2021

By Kelley Phillips— ECI land trust with local artists and author have published a book of paintings and poetry. Muncie, IN – Red-tail Land Conservancy has published their first book, titled “A Brush with Nature,” in collaboration with the Union City Plein Air Painters and local children’s book author Laurie Lunsford. “A Brush with Nature” illustrates the actual forests, prairies, wetlands, and waterways of east central Indiana that have been preserved by Red-tail. In the book, the main character is…

By Kristen McConnell— Muncie, IN—The YMCA of Muncie, in partnership with Muncie Community Schools, has been approved to receive state funding to support after school programs at East Washington Academy and Southview Elementary. Through the 1008 Student Learning Recovery Grant Program Fund, the Y will Provide after school support at no cost to the families in two elementary schools. After school support is essential to getting students back on track and reducing learning loss. The Y will provide support to…

By Susan Fisher, MPL— Muncie, IN—Babies, kids, teens, and even adults can sign up for the Summer Reading Program (SRP) at Muncie Public Library (MPL). The 2021 program runs from June 14 through July 25. This year’s theme is “Tails & Tales” and kids will find fun and fascinating virtual and in-person activities and events, such as science programs, story times, and more. Most in-person events for children will be held outdoors, weather permitting. Kids can also pick up animal-themed…

By Melissa Jones— Muncie, IN— In its first round of grants for 2021, Ball Brothers Foundation’s Board of Directors approved more than $3.3 million in funding, including COVID-19 vaccine distribution and messaging support to local health organizations, and recovery and rebuilding support to Delaware County schools. The COVID-19 vaccination support totals $250,000, with grants awarded to Ball State University, Delaware County Health Department, Delaware County Office of Information, IU Health Foundation, Meridian Health Services and Open Door Health Services. These…