Articles by Mike Rhodes

Leap Managed IT Events: Career Open House on September 22 and Executive AI Workshop in October

By Gary Thomas and Michael Thomas, Owners of Leap Managed IT— MUNCIE, IN—At Leap Managed IT, we’re more than a technology company, we’re a third-generation, Indiana-owned business with deep roots in Central Indiana. With our headquarters in Muncie and support centers across the state, we’re proud to serve the communities we call home. Being local means everything to us. One of our core pillars is community stewardship, a commitment started by our grandparents in 1930 and still reflected in everything we do…

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Ball State University Launches Toolkit to Strengthen Indiana Talent Pipelines

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State University has introduced a new Talent Pipeline Toolkit designed to help communities and businesses across Indiana more easily access University resources that support workforce development and local economic growth. The toolkit, developed by Ball State’s Office of Governmental Relations and Industry Engagement, centralizes information about the University’s wide range of programs and outreach initiatives. It provides a user-friendly, digital “one-stop shop” to help local leaders—from chambers of commerce to county officials and business…


Nonprofit Support Network Announces 2025 Nonprofit Summit and Community Luncheon

By Jena Ashby— MUNCIE, IN – Nonprofit Support Network is excited to announce that tickets are now available for the 2025 Nonprofit Summit, presented by Heart of Indiana United Way, scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Horizon Convention Center. This year’s summit will provide essential education, networking opportunities, and professional development for local nonprofits, continuing to strengthen the nonprofit sector in east central Indiana. The Nonprofit Summit includes a variety of breakout sessions and…


New South View Elementary Playground Designed With Every Child in Mind

By Andy Klotz, APR, MCS Chief Communications Officer— MUNCIE, IN – South View Elementary students and children in the surrounding neighborhood are creating fun memories and burning off lots of energy at the elaborate, new playground that just opened outside the school. With more than two dozen components stretching over a quarter-acre area, the new “Quaker Mill” equipment is already a big hit with the kids. “They love it,” said South View Principal Dr. Casey Smitherman. “Our kids are so…


Experience Downtown Muncie In a Whole New Way During ArtsWalk on October 2

By Vicki Veach— MUNCIE, IN— Get ready to experience downtown Muncie like never before! ArtsWalk returns on Thursday, October 2, from 5–8 PM, bringing art, music, and history to the heart of the city. Step into the Past and Future: Time Travel with AR: Bring your phone and explore the former Wysor Grand Opera House, the historic Wysor Building, and the Delaware County Courthouse through an augmented reality tour designed by artist John Fillwalk with Ball State’s IDIA Lab—made possible by…


You’re Invited to Dinner on September 18 for Muncie’s Bridge Dinner

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN—You’re invited to Muncie’s biggest outdoor dinner party. Join hundreds of your friends and neighbors for Muncie’s Bridge Dinner Thursday, Sept. 18, on the Washington Street Bridge. The free outdoor community event will be 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Parking for the event is available within walking distance at Tuhey Park. “I love being part of something that reminds me how vibrant and connected Muncie can be when we all gather in the same place with the…


Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Week is September 17-23

By Genet Soule – Paul Revere Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution— MUNCIE, IN—Did you know that the DAR initiated the observance of Constitution Week in 1955?  The National Society petitioned the U.S. Congress to dedicate September 17-23 of each year to the commemoration of the Constitution. Congress adopted the resolution and on August 2, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into Public Law #915. Refresh your knowledge of the Constitution – America’s most important document – at the…


Muncie Civic Theatre to Host Second Annual ‘Symbols and Secrets’ Event

By Maggie Sadler— MUNCIE, IN – An air of mystery will fill the halls of Muncie Civic Theatre on Saturday, October 18 when the theatre hosts its second annual Civic Soirée: Symbols & Secrets. Inspired by the intrigue of The Da Vinci Code, this immersive evening invites guests to trade a typical fundraiser for an elegant night of adventure. Attendees will be swept into a museum-like setting complete with hidden clues and codes woven throughout the theatre. Between the chase…


Afro Peruvian Jazz Orchestra to Perform Free Outdoor Concert on September 20 on Ball State Campus

By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN— The GRAMMY-nominated Afro Peruvian Jazz Orchestra will be performing in a FREE outdoor concert as part of the 2025 Muncie Three Trails Music Series. The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 20th at Brown Family Amphitheater on the campus of Ball State University.  The Ball State University Jazz Ensemble will open the show7 The Afro Peruvian Jazz Orchestra (APJO) is a dynamic 17-piece ensemble that expertly blends jazz with traditional Peruvian…


IU Health Ball Receives Level III Obstetric and Neonatal Facility Recertification

By Courtney Schmoll, Regional Communications, IU Health East Region— MUNCIE, IN – The Indiana State Department of Health has re-certified Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital as a Level III obstetric and Level III neonatal facility under the state’s Level of Care program. Level III hospitals are equipped to care for complex maternal medical conditions and obstetric complications, as well as infants requiring neonatal intensive care. “The level of maternal and neonatal care we provide means mothers and babies receive the right…