Articles by Mike Rhodes

Health July 27, 2022

Get No Cost COVID-19 Test Kits and/or Vaccinations at Open Door Health Services

By Suzanne Clem— Muncie, IN – Community members have the opportunity to receive no-cost COVID-19 test kits, as well as no-cost Covid vaccination this week at Open Door Health Services. Free at-home test kits will be distributed Wednesday, July 27 and Thursday, July 28 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Open Door’s administrative site, located at 220 S. Walnut St. in Muncie. The public is invited to pick up a supply for homes, workplaces, or civic organizations. Free Covid vaccinations, including boosters,…

Education July 26, 2022

Students Can Combat Inflation by Attending Ivy Tech

By Jennifer Gasiorek— MUNCIE, IN– Pursuing a certificate or degree can be affordable and lead to a great career. Americans need options to maximize their earning potential while saving money to obtain the skills to be workforce ready. Inflation is at a 40 year high and Hoosiers are feeling the pinch of rising costs of gas, groceries, healthcare, and utilities. These rapidly rising costs of living are negatively impacting local families, especially students. Attending Ivy Tech Community College is an…

Business July 26, 2022

The Clubhouse @Accutech is Newest Downtown Muncie Entertainment and Dining Venue

By Scott Smalstig, Director of Community Growth for Accutech— MUNCIE, IN — The Clubhouse @Accutech, a family entertainment and restaurant venue, has opened in downtown Muncie, on the first floor of the Accutech building on South Walnut Street. Adam Unger, President of Accutech, a leading software company for the wealth management industry, says it’s all part of a bigger vision. “My view of philanthropy is to create jobs, improve quality of place and instill pride in our city,” says Unger. “The…

Entertainment July 26, 2022

The Frye Family Band to Perform Free Concert on July 31st

By Linda DeHaven— MUNCIE, IN—The Frye Family Band will present a concert at The Garden at Main St., 801 E. Main St., Muncie, IN on July 31, at 6 pm. “Inspiring, encouraging, entertaining” – these are just a few words frequently used to describe the Frye Family Band. From their tight harmonies and light-hearted toe-tapping songs, to those which will stir your soul, the Frye Family Band shares their music and message with admirable transparency and relentless hope. Tom Frye is…

Business July 25, 2022

Two Entrepreneurs – Different Paths

By Ted A. Baker, CEO/Executive Director, Muncie, Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—The Innovation Connector’s vision states, “Our passion is to see that each person who has a dream to start or grow a business has every resource to be successful, and the economy of East Central Indiana flourishes.” This vision is being fulfilled every day at the Innovation Connector. Throughout my career, I have worked with hundreds, maybe thousands, of entrepreneurs wanting to either know what needs to happen to…

Business July 25, 2022

Northwest Bancshares, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2022 Earnings and Quarterly Dividend

By Northwest Bancshares, Inc.— COLUMBUS, OH—Northwest Bancshares, Inc., (the “Company”), (NasdaqGS: NWBI) announced net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 of $33.4 million, or $0.26 per diluted share. This represents a decrease of $15.5 million, or 31.7%, compared to the same quarter last year, when net income was $49.0 million, or $0.38 per diluted share. The annualized returns on average shareholders’ equity and average assets for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 were 8.90% and 0.94% compared to 12.58% and…

Non-Profit July 25, 2022

Summer Festival and Fall Class Schedule at Cornerstone Center for the Arts

By Dee McKinsey— MUNCIE,IN – Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Washington in Muncie, has opened registration for its fall semester. Cornerstone is offering a wide selection of classes from dance, painting, and ceramics to photography and yoga. There is something for students of all ages. Students can register on line at cornerstonearts.org. Registration will be open through the first week of classes, which begin on Aug. 22. Class catalogues are available online, and at Cornerstone. Cornerstone is proud…

Education July 24, 2022

Ball State University Honors 2022 Summer Graduates

By BSU Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana – Ball State University honored more than 1,200 graduates on Saturday at its Summer Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2022. The program was held at Worthen Arena on Ball State’s beautiful campus. As part of a time-honored tradition, Ball State selected an outstanding faculty member to address its Summer graduates. On Saturday, Dr. W. Holmes Finch Jr., George and Frances Ball Distinguished Professor of Educational Psychology at Ball State’s Teachers College, delivered…

Business July 24, 2022

Annual Cardinal Ride of 100 Miles to Attract Cyclists From Across Indiana

By Intersection— Annual event will also feature family-friendly, all-ability routes in Muncie, Marion. MARION & MUNCIE, INDIANA — Calling all cyclists: The annual Cardinal Ride welcomes cyclists of all ages and abilities to ride the Cardinal Greenway in both Marion and Muncie, Indiana, featuring a range of routes, including family-friendly routes and advanced routes up to 100 miles. Cardinal Ride is the second event in the Cardinal Greenways 2022 Summer Series, which encourages people to explore Indiana’s largest rail-trail. “The…

Government July 23, 2022

22 Lots Up for Bid at ‘Storer Estates’

By Michelle Owen— MUNCIE, IN—As construction work continues at the site of the former Storer Elementary, builders and future homeowners can begin to make plans. After a unanimous vote at the July 21st Muncie Redevelopment Commission meeting, 22 building lots at the future Storer Estates will be put up for bid to individuals and/or builders. Buyers will not be able to begin construction until the groundwork at the site is complete, but interested parties can secure a prime building site…

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