Articles by Mike Rhodes

Ivy Tech Muncie, Cowan Road Facility. Artist rendering.

Education October 13, 2022

Ivy Tech’s Supply Chain and Logistics, CDL+ Programs

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN – At Ivy Tech Muncie-Henry County, the Supply Chain and Logistics Program is designed to give students the knowledge, skills, and certifications to work in the nation’s supply chain. From logistics to management to driving the semis needed to keep the supply chain flowing, the program offers everything a student needs to move into the workforce or continue their education at a 4-year university. Muncie and Delaware County continues to expand in the logistics world….

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Showcase Week will take place November 14-19, 2022. http://www.showcaseweek.com

Business October 11, 2022

Why Entrepreneur Showcase Week? 

By Ted Baker CEO/Executive Director, Muncie, Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—With about one month to go before the Innovation Connector engages in the most extensive series of events for businesses and entrepreneurs in its history, I was recently asked the question, “Why is the Innovation Connector doing this?”  I thought that was a really good question, and I want to share my answer with you. Over the past twelve-plus years of being at the Innovation Connector, I have met with…

Entertainment October 10, 2022

Minnetrista’s Family Adventure Day: Fall Festival

By Katy Maggart— Muncie, IN— Explore 40 acres of fun at Minnetrista’s Family Adventure Day: Fall Festival! Enjoy crafts, games, cider pressing demonstrations, and more on Wednesday, October 12. This free community event is open to the whole family! With so much being offered, the day is a choose-your-own-adventure opportunity. The various fall activities create space for learning, active family participation, and fun! Spend a beautiful fall day at Minnetrista, exploring with friends and family. The event will be broken out…

Check for air leaks or gaps around walls, ceilings, windows, doors, switches and outlets. By preventing and sealing leaks you could reduce their bill up to 20%. Photo provided

Business October 7, 2022

It’s National Energy Awareness Month: Tips From Indiana Michigan Power

By Corey Ohlenkamp— FORT WAYNE, IN – Fall is already on our doorsteps and as temperatures begin to drop, now is the time to think about saving energy. Today, Oct. 3, kicks off National Energy Awareness Month, and Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) wants to help customers save energy. Energy Awareness Month, first implemented in 1991 by President George H.W. Bush, encourages the government and organizations to raise awareness of the importance of sustainability and managing the nation’senergy resources. Today, I&M continues…

Yorktown High School. Photo courtesy of Emme Hembree, student writer/journalist, Yorktown High School.

Education October 7, 2022

Yorktown Community Schools Raises Teacher Pay to Record Levels

By Dr. Greg Hinshaw, Superintendent, YCS— YORKTOWN, IN—The Yorktown Community Schools Board of Trustees ratified a new collective bargaining agreement with the Yorktown Teachers Association at a special meeting on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. This agreement, which was also overwhelmingly ratified by the teachers association, raises teacher pay at Yorktown Community Schools to record levels. All returning teachers received a base pay increase of at least $3,500.  The agreement also completes a process of ensuring that returning teachers’ pay is…

The familiar blue recycling toter. Photo provided

Government October 5, 2022

Muncie Sanitary Makes Strides Toward Zero-Waste IRONMAN

By the City of Muncie and Muncie Sanitary District— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie IRONMAN 70.3 is a much-anticipated event, drawing thousands of athletes and spectators every year to experience an incredible feat of endurance. Behind the scenes, the race is a massive production, requiring hundreds of volunteers, coordination with police and emergency services from multiple townships, and unique partnerships. One such partnership was with the Muncie Sanitary District (MSD), East Central Recycling, Muncie-Delaware Clean and Beautiful, and the Parks Department (especially…

Photo from left to right: Chancellor Jeff Scott and Dr. Amy Baize-Ward

Education October 5, 2022

Ivy Tech Community College Celebrates Distinguished Alumni

By Jennifer Gasiorek— MUNCIE, IN– Ivy Tech Community College honored Dr. Amy Baize-Ward of Muncie as one of 18 individuals across the state selected to receive the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award, the highest honor given to recognize Ivy Tech Alumni. Selected through a highly competitive process, each recipient has made a lasting impact on their community and on Ivy Tech through outstanding professional, philanthropic, or volunteer accomplishments. “These individuals exemplify service and leadership in extraordinary ways,” said Ivy Tech President Dr….

Aerial image of the Ball Memorial campus. File photo

Health October 4, 2022

IU Health Ball Memorial Physicians Create New Integrated Team to Provide Vascular Services

By Liz Yates— MUNCIE, IN —Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Physicians is excited to announce a brand new, integrated team of highly skilled physicians from different areas of the hospital brought together to ensure patients can seamlessly flow through every step of their treatment, all in one convenient location. The team is made up of Interventional Cardiologists, Interventional Radiologists and Vascular Surgeons —all working together to provide the highest level of care for diseases and conditions such as aneurysms, carotid…

L-R: Shane Rekeweg from INdigital is pictured with Kyle Johnson.

Government October 3, 2022

Kyle Johnson Awarded the ‘Tom Brindle Technology Award’ by INDigital

By Delaware County Government— DELAWARE COUNTY, IN—Each year, INdigital awards the Tom Brindle Technology Award.  The award is named after the former Kosciusko County 911 Director and former Kosciusko Sheriff Deputy who passed away in 2011.  Brindle was also the Indiana NENA President when he passed away.  He was instrumental for INdigital as being a pioneer and visionary for 911. His 911 center was a beta site for Text to 911 and other technology for Indiana. From INdigital—”The Tom Brindle…

Muncie's Thomas Peek and Kyle Putra will screen their newest horror films at Cornerstone Center for the Arts on October 29th.

Entertainment October 3, 2022

Muncie’s Thomas Peek and Kyle Putra Will Premiere Their New Horror/Thriller Movies at Cornerstone

By Dee McKinsey— MUNCIE, IN – Amateur filmmakers and Muncie native Thomas Peek and Kyle Putra are back again this Oct. 29 with films appropriate for the Halloween season. The films will be previewed at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 East Main. The program begins at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m. The first film is Rise of Experiment 53 which is an hour long return to the original presentation of last year’s Experiment 53. In this…