Articles by Mike Rhodes

Government February 6, 2021

Bayh Family Statement on Passing of Former Indiana First Lady Susan Bayh

By the Bayh Family— It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Susan Breshears Bayh after a long and courageous fight against glioblastoma and its complications. Susan was an incredible person who led a life full of love, courage, and accomplishment. Susan excelled academically and professionally. She earned a degree in political science from the University of California at Berkeley and a law degree from the University of Southern California. She practiced law at two of our nation’s most distinguished law firms, at Eli Lilly (Indiana’s largest employer), and served on the board of directors for several companies in biotechnology,…

Education February 5, 2021

Muncie Public Library and Burris Laboratory School Partner for READ Program

By Susan Fisher, Muncie Public Library, Photos by Laura-Lea Hughes, Burris Laboratory School— Muncie, IN—Muncie Public Library (MPL) and Burris Laboratory School are excited to announce the recent roll out of a READ card program that will put a special library card in the hands of all students, faculty, and staff at Burris. The partnership will increase access to MPL books, audio-visual items, database resources, and eResources. “As soon as the partnership was approved, I shared details about it with our students and they have been very excited to get and use the new READ card,” said Laura-Lea Hughes, Media Specialist…

Carlson February 5, 2021

John Carlson: Now THAT’S a Seed Catalog!

By John Carlson— You know you’re looking at an incredibly beautiful seed catalog when you get emotional over pictures of vegetables. I mean, sure, I’ve bawled over food photos before. But that’s been when confronted with, say, a particularly poignant pepperoni pizza picture. And sometimes I’ve choked up and shed a tear or two at the shot of a full basket of barbecued buffalo wings, photographed in the shadow of a frosty 32-ounce mug of luscious Mexican beer. Or most likely of all, it’s happened when I’m taken by surprise by the image of a towering triple-cheeseburger loaded with crispy…

Health February 4, 2021

Delaware County Weekly COVID-19 Update, February 4th

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 continues to rank orange on the Indiana State Department of Health’s county metrics map, though more and more counties throughout the state are turning yellow. Just four counties are red. As of Feb. 4,…

Non-Profit February 4, 2021

Muncie Sports Commission Announces 2021 Board Members and Officers, Updates Branding

By Richard Crist, Board President— Muncie, IN – The Muncie Sports Commission has announced the Board of Directors and Officers for 2021 who will each help to support the non-profit’s work to increase economic vitality, improve quality of life, promote healthy lifestyles and brand Delaware County as a great sports community. “Our Board of Directors is comprised of a dedicated team of individuals all committed to Muncie Sports Commission’s purpose of attracting, creating, hosting, and supporting sporting events and recreational opportunities for Delaware County,” stated MSC Board President, Richard Crist. “We are excited to begin this new and exciting stage…

Business February 4, 2021

Aspect 6 Creative ‘Redefines Typical’ Through Full-Service Advertising

By Kate Elliott— Editor’s note: Shafer Leadership Academy and the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership are partnering on this series to highlight innovative leaders who are redefining typical during these extraordinary times. This is the final article in the series. Muncie, IN — Not too many businesses opened up months into a global pandemic. But Allison Robbins, owner of Aspect 6 Creative isn’t “most businesses.” In June 2020, the longtime media and marketing professional opened a full-service advertising agency at 122 N. Walnut St. in downtown Muncie. She dove into work with area businesses eager to adapt their communication and service models to comply with COVID-19 restrictions….

Business February 3, 2021

Northwest Bancshares, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter 2020 Earnings and Quarterly Dividend

By Northwest Bank— Warren, Pennsylvania —Northwest Bancshares, Inc., (the “Company”), (NasdaqGS: NWBI) announced net income for the quarter ended December 31, 2020 of $35.1 million, or $0.28 per diluted share. This represents an increase of $9.5 million, or 37.0%, compared to the same quarter last year when net income was $25.6 million, or $0.24 per diluted share. The annualized returns on average shareholders’ equity and average assets for the quarter ended December 31, 2020 were 9.00% and 1.01% compared to 7.52% and 0.97% for the same quarter last year. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash…

Business February 3, 2021

First Merchants Corp Announces 4th Quarter 2020 Earnings Per Share

By First Merchants— Muncie, IN—First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ – FRME) has reported fourth quarter 2020 net income of $45.1 million compared to $47.8 million during the same period in 2019. Earnings per share for the period totaled $.83 per share compared to fourth quarter 2019 result of $.87 per share. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2020 totaled $148.6 million, compared to $164.5 million during the same period in 2019. Year-to-date earnings per share totaled $2.74 compared to $3.19 in 2019. Total assets equaled $14.1 billion as of year-end and loans totaled $9.2 billion. The Corporation’s loan portfolio…

Government February 3, 2021

New Delaware County Company Will Create Rubber Products – And Jobs – With No Adverse Environmental Impact

By Delaware County Economic Development— Delaware County, IN – A Canadian company that uses recycled rubber to make speed bumps, parking blocks and rubber supports for rooftop lines and pipes is locating manufacturing operations in Delaware County. Clearline Technologies will open in a former manufacturing facility in the Industria Center industrial park, the company and the Delaware County commissioners have announced. The company’s website can be accessed at www.c-port.net. Clearline revolutionized the pipe supports industry by using recycled rubber and metal strut to provide a stronger and more durable and environmentally friendly way of ensuring infrastructure longevity for rooftop piping and HVAC solutions….

Non-Profit February 2, 2021

Cornerstone Center for the Arts Hosts February Events Fit for the Family

By Claire Downs— Muncie, IN—Cornerstone Center for the Arts is pleased to open its doors for events perfect for all ages! First Thursday, February 4, 5-8pm the Judith Barnes Memorial Gallery will make its 2021 debut featuring the work of Terrika Clark; Saturday, February 6, from 1-3pm Cornerstone will host their Recycled Valentines crafting workshop; and Monday, February 22 marks the beginning of 12 full weeks of visual and performing arts classes! Local artist Terrika Clark challenges viewers to see more than just their reflection in her work. This mixed-media exhibit, “A Tribute to Glass” will be displayed in the…

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