Articles by Mike Rhodes

The projector inside the Charles W. Brown Planetarium. Photo provided

Entertainment July 20, 2023

Charles W. Brown Planetarium Fall 2023 (Aug.- Dec.) Free Show Schedule

By Planetarium Staff— MUNCIE, IN—All regular planetarium programs are free of charge, cash donations are accepted at the door. No tickets or reservations are required for public planetarium shows except for our annual “Astronomy SLAM!”. Due to construction being done on the Cooper Science Complex, select parking and pathway access to the planetarium is blocked off. Plan to arrive early to safely navigate the area and arrive on time for the program. Visit our location and transportation webpage for up-to-date information….

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Nonprofit professionals learn from Jeri Pat Gabbert with The Fund Raising School at IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy during a fundraising training course hosted by Nonprofit Support Network in Muncie. File photo.

Non-Profit July 20, 2023

Nonprofit Support Network Invites Proposals for Break-out Sessions at Inaugural Nonprofit Summit

By Carly Acree King, Nonprofit Support Network— MUNCIE, IN —Nonprofit Support Network is accepting proposals for break-out sessions for its first-ever Nonprofit Summit on Wednesday, October 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 pm at Horizon Convention Center. The summit will highlight the impact of collaboration through educational sessions, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities for nonprofit professionals across the sector. “Our region is home to an incredible nonprofit sector, filled with dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to make a difference,” shared Carly…

Groundbreaking for the new YMCA facility. Photo by Matt Howell

Business, Non-Profit July 19, 2023

Community Gathers for YMCA of Muncie’s ‘Bold Vision, Strong Futures’ Capital Campaign Groundbreaking

By Kristen McConnell— MUNCIE, IN—Leaders from the community gathered to break ground for the YMCA’s new facility 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 be a catalyst for collaboration…

Photo by B. Byrum

Non-Profit July 19, 2023

July 31st is Deadline for Submissions to Red-tail’s Growing Home™  Habitat Certification program

By Kelley V. Phillips—  MUNCIE, IN – Red-tail Land Conservancy seeks individuals and organizations of east central Indiana who have naturally-landscaped yards to apply for Growing Home™ Habitat Certification before the submission deadline on July 31. Growing Home™ is a backyard habitat program for east central Indiana from Red-tail Land Conservancy. The program is designed to empower community members to rethink how their yard or garden can also serve birds, bees, butterflies, and other beneficial wildlife. Criteria for habitat certification…

Celebratory balloons and a new sign and name greet patients as they enter the former Internists Associated building. Photo by Mike Rhodes

Health July 17, 2023

Internists Associated Adopts New Name, Announces Building Expansion

By Brooklyn Morris— MUNCIE, IN—One of Muncie’s only family owned and operated health care practices has changed its name ahead of a major expansion. Internists Associated, located on Royale Drive in Muncie, will now do business as Muncie Primary Care. Its five doctors, two nurse practitioners and more than 30 staff members provide primary health care for adults age 18 to 100-plus. Muncie Primary Care was founded in its present location in 1981 by Dr. Steve Allen and his wife, nurse Cindy Allen….

Fire UP Downtown is coming to Muncie on August 5th. Volunteers are needed.

Entertainment July 14, 2023

Apply Now for Volunteer Opportunities at ‘Fire Up Downtown’ To Be Held on August 5th

By Vicki Veach, Muncie Downtown Development Partnership—  MUNCE, IN—Things are heating up in downtown Muncie in anticipation of Fire Up DWNTWN: A downtown Summer StreetFest on August 5th, sponsored by Ivy Tech – Muncie. “This event drew over 11,000 visitors last year and we are expanding activities for a more enhanced event this year” said Vicki Veach, Muncie Downtown Development Partnership.  The Fire Up team is asking for your help. Over 100 volunteers will be necessary to ensure the safety…

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

Non-Profit July 14, 2023

Michael Eldon Duquette is Cornerstone’s July Featured Artist

By Dee McKinsey—  MUNCIE, IN – Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main, is pleased to welcome Michael Eldon DuQuette, mixed media artist, as the July featured artist in the Judith Barnes Gallery. DuQuette, was born in San Antonio, TX, lived in Chicago for 20 years and moved to Muncie in 2008. “His art career began in the mid 1980’s, beginning with a representational style, moving through impressionism and cubism to abstract expressionism with realism mixed in. DuQuette’s work…

Apartment complex electric meters are pictured. Photo by storyblocks.

Business July 13, 2023

Need Help With Your Electric Bill? I&M Has a Program That Might Help

By Kara Stevenson — FORT WAYNE, IN – The landscape of our communities is changing at an accelerated speed. Prices for essential items have steadily risen, COVID-19 has affected employment for many, and where we spend our time – and money now takes more careful consideration. Despite an evolving normal, the center of what drives the work we do at Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) will never change: Our customers.  On top of powering our communities, we also prioritize providing comfort. Many experience…

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital

Health July 12, 2023

IU Health Ball is Nationally Recognized for Commitment to High-Quality Stroke Care

By Vicki Delzeith, Marketing and Community Outreach, IU Health Ball, Blackford and Jay—  MUNCIE, IN – IU Health Ball has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke GoldPlus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A…

Photo provided by Ball State University

Education July 12, 2023

Students From Uzbekistan and Ball State Volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank

By Lorell “Landa” Bagley— MUNCIE, IN—Fifteen college students from Uzbekistan—hosted by Ball State University as part of a new, 21-day exchange program this summer—volunteered alongside Ball State students at Muncie’s Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana on July 3rd. This was one of several activities which occurred as part of the exchange program, U.S./Uzbekistan Network and International Exchange for Development (UNITED). During the 21 days (June 15-July 6),  visiting college students and faculty learned and worked alongside Ball…