Articles by Mike Rhodes

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

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 graduated from the Muncie/Henry County campus as a member of Phi Theta Kappa. After attending Ivy Tech he attended Indiana…

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Staying the Course: Momentum and Endurance in Muncie

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 race must be completed within 17 hours. Only about 80% of those who enter the race make it to the…

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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 moment to talk about the nature of domestic violence and give the residents of our community some helpful tips on…

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

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 of East Central Indiana. One of our missions for operating the Chase Charlie Kiddie 100 is to educate and prepare…

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

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 of Painting show, Ball State PBS is thrilled to commemorate Bob’s iconic work,” said Dr. Phil Hoffman, general manager of…

10th Annual PrimeTrust Soup Crawl Award Winners Announced

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 to the Vickie Copley People’s Choice Award, was presented to Westminster Village for their Smokey BBQ Pulled Pork Soup. Founded…

Joann McKinney Receives Rotarian of the Year Award

Non-Profit October 17, 2022

Joann McKinney Receives Rotarian of the Year Award

By Muncie Rotary— FISHERS, IN—Rotary District 6560 comprised of 44 Rotary Clubs in Central Indiana recently presented Joann McKinney, President & CEO of Horizon Convention Center and long-time Muncie Noon Rotarian, the Rotarian of the Year Award at the 2022 Rotary District 6560 Mid-Year Conference held at Launch Fishers on October 8th. “This was quite a surprise and totally unexpected. I’m very honored and humbled by receiving this award,” McKinney said. Immediate Past-District Governor Ray Kramp presented McKinney with the award. McKinney began her service in Rotary in 2001. She currently is the Rotary Youth Exchange Inbound Coordinator for the…

Costumed Creature Crawl Contest To Be Held DWNTWN

Entertainment October 17, 2022

Costumed Creature Crawl Contest To Be Held DWNTWN

By Cheryl Crowder— MUNCIE, IN—Calling all creatures great and small! Bring your human DWNTWN October 29 from 12–3pm and show off your biped’s creativity. All furry, feathered, scaled, hairy, or hairless costumed friends are welcome. Humans must be leashed to their creatures. There is NO cost to participate. 11:30 AM Parade line-up will begin at the Delaware County Building square. 12:00 PM Parade starts and will proceed south on Walnut Street to Canan Commons. Judging will be held at the Canan Commons Stage. Prizes will be awarded for the following: Best Creature Costume Best Human and Creature Combo Best Human…

Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Executive to Speak at MCHS Alumni Association Dinner

Education October 17, 2022

Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Executive to Speak at MCHS Alumni Association Dinner

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN—The new executive director of the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in New Castle, Matt Martin, will be the guest speaker at the Muncie Central High Alumni Association annual dinner and meeting on Friday, Nov. 11, at Muncie Central. The Muncie Central Alumni Association also will celebrate its founding 25 years ago at the annual meeting. Martin’s presentation will review “The Past, Present, and Future of the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame.” Prior to joining the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame, Martin was the athletic director at Knightstown High School for eight years. He also served…

Muncie OUTreach Announces 10th Anniversary Celebration

Non-Profit October 17, 2022

Muncie OUTreach Announces 10th Anniversary Celebration

By Laura Janney— MUNCIE, IN– Muncie OUTreach proudly invites the community to join in a celebration of the organization’s 10 years of service to the East-Central Indiana Community. The event will be held on October 27, 2022, and will include a silent auction, dinner, and awards presentation. For a donation of $50.00, an individual will receive a complimentary ticket to the 10th Anniversary Celebration. For a donation of $350.00, an individual will receive eight complimentary tickets—a full table—to the 10th Anniversary Celebration. Donations can be made by visiting the organization’s website at MuncieOutreach.org, and donors may be eligible for a…