Articles by Mike Rhodes

A brief walk with your dog is a great way to 'get moving.' Photo by story blocks

Health April 4, 2023

April is a Great Time to ‘Move More’

American Heart Association offers tips to inspire activity and enhance well-being By Tim Harms, American Heart Association— INDIANAPOLIS — One in four U.S. adults are sitting for longer than eight hours each day, and this lack of activity is bad for mental and physical health. The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is urging adults to move more and sit less throughout the day. April, designated as Move More Month, is…

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Muncie City Council meeting. Screenshot from March 8th video.

Government April 3, 2023

Muncie City Council to Consider Resolution on Ethics Commission

By Jeff Robinson, City Council President— MUNCIE, IN– On Monday, April 3rd, City Council will consider a resolution, proposed by City Council President, Jeff Robinson, to create an Ethics Advisory Committee with the charge to define and create an Ethics Commission for the City of Muncie over the next eighteen months. The first of its kind, the resolution is expected to pass with bipartisan support. The Ethics Advisory Committee is proposed to be a seven-person committee, consisting of a professional…

Caught on camera. Photographed with a Nikon 4800Z High Eyepoint, ISO 400, F/16@1/400.

Non-Profit April 1, 2023

Rare, Legendary Creature Spotted Along the Mississinewa River

 Sasquatch migratory range may be expanding into Indiana By Kelley V. Phillips— MUNCIE, IN—A large bipedal ape-like creature was recently spotted along the Mississinewa River in northern Delaware County. The animal was described to be larger than the average man, an estimated 8-9 feet tall, and appeared to be a rusty brown color. Descriptions of the creature closely resemble what other communities have designated a Sasquatch (Criptid magnumpedites).   Though known to inhabit the large forests of northern California, Oregon, and…

Daniel Gurule, Manager of Donor Relations for The Arc of Indiana Foundation and Erskine Green Training Institute interacts with Mandy Williams, Vice President of Programs at LifeStream Services, Inc., during a peer group meeting in 2022.

Non-Profit March 31, 2023

Nonprofit Support Network Creates Online Community for Local Nonprofits with New Listserv

By Carly Acree King, Nonprofit Support Network— MUNCIE, IN—Nonprofit Support Network is excited to announce the launch of a nonprofit listserv, the organization’s first service available to organizations serving or located in Muncie and Delaware County. This free email discussion tool will provide another way for nonprofit organizations to connect, share, and learn by building a remote community. “Recently, many organizations have asked us for an easier way to communicate with each other and connect with others in the sector,” shared Carly…

Canan Commons located at 600 S Walnut St, Muncie, IN is the home of all Muncie Three Trails Music Series concerts. Photo by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment March 31, 2023

Muncie Three Trails Music Series Announces 2023 Lineup

 By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Three Trails Music Series is pleased to officially announce its 2023 lineup. This will be the 10th season in which the series presents critically acclaimed national recording artists in four FREE concerts at Canan Commons in downtown Muncie. All shows begin at 7 PM and are all ages. Complete information on the series and all artists, including samples of their music, can be found at www.munciethreetrails.com. Blues greats Tommy Castro & the Painkillers will…

Flame, by Patricia Nelson, copper, silver and crystal, 6" x 6" x 5", 1999

Entertainment March 31, 2023

Pat Nelson and the Ball State Metals + Jewelry Program to be Featured at Gordy’s

By Carl Schafer— MUNCIE IN – Gordy Fine Art & Framing exhibition party for Legacies:  Pat Nelson and the Ball State Metals + Jewelry Program, Thursday April 6, from 5 – 8 pm. Gordy is proud to highlight the history and legacy of the Metals + Jewelry Program in the School of Art at Ball State in a new exhibit on Thursday April 6, 5 – 8 pm.  For nearly four decades, Distinguished Professor Pat Nelson led the program and…

Lucas Oil Stadium Robotics Championships. Photo provided

Education March 30, 2023

Three Robotics Teams from Delaware County Qualify for World Championship

By Ryan Hunter, TechWise Academy— DELAWARE COUNTY, IN—Over 125 elementary school and 100 middle school robotics teams from across Indiana competed at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 25th in the VEX Robotics State Championship. This represents the largest state championship in the entire country. Teams have been working since early Fall to design, build, and program a robot to complete various tasks on a 6ft x 8ft field. In competition, they are collaborating real-time with students from other schools to maximize…

Dr. Aaron Goodpaster and student. Photo provided

Education March 30, 2023

Science Labs and Their Impact at Ivy Tech

By Lesley DeVoss, Ivy Tech Community College— MUNCIE, IN– The science labs at Ivy Tech Community College Muncie-Henry County impact the college across the Schools and Campuses statewide. The space, located in the lower level of the John and Janice Fisher Building at 345 South High Street, Muncie, IN 47305, is set up to run high-level chemistry and biology classes. Organic chemistry, a class that holds interest for students wanting to go into pre-med has been one of the highlights…

Cornerstone Center for the Arts is located at 520 E. Washington Street in Muncie. Photo by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment March 29, 2023

First Thursday Will Shine at Cornerstone on April 6th

Local Artists to Display and Sell Work at Cornerstone By Dee McKinsey— MUNCIE, IN— Artists participating in the First Thursday, Cornerstone Center for the Arts new monthly arts show, will be displaying their art in the Great Room on the second floor of the building at 520 E. Main Street on April 6 from 5-8 p.m. Community artists/creatives displaying in April include Cornerstone Center for the Arts staff artists Eugene Boyd, community artists Crosby Family Art, Val Kelley, Jill Palumbo, Ronn…

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Entertainment March 29, 2023

Now Accepting Enrollment for Summer Camps at Minnetrista

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— The warmer weather is a reminder that the school year is almost over and summer is on its way. Now is the perfect time for caregivers to consider fun activities that keep their kiddos engaged and entertained. Minnetrista is now accepting enrollment for Summer Camps, four unique day camps for kids ages 9 -14, created to inspire learning and cultivate creativity. Junior Chefs Cooking Camp—June 5–9; 9 a.m.–1 p.m.  Campers will learn how to create…