Articles by Mike Rhodes

Business February 13, 2024

Northwest Bank Lists Charles Street Location With Local Realtor

By Northwest Bank— COLUMBUS, OH—Northwest Bank recently announced that it’s seeking a buyer for its building located at 110 East Charles Street in Muncie, IN. With the sale, Northwest plans to remain in downtown Muncie and is actively looking for a new location to continue serving the needs of its retail and business customers. “After careful consideration, we have decided to put our East Charles Street location on the market,” said Jennifer Gibson, Northwest Bank Indiana Region President. “Over the last five years, we have been operating a branch in a facility that was originally designed to hold an entire…

Health February 13, 2024

Hoosier Businesses Seek to Transform Indiana Health Care

By Indiana Business Health Collaborative— INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Major Indiana employers recently announced the creation of the Indiana Business Health Collaborative (IBHC), a coalition of innovators, job creators, and other health care stakeholders focused on reducing health care costs, maintaining a healthy workforce, and strengthening Indiana’s economic competitiveness. This unique partnership will convene members around its five guiding principles: Collaboration Competition Education Commitment and Results These principles will help drive market-based solutions that aim to lower the cost of care in Indiana while ensuring that Hoosiers are afforded unrestricted access to the high-quality services that they rely on. Luke Messer…

Non-Profit February 12, 2024

Free February Programs at Muncie Public Library

By Susan Fisher, PR Supervisor at MPL— MUNCIE, IN—While free programs are always on the calendar at Muncie Public Library (MPL) and offer a wide variety of learning and enrichment activities for all ages, this February at MPL offers an especially stellar lineup of programs that range from live jazz, free chili, the celebration of local African American women, and even an exploration of the “Hillbilly Highway.” —Enjoy a Night of Jazz on Thursday, February 15 from 5-7 p.m. at Maring-Hunt Library at 2005 S. High Street. This adult program will include a brief presentation about the African American origins of…

Non-Profit February 9, 2024

Muncie’s Ross Community Center Turns 50

By Molly Flodder— MUNCIE, IN—Collection of documents, photos, and personal stories is underway, and events are being planned at the Ross Community Center as board, staff, volunteers, users, and neighbors begin the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary. The Garland E. Ross Recreational Center, located at 1110 W. 10th Street in the Thomas Park/Avondale neighborhood, was founded in 1974 as one of three city-run recreational centers in Muncie. The center was used for youth baseball, basketball, family gatherings, and more. The center faced challenging times after the factories closed and quality of life in the neighborhoods declined. In addition, in the…

Education February 9, 2024

Ball State University Adds Robotic Pizza Shop to Student Dining Options

Dishing Out Free Samples for February 9th’s National Pizza Day. By Ball State Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana – Ball State University Dining has announced the opening of Máka Mia Pizza®, a new robotic pizza shop located in the Jo Ann Gora Student Recreation and Wellness Center. With this innovative dining option—available now—students can buy a fresh pizza that is prepared and cooked in just 3 ½ minutes. “The new Máka Mia Pizza® robotic machine is one example of Ball State University Dining’s commitment to providing the campus community with exciting new opportunities,” said Karen Adkins, senior director of auxiliaries…

Non-Profit February 8, 2024

2024 V!VA Award Nominations Are Now Open

By Dan Wolfert— MUNCIE, Ind. — The V!VA (Very Important Volunteer Award) Awards were developed as a gift to the community in 1993 by the Muncie Noon Rotary Club and are now held in conjunction with the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club to recognize Delaware County’s proud volunteer heritage. Up to four individuals and one organization will be recognized with V!VA Awards for their volunteer efforts to the community within the past 12 months. In addition, The Edmund F. Ball Lifetime Achievement Award will be given for outstanding long-term, lifetime volunteer commitment. Each V!VA Award Recipient will receive a plaque. Eligibility…

Government February 8, 2024

Southern Terrace Moves Forward: 45 New Affordable Residences to be Constructed

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—On Tuesday, Advantix Development closed on Southern Terrace, a scattered-site development that will bring 45 new residences to Muncie. The project was awarded $1.2 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), and the homes will only be available for residents earning 30-80% of the Area Mean Income. Rent for each resident will be calculated based on income and family size. The sites include former Muncie Redevelopment Commission properties, sites from the Land Bank, and a site formerly owned by a church on 26th street. 20 of the properties will be converted into single family homes,…

Entertainment February 8, 2024

St. Patrick’s Day Parade to be Held on March 16th in Downtown Muncie

By Cheryl Crowder— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie’s 38th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held Saturday, March 16th beginning at 6:00 p.m. Lineup will begin at 4:30 p.m. at Muncie City Hall parking lot. Parade sign-in and entry will be from the Walnut Street entrance. The parade will proceed south on Walnut Street to Charles Street and return via Mulberry Street. Parade attendees are asked to line up on Walnut Street. between Wysor and Charles and on Charles from Walnut to Mulberry. No candy will be thrown until parade entries reach Wysor St. Entry Fees are as follows: Political Entries-$75 Business…

Government February 6, 2024

Downtown YMCA to be Repurposed into Apartments by True Development Solutions

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—The Downtown YMCA has been a landmark in the heart of the city since 1975. In 2022, the City of Muncie Redevelopment Commission purchased the Y building to assist in the capital campaign for a new downtown facility, and to preserve the prime location of the building. “This area of downtown is the main gathering space of downtown events….[we] plan to seek out more uses that complement and enhance the area,” commented Mayor Ridenour at the time. Now, the Y has been purchased by True Development Solutions, who have big plans to repurpose the building. Current…

Non-Profit February 5, 2024

Nonprofit Organizations Invited to Submit Proposals for Mapt Solutions Transformation Challenge

Competition winner will receive $100,000 of strategic support and funding to amplify their impact. By Jennifer Erbacher— INDIANAPOLIS — Nonprofit organizations working in Indiana have an opportunity to reimagine their futures, seize new opportunities and create transformative change through the second-annual Mapt Solutions Transformation Challenge, which launched this week. The winner of the Mapt Transformation Challenge will receive a $75,000 grant for strategic planning services with Mapt Solutions and an additional $25,000 in cash to support the organization in acting on its plans. “Organizations today face challenges like never before: ever-increasing digital innovation, customers and clients who are resource limited…

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