Articles by Mike Rhodes

New Holiday Inn to Bring 50+ Jobs

Business, Government June 6, 2023

New Holiday Inn to Bring 50+ Jobs

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—On Thursday, May 25th, a new 105 room hotel was approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals. This was the final step to bring a new Holiday Inn Express & Suites to Muncie, located on Hometown Boulevard, near the Greg Hubler Hyundai dealership. A 2020 hotel study showed that Muncie could support at least three new hotels. “There’s definitely a need,” commented Mayor Ridenour. “There are so many conventions and events hosted in Muncie, and our…

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‘More Love’ Mural Currently Being Painted On Future Choices Building in South Muncie

Non-Profit June 5, 2023

‘More Love’ Mural Currently Being Painted On Future Choices Building in South Muncie

By Barbara Schafer— MUNCIE, IN—The 8twelve Coalition and MuncieArts are proud to announce a public arts project in south Muncie—a mural to be painted on the Future Choices building located at 905 S. Walnut St. The project is the result of the collaboration between the Coalition, Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts), South Central Neighborhood Association, and Future Choices. Through resident engagement in the South Central Neighborhood, the mural “MORE LOVE” was created by Chris Silva. Chris Silva’s creative pursuits are…

0K Awarded to Community Organizations

Non-Profit June 5, 2023

$340K Awarded to Community Organizations

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN – The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County awarded $340,000 in Community Grants this month. Beginning in 2023, The Community Foundation shifted to a Community Grants program. Nonprofit organizations have a wide-open door for applications instead of separate applications for multiple grants programs through the Foundation. Organizations interested in applying for funding are encouraged to connect with Foundation staff. The flexibility of Community Grants allows the Foundation’s Program and Nonprofit Relations team to develop…

More Community Foundation 2023 Scholarship Recipients Announced

Education June 5, 2023

More Community Foundation 2023 Scholarship Recipients Announced

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients – Gannon Crosser, a senior at Yorktown High School, is a recipient of the Yorktown Lions Club Scholarship and Jim Leffler Memorial Scholarship. Gannon plans to study Exploratory Studies at Indiana University. He is the son of Lynn and Christopher Crosser. Tynan Dishman, a junior nursing student at Ball State University, is a recipient of the Patricia K. and Franklyn D. Brinkman, Sr. Nursing Scholarship. Camryn Eldridge, a freshman agricultural…

Ball State University Earns National Program of the Year Honors at ‘EsportsU’ Collegiate Awards 

Education June 3, 2023

Ball State University Earns National Program of the Year Honors at ‘EsportsU’ Collegiate Awards 

By BSU Marketing & Communications— MUNCIE, IN – Ball State University claimed Program of the Year honors at the inaugural EsportsU Collegiate Awards, a new national recognition program held May 6-7 at Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Ball State’s Esports program was selected the best among more than 3,000 academic institutions in the nation represented by EsportsU, a business vertical of Collegiate Sports Management Group (CSMG), an integrated sports and entertainment media company. “We are thrilled to receive the Esports…

Cornerstone to Host ‘A Splash of Wine on Canvas’

Entertainment June 2, 2023

Cornerstone to Host ‘A Splash of Wine on Canvas’

By Dee McKinsey— Muncie, IN– Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 East Main St., Muncie, is holding an event from 6-9 p.m., Friday, June 16 in association with the Belgian Horse Winery of Middleton. The event, A Splash of Wine on Canvas, where attendees will learn the art of acrylic painting on a spinning canvas. The class will take place in the Cornerstone Great Room. The cost is $30 per person, with the canvas supplied. Class attendees  will be instructed…

George and Frances Ball Foundation Awards Nearly 0,000 To Delaware County Initiatives

Non-Profit June 1, 2023

George and Frances Ball Foundation Awards Nearly $600,000 To Delaware County Initiatives

By Kelsey Harrington, Program Officer— MUNCIE, IN—On May 11th, George and Frances Ball Foundation’s Board of Directors met to review quarterly competitive grant requests. More than $600,000 was awarded to 11 area nonprofit organizations and educational institutions. The Foundation’s proactive grantmaking strategy is focused on educational attainment from cradle to career. The collective impact initiative that helps to carry out this work, Cradle to Career Muncie, is focused not only on academic markers such as kindergarten readiness and third grade…

Muncie Exchange Club Recognizes Outstanding High School Sophomores  

Non-Profit May 31, 2023

Muncie Exchange Club Recognizes Outstanding High School Sophomores  

By Kallie Sulanke, Member Exchange Club of Muncie—  MUNCIE, IN—The Exchange Club of Muncie honored 29 Muncie tenth-graders from Muncie Central High School and Burris Laboratory School during the Club’s annual Sophomore Honors Day luncheon on Thursday, May 4. As one way to support youth in our community, Exchange Club has hosted this event for more than 85 years. The purpose is to recognize students early in their high school careers and encourage and inspire them to continue to work…

Teaching Youth the Languages of the Next Generation

Business May 30, 2023

Teaching Youth the Languages of the Next Generation

By Ted A. Baker, CEO/Executive Director— MUNCIE, IN—Over the past two years, I have written several articles about the scope of services and activities at the Innovation Connector.  From leasing office space to entrepreneurs, coaching and advising business owners and entrepreneurs, hosting workshops and events, and providing opportunities for networking and coworking, the Innovation Connector has served the Muncie community well. We know that students are encouraged to learn foreign languages as part of their school work, such as Spanish…

Here’s a Wide Variety of Programs and Activities for Kids To Take Part In This Summer

Education, Entertainment May 26, 2023

Here’s a Wide Variety of Programs and Activities for Kids To Take Part In This Summer

By Leslie Griffin— DELAWARE COUNTY, IN—Discover some of Muncie’s exciting summer programs, perfect for kids of all ages. MuncieJournal.com has put together this listing of all kinds of activities and programs kids can take part in this summer. The programs detailed below are designed to be both fun and educational, offering a mix of entertainment and learning that will create an unforgettable summer filled with excitement and knowledge. Apply as soon as you can as most of these programs will…