Articles by Mike Rhodes

Muncie Organizations Partner To Offer Health and Beauty Show at Madjax

By Emily Helms – MUNCIE, IN—On April 29, local health and beauty professionals will partner with community organizations to host a health and beauty show at Madjax Maker Force. The event is part of the statewide Indiana Black Barbershop Health Initiative (IBBHI), the goal of which is to educate and empower Black men to “to better understand the potential risk factors in their health through screening and education,” according to the IBBHI’s website. Participating barbers and health and beauty professionals…

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YMCA Announces ‘Strong Futures’ Capital Campaign for New Downtown Facility

By Kristen McConnell, YMCA— MUNCIE, IN—Leaders from the community gathered yesterday to announce the YMCA’s capital campaign for a new facility, located on the campus of Muncie Central High School, that reaches into the community, leveraging partnerships with Muncie Community Schools, IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Open Door Health Services, Muncie Area Career Center and Ball State University’s Healthy Lifestyle Center. Designed to be a healthy gathering place for people of all ages and backgrounds, it has already proven to…


IU Health Ball Wound Healing Center Recognized for Clinical Excellence

By Courtney Schmoll— MUNCIE, IN—IU Health Ball physicians, leaders, and clinicians gathered today to recognize their outpatient Wound Healing Center, a recipient of the Center of Distinction award by Healogics®, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months, including a patient satisfaction rate higher than 92 percent. “We are so proud of our team at the Wound Healing Center,” said Terry Pence, vice president – operations, IU Health Ball….


Apply for Delaware County’s ‘Housing Choice Voucher Program’ Beginning April 18th

By Leslie Griffin, WMUN radio— MUNCIE, IN—Delaware County Housing Authority (DCHA) is accepting applications for its Housing Choice Voucher Program, also known as Section 8. The program is available to families residing in Delaware County outside of the Muncie City limits. However, there are preferences for applicants whose head of household, spouse, or sole member is 62 years of age or older or disabled by HUD’s definition. The program is open to all families who meet the income eligibility requirements….


Minnetrista Announces the 2023 Garden Fair

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— Minnetrista Museum & Garden’s annual Garden Fair is a must-attend for anyone with a green thumb and those looking for an incredible weekend filled with food, music, and fun. This two-day community event on May 12 and 13 is the perfect destination for foodies, music lovers, and garden enthusiasts alike. At Garden Fair, you’ll discover a world of beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to enhance your summer gardening projects. Meet and learn from vendors…


‘Impact Day’ to Be Held at BSU Alumni Center on April 18th

By Mike Martin— MUNCIE, IN—The City of Muncie and the Miller College of Business at Ball State University are excited to finally share some of the innovations that have come out of Impact X, a free community class that has been taught at BSU over the last year. Beginning in the fall semester of 2022, the City of Muncie and Ball State University started a collaboration to offer a free community class to all Muncie residents. “The idea was to…


Muncie Comic Con Will Return for its Second Year on April 15, 2023

By Christina Blanch— MUNCIE, IN— Muncie Comic Con will return for its second year April 15, 2023 at the Delaware County Fairgrounds.  Doors to the Heartland Building will open at 10:00 am and will close at 5:00 pm. Tickets are $10 and children under 10 are free. VIP tickets are $15.00 which allows early entrance at 9:30 am and also includes a free exclusive Muncie Comic Con print by award winning cartoonist, Art Baltazar. There will be vendors selling comic…


29th Annual Rotary VIVA Award Winners Announced

By Muncie Rotary Clubs— MUNCIE, IN — The Muncie Noon Rotary Club, Sunrise Rotary Club, and PrimeTrust Federal Credit Union recognized six individuals at the 29th annual Very Important Volunteer Awards (V!VA) luncheon held on April 11, 2023, at the Horizon Convention Center. The V!VA Awards were developed in 1993 as a gift to the Muncie community by the Muncie Rotary Club to recognize Delaware County’s proud volunteer heritage. The event rewards, reinforces, and inspires local volunteers to aspire to…


The Innovation Connector: More Than Just a Building

By Ted A. Baker, CEO/Executive Director, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Innovation Connector business incubator is located at the corner of White River Blvd and Jackson Street in Muncie, IN. Since its opening in 2008, the Innovation Connector has welcomed thousands of guests who have attended programs in the facility, sought business advice and coaching, leased office space to start or grow a business, or participated in an event.  The Innovation Connector hosts meetings for many businesses and…


Muncie Community Schools Teachers to Receive $3,000 to $5,000 Pay Raise

Minimum starting salary now $51,000 By Andy Klotz— MUNCIE, IN– For the fourth consecutive year, the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees has approved significant salary increases for its teachers. All current, full-time certified teachers will receive a minimum raise of $3,000 beginning in the 2023-24 school year. Teachers deemed “highly effective” will receive an additional $2,000 in salary while those classified as “effective” will get an additional $1,000. The latest increase will keep MCS near the top of…