Articles by Mike Rhodes

Muncie Rotary Club Installs New Officers, Sherry Riggin Recognized for Her Service

Non-Profit July 14, 2021

Muncie Rotary Club Installs New Officers, Sherry Riggin Recognized for Her Service

By Kate Stoss— Muncie, IN – The Muncie Rotary Club celebrated the transition to the new for the 2021-2022 Rotary year on June 29, 2021. Ana Pichardo, retiring 2020-2021 President of the Muncie Rotary Club, presided over the installation ceremonies of the new club officers and praised the club members for their continued commitment in upholding the mission and values of Rotary. 2021-2022 Muncie Rotary Club Officers President: Kate Stoss President Elect: Matt Howell Immediate Past President: Ana Pichardo Secretary: Robert LaFrance Treasurer:  Linda S. Gregory “I am honored to serve as the Muncie Rotary Club President,” stated Kate Stoss….

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Muncie Arts and Plyspace Present ‘Open Curiosity’ a Virtual Workshop Series

Entertainment July 13, 2021

Muncie Arts and Plyspace Present ‘Open Curiosity’ a Virtual Workshop Series

By Sarah Shaffer— Muncie, IN—PlySpace, the artist in residence program of The Muncie Arts and Culture Council is excited to announce Open Curiosity: An Exploration of Material as Metaphor. This workshop series will be led by Summer 2021 Virtual PlySpace Resident Carrie Dickason. The free, four-part workshop series will take place via Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, beginning Tuesday, July 20 and ending Thursday, July 29. The program is open to ages 18+ and all skill levels. Registration is required. Sign up today at: PlySpace.org/open-curiosity. Open Curiosity: An Exploration of Material as Metaphor, a four…

Family-Owned The Townsend Corporation Treats Employees Like Family

Business July 13, 2021

Family-Owned The Townsend Corporation Treats Employees Like Family

By Stacey A. Shannon— Muncie, IN—For 75 years, The Townsend Corporation has been a family-owned business headquartered in Muncie at 1015 W. Jackson St. The company, whose purpose is to work with electric utility companies to clear tree and vegetation away from power lines, has crews in a number of states with a variety of jobs available.  https://careers-thetownsendcorp.icims.com/ Sarah Hudelson, Recruiting and Retention Specialist for The Townsend Corporation, said the company values all of its employees and is committed to keeping them safe. “The Townsend Corporation treats people like they’re a person, not just an employee,” she said. “That’s reflected…

Healthy Community Alliance Recognizes Outstanding Partner Contributions

Health July 12, 2021

Healthy Community Alliance Recognizes Outstanding Partner Contributions

By John Disher— Annual “100,000 Award” recognizes dedication to improving health and well-being Muncie, IN— The Healthy Community Alliance of East Central Indiana (HCA) presented its “100,000 Award in Memory of Dr. George Branam” to the Healthy Lifestyle Center during its annual partner meeting on June 17, 2021. The annual award is given to an organization that supports the work of the HCA through outstanding leadership, innovative collaborations and unwavering dedication to improving the health and well-being of our community. The HCA “100,000 Award” recognizes the legacy of the late George Branam, MD, a steadfast champion of community health and…

Exchange Club Celebrates 100 Years and Recognizes New Board of Directors

Non-Profit July 12, 2021

Exchange Club Celebrates 100 Years and Recognizes New Board of Directors

By Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, IN—The Exchange Club of Muncie celebrated its 100th anniversary on March 7, 2021. In its 100th year, the club is pleased to recognize its board of directors and slate of officers: Jeffrey A. Heavilon, M.D., President. Jim Kouns, Vice President Marianne Benson, Secretary Mike Donovan, Treasurer Forrest Bowers, Past President Neal Barnum, Board Member Rick Edmundson, Board Member Lee Nicholson, Board Member Harold Roberts, Board Member Joseph Rogers, Board Member Tim Williams, Board Member “I am pleased to be part of a club that is celebrating 100 years of serving Muncie,” said incoming president Dr. Heavilon….

IU School of Medicine Receives million NIA Grant for Alzheimer’s, Dementia Research

Health July 11, 2021

IU School of Medicine Receives $30 million NIA Grant for Alzheimer’s, Dementia Research

By IU School of Medicine— Indianapolis, IN—A National Centralized Repository for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias(NCRAD) grant has been renewed for another five years with funding expected to total $30 million from the National Institute on Aging (NIA), within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NCRAD is led by Tatiana Foroud, PhD, Executive Associate Dean for Research Affairs at IU School of Medicine. Since 2018, NCRAD has been among the five largest grants awarded to the IU School of Medicine. “The National Centralized Repository for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias serves as the primary resource for samples for all NIA-funded dementia…

Human Library Aims to Erase Prejudices

Non-Profit July 10, 2021

Human Library Aims to Erase Prejudices

By Shwetha Sundarrajan— Muncie, IN—It’s not like your typical library. No, it’s definitely not like a bookmobile either. The Human Library is unlike anything you’ve seen. Founded by Roni Abergel in 2000, the Denmark based international non-profit aims to “better our understanding of diversity in order to help create more inclusive and cohesive communities across cultural, religious, social and ethnic differences.” But what exactly constitutes a Human Library? According to Peggy Lewis, the book depot manager of the Muncie Human Library, the “books” are actually people who are assigned a title based on their life experiences. Just like a regular…

John Carlson: Reliving One’s Musical Youth

Carlson July 9, 2021

John Carlson: Reliving One’s Musical Youth

By John Carlson— A fella suspects he’s on the cusp of entering his second childhood when, at the ripe old age of 70, he joins his favorite musical group’s fan club. Nevertheless, I say bring it on. It’s not like I haven’t been in a fan club before, after all. I have. It was the Cloud Appreciation Society.  For just twenty-five euros-a-year the club emailed me a daily cloud picture, some of them spectacular and others less so, along with related cloud information. As a longtime aviation nut who was temporarily absent from the cockpit, I figured the cloud fan…

Lost Bayou Ramblers to Perform at Canan Commons July 10th

Entertainment July 8, 2021

Lost Bayou Ramblers to Perform at Canan Commons July 10th

Editor’s note: Due to the threat of rain, tonight’s Lost Bayou Ramblers concert will be moved to Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 N. Main Street in Muncie.  The concert will still start at 7 PM. By Rick Zeigler— Muncie, IN– Acclaimed progressive Cajun band Lost Bayou Ramblers will be performing in a FREE outdoor concert as part of the 2021 Muncie Three Trails Music Series. The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Saturday, July 10th at Canan Commons (500 S. Walnut St.) in the heart of downtown Muncie, IN. The Lost Bayou Ramblers will also be performing a special acoustic set at 7 PM to open the show.Lost Bayou…

Free 3-Week Summer Challenge Launches July 12th Nationwide

Non-Profit July 8, 2021

Free 3-Week Summer Challenge Launches July 12th Nationwide

By Kristen McConnell— Muncie, IN—The YMCA’s free 3-week Summer Out Loud Challenge, presented by the YMCA of Muncie, launches July 12. Opt-in to the challenge today by texting SUMMER to 844-889-6220 and be entered to win a 1-year household membership to the YMCA of Muncie or a national grand prize of a family vacation of your choice (up to a $5,000 value). After opting in via text, follow the prompts to register for the challenge. You will receive three texts per week filled with motivation, workouts and family fun activities to try throughout the challenge. Choosing to participate in the…