Articles by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment July 19, 2022

Free Public Concert from America’s Hometown Band Set for July 28th

By Katherine Huggler— MUNCIE, IN—The Big Band musicians of America’s Hometown Band are returning to the Ball State University Arts Terrace quad for 2022. This group is set to entertain their audience with musical gems that feature that special Swing Sound. Always a crowd-favorite event, the performance is set for Thursday evening, July 28, starting at 7 pm . Admission is free and open to all. The band’s leader is pro trumpeter Larry McWilliams, BSU Jazz Program founder and emeritus professor of music. This outdoor setting under the shady trees has plenty of space for lawn chairs, blankets, picnics, and dancing – take along friends &…

Business July 18, 2022

Muncie Marketing Firm Wins Big in International Creative Competition

By Intersection staff— Hermes Creative Awards crowns Intersection with multiple Platinum, Gold wins. MUNCIE, IN— Intersection, a full-service marketing and branding agency in downtown Muncie, earned several accolades from the Hermes Creative Awards. The 2022 wins mark the agency’s second consecutive year of Platinum and Gold honors from the international competition. Hosted annually by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals, the Hermes Creative Awards recognizes outstanding creative work within the advertising and marketing industry and is open to individuals and businesses of all sizes globally. Intersection received a total of 14 awards this year, including five Platinum awards and…

Education, Non-Profit July 18, 2022

2023 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Application Now Available

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Incoming high school seniors can now apply online for the 2023 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship administered by The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County. Applicants must be residents of Delaware County, Ind., and attend an accredited high school in Delaware County. The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship in Muncie and Delaware County awards a student who possesses leadership potential, who is well-rounded and community-minded. The scholarship covers tuition and required fees for four years of full-time undergraduate study leading to a bachelor’s degree at any accredited Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university. Additionally, the…

Education July 18, 2022

Four Ball State University Graduates Chosen for Fulbright U.S. Student Program

By Ball State Marketing & Communications— MUNCIE, IN – Four recent Ball State University graduates have been chosen for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program—one of the most prestigious and widely recognized international programs, which grants support for pursuing graduate studies, conducting research, or teaching English abroad. Each graduate has been selected for an English Teaching Assistantship (ETA). In this role, they will help students in their host countries develop English language skills, and serve as cultural ambassadors between nations. This year’s Ball State Fulbright U.S. Student Program selections are: Brianna Lopez of Noblesville, Ind., Host country destination—Bulgaria Ms. Lopez completed a…

Non-Profit July 17, 2022

New Photo Station Uses Cell Phones to Track Environmental Changes at Dutro-Ernst Woods

By Kelley V Phillips— “Chronolog” allows visitors to use cell phone photos as part of a citizen-science tool to monitor wildlife habitat restoration. MUNCIE, IN – Red-tail Land Conservancy has installed a new Chronolog environmental monitoring station at Dutro-Ernst Woods in Muncie that uses cell phone photos to track changes in a newly planted prairie. Chronolog is a citizen-science project that allows the community to help in research and management of natural areas by creating a crowd-sourced digital time lapse. Nature preserve visitors can add to the time lapse by positioning their cell phone on the Chronolog platform, taking a photo, and…

Government July 15, 2022

Indiana Family and Social Services to Provide Funding for Mental Health Services

By Marni Lemons— Will also launch Indiana 988 phone line for crisis response on Saturday. INDIANAPOLIS–The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction is providing new funding to help build and support projects in Indiana to improve mental health services for Hoosiers. This includes funding appropriated by the Indiana General Assembly in House Enrolled Act 1001, and additional funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act and other sources. DMHA is working with partners in the private sector, the health care system and community and philanthropic organizations to provide grassroots support and funding alongside DMHA’s statewide…

Entertainment July 14, 2022

Minnetrista Announces 2022 ‘Faeries, Sprites, and Lights’ Event

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— The faeries are back and better than ever. Faeries, Sprites, & Lights at Minnetrista will be held July 28 through 30 from 5 to 9 p.m., with a special sensory-friendly event on July 31 from noon to 4 p.m. During this multi-day event, children are encouraged to come dressed in their best magical faerie attire as they imagine and play in a faerie wonderland. Families can enjoy games, crafts, a theater show, live music and dancing, a bubble garden, and much more throughout Minnetrista’s enchanted Oakhurst Gardens. Kids and families are also encouraged to interact…

Non-Profit July 14, 2022

‘I Have a Dream’ Community Collaboration Scholarship Winners Announced

By Rhonda Ward and Susan Fisher— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie Central Bearcat Seniors Shekinah McNeil and Makaiya Lowe are the recipients of this year’s “I Have a Dream” 2022 Community Collaboration Scholarship, sponsored by the Muncie Chapter of Indiana Black Expo, the MLK Dream Team, and the Muncie NAACP. There were a total of seven applicants from Muncie Community schools and three county schools. The selection committee felt that all were highly qualified and worthy of the scholarship. The two winners will each receive a gift of $2,000.00 towards their college education. Shekinah McNeil’s future plans are to attend an HBCU, Tennessee State…

Business July 14, 2022

First Merchants Bank Wins Award for Best Leadership Team from Comparably.com

By First Merchants— MUNCIE, IN– First Merchants Bank announced today it has been recognized by Comparably for Best Leadership Team. This annual award identifies leaders and leadership teams who are driving positive cultural change across companies large and small. First Merchants Bank was selected by Comparably as being in the top 5% of all financial services companies evaluated for their leadership qualities. This Comparably Award is derived from employee sentiment ratings provided anonymously by employees about their leadership teams (CEO, executives, and direct managers) on Comparably.com during a 12-month period. “Great culture is driven by strong leadership teams who know…

Education, Health July 13, 2022

Meridian’s ‘Fam Fest’ Returns for Back to School Fun on July 14th

By Hannah Dunckel— MUNCIE, Ind. – Meridian Health Services’ Fam Fest will return on Thursday, July 14 with a back to school theme promoting health, wellness, family fun, safety and community resources. The event will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Southside Middle School, home of Meridian’s School-Based Health Clinic, located at 1601 E. 26th St. Muncie, IN 47302. Fam Fest is a FREE family festival for all ages featuring: FREE: Health screenings, school physicals and vaccinations Food and drinks (while supplies last) Community vendors Games, activities, and prizes Entertainment and more family fun! Fam Fest attendees can…

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