Articles by Mike Rhodes

Downtown Muncie YMCA.

Non-Profit October 16, 2023

Muncie Women of Color Invites Prospective Members

By Tania Said— MUNCIE, IN – Muncie Women of Color (MWOC) invites prospective members to join Muncie’s newest membership-based community organization. Prospective female members who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or as a woman of color are invited to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, October 19, at 5:30 pm at the Muncie downtown YWCA, 310 E. Charles St., with the founding members, who are: ● Dafina Carter ● Stephanie Cunningham ● Daniella Flowers ● Tracina Greenleaf ● Rigel Jackson ●…

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Education October 12, 2023

Muncie Central Alumni Association Annual Dinner and Meeting Set for Nov. 3rd

By Sheryl Swingley—  MUNCIE, IN—Reservations for the Muncie Central Alumni Association dinner and annual meeting are due Monday, Oct 23. Attendees do not have to be a member of the association to attend. Check-in for the event will take place from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, in the Muncie Central High School cafeteria. Attendees should enter the west door from the north parking lot. Reservations for the event are $18 per person. Checks payable to the Muncie Central…

Photo provided by First Merchants

Business October 12, 2023

First Merchants Bank Remains Community Focused as it Continues to Grow

By Stacey A. Shannon— MUNCIE, IN—First Merchants Bank is a familiar name for residents of Delaware County – as it should be since the bank recently celebrated its 130th anniversary. With locations in four states, First Merchants Bank has grown into a large corporation, yet is still headquartered right here in our backyard. However, its focus remains on being a community bank and enhancing the financial wellness of the diverse communities the bank serves. “Our focus is to stay true…

From Left: Mayor Ridenour, Aaron Nicholson, Leon Crosby, Kelsey Timmerman, J.R. Jamison, Carol Burt, Mary Arnette-Delaney, David Dale, Erin Williams (winners not pictured: Janice Shimizu, Rick and Jeanne Zeigler, Lil Jay Jay). Photo by Michelle Heimlich.

Non-Profit October 11, 2023

Here Are the Winners of the 2023 Muncie Mayor’s Arts Awards

By Erin Williams— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts), in conjunction with the City of Muncie, celebrated the 5th biennial Mayor’s Arts Awards on Saturday, September 30, at Southside Middle School, with receptions at Munsee Lanes. If you missed the ceremony and want to catch the performances, it will be broadcast on Thursday, October 12, at 9 p.m. and on Sunday, October 15 at 12:00 p.m. on Ball State PBS. More information at www.ballstatepbs.org. The Mayor’s Arts Awards…

The Ross Community Center is located at 1110 W 10th St, Muncie, IN 47302. Photo provided

Non-Profit October 11, 2023

Ross Community Center: Part of an Event-filled Fall Saturday, With Solar Eclipse, Too

By Molly Flodder— MUNCIE, IN—Is it possible to shop for Christmas on a busy fall day in Delaware County? In spite of all the fall farm activities, farmers’ markets, Ball State University football game and several other events—it is. This Saturday, October 14, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. the Ross Community Center, 1110 W. 10th Street, Muncie, will host an Art and Gift Fair during which more than 20 local artists and vendors will display and sell their wares. That occasion,…

Historical photo courtesy of The Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office.

Health October 11, 2023

IU Health Will Offer 25 Free Lung Cancer Screenings on Veteran’s Day to Honor Local Veterans

By Liz Yates— MUNCIE, IN— IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital and End Lung Cancer Now, an initiative of the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, are proud to announce a special event that will be taking place on Veteran’s Day this year. 25 free lung cancer screenings will be available to local veterans as a token of our gratitude for their service and dedication to our nation. The event will take place on November 11th, 2023, from…

Cheyenne Carter. Photo provided

Education October 10, 2023

Cheyenne Carter—Member of Pridemark Construction’s ‘Future Leaders of America’ Series

By Stacey Shannon— Editor’s note: The Future Leaders of America series profiles high school seniors who display leadership qualities in their school and the community. The series is brought to you by Pridemark Construction. COWAN, IN—Juggling a variety of sports, activities and academics is challenging for high school students. But, Cowan Junior/Senior High School senior Cheyenne Carter has developed strategies to make it all work. Carter, who is a member of the softball, basketball and volleyball teams at her school,…

Installation shot of Fibers of Being: Textiles from Asia in the David Owsley Museum of Art's Collection. Savannah Calhoun, photographer.

Education, Non-Profit October 10, 2023

Ball State’s David Owsley Museum of Art Showcases Textiles from Asia in New Special Exhibition

By Rachel Buckmaster— MUNCIE, Indiana – The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University is presenting its first show featuring textiles from across Asia. This special exhibition will be on display through Dec. 21, 2023.  Fibers of Being: Textiles from Asia in the David Owsley Museum of Art’s Collection explores the layered meanings of textiles translocated from Asia to the United States as they cross geographical, cultural, and temporal boundaries. Many garments and accessories in the show have not…

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Education October 9, 2023

‘Benny is Calling’ Alumni Back to Ball State University for Homecoming, Oct. 16-21

By Ball State Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, IN – Ball State University’s 97th Homecoming celebration kicks off this year on Oct. 16, as Cardinals across the globe are invited back to campus to show pride in their alma mater. The week-long celebration culminates Oct. 21 with the Cardinals’ home football contest against Central Michigan at Scheumann Stadium. Tickets for the game are available on the Ball State Athletics website. “Our Homecoming theme this year, ‘Benny is Calling,’ is so fitting,…

In Indiana, more than 40% of women and 26% of men experience some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime. Photo by storyblocks

Health October 9, 2023

The Importance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month

By Eric M. Hoffman, Delaware County Prosecuting Attorney—  MUNCIE, IN – The month of October offers a time to spotlight domestic violence in Indiana and across our country during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Did you know that domestic violence occurs in all communities and affects individuals from all demographic categories, with at least 1 in 3 women and 1 in 7 men experiencing domestic violence in their lifetime? In Indiana, more than 40 percent of women and more than 26…