Articles by Mike Rhodes

The Future of Work Muncie initiative is a network of citizens, businesses, nonprofits, and educational organizations working together to link existing assets and co-create solutions to 21st-century workforce needs.

Education October 13, 2020

Ball State’s iMADE Student Projects are Building the Future of Work

By: Andrea McDermott, Future of Work Program Associate— Muncie, IN—Ball State’s iMADE projects are forging solutions to workforce needs through collaborations and community networking. By working with more than 10 local organizations and using multi-disciplinary approaches, iMADE exemplifies the dynamic partnerships of the Future of Work Muncie that create a unique opportunity for economic growth and cultural enhancement. From benches and entryways to farmers market improvements, and courtyard redesign, students create digital design ideas with partners Midwest Metals, Indiana Hardwood,…

Aerial photo of Muncie and Delaware County by Michael Wolfe

Business October 13, 2020

East Central Indiana Regional Partnership Announces Dates for Talent Attraction Webinars

By Mindy Kenworthy, President, East Central IN Regional Partnership— Muncie, IN – The East Central Indiana Regional Partnership (ECIRP) will be hosting a series of webinars to provide information to regional stakeholders on its new talent attraction initiative Forge Your Path. The first two webinars are scheduled for October 14 for HR professionals and employment recruiters, and October 15 for area realtors, home builders and lending officers. Ready to compete with other regions on a national scale, ECIRP announced last…

Entertainment October 12, 2020

A Socially Distanced, VIP Rocky Horror Picture Show Event

By Claire Downes— Muncie, IN—Dust off your fishnets and pleather; it is time to do the Time Warp again! Cornerstone Center for the Arts is excited for the seventh annual showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Rocky Horror is on Saturday, October 24, 2020, with pre-show beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Colonnade Room at Cornerstone Center for the Arts in Downtown Muncie. The Old Queen’s Men shadow cast is back for this interactive showing of the cult classic film….

The Ross Community Center is located at 1110 W 10th St, Muncie, IN 47302. Photo provided

Non-Profit October 11, 2020

Ross Community Center: ‘International Experience Festival’ Goes Online For 2020

By Molly Flodder— Muncie, IN—Muncie’s Ross Community Center will celebrate their annual International Festival without gathering as is the tradition. Instead the community is invited to participate in an International Silent Auction set for October 10-17. Items up for auction range from a smoked barbecued dinner for six and a pie of the month for a year to a Malaysian fried noodles dish and a logo design for a small business. Bidders may click on the link to see what…

Business October 11, 2020

Meet Stephen Brand, New Muncie Sanitary District Board President

By Stephen Brand— My name is Stephen Brand. I am a lifelong resident of Delaware County. I was raised in Southern Delaware County and worked on a Family farm near Cowan. I attended Cowan Schools. My career has been in manufacturing, and I currently lead a large Advanced Manufacturing Operation here in Muncie. I also serve our community on various boards focusing on economic and workforce development. I recently accepted a seat on the Muncie Sanitary District’s Board of Commissioners…

Dr. Pete Voss is chief medical officer for IU Health East Central Region.

Health October 9, 2020

COVID-19 Caution Urged as IU Health Ball Memorial Sees Surge of Positive Patients

By Pete Voss, MD, chief medical officer, IU Health East Central Region— Dear community, IU Health Ball is experiencing high volumes of sick patients in need of inpatient hospital care, as are hospitals up and down the I-69 corridor. This includes an all-time high of COVID-19 positive inpatients. Now more than ever, your vigilance is needed. Please continue to wear a mask, practice social distancing and prioritize hand hygiene; your actions play a pivotal role in preserving the health of your…

Carlson October 9, 2020

John Carlson: Drive-in Takes Some Drivin’

By John Carlson— As a kid I never went to drive-in movies. This was because we were conservative Baptists who believed Hollywood movies were the breeding ground of perverts and sexpots. Our chief fear, though, was that you’d chance going to the drive-in and, just your luck, Jesus would pick right then to return to Earth, leaving you caught in some steamy sin-wagon while drooling over a lusty scene from, say, ”Old Yeller.” Then where would you be, huh? Nevertheless,…

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 October 7, 2020

Delaware County Weekly COVID-19 Updates, October 6th

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. As of Oct. 6, Delaware County has reported 209 new cases of COVID-19 and 5 new deaths since the last county update on Sept. 29. The county’s 7-day positivity rate is at 6.5%; the CDC suggests this number should be well under 5%. The Delaware…

L-R: Michael C. Rechin and Mark Hardwick

Business October 5, 2020

First Merchants President & CEO Michael C. Rechin Announces Retirement

COO/CFO Mark Hardwick to become CEO; CBO Michael Stewart to become President; SVP Michele Kawiecki to become CFO MUNCIE, Ind. – After more than 13 years of leading significant growth and success for First Merchants, President & CEO Michael C. Rechin announced today he will retire from his position effective December 31, 2020. Rechin will remain on the First Merchants Board of Directors and will serve as an advisor to First Merchants going forward. Charles Schalliol, Chairman of the Board…

Education October 3, 2020

State Partners With Ivy Tech to Get Help to Hoosiers Affected by COVID-19

By Dr. Sue Ellspermann, President, Ivy Tech Community College, Teresa Lubbers, Commissioner, Indiana Commission for Higher Education , Fred Payne, Commissioner, Indiana Department of Workforce Development Muncie, IN—We know that Hoosiers are facing many challenges due to COVID-19. Some have lost their jobs and others may not be able to return to the position they once had because the job requirements have changed. “In This Together” is the charge we often hear to collectively fight this virus. In that spirit, the Indiana…

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