Articles by Mike Rhodes

Location of the property Ball State has transferred to the City of Muncie.

Education, Government September 30, 2022

Ball State University Board of Trustees Approves Transfer of 12 Acres of Land to City of Muncie

By BSU Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, IN – The Ball State University Board of Trustees approved the transfer of 12.36 acres of land to the Muncie Redevelopment Commission (MRC) during its regularly scheduled meeting on Friday. The Board’s action was part of a meeting that included several informational updates—including on the Ball State-Muncie Community Schools partnership, a new Indiana Connection Lounge at the University, and an enrollment update. The transferred property will allow the city to work towards the development…

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Indiana Statehouse photo provided by Lydia Kirschner

Government September 30, 2022

State Awards More Than $474K to Increase Safety in Delaware County Schools

By Braden Dunlap, GOP Press Secretary— STATEHOUSE– Several Delaware County schools recently received more than $474,000 through the state’s Secured Schools Safety Grant Program, according to area lawmakers. State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) said the local funding is part of this year’s record-breaking school safety investments totaling more than $22.9 million in matching state grants for 425 schools across Indiana. “Ensuring students and staff are safe is a priority, and Indiana is making significant investments to help our schools as they improve…

"It's a Three Ring Circus" is the theme of ArtsWalk, October's First Thursday event.

Entertainment September 29, 2022

Muncie’s First Thursday Will Feature a Special Edition of ‘ArtsWalk’ on October 6th

By Cheryl Crowder— MUNCIE, IN—October 6, 2022 will feature a special edition of First Thursday. The theme is “ArtsWalk: It’s a Three Ring Circus.” It’s a Three Ring Circus will feature unique arts, dazzling shows, and delicious food. October ArtsWalk is sponsored by: the MuncieArts & Culture Council as well as the Ball State University College of Fine Arts. Here’s what will be happening: Unique Arts Throughout the evening, art exhibitions will be taking place featuring local and visiting artisans…

The Muncie Streets Department's new milling machine is picture. Photo provided

Government September 29, 2022

Muncie Streets Department Invests in Street Milling Machine

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—According to City Engineer Adam Leach, the Streets Department has laid down nearly as much paving material in 2022 as in the last two years combined. Records going back farther than that may unearth a more prolific year, but the paving crew is clearly on a roll – and the pace isn’t slowing down. Part of the increased volume is due to the City’s dedication to fixing roads, not paving over them. This includes milling the…

Airforce Band of Flight. Photo provided

Entertainment September 29, 2022

‘Airforce Band of Flight’ to Perform Free Concert at Emens Auditorium

By Emma Trent— MUNCIE, IN – Join Emens Auditorium as Airforce Band of Flight performs a patriotic show full of entertainment and merriment at Emens Auditorium on Wednesday, October 5th at 7:00 p.m. No ticket reservations are required for Airforce Band of Flight as they are currently without charge for all incoming spectators. The United States Air Force Band of Flight provides quality music and entertainment for a wide variety of official military, recruiting and community relations events. The band is…

Angie Rogers-Howell, Jennifer Gibson, Melissa Greer, Marisa Little, Treva Bostic, and Carrie Barrett are boldly serving as Women United leads and the faces of this year’s campaign efforts. Photo provided

Non-Profit September 28, 2022

Heart of Indiana United Way Kicks Off Annual Campaign With Launch of ‘Women United’ 

By Kim Williams, CFRE— Nearly $400,000 in matching funds are available for this year’s campaign EAST CENTRAL INDIANA – Heart of Indiana United Way’s annual fundraising campaign has begun. Kicking off this year’s effort is a generous match opportunity and the launch of Women United across the region. Leading the way in the launch of Women United are 6 passionate women, each representing a different part of Heart of Indiana United Way’s region. Angie Rogers-Howell, Jennifer Gibson, Melissa Greer, Marisa Little, Treva Bostic, and Carrie Barrett are…

LeAnn Romine holds up her great-grandfather’s 1910 high school diploma while Alexis Robertson, Local History & Genealogy Specialist at Muncie Public Library, takes notes before digitizing the item at the first Community Scan Day held at Minnetrista. Photo by Sara McKinley, Muncie Public Library

Non-Profit September 27, 2022

Community Scan Day Will Focus on Local Women in Politics and the Military

By Susan Fisher, MPL— MUNCIE, IN—Four local organizations, all with an interest in discovering and preserving local history, will host a Community Scan Day on Saturday, October 8 from 1-4 p.m. at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. The event is sponsored by Minnetrista, Ball State University Libraries, the Delaware County Historical Society, and Muncie Public Library. The event will ask participants to focus on documents, photographs, photo negatives, and slides that feature local women in politics and in the military. A…

Photo provided by Ball State University

Education September 27, 2022

BSU Teachers College Awarded $2.6 Million Federal Grant to Develop Program for Students with Disabilities

By BSU Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, IN – Ball State University’s Teachers College has been awarded a $2.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) to develop and implement an inclusive approach to identifying and supporting gifted students with disabilities. The five-year award is part of the Office of Elementary & Secondary Education’s Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Program. Since 1988, the federal initiative has funded projects that support evidence-based research, demonstration projects, innovative strategies,…

Photo courtesy of ironman.com

Entertainment September 26, 2022

Muncie Continues Proud IRONMAN Tradition on Saturday October 1st, Plus Kids Event on Friday

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—The City of Muncie held its first triathlon in 1980. Originally called the Muncie Endurathon, the 70.3 mile race has since been rebranded as an official IRONMAN event, and holds the title for the longest continuous triathlon in the world (with the exception of 2020, which saw a world-wide hiatus for triathletes). On October 1, Muncie will again host hundreds of dedicated athletes aiming to claim the title of Ironman. Athletes will swim 1.2 miles in…

Community members from Delaware County were present to receive the Indiana Healthy Community redesignation certificate and to support John Disher, the Community Wellness Champion award recipient. Photo provided by Indiana Chamber

Health September 26, 2022

Wellness Council of Indiana Recognizes 2022 Health and Well-Being Champions

By Indiana Chamber of Commerce— INDIANAPOLIS — The Wellness Council of Indiana, a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce its inaugural Hoosier Health and Well-Being Champion Award recipients. The awards honor two nominated individuals, one in the workplace/corporation sector and one from the community sector, whose commitment to improving the lives of Hoosiers warrants special recognition. These individuals have made significant contributions to their respective workplaces or community. Both honorees were recognized at the 2022 Indiana Wellness…