2017

Dr. Peter Voss named medical director of surgical specialties for IU Health Ball Memorial Physicians. Photo provided.

Health January 13, 2017

IU Health Ball Memorial Physicians Names New Surgical Specialties Medical Director

By: Dawn Brand Fluhler— MUNCIE, IN –Dr. Peter Voss has been named medical director of surgical specialties for IU Health Ball Memorial Physicians. “Dr. Voss has been a pillar of the medical community in East Central Indiana for his entire career,” said Jeff Bird MD, chief medical officer, chief operating officer IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. “We are thrilled to be able to leverage his passion and enthusiasm for his role as a physician leader to better serve our patients.” Dr….

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The last MSO MLK, Jr. concert with Expression of Praise is pictured. Photo provided.

Entertainment January 13, 2017

Muncie Symphony Orchestra Presents A Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Concert on Sunday

By: Jennifer Johnson— Muncie, IN – As part of the community-wide celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Muncie Symphony Orchestra will present a Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Concert this Sunday, January 15, 4 pm, at the Southside Middle School auditorium.  This concert is FREE and open to the public In its second year, this MLK, Jr. Memorial concert is part of the Together in Music project – striving to share the joy of live orchestral music and forging…

Tea just doesn't cut it for a coffee person. Photo by: Nancy Carlson

Carlson January 13, 2017

John Carlson: Only Tea to Drink? Yuk

By: John Carlson— Lately I’ve been drinking tea at my writing desk, which has been fine in every respect but one. I hate tea. OK, OK. Hate is a very strong word, as Nan always reminds me when I say things like, “I hate french fries without ketchup,” or, “ I hate it when my jockey shorts ride way the heck up,” or, “I hate trying to touch my toes.” So let’s just say, I dislike tea very, very much….

Ball State's online MBA, nursing and education programs all ranked in the top 20 in U.S. News & World Report's 2017 “Best Online Programs.” Photo provided.

Education January 12, 2017

Ball State University’s Online Graduate Programs Ranked Among Nation’s Best

MUNCIE, IN – Three graduate programs at Ball State University are ranked in the top 20 in the country in U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 “Best Online Programs.” The magazine ranked the university’s online master in business administration (MBA) at 12th, with nursing at 13th and education at 16th. The publication also ranked Ball State’s online bachelor’s programs at 36th. In 2016,education was 11th, MBA was 12th and nursing was 23rd while online bachelor’s programs were 34th. Ball State has a tradition…

Ashley Williams. Photo provided.

Non-Profit January 12, 2017

Ashley Williams Promoted to Director of Program Services at YOC

By: Amy Leffingwell— Muncie, IN—The Youth Opportunity Center is proud to announce the promotion of Ashley Williams to Director of Program Services.  Her primary responsibility as Director of Program Services is to supervise the program services chain, including the Residential Director, TASC (Treatment of Adolescents in Secure Care) Director, Support Services Director, and the Director of Admissions. Ashley began her employment at the YOC in 2003. She most recently served as the TASC Program Director, to which she credits her ability to…

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Education January 12, 2017

Ivy Tech Community College East Central Region Board of Trustees Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the Regional Board of Trustees of Ivy Tech Community College East Central Region will meet in Executive Session at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at the Ivy Tech Muncie Fisher Campus, 345 South High Street. The East Central Regional Board of Trustees will hold a regular Board meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at the Ivy Tech Muncie Fisher Campus, 345 South High Street. Reports from the Region’s staff will be…

Jeff Howe speaks at Tuesday afternoon's press conference at Boys & Girls Club of Muncie. Photo provided.

Non-Profit January 11, 2017

Champions for Safe Community Awards $132,000 in 2016

By: Melinda Stanley— Muncie, IN—Champions for a Safe Community has announced its cumulative funding to 17 East Central Indiana community non-profit organizations totaling just over $132,000 for all of 2016. The news came at the Boys & Girls Club of Muncie, Champion’s operating and fiscal partner. “The scope of work and programs supported include such things as providing programming, services, and activities that support the prevention of violence as well as the protection and care of victims of violence; educational workshops on community…

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Education January 9, 2017

Community Foundation Awarded $1,000 to Support More Teachers in Delaware County

Muncie, IN – The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County has been awarded $1,000 by the Staples Foundation, the private charitable arm of Staples, Inc., through a program called 2 Million & Change that allows Staples associates around the globe to direct more than $2 million in donations each year. Phil Amos, general manager of the Muncie Staples, nominated The Community Foundation and acted as a local champion for this award. The grant dollars will support the Robert P….

L-R: Dea Moore-Young, Melissa DeWitt and Justin Oliver.

Education January 8, 2017

Three MCS Administrators Transition into New Roles

By: Ana Pichardo and Holly Ford— Muncie, IN—Three Muncie Community Schools administrators are transitioning to new positions within the corporation. Dea Moore-Young, former Grissom Elementary Principal, has been appointed Interim Director of Elementary Education. “I am excited about the direction MCS is going,” said Mrs. Moore-Young, “and I am very thankful that Dr. Baule has given me this opportunity to join his leadership team as we move forward in doing what is best for MCS students. I am thrilled for…

David Gregory. Photo provided.

Business January 6, 2017

David Gregory Joins MutualBank Mortgage Lending Team

Muncie, IN—David Gregory joined MutualBank’s Mortgage Lending team in the fall of 2016, but isn’t new to the mortgage industry. He’s invested more than 30 years into helping clients fulfill their dream of home ownership. By this experience and exposure, David is well versed and can assist in any of these areas on behalf of his client: home purchases, refinances, home equity lines and loans, construction and lot loans. Whether a simple or complex mortgage, David works diligently to identify…