Articles by Mike Rhodes

Education May 2, 2025

Ball State University Spring Commencement To Be Held on May 3

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State’s Class of 2025 Spring Commencement ceremonies will take place on Saturday, May 3. The main ceremony is being held at 10 a.m. in the Quad, with individual college ceremonies to follow throughout the day at Worthen Arena and Emens Auditorium. Times, locations, and details of the Spring Commencement ceremonies are as follows: » 10 a.m.—Main Ceremony in the Quad: Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns and Commencement speaker Kayla Davion, ’17, will address the attendees, the doctoral and…

Health May 2, 2025

YMCA of Muncie’s Cycle-A-Thon in Support of Cancer Survivors to Take Place on May 17

By Sophie Bohanon— MUNCIE, IN—The YMCA of Muncie will be hosting their second Pedal for a Purpose: Cycle-A-Thon in support of their LIVESTRONG cancer survivor program. This year’s YMCA of Muncie and Ed’s Carpet & Flooring Cycle-A-Thon will be held on Saturday, May 17th from 8am to 12pm. LIVESTRONG is a free program for cancer survivors. Each session of Livestrong focuses on improving cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, balance, flexibility, and emotional wellbeing. The instructors meet participants where they are, encouraging…

Portrait of "Erica" as photographed by Ronn Brown.

Entertainment May 1, 2025

Gordy Fine Art and Framing to Present Exhibition of Ronn Brown Photographs During May

By Barbara Schafer— MUNCIE, IN—Gordy Fine Art and Framing is pleased to open a new exhibition of photographs by career photographer Ronn Brown. The show will be on view from May 1—30. A native of East Central Indiana, Ronn was based in Los Angeles for over 20 years. There he focused mainly on photographing musicians, actors and models, and often worked for producers in the film and music industries. This kind of photography requires superb technical skills in operating the…

Entertainment May 1, 2025

Explore More Family Fun With New Hours and Activities at Betty’s Cabin at Minnetrista

By Brea Cunningham— Muncie, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens has announced updates to the hours at Betty’s Cabin, now welcoming families every Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from Noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free, making it the perfect weekend spot for families to come together and make unforgettable memories. Betty’s Cabin is a magical space designed to spark creativity and connection. With a rotating selection of arts and crafts supplies, games, and toys, it’s…

The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County awarded six schools with Robert P. Bell Classroom Enhancement Grants totaling more than $12K this school year. These grants are awarded to schools to enhance learning through innovative ideas, programs, or projects related to a classroom unit or lesson. Pleasant View Elementary School first-graders learned about the human body and celebrated “Doctor Day,” where students had the opportunity to dress up like a doctor, play Operation, listen to heartbeats with a real stethoscope and sort food based on food groups.

Non-Profit April 30, 2025

Teachers and Students Benefit From $12K in Grants for Creative and Innovative Classroom Projects

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Teacher Appreciation Week kicks off Monday, May 5. The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County supports teachers throughout Delaware County through Robert P. Bell Classroom Enhancement Grants. The Robert P. Bell Classroom Enhancement Grants Program at The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County provides schools with grants to support classroom projects that stimulate student learning. During the 2024-25 school year, six local schools received $12,653 in Classroom Enhancement Grants. Since the program began in…

Artist Carol Burt was one of the recipients of a 2023 Mayor's Arts Award. Photo provided.

Government, Non-Profit April 30, 2025

Nominations Open for the 2025 Mayor’s Arts Awards

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN—This year, the Mayor’s Arts Awards is marking 10 years of celebrating Muncie’s vibrant arts community. But in order to honor all of the artists, arts advocates, arts educators, arts leaders and more, we need YOUR help! Nominations are now open for the biennial 2025 Mayor’s Arts Awards, which recognizes artistic contributions to our cultural community. “The Mayor’s Arts Awards honor the artists, creatives, makers, educators, cultural leaders, and organizations who fuel Muncie’s spirit and economy,” said…

From left to right: Lonna Jordan, Edward Fuse, Melvin Kelly, Taylor Green, Ken Hudson.

Education April 29, 2025

Ivy Tech Muncie-Henry County Donates Technology to Brothers 2 Brothers United

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN— Ivy Tech Community College Muncie-Henry County continues its commitment to community engagement by supporting Brothers 2 Brothers United, a local nonprofit dedicated to mentoring and empowering young men. Ivy Tech was connected to the organization when Corbin Black, Ivy+ Career Link Program Manager, was introduced to Brothers 2 Brothers United founder, Melvin Kelly. During their conversation, Kelly indicated that they needed assistance in setting up their computers and network. Black connected Kelly to Mike Kingsley,…

Education April 29, 2025

Ball State University Named ‘Opportunity College and University’ By Carnegie Classification

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State University has been named an “Opportunity College and University” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, recognizing the University as a national model for advancing student success and long-term economic outcomes. This recognition comes through the new Student Access and Earnings Classification, developed by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the American Council on Education. The classification evaluates institutions based on their ability to serve students from the…

Business April 29, 2025

Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Announces the 2025 Legacy Award Recipient

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— The Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Dr. Jeffery C. Bird has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Legacy Award. The award will be presented at the Legacy Dinner on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Horizon Convention Center. The Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Legacy Award is presented annually to an individual or individuals who have made extraordinary, sustained, and positive contributions to the Muncie-Delaware County community at large,…

A young woman smoking. Photo by storyblocks.

Health April 28, 2025

A Healthier Summer Starts Now: Quit Tobacco For Good

By Jordan Moss and John Disher— MUNCIE, IN—With warmer weather and longer days, now is the perfect time to take charge of your health and say goodbye to tobacco—whether that means smoking, vaping, or using other nicotine products. This season offers countless opportunities to stay active and engaged, making it easier to break free from addiction. More Hoosiers Are Quitting Every Year Indiana’s adult smoking rate has dropped from 21% to 16%, a promising sign that more people are choosing…

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