Articles by Mike Rhodes

Business September 1, 2022

Whitinger & Company Announces Managing Member

By Richard Crist— MUNCIE, IN– Whitinger & Company is proud to announce that T.J. Bush, CPA, CFP®, has been named the firm’s Managing Member. He was unanimously elected by the Whitinger Member/Owners at their recent annual meeting. His term will begin on September 1, 2022, at the conclusion of current Managing Member Linn Crull’s term. T.J. specializes in tax consulting and compliance services for businesses, individuals, estates, and trusts. In addition to being a technical resource for clients and staff, T.J. has also been a leader in the firm’s recruiting, training, and development efforts.T.J. is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA),…

Delaware County Neighborhood Raises 0,000 for New Playground Equipment

Non-Profit August 31, 2022

Delaware County Neighborhood Raises $120,000 for New Playground Equipment

By Kate H. Elliott— DELAWARE COUNTY, IN—Linda and Stan Geidel have lived through 30 years of lemonade stands, bike rides and garage sales in the Country Village-Creekwood neighborhood north of Muncie. Over the years, they watched the once shiny but small playground transform from a family gathering spot to an aged, abandoned eyesore. The couple made a donation to kick off a campaign to purchase and install a new, larger structure. It’s a gift, Geidel said, for families to enjoy the same sense of community that filled their lives. “Our family benefited so much from living here, and we want to make…

Education August 30, 2022

Ball State University Professors Selected for LEAP Indiana 2022 Faculty Awards

By Ball State Marketing & Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana – Seven faculty members at Ball State University have been selected as honorees for this year’s Liberal Education and America’s Promise (LEAP) Indiana Faculty Awards. Dr. Adam Kuban, professor of Journalism, was selected as this year’s LEAP Indiana Paragon Award recipient, while six Ball State faculty members were recognized as part of the LEAP Indiana COVID Character Honors program. “We are extremely proud of our faculty members whose work and dedication as educators is being recognized by LEAP Indiana,” said Dr. Susana Rivera-Mills, Ball State’s provost and executive vice president for Academic…

Non-Profit August 30, 2022

2nd Annual TeenWorks Golf Tourney Will Be on September 16th at Crestview

By TeenWorks – Proceeds of the event will support the 2022-2023 year-round Pro program serving 25 local teens, as well as the 100+ teens anticipated to participate in the 2023 Summer program. MUNCIE, IN – TeenWorks, a central Indiana non-profit dedicated to empowering teens to achieve excellence in community, college, and career, will host its 2nd Annual TeenWorks Tourney at Crestview Golf Course on Friday, September 16th. Participating community members will golf in groups of 4 and can register by contacting Regional Director, Kari Wissel at kwissel@teenworks.org. A light breakfast, lunch, and Guardian Brewery beer will be provided to all…

Business August 29, 2022

Celebrating Entrepreneurs Through Showcase Week

By Ted Baker CEO/Executive Director, Muncie, Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—As the Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc. continues to lead the charge of “Celebrating Entrepreneurs in 2022,” our monthly Muncie Journal articles have highlighted several local entrepreneurs, their journeys, and what being an entrepreneur is all about. We have received many positive comments from Muncie Journal readers about how the articles have been insightful in their entrepreneurial endeavors. The Muncie community is home to many entrepreneurs and innovators, and we have much to celebrate. Businesses, especially small businesses, are vital to our community and beyond. I love this quote from Michael…

Government August 29, 2022

Sen. Todd Young to Present Purple Heart at Academy Day

By Senator Young’s Press Office— INDIANAPOLIS – On Monday, August 29, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) will present a Purple Heart medal to Army veteran Reginald Staley at his annual Academy Day on Monday. Mr. Staley received a Purple Heart, an Army Commendation Medal, and several other decorations for his service in Vietnam. Senator Young will present these medals at his “Academy Day,” an informational session for high school students interested in enrolling at one of the nation’s service academies. Representatives from the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy will be on…

Muncie Community Schools Now Offers 0 Per Day for Qualified Substitute Teachers

Education August 26, 2022

Muncie Community Schools Now Offers $210 Per Day for Qualified Substitute Teachers

By Andy Klotz— Rate believed to be highest in Indiana MUNCIE, IN – It’s an issue facing virtually every school district in Indiana and many throughout the country – too few substitute teachers. In an effort to change that, Muncie Community Schools (MCS) has doubled its highest sub pay rate from $105 per day to $210 per day. “We’re serious about keeping our classrooms filled with the most qualified individuals possible, and this is one more way we can try to do that,” MCS CEO and Director of Public Education Dr. Lee Ann Kwiatkowski said. In order to qualify for…

Entertainment August 26, 2022

$2 Can Get You Further In the Village on August 27th

By Mo Orbin, Neighborhood Coordinator— MUNCIE, IN—The “$2 Tour of the Village” returns on Saturday August 27th, from 4p – 8p on a closed University Avenue between Calvert and Dill Streets. This event is hosted by the Riverside/Normal City Neighborhood Association (RNC), and the Muncie Action Plan and is made possible by the support of Ball State University, Tribune Showprint and Muncie Map Co. “The Village is an important part of our neighborhood and we had such a great time with the festivals in 2019 and 2021,” said Heather Williams, President of RNC. “This year we’ve worked harder to connect…

Non-Profit August 26, 2022

MAGNA Committee Supports ARF With Fundraiser

By Kayla Holmes— MUNCIE, IN—As a company located in Muncie, Magna Powertrain likes to connect with local charities, businesses, and non-profit organizations in order to show our support for the community. The Social Committee at Magna recently organized a fundraiser for ARF where MAGNA employees were encouraged to donate. MAGNA would then match all proceeds collected. The Nacho Average Fundraiser was able to raise $899 in support of ARF. With the Magna Matching Program, the grand total came to $1,798.00. The proceeds raised will be able to help all the animals in ARF’s care. The money can aid with purchase…

Ball State University Awarded .3 Million Grant to Enhance Civics Education in Muncie Community Schools

Education August 26, 2022

Ball State University Awarded $1.3 Million Grant to Enhance Civics Education in Muncie Community Schools

By BSU Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana – Ball State University has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, totaling more than $1.3 million over three years, for its project, Civic Renewal through Education for Agency, or CREATE. The project is aligned with the American History and Civics Education-National Activities program, which is funded by Congress as part of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Public Law 114–95. In cooperation with Muncie Community Schools (MCS), Ball State will develop the project as an innovative approach to instruction, student learning, and professional development in civics that will integrate…

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