Articles by Mike Rhodes

Urban Light CDC's Lighthouse Recovery Home Graduate, Emily, being congratulated after her graduation. Urban Light was awarded a grant from the Maxon Foundation Fund to support this program.

Non-Profit October 21, 2022

Community Foundation Awards $380K to Community Organizations in September and October

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Grants totaling $380,809 were awarded from The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County to benefit the community between September and October 2022. Most grants are awarded through permanently endowed funds that benefit our community today and always. Robert P. Bell Education Grants are awarded to teachers with innovative ideas, programs, or projects related to a classroom unit or lesson. Grants range from $50 to $600 and support projects designed to stimulate students’ learning. The following…

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Lillian Haley photo by Stacey Shannon

Education October 20, 2022

Lillian Haley—Member of Pridemark Construction’s ‘Future Leaders of America’ Series

By Stacey Shannon— MUNCIE, Ind.—Editor’s note: The Future Leaders of America series profiles high school seniors who display leadership qualities in their school and the community. The series is brought to you by Pridemark Construction. Focused is one word that describes Daleville Junior/Senior High School senior Lillian Haley. She decided on a career in first grade and has spent her high school career focusing on academics and school involvement. Haley has been on her school’s academic team since ninth grade…

Nosferatu is a silent, black-and-white film. Photo provided

Entertainment October 20, 2022

Orchestra Indiana Celebrates Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror for Film’s 100th Anniversary

By Scott Watkins— Legendary vampire silent film to be screened as musicians of Orchestra Indiana perform American Composer and Conductor Kermit Poling’s score. MUNCIE, IN – Orchestra Indiana today announced that it will screen Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror – while musicians of Orchestra Indiana perform a score written by American composer and conductor Kermit Poling for the legendary silent film – at 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 22 in the E.B. Ball Auditorium of the Cornerstone Center for the…

Indiana and Michigan power electrical service truck. Photo provided

Business October 19, 2022

I&M Thanks Customers, Works to Make Grid Stronger

By Steve Baker, President and Chief Operating Officer, Indiana Michigan Power— FORT WAYNE, IN—Our customers rely on I&M to power their everyday lives. This summer’s sweltering heat and major storm systems that swept across the country posed challenges for many electric utilities, including areas served by Indiana Michigan Power. I want to say thank you to our customers who were affected by the storms and outages. I also want to let you know what I&M has been doing to make…

Bishop Dr. Keith ONeal

Education October 18, 2022

Bishop Dr. Keith ONeal Voted Onto Ivy Tech Foundation Board of Directors

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN – On Thursday, September 29, 2022, the Ivy Tech Foundation Board completed its formal process and voted Bishop Dr. Keith ONeal onto the Ivy Tech Foundation Board of Directors. In 2021, ONeal was named the Outstanding Alumni for Ivy Tech Muncie/Henry County. “It’s such a privilege to be associated with such a great and impactful organization. I look forward to serving, helping to facilitate resources and offering my unique perspective to further the mission,” ONeal said. ONeal…

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Government October 18, 2022

Staying the Course: Momentum and Endurance in Muncie

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—The number of US citizens who compete in an Ironman is less than one in a thousand. But, walk into City Hall in Muncie, and you’ll find four. IRONMAN, the world’s most famous triathlon, is a staggering test of endurance. In Ironman 70.3, athletes complete a 1.2 mile swim and a 56 mile bike race before finishing the day with a half marathon run. Ironman 140.6 is twice the distance for each event, and the grueling…

In Indiana, more than 40% of women and 26% of men experience some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime. Photo by storyblocks

Government, Health October 18, 2022

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

By Eric Hoffman, Delaware County Prosecutor— MUNCIE, IN – As October comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the fact that this month is Domestic Violence Awareness month. While domestic violence and intimate partner abuse is something we should be aware of every month, October is a chance to bring attention to something that affects every single part of Indiana and our nation. As your prosecutor here in Delaware County, I wanted to take a…

Half-time fun at BSU Chase Charlie - Kiddie 100 Dash. Photo provided by Eric Klosterman.

Entertainment, Non-Profit October 18, 2022

Ball State Homecoming’s ‘Chase Charlie – Kiddie 100 Dash Event’ to Give Out Free Books

By Eric Klosterman, Ball State Sport Administration Program and Stacy Wheeler, Classroom Connections of ECI — MUNCIE, IN—The 22nd Annual Chase Charlie Kiddie 100 Dash is partnering with local non-profit Classroom Connections of East Central Indiana to give out free books to children and families during the Saturday, October 22nd Ball State University homecoming football game. The partnership between the annual Chase Charlie Races and Classroom Connections will support literacy efforts. “We are excited to be partnering with Classroom Connections…

The main event will be a 300-person painting workshop led by Certified Ross Instructors®—including special guest instructor, actor David Arquette (“Scream”)—under a big tent on LaFollette Field from 1-4 p.m.

Entertainment October 18, 2022

Ball State PBS Hosting ‘Happy Little Fest’ in Honor of Iconic Painter, Instructor Bob Ross

By BSU Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana — Don’t let the name fool you. The Happy Little Fest, hosted by Ball State PBS on Oct. 29, is going to be a BIG deal. Ball State PBS—which brought Bob Ross’ The Joy of Painting to the world for many years—will be celebrating the 80th birthday of the beloved painter and instructor. And the station is also celebrating its 50th year on the air. “As the home to Bob Ross’ The Joy…

$34,460 was raised for Second Harvest’s school food pantry program. Photo provided

Entertainment October 17, 2022

10th Annual PrimeTrust Soup Crawl Award Winners Announced

By Ben Polk— Record Funds Raised for Second Harvest Food Bank MUNCIE, IN—At a gathering last Friday afternoon, Ben Polk named award winners from the Soup Crawl event held earlier last month and presented a fundraising check to Robby Tompkins of Second Harvest Food Bank. The Soup Crawl on October 6th in downtown Muncie raised $34,460 for Second Harvest’s school food pantry program. This will provide roughly 135,000 meals for families in need. The People’s Choice Award, renamed this year…