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Business November 13, 2024

Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Presents Awards at Their 130th Annual Event

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN — The Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce held their 130th Annual Meeting & Dinner on Tuesday, November 13. Six awards were presented, and a new chair of the board of directors was installed. The Spirit of Small Business Award was presented to an individual(s) who own and/or operate a small business in the greater Muncie area. The award finalists included Kaleidoscope Kids, TLC Equities, and Walls Furniture & Mattress. This year’s award recipient was Walls…

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U.S. Army Soldiers of 1st Battalion, 181st Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, conduct a training exercise alongside members of the Asayish in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, Sept. 30, 2024. The Asayish are the security and intelligence force operating in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region. U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Bruce Daddis

Veterans November 13, 2024

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Rylynne French

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by 7th graders and seniors from Cowan High School. We will be publishing one letter each day. This year’s Letters to Veterans special feature is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/    

Jud Fisher (left), President & CEO of Ball Brothers Foundation, and John West (right), founding board chair of Muncie Land Bank. Photo provided by Ball Brothers Foundation.

Non-Profit November 12, 2024

Muncie Land Bank’s John West Recognized with 2024 Fisher Governance Award

By Jud Fisher— MUNCIE, IN — Ball Brothers Foundation presented its annual Fisher Governance Award to John West, a founding board member of the Muncie Land Bank. The award was presented at the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Annual Meeting & Dinner on November 12. This award highlights Dr. West’s strong leadership as a board member and as former board chair, recognizing his strategic vision, financial oversight, and dedication to advancing the Muncie Land Bank’s mission to address property…

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Education November 12, 2024

Ivy Tech Community College Muncie/Henry County Offers Flexible Programs to Boost Careers

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN– Life has a way of making goals seem impossible to reach. Whether someone is seeking a career change, returning to their educational journey after a break, or enhancing skills to grow in their current field, Ivy Tech provides the flexibility, support, and resources that nontraditional students need to thrive. In today’s evolving workforce, having the right skills can make all the difference. Ivy Tech’s wide variety of programs, ranging from healthcare and Information Technology to…

Muncie has a vibrant arts community as pictured here during the Muncie Makers Market during the Brink of Summer Arts Walks. The Creative Space Action Plan, now available, outlines actionable steps to expand affordable creative spaces, enhance public engagement, and support the arts as a driving force for economic growth and quality of life in Muncie based on extensive input from residents, artists, and local organizations. Photo provided

Non-Profit November 12, 2024

Creative Space Action Plan Serves as Public Roadmap for Strengthening the Arts

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN – The Creative Space Action Plan, which outlines actionable steps to expand affordable creative spaces, enhance public engagement, and support the arts as a driving force for economic growth and quality of life in Muncie based on extensive input from residents, artists, and local organizations, is now available online at https://www.cfmdin.org/csap. The Creative Space Action Plan reflects the vision of the Muncie community, which has been instrumental in identifying challenges and opportunities to build a…

A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket launches from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, Oct. 4, 2024. This mission was the second certification mission required for ULA's certification process with the United States Space Force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collin Wesson)

Veterans November 12, 2024

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Elliot Mickler

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by 7th graders and seniors from Cowan High School. We will be publishing one letter each day. This year’s Letters to Veterans special feature is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/    

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Mitch DeLaRosa, retired, plays Taps to close out the annual Veterans Day Parade and Massing of the Colors in downtown Louisville, Ky., on Nov. 9. 2024. The event featured appearances by more than 50 organizations, including the Kentucky Air National Guard and its Mini C-130 Hercules scale replica. U.S. Air National Guard photo by Dale Greer

Veterans November 11, 2024

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Gracie Hill

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by 7th graders and seniors from Cowan High School. We will be publishing one letter each day. This year’s Letters to Veterans special feature is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/    

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 57th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (AMXS) load munitions during a Rapid Aircraft Generation Exercise at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Oct. 28. 2024. The 57th AMXS performs maintenance for F-16 Fighting Falcons and F-35A Lightning II aircraft, including pre- and post- flight inspections, launch and recovery, and munitions loading. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brianna Vetro

Veterans November 8, 2024

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Layne Keihn

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by 7th graders and seniors from Cowan High School. We will be publishing one letter each day. This year’s Letters to Veterans special feature is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/    

Cornerstone Center for the Arts is located at 520 E. Washington Street in Muncie. Photo by Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit November 8, 2024

Cornerstone Center for the Arts Board of Directors Announces Fundraising Campaign

By Cornerstone Board of Directors— MUNCIE, IN – We’re excited to share some amazing news from Cornerstone Center for the Arts. First, we added Stephanie Michaels as our Director of Programs. She brings more than 10 years of experience in arts education and joined our already talented team. Second, we’ve been selected as a finalist for the WIBU (Women in Business Unlimited) Leadership Organization Award. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to empowering the community through arts and…

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, stand at attention before they conduct a Marine Corps Martial Arts Program techniques test at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Oct. 24, 2024. MCMAP aims to strengthen the mental and moral resiliency of recruits and Marines through realistic combative training, warrior ethos studies, and physical hardening. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah M. Grawcock)

Veterans November 7, 2024

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Violet Smith

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by 7th graders and seniors from Cowan High School. We will be publishing one letter each day. This year’s Letters to Veterans special program is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet.   Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/