Articles by Mike Rhodes

Education, Government January 6, 2026

Indiana House Accepting Student Applicants for 2026 Page Program

By Amanda Schreiber, Press Secretary, House Republicans— STATEHOUSE – State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) said Hoosier students who are interested in learning more about state government are invited to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session. Rowray said pages can watch the legislative process in person, tour the historic Statehouse building and interact with their state representative. The full-day program is available for students who are 13 to 18 years old. Pages are permitted by Indiana law to receive a one-day excused absence from school for their participation. “Talking with…

Health January 4, 2026

IU Health Mobile Lung Screening in Muncie to be Held on January 7

By Amy Sams, BSN RN— MUNCIE, IN—Do you know the signs of lung cancer? There are none. Lung cancer doesn’t wait. Why should you? Call to schedule your lung screening. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Indiana, but it doesn’t have to be. Most people do not experience symptoms until the disease is advanced, when treatment options are limited. That is why early detection through low-dose CT screening is critical, it can find lung cancer when it is most treatable. Indiana University Health is bringing life-saving lung cancer screenings directly to your community with our Mobile…

Health December 31, 2025

Exercise Your Way Into a New Year

By Nicole L. Koontz— MUNCIE, IN—For many Americans, the holidays are several weeks packed with the hustle and bustle and stress over wearing the perfect outfit, picking out the perfect gift and hosting the perfect party. During all of this, they find themselves stressed out and lacking energy. Many forget about taking care of themselves and wish for a recovery day from the holidays. The simplest way to reduce those stress levels and improve your health is to just get moving. In the world of exercise, it’s called physical activity. The American College of Sports Medicine defines this as any…

Business December 30, 2025

Year-End Reflections: Innovation, Leadership, and Lessons from Riley Leonard

By Michael Thomas and Gary Thomas, Owners of Leap Managed IT— MUNCIE, IN—As 2025 draws to a close, Leap Managed IT is proud to reflect on a year defined by innovation, technical achievement, and meaningful partnerships. In a rapidly evolving landscape—where artificial intelligence and automation are reshaping the way organizations operate—our commitment to delivering world-class IT Support and Managed IT Services has never been stronger. This dedication is why Leap Managed IT continues to be recognized among the Top Indianapolis IT Companies. Learning from Leaders: Insights from Riley Leonard A highlight of our year was welcoming professional quarterback Riley Leonard…

Entertainment December 29, 2025

Gus Macker Basketball Tournament Returns to Muncie

By Erin Craig, Vice President, Southside Neighborhood Association, Event Director— MUNCIE, IN—For the first time since 2011, Gus Macker 3-on-3 Tournament is set to return to Muncie in 2026. The Southside Neighborhood Association, led by Erin Craig, Courtney Marsh, and Steve Craig made it official in a contract signing at The Common Market in Muncie. They were joined today by members of the team they have assembled to organize the event, supporters, and friends to celebrate the return of the iconic tournament to Muncie’s south side. The return of the Gus Macker tournament started with a thought nearly 2 years…

Government December 27, 2025

New 126 Home Subdivision Coming to Muncie: ‘Mason Ridge’ Receives Final Approval

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN — The City of Muncie is pleased to announce that Mason Ridge, a new 126-lot residential subdivision, has unanimously passed its final review before the Planning Commission on Thursday, December 4. The project will bring significant new housing opportunities to the community and represents a substantial private investment in Muncie’s continued growth. Located on 37 acres at the northwest corner of Jackson and Morrison, Mason Ridge will feature a thoughtfully designed neighborhood layout that includes multiple water features, a public greenspace, and a primary entrance on Morrison Road. The homes will be constructed by DR…

Education, Non-Profit December 22, 2025

Scholarship Applications are Now Available

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Delaware County high school seniors and current college students can apply for scholarships through Monday, February 23. The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County manages more than 50 scholarships. Scholarship awards totaling more than $200,000 benefit students each year. Students should visit DelawareCountyScholarships.com to begin their application. WHO CAN APPLY? Requirements vary from scholarship to scholarship. Most scholarships are available for high school seniors in Delaware County, Ind. Some scholarships are also available for current college students. These vary based on student major and enrollment. HOW DO I APPLY? Apply for scholarships from The Community…

Entertainment December 19, 2025

Don’t Miss DWNTWN’s ‘Wonder Hunt’ Featuring Mousecapades Through January 1

By Cheryl Crowder, Muncie Downtown Development— MUNCIE, IN—New this year, DWNTWN Wonder Hunt is featuring Mousecapades: Tiny Tails & Holiday Trail—a festive downtown adventure perfect for families, friends, and holiday explorers of all ages. Adorably illustrated Mice are in fifty storefront windows in downtown Muncie. Each adorable mouse window decal is waiting to be discovered. Find at least 35 mice, submit your mouse tracker and you could win $100! Download a mouse tracker map @ downtownmuncie.org/wonder or pick one up at Muncie Downtown Development, 120 W Charles Street. The mouse tracker will list the name of the mouse and wonder…

Education December 18, 2025

Ivy Tech Muncie Partners With IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Support of Nursing Students

By Lesley Devoss— MUNCIE, IN—Ivy Tech Muncie has partnered with IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital (BMH) to strengthen educational and career pathways for future nurses through the Practical Nursing (PN) program. This collaboration—developed by the Ivy Tech Nursing Program, the Ivy+ Career Link team, and IU Health—helps meet regional healthcare workforce needs by providing IU Health employees the opportunity to advance their careers while remaining in the field. Che’Reese Anderson, Dean of Nursing, led on-site information sessions at BMH to introduce employees to the program and its benefits. These sessions were followed by TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) support…

Roto-Rooter of Muncie Donates ,140 to Blood-N-Fire Food Pantry Through November Giving Program

Business, Non-Profit December 18, 2025

Roto-Rooter of Muncie Donates $3,140 to Blood-N-Fire Food Pantry Through November Giving Program

By Ilene Hackett— MUNCIE, IN — Roto-Rooter of Muncie donated a percentage of every job completed during the month of November to Blood-N-Fire Food Pantry in Muncie, Indiana, raising $3,140 in support of the organization’s mission to provide food and essential resources to those in need. The donation was presented by Jon Salmon, Regional Manager for Roto-Rooter, to Stacy Ball of Blood-N-Fire Food Pantry, highlighting a shared commitment to strengthening the local community. “Giving back to the communities we serve is a core value at Roto-Rooter,” said Salmon. “Blood-N-Fire Food Pantry plays a vital role in helping families in Muncie,…

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