Articles by Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit February 23, 2021

ECI Regional Planning District Helps Communities Grow Through Funding, Planning

By ECIRPD— Muncie, IN—No matter if it’s the first steps toward a $30-million plan to widen an interstate highway through two counties, or less than $2,000 to paint markings at a town railroad crossing, growth and improvements and economic development don’t just happen. They require coordinated efforts like those the staff of the East Central Indiana Regional Planning District tackles every day. Created to serve communities throughout East Central Indiana, the Regional Planning District is supported by municipal partners in…

Non-Profit February 23, 2021

UNITY in OUR Community Event to Take Place on Saturday, February 27th

By Dr. Ruby Cain— Muncie, IN—UNITY in OUR Community Presents Love Fest: Celebrating our Firsts Join us in celebrating our community trailblazers who were the first in job position, community action, academic achievement, and more. If you know of a first, please share with us. Email a brief description and picture, if available to nyalugwemd@gmail.com. WHEN: Saturday February 27, 2021 TIME: 2 to 4 pm WHERE: Minnetrista (limited to 50 attendees) 1200 N. Minnetrista Parkway, Muncie IN 47302 Masks, Social Distancing, and Temperature Screening…

Business February 22, 2021

Meridian Health Services Moves Rialzo Event to 2022, Replaces 2021 Event With Something New

By Meridian Health Services— Muncie, IN— In an effort to promote and ensure healthy communities, Meridian Health Services has rescheduled its Charity Gala, Rialzo, from April 10, 2021 to April 9, 2022. This is the event’s second rescheduling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our mission in promoting healthier communities is our focus,” said Hank Milius, President/CEO of Meridian. “It’s unfortunate that our friends of Meridian cannot gather for Rialzo this year. We have always appreciated their support for our programs…

Non-Profit February 22, 2021

YMCA of Muncie Launches Annual Campaign to Support Community Needs

By Kristen McConnell— Muncie, IN – The YMCA of Muncie is launching its annual fundraising campaign on February 24, via Zoom, to help ensure everyone in the community has access to vital community programs and resources – especially during these challenging times. Every year, the YMCA works to respond to the needs of the community and this year is no different. Since the country began seeing the effects of COVID-19, the Y mobilized to provide the essential services needed. Since…

14 Delaware County Non-Profits Receive 7,500 in Grant Funding

Non-Profit February 22, 2021

14 Delaware County Non-Profits Receive $597,500 in Grant Funding

By Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. awarded $597,500 to 14 non-profit organizations during the first Quarterly Competitive Grant cycle of 2021. 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,…

Education February 19, 2021

Ivy Tech Community College Establishes Endowed Scholarship in Honor of Irie Elisabeth O’Shea

By Jennifer Gasiorek— Muncie, IN — The Muncie Campus of Ivy Tech Community College announces its newest endowed scholarship; Irie’s Guiding Fund. The new scholarship opportunity is named for Irie Elisabeth O’Shea, who tragically passed away in a house fire at the young age of 17. Irie was a stand-out Junior at Wes-Del High School, where she was a member of the National Honor Society, captain of the color guard team, and a tutor to younger students. Irie was known…

Carlson February 19, 2021

John Carlson: Tasty Steaks Here Are Rare

By John Carlson— Ahhhh, steak! In meat matters it’s the Big Kahuna, right? The Top of the Heap! Numero Uno! The Prince of Protein! The Maven of Marbling! The … Well, you get the idea. While I’ve eaten some great steaks in my life, I’ve also eaten some lousy ones, so I’d say I’m batting about .400. This would make me a super-star in baseball, but in terms of steak? Not so much. That’s because when it comes to my…

Health February 18, 2021

Delaware County COVID-19 Update, February 18th

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. Delaware County has remained yellow on the Indiana State Department of Health’s county metrics map for…

Education February 18, 2021

Muncie, Indiana: Teacher Leadership Improves the Learning Experience for All Students

By Jen Oliver, NIET Indiana Director— Editor’s note: This article was first published by The National Institute For Excellence in Teaching and is republished here with permission. Muncie, IN—While Muncie Community Schools could not have known at the time, the district launched one of the most important initiatives for supporting student success right as the pandemic was moving in: establishing and strengthening a teacher leadership pipeline. The district received a Career Ladders grant from the state in February 2020, right before…

Non-Profit February 18, 2021

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Announces 2021 Great Futures Dinner

By Amy Logan— Muncie, IN—The annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie’s Great Futures Dinner is scheduled for April 22, 2021 at 6 p.m. This year, guests can attend the event from the comforts of their own home via a live stream on the Clubs’ Facebook page, website, and YouTube channel. The Great Future’s Dinner is one of the Clubs’ annual fundraisers. This year, the money raised will fund a 7-week summer camp program for the Club Kids. Guests can…

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