Articles by Mike Rhodes

Carlson March 18, 2022

John Carlson: Happy As A Plate Of Clam Strips To Be On Vacation

By John Carlson— So there I was, standing in front of D.J.’s Clam Shack, thinking how the older you get, the less risky your vacations become. It wasn’t that long ago one of my vacation goals was to join those hardy souls who summit Mt. Everest. Twenty minutes later, however, I decided that another equally worthwhile vacation goal is to not die while trying to do something stupid. If I wanted to explore gigantic natural protuberances, I decided, I’d just…

Education March 17, 2022

Muncie Mayor Announces His Picks for Muncie Community Schools Board

By Tony Sandleben— MUNCIE, Ind. – With two seats on the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) School Board set to be open soon, Mayor Ridenour is announcing the names of the people he is planning to send to Ball State President Geoffrey Mearns for consideration for one of those seats. Those people are Carisa Aguilar, Brittany Bales and Dr. Amy M. Baize-Ward. Dr. Ward is the current Vice Chancellor of Student Success at Ivy Tech Community College. She has a Master’s…

Non-Profit March 17, 2022

Boys & Girls Club of Muncie to Host Great Futures Dinner on March 31st

By Zack Hansen— MUNICE, IN—At Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie, inspiring our Club members is a part of our mission. When we inspire our Club members and foster a safe, supportive environment, we are giving them a chance to thrive. Celebrating the accomplishments and talents of our Club members is key to enabling their success and growth as individuals. On Thursday, March 31st, Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie will celebrate our Club members at The Great Futures Dinner…

Government March 16, 2022

This Week is Severe Weather Preparedness Week

By John Herrik, Network Indiana— STATEWIDE–No severe weather is expected in the immediate future, but the National Weather Service says now is the time to have a plan in place for your family and business. This week is Severe Weather Preparedness Week. “Once we get into this time of year, the chances for severe storms go up. The chances for tornadoes go up. Indiana has had a long history of tornadoes in March and especially April,” said Randy Bowers, meteorologist…

Government March 16, 2022

U.S. Congressman Greg Pence Announces Congressional Art Competition

By U.S. Congressman Pence Press Office— COLUMBUS, IN – U.S. Congressman Greg Pence (IN-06) today shared details of the annual Congressional Art Competition. Each spring, a nation-wide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Artistic Discovery Contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our Congressional District. The deadline to submit artwork is April 25th, 2022. The Artistic Discovery Contest is open to all…

Business March 16, 2022

I&M Seeks Proposals for 1,300 MW of Solar, Wind Energy

By I&M— FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Indiana Michigan Power, an American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) company, has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for facilities that will generate approximately 800 megawatts (MW) of wind energy and approximately 500 MW of solar power. I&M’s invitation for bids offers private sector developers the opportunity to propose the best and most cost-effective projects to add significant renewable energy resources to I&M’s diverse generation fleet. I&M currently operates five solar farms and purchases power…

Education March 15, 2022

5th Annual Launch(ed) Women in Technology Conference For Middle School Girls

By IU Communications— BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana University President Pamela Whitten will host the fifth annual Launch(ed) Women in Technology conference, which aims to inspire middle school girls to pursue their interest in STEAM fields: science, technology, engineering, art and math. The conference will be held March 23 at Hub & Spoke in Fishers. “I am honored to host the fifth annual Launch(ed) Women in Technology conference,” Whitten said. “This conference offers opportunities for middle school girls to learn, explore…

Non-Profit March 14, 2022

Muncie Public Library’s Katie Lehman Honored by National Leadership Program

By Gina Warner, National Afterschool Association and Susan Fisher, Muncie Public Library— WASHINGTON, D.C.,– The National AfterSchool Association (NAA), the voice of the afterschool profession and lead organization for the advancement of afterschool professionals and leaders has selected Katie Lehman, Ready Readers Supervisor at Muncie Public Library, as one of NAA’s 2022 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders. In selecting its 2022 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders, the NAA sought to highlight emerging young leaders who are active in the broader afterschool community, demonstrate…

Education March 14, 2022

Ball State Event: ‘Who Is a Journalist?’ Discussion on 1st Amendment Rights This Week

Editor’s note: Sunshine Week is a national initiative to promote a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information. Participants include media outlets, civic groups, libraries, non-profit organizations, schools and others. By Juli Metzger— MUNCIE, IN—As we embark on Sunshine Week, an annual recognition of the importance of open government, I cannot help but reflect on our imperfect union, and that the free flow of fact-based news continues to hit roadblocks in this age of misdirection and…

Government March 13, 2022

City of Muncie’s Youth Mentor and Summer Employment Program Applications Now Open

By George Foley— MUNCIE, IN—The City of Muncie’s Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor the @ Promise Youth Mentor & Summer Employment Program from June 1st – July 8th, 2022. This program is open to students between 12-16 years of age and reside in Muncie, IN. Selected students, up to 100, will be contacted for an interview prior to program acceptance. Students selected to participate in the summer program will work every Thursday and Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00…

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