide, only 300 healthcare providers earned the “Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality” designation Muncie, IN– IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital recently announced its “Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality” designation from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC), the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization. The designation was reported in the 10th edition of the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), reflecting on a decade of progress in LGBTQ healthcare. A…