Articles by Mike Rhodes

‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written By Mason Barton

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Mrs. Qualls’ and Mrs. Giordanos’ classes at Wapahani high school. Historical veteran photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This year’s Letters to Veterans is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South…

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‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written By Emma

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Mrs. Qualls’ and Mrs. Giordanos’ classes at Wapahani high school. Historical veteran photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This year’s Letters to Veterans is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South…


Military Veterans and Business Startups

By Ted Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—While we pause this time of year to honor and celebrate the brave women and men who have served our great nation as part of the military, it is important to understand that securing employment or other revenue-generating opportunities becomes an important part of their reentry into civilian life.  We are thankful for the many employers who make it part of their business’s mission to hire and employ veterans.  During their…


‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written By Isaac Andrews

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Mrs. Qualls’ and Mrs. Giordanos’ classes at Wapahani high school. Historical veteran photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This year’s Letters to Veterans is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South…


Navigating Your Way to Health Insurance: Open Enrollment for Health Insurance is Happening Now

By Jenni Marsh— MUNCIE, IN—From November 1 to January 15, people not eligible for Medicare, Medicaid, or affordable employer insurance can shop for healthcare plans at Healthcare.gov. As the Public Health Emergency put in place during the pandemic is ending, Indiana is doing redeterminations. If you have recently lost your Medicaid Coverage, Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), or Hoosier Healthwise (HHW) coverage, now is the time to explore your options on the Marketplace. However, there is more to understanding the most…


Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Invites Community Santas to Brighten Children’s Holidays

By Amy Gibson— MUNCIE, IN—The holiday season is approaching, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie is reaching out to the community for support in making this time of year brighter for children who may be facing challenging circumstances. We cordially invite all community members with a giving spirit to join us in spreading joy and ensuring a happier holiday season for the children we serve. There are three meaningful ways to support our mission: —Toy Drive – Make…


Annual ‘All Aboard Workshop’ Connects Community Members with Nonprofit Board Opportunities

By Carly Acree King— MUNCIE, IN —Community members from East Central Indiana are invited to attend the annual All Aboard: Board Leadership in Action Workshop on Thursday, November 16, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the YWCA of Central Indiana, located at 310 E. Charles Street in downtown Muncie. This free event is hosted by Shafer Leadership Academy and Nonprofit Support Network in partnership with Heart of Indiana United Way, Ball State Office of Immersive…


‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written By Emilee Thompson

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Mrs. Qualls’ and Mrs. Giordanos’ classes at Wapahani high school. Historical veteran photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This year’s Letters to Veterans is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South…


Indiana & Michigan Power Releases Results of Thermostat Survey

By Indiana Michigan Power— FORT WAYNE — Have you worn your winter coat indoors before turning on the heat? Adjusted the temperature when no one was looking? Never have we ever shared these secrets – until now. In coordination with October’s National Energy Awareness Month, Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) invited customers to share feedback on their thermostat practices. This year’s questions came as a “Thermostat Never Have I Ever” survey with responses revealing a homeowner’s unique comfort level during fall…


‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written By Justice Smith

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Mrs. Qualls’ and Mrs. Giordanos’ classes at Wapahani high school. Historical veteran photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This year’s Letters to Veterans is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South…