Articles by Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit April 19, 2026

2026 ViVA Award Winners Announced

By Muncie Rotary Club— MUNCIE, IN— On April 14, 2026, Westminster Village was filled with gratitude and admiration as the community came together to celebrate the exemplary individuals and organizations dedicated to making a difference in Delaware County. The annual ViVA (Very Important Volunteer Award) luncheon, a cherished tradition since its inception in 1993 by the Muncie Noon Rotary Club, in partnership with the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club, once again shone a spotlight on the selfless efforts of volunteers who…

Don’t Take Them For Granted: Area Nonprofits Pump Billion Into Local Economy

Non-Profit April 17, 2026

Don’t Take Them For Granted: Area Nonprofits Pump $1 Billion Into Local Economy

By Juli A. Metzger— MUNCIE, IN—Area nonprofits pump $1 billion in annual revenue into the local economy and represent one quarter of the county workforce, according to new data from the Nonprofit Support Network. Jena Ashby, NSN Relationship and Resource Director, highlighted the changes in a presentation Thursday, at the Innovation Connector. “What’s clear is the impact of our nonprofits is substantial and meaningful,” Ashby said. “We’re more than social programs. We’re an economic engine.” Research found 1,279 nonprofits on…

Education April 17, 2026

Ball State CBER Brief Examines Why Full-Time Work May Not Lift Households Out of Poverty

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN— A new policy brief from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) examines why moving from part-time to full-time work may yield little net improvement for some households already living in poverty—even though full-time employment is associated with significantly stronger economic wellbeing for most working households. The brief—”Work Disincentives: Policy Responses to Low Returns of Full-Time Work for Poor Households”—is based on research published in the Journal of Poverty (2023) by Dr. Emily…

Business April 16, 2026

National Packaging Material Sorting and Storage Company Chooses Delaware County, Indiana

By the Economic Development Alliance of Muncie-Delaware County— MUNCIE, IN – The Economic Development Alliance of Muncie-Delaware County has announced that Sort Pro Holdings has located in 56,000 square feet at the former Marsh Supermarket warehouse at 9511 West Depot Street, Yorktown, Delaware County, Indiana. Sort Pro Holdings is a national packaging material sorting and storage company servicing major can manufacturers and branded fillers whose products fill store shelves across the country. “Ownership is very pleased to host Sort Pro Services,”…

Non-Profit April 16, 2026

New Conservation Group to Host Free Public Event on April 23 at Guardian Brewing Company

By Nick Werner— MUNCIE, IN — The newly founded White River Chapter of Quail Forever is inviting hunters, nature lovers, and anyone who cares about wildlife to its first-ever public event. Birds & Brews Pint Night will take place on Thursday, April 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Guardian Brewing Company in Muncie. Admission is free and open to everyone. “This event is for anyone who loves the outdoors — from bird hunters to people who just enjoy seeing…

Government, Health April 15, 2026

City of Muncie Announces Partnership with Muncie Mission to Expand Community Health Services

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN—The City of Muncie is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Muncie Mission aimed at expanding access to healthcare services for residents in need. Through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the City will provide the use of the facility located at 809 W. 8th Street for the expansion of the Muncie Missions no-cost community health clinic. This clinic will serve individuals who currently face barriers to accessing adequate healthcare, as it has at their…

Entertainment April 14, 2026

Free Tree Giveaway and Family Fun at Muncie’s Arbor Day Celebration

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN— Celebrate the roots of sustainability at the 2025 Muncie Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. This free, family-friendly event honors Muncie’s 27th year as a Tree City USA, bringing the community together to explore nature, plant for the future, and take home a tree of their own. The centerpiece of the event is the free sapling giveaway, offering a variety of native canopy…

Non-Profit April 14, 2026

League Earth Day Program Will Show How Solar and Farming Can Work Together

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN—“Sustainable Land Management on Ground Mounted Solar Projects” is the title of the League of Women Voters of Muncie-Delaware County’s program to celebrate Earth Day 2026 at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at the Kennedy Branch Library. The program is free and open to the public. The guest speaker will be Breanna Reed, the owner and operator of Bee-Ewe-tiful Farms in Walkerton, Indiana. Reed’s specialty is managing sheep on solar fields, and she is an advocate for dual-use…

Education April 13, 2026

Local Schools Recognized for Literacy Achievements

By Amanda Schreiber, Press Secretary, Indiana House Republicans— STATEHOUSE – Local schools were recently recognized for achieving high literacy rates by the Indiana Department of Education, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). IDOE recognized more than 400 schools across the state achieving a 95% or higher passage rate on the 2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment at the Literacy Achievement Celebration at the Statehouse on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. “I want to congratulate the schools in our district…

Non-Profit April 13, 2026

Riverside-Normal City Neighborhood Association Supports Emerson Dog Park with Community Mulch Effort

By Amy Leffingwell— MUNCIE, IN—On April 11, in recognition of National Pets Day, the Riverside-Normal City Association took action to support Emerson Dog Park through a community-led mulch donation effort aimed at improving conditions for park users. This initiative reflects the association’s commitment to caring for shared public spaces. While members express appreciation for the Muncie Parks Department and its ongoing work to maintain the city’s parks, they believe stewardship of public access areas should also be embraced as a…

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