Articles by Mike Rhodes

American Revolution Patriots Day Celebration in Muncie

By Mary Avila— MUNCIE, IN—Please join the members of the Paul Revere Chapter of DAR as we celebrate the past, present, and future significance of the American Revolution in our lives and in our community. When: Thursday, April 13, 2023 1:30-3pm Where: Historic Beech Grove Cemetery Chapel 1400 West Kilgore Ave, Muncie 47305 Parking along drive around building. What: A program to honor Patriots Day, the anniversary of the first battles of the American Revolutionary War at Lexington and Concord,…

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Cornerstone Artist is Restoring Original Stenciling

By Dee McKinsey— MUNCIE, IN—Cornerstone Artist Matt Blanchfield is lovingly working to restore the nearly 100-year-old stencils in the walls of the Heritage Room at the Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St., before Cornerstone’s Centennial Celebration in 2026. This is not the easiest task. The stencils are on plaster, some of which needs to be repaired before the stencils, which were hand cut 100 years ago, can be painted on. The paint colors also must match the…


Ivy Tech’s First Day of Giving to Support Next Generation of Hoosier Leaders

Nation’s largest singly accredited community college holding statewide Ivy Tech Day on April 11 By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE,IN—For students carving out a career, a day can mean everything. On April 11, Ivy Tech alumni, friends, and people across Indiana can help the College develop the next generation of Hoosier healthcare professionals, manufacturing specialists, entrepreneurs, and others by participating in Ivy Tech Day, the College’s first-ever Day of Giving. Starting at midnight – for 24 hours – alumni and friends everywhere…


Muncie Community Prepares for Total Solar Eclipse in 2024

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—On April 8, the City of Muncie hosted a press conference to share information about 2024’s Total Solar Eclipse. The eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8, the first to reach Muncie in over 1,000 years. Another nearby total solar eclipse will not occur until 2099, and Muncie will not be in the path of totality. “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity,” stated Mayor Dan Ridenour. “We are so excited to make the most…


IU Health Ball Welcomes Patients to New Mother/Baby Unit

By Courtney Schmoll— MUNCIE, IN—IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie welcomed the first patients to its new mother/baby unit on January 17, 2023. The recently unveiled addition is the final project in the hospital’s twelve-year, $112 million North Tower renovation. The new unit houses both labor/delivery and mother/baby specialties. Prior to the renovation, both teams worked on the same floor, but in separate spaces. Now, the two nurses’ stations are together, and the floor is one, continuous unit with…


Heekin Park Welcomes New ‘Muncie Memory Spiral’

By Rick Zeigler on behalf of Community Enhancement Projects— MUNCIE, IN—If you have recently driven by Heekin Park along Memorial Drive, you may have noticed construction at the corner of Memorial and Hackley, as well as a new sign saying “Heekin Park – Muncie Memory Spiral.”  This is the latest project of Community Enhancement Projects, also known as CEP. The Muncie Memory Spiral is an 800’ spiral pathway and garden that will be a beautiful new feature in Heekin Park that…


Kindergarten Roundup and Open Enrollment at Muncie Community Schools Next Week

Editor’s note: The dates and times below have been updated. Preschool registration for 4-year-olds also available By Andy Klotz, MCS— MUNCIE, IN –Muncie Community Schools (MCS) will be holding kindergarten roundup in each of its six elementary schools next week. This is an opportunity for families to register their 5-year-olds for the 2023-24 school year and to ask teachers and administrators any questions they may have. The schedule will be as follows: Grissom Elementary:  Wednesday, April 12, 3:30-5:30 p.m. West…


Stedman Graham Workshop to be Presented by Ball State’s Lifelong Learning Program

By Jennifer Criss— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State University will be hosting an exciting one-day workshop through its Lifelong Learning Program at the Fisher’s Center for Academic and Economic Innovation in Fishers, Indiana. This is a great opportunity for employers to develop and upskill their leadership teams. Businesses can use Lifetime Learning to build talent pipelines or to upskill existing talent to fill open positions. On April 19th, employers have an opportunity to develop their leadership teams and emerging leaders through a one-time all-day workshop…


Rialzo XII To Be Held on Saturday, May 6th At Horizon Convention Center

By Hannah Dunckel, Meridian Health Services— MUNCIE, IN—Travel through the rabbit hole to a world of wonderment and surprise at Meridian Health Services’ Rialzo XII – Wonderland where “Nothing’s Impossible!” This year’s Alice in Wonderland-themed charity gala will be held on Saturday, May 6 and will return to the Horizon Convention Center in Muncie where Rialzo was hosted for its first ten years. Meridian Health Services and presenting sponsor, Pridemark Construction, invite you to enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing and…


Indiana & Michigan Power Expanding Clean Energy Generation

4 new Indiana solar power plants to boost reliability, sustainability of energy grid By Tracey Warner— FORT WAYNE – Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) is taking steps to significantly expand the volume of clean energy powering our customers’ homes and businesses. I&M filed plans with state authorities for four solar power plants capable of generating power for more than 200,000 typical homes by mid-2026. In a related significant step, I&M is also seeking new proposals for a combination of additional energy…