Articles by Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit October 12, 2021

Heart of Indiana United Way to Kick Off Annual Campaign with ‘Give From the Heart Challenge’

By Kim Williams, CFRE— EAST CENTRAL INDIANA – Heart of Indiana United Way will kick off their annual campaign to the public with a 5-day virtual Give from the Heart Challenge October 18-22. The goal of the challenge is to raise financial support for and awareness of Heart of Indiana United Way’s impact in each of the counties they serve. Each day of the 5-day challenge will be focused on one of the following counties – Delaware, Madison, Henry, Randolph, and Fayette. The Give from the Heart Challenge will premiere at 1 pm each day on the organization’s social media channels….

Business October 11, 2021

Take your Business Idea from the Majors to the Minors During the 8th Annual ‘BIG Idea Pitch Competition’

By Carter Anderson— MUNCIE, Ind.—Got a business idea? The BIG Idea Pitch Competition gives you the chance to prove the potential of your business idea, meet others who can help you succeed, and possibly win a cash prize! This competition will be held at the Innovation Connector on November 8th, 2021 at 6 pm EST and will be live-streamed on the Innovation Connector Facebook page. Those interested in this opportunity should register by 12 PM EST on October 26th to secure their spot in the competition. The Innovation Connector will host two in-person training camps prior to the finals night on…

Entertainment October 11, 2021

Minnetrista Announces Their Family Adventure Day on October 13th

By Katy Maggart— Muncie, IN—Explore 40-acres of fun at Minnetrista’s Family Adventure Day: Fall Festival! Enjoy crafts, games, cider pressing demonstrations, and more on Wednesday, October 13th. This free community event is open to the whole family. With so much being offered, the day is a choose-your-own-adventure opportunity. The various fall activities create space for learning, active family participation, and loads of fun! Spend a beautiful fall day at Minnetrista, exploring with friends and family. To help us manage capacity for social distancing, there will be three two-hour sessions, and we ask that you please pre-register. Masks are required while…

Non-Profit October 11, 2021

‘A Better Way’ Expands Service Area

By Tiffany Kerrigan, MPH— Muncie, IN – A Better Way, a non-profit committed to reducing domestic abuse, sexual assault and suicide through shelter services, crisis intervention and prevention initiatives, has announced that it will begin serving the three counties served by Genesis of Richmond and acquire all its assets. Effective immediately, Genesis will operate as a part of A Better Way. The expanded agency, managed under the leadership of A Better Way’s Executive Director Teresa Clemmons, will allow for greater efficiencies, a broader scope of services for victims of domestic violence and a greater overall impact. A Better Way will now…

Government October 11, 2021

Congressman Pence Leads Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Rural Access to Telehealth

By Greg Pence Press Office— Columbus, IN – Congressman Greg Pence (IN-06) has introduced H.R. 5506, the Rural Telehealth Access Task Force Act with Congresswoman Angie Craig (MN-02) seeking to expand rural communities’ access to telehealth capabilities. The proposed legislation seeks to establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force between the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), United States Department if Agriculture (USDA), Department of Health and Human Service (HHS), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). If enacted by law, the task force would be commissioned with identifying barriers to the adoption of telehealth technologies in…

Carlson October 8, 2021

John Carlson: Still Rockin’ After All These Years

By John Carlson— Since Nancy recently turned seventy-two and I just turned seventy-one, we were looking for the perfect age-appropriate gifts for each other’s birthday, and found them. Rocking chairs! A rocking chair was probably a lot better gift for me than for her, though. That’s because to use one, you have to sit down, which Nancy does approximately seven minutes per day. But it being a well known fact that opposites attract, I normally sit for approximately seven minutes per day, give or take twenty-three hours. It’s like, I don’t mean to brag or anything, but on warm days…

Education October 7, 2021

Report Reveals Ivy Tech Community College’s Economic Impact in Muncie

By Jennifer Gasiorek— College produces $3.9 billion cumulative annual impact throughout state. MUNCIE, IN—An in-depth study, conducted by Emsi, reveals the significant positive economic impact Ivy Tech Community College makes on the state of Indiana, including the local impact in Delaware and Henry County. The report outlines the return on investment the Community College makes to its major stakeholder groups – students, taxpayers and the communities it serves. Results of the analysis reflect a $3.9 billion cumulative annual impact. The 2020 Ivy Tech Community College Economic Impact Report, based on fiscal year 2018-19, includes the following key findings for our…

Business October 6, 2021

Farmhouse Creative Announces the Acquisition of Williams Printing

By Amy Leffingwell— MUNCIE, Ind. –Local marketing and branding firm Farmhouse Creative has acquired the client base of Williams Printing of Farmland, IN. Established in 2012, Farmhouse Creative is owned by the husband/wife team of Matt Howell and Angie Rogers-Howell. Angie, president and CEO, brings over 15 years of experience in the design and print industry. In 2014, Matt Howell joined the Farmhouse team as vice president. He brings over 20 years of experience in website design, development, and digital marketing. Farmhouse Creative serves its clients by offering high-quality branding and graphic design services, print products, promotional products, website design…

Business October 6, 2021

I&M’s Electric Vehicle Program Helps Hoosiers Install Charging Equipment, Enjoy Lower Overnight Rates

By Tracy Warner— New partnership supports charger installations for customers $500 incentive for installation costs; lower rate available for overnight charging National Drive Electric Week helps highlight electric vehicle advantages FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) has announced details of its IM Plugged In program that offers incentives to Indiana residential customers for installing charging equipment for electric vehicles. Participating customers also receive discounted rates for charging their electric vehicles overnight. IM Plugged In makes charging electric vehicles more affordable and inviting to Hoosier customers as they choose their transportation options. IM Plugged In helps provide customers the…

Entertainment October 6, 2021

‘Mayor’s Arts Awards’ Past Recipients To Be At ArtsWalk

By Carl Schafer— MUNCIE, Ind.—The Muncie Mayor’s Arts Awards recognize the contributions to the cultural community by artists of all kinds, and organizations working in the arts to benefit the residents of Muncie. Gordy Fine Art and Framing is promoting the 2021 Mayor’s Arts Awards program by presenting a show of visual art made by award recipients from previous years. Since 2015, awards have been given to 24 individuals and organizations—13 of these are visual artists and we are proud to present their work beginning on the evening of ArtsWalk, October 7, 5 – 9 pm. The 2021 Mayor’s Arts…

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