Articles by Mike Rhodes

This illustration, created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a corona surrounding the virion.

Health November 25, 2020

Delaware County Weekly COVID-19 Update, November 24th

Editor’s note: Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, this week’s COVID update was released early. The following COVID-19 update is brought to you through a collaboration of healthcare partners including Delaware County Health Department, Delaware County Emergency Management Agency, Delaware County Office of Information, and other major healthcare providers. This week’s report is being published early due to the holiday; the next report will be released on Thursday, Dec. 3. Heading into Thanksgiving, Delaware County remains orange on the Indiana State…

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YMCA of Muncie CEO, Chad Zaucha, presents at the press conference.

Non-Profit November 24, 2020

YMCA Proposes a Community-Centric Vision for a Riverside YMCA

By Kristen McConnell— Muncie, IN— Yesterday, the YMCA of Muncie is unveiled a bold vision for a centrally located YMCA that reaches deep into the community, offering expanded services with wellness minded indoor and outdoor activities for all. By providing a unifying, neutral catalyst for positive change, the project has potential to be a turning point for the community. A strong Y signals a thriving community.  “The YMCA is a community benefit organization.  It not only benefits its 20,000+ constituents, but…

Photo by: BSU photo services

Education November 23, 2020

Ball State, Ivy Tech Expand Business Options for Transfer Students

By Ball State Marketing and Communications— Muncie, IN—Students studying business at Ivy Tech Community College now have more options when they transfer to Ball State University as a result of a new agreement between the institutions. Ivy Tech graduates in business administration may transfer directly into 11 business majors offered by Ball State’s Miller College of Business under a Guaranteed Admission Agreement. “We have created a seamless process for students from Ivy Tech to find a home in the Miller…

EcoREHAB advances our community through the promotion and practice of sustainable design, through rehabilitation of homes, like this one in the South Central area. A $25,000 grant will support a training course that provides hands-on experience in the building industry.

Non-Profit November 23, 2020

10 Delaware County Non-Profits Receive $96K in Grant Funding From Community Foundation

By Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. awarded $96,151 to 10 non-profit organizations during the final Quarterly Competitive Grant cycle of 2020. The Community Foundation’s purpose is to improve the quality of life in Muncie and Delaware County for this generation and generations to come. Quarterly Competitive Grants are awarded to fund projects for which there is a demonstrable community benefit in one of the following areas of interest: arts and culture, human services,…

Wonder where turkeys come from? Well, my friends, it all kind of depends. Photo by stockfreeimages.

Carlson November 20, 2020

John Carlson: A Bird in the Hand…

By John Carlson— In response to yucky feelings brought about by the coronavirus, earlier this year Nancy and I pondered adopting a back-to-the-land lifestyle promising a tasty Thanksgiving Day payoff. Our plan: Raise our own turkeys. We were very excited about this, which isn’t surprising. After all, while we were never exactly back-to-the-land, mushroom-munching hippies, in 1982 we did subscribe to Mother Earth News for six whole issues. Our plans came to naught, though. With the failure to approve raising…

This illustration, created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a corona surrounding the virion.

Health November 19, 2020

Delaware County Weekly COVID-19 Update, November 19th

Editor’s note: The following COVID-19 update is brought to you through a collaboration of healthcare partners including Delaware County Health Department, Delaware County Emergency Management Agency, Delaware County Office of Information, and other major healthcare providers. Delaware County weekly COVID-19 updates are released every Thursday and include information from the Indiana State Department of Health county metrics dashboard, which is updated every Wednesday afternoon. Muncie, IN— This week, Delaware County has remained “orange” in the Indiana State Department of Health’s county…

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Health November 19, 2020

IU Health Updates Temporary Visitor Guidelines

By IU Health— Indianapolis, IN – In response to increased COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations across the state, Indiana University Health is updating its temporary visitor guidelines to minimize the risk of infection within its facilities and keep patients, families and team members safe. Effective Nov. 19, 2020, no visitors will be permitted in IU Health hospitals and facilities. Some exceptions are outlined below. Approved visitors must screen negative for COVID-19 and will be provided a mask that must be worn at…

A group of students and community leaders participating the Web of Support training from Jan. 2020. Photo provided

Non-Profit November 18, 2020

The ‘Future of Work’ Seeks Input for Active Collaborations 

By The Future of Work— Muncie, IN—Imagine if all local residents were excited about their work and felt prepared for the future. What would that look like? You’re invited to help create the future of work in Muncie! You have the opportunity to invest your input, ideas, and energy in active collaborations to make our community a better place to live, work, and create. During the last two years, the Future of Work initiative has helped foster unique and innovative…

Pete's Bar & Grill Cake

Non-Profit November 18, 2020

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie ‘Just Desserts’ Fundraiser A Hit

By Amy Logan— Muncie, IN—The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie wrapped up another successful Just Desserts Fundraiser despite the change in format.  This year’s event raised $11,394.36 during the event on Friday, November 6. This total does not include the $3,735.56 raised at events leading up to the main event. The money raised from this event will go directly toward providing quality programs for the local Clubs. This year’s Just Desserts took on a new format to maintain staff,…

This illustration, created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a corona surrounding the virion.

Education November 18, 2020

COVID-19 Case Closes Southside Middle School Until After Thanksgiving

By Andy Klotz— Muncie, IN– Due to a positive case of COVID-19 that has affected the entire front office staff and administration at Southside Middle School, the school will close immediately and not reopen until after the Thanksgiving break. Students will shift to e-learning by utilizing the district’s Schoology learning management system with live lessons taking place each period. A staff member received the positive test result Tuesday evening. After contact tracing, it was determined that the entire front office staff and…