Mike Rhodes, Author at Muncie Journal

Business November 18, 2025

Protect Yourself from Utility Scams: Tips from Indiana & Michigan Power

By Michael Bianski, I&M Communications— FORT WAYNE – Ahead of Utility Scam Awareness Day on Wednesday, Nov. 19, Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) is sharing simple ways to spot and stop scams to keep you safe. Criminals often attempt to pressure customers into paying “unpaid bills” to avoid disconnection. These scams affect both homes and businesses. As of November 2025, I&M has received more than 300 scam reports from customers. “We understand how stressful and unsettling it can be to receive a call threatening to disconnect your power,” said Katie Runkle, vice president of Customer Experience and External Affairs. “By knowing…

Veterans November 18, 2025

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Keercie Roland

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Burris and Muncie Community Schools. We will be publishing one letter each weekday. This year’s Letters to Veterans special feature is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet. Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/

Health November 18, 2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

By Grace Fair, Exercise Physiologist, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, Cancer Rehab, IU Health— MUNCIE, IN—During Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we have an opportunity to shed light on a disease that continues to take more lives each year than breast, colorectal, and prostate cancers combined. Lung cancer does not discriminate—anyone with lungs can get lung cancer—and awareness, education, and early detection are the keys to saving lives. Every two minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with lung cancer. While smoking remains the leading risk factor, it’s important to remember that nearly one in five people diagnosed have never smoked. Environmental exposures,…

Government November 17, 2025

Public is Invited to View Completion of the ‘Judicial Portrait Project’ on November 21

By Emily M. Anderson— MUNCIE, IN—The Delaware County Circuit Courts have completed the Judicial Portrait Project. Each courtroom now features portraits of the sitting judges, celebrating their dedication and service to our community. You are encouraged to attend a reception and open house on Friday, November 21, 2025, beginning at noon. The reception will be held in the Circuit Court 2 courtroom. Courtroom Tours: Noon – 1:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided for attendees. Come see the new portraits and meet the people who make our courts work every day. The Delaware County Historical Society will be also be in…

Veterans November 17, 2025

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Jadden

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Burris and Muncie Community Schools. We will be publishing one letter each weekday. This year’s Letters to Veterans special feature is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet. Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/

Education November 15, 2025

Jabin Barnes—Member of Pridemark Construction’s ‘Future Leaders of America’ Series

Editor’s note: The Future Leaders of America series profiles high school seniors who display leadership qualities in their school and the community. The series is brought to you by Pridemark Construction. By Stacey A. Shannon— YORKTOWN, IN—When it comes to athletics, Yorktown High School senior Jabin Barnes is involved. He’s captain of both his school’s basketball and football teams. Previously he played baseball and was captain of the JV team. But his life is about more than sports. Barnes is also a board member for his school Fellowship of Christian Athletes and part of Yorktown’s mentor program. And somehow Barnes…

Education November 14, 2025

Ivy Tech Muncie and Anderson Campuses Announce 2025–2026 Early Childhood Education Model Classrooms

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN — Ivy Tech Community College Muncie and Anderson Campuses proudly announce the early learning programs selected to participate in the Ivy Tech Model Classroom Initiative for the 2025–2026 academic year. Through a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., the Model Classroom Initiative strengthens Indiana’s early childhood education workforce by connecting Ivy Tech students with high-quality, real-world learning environments. The selected classrooms represent excellence in early learning and a shared commitment to mentoring the next generation of early educators. “These classrooms exemplify the best of early childhood education,” said Erin Donovan, Department Chair of Early Childhood…

Veterans November 13, 2025

‘Letters to Veterans’ From Area Students: Today’s Letter Written by Levi Mathews

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. During the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by students from Burris and Muncie Community Schools. We will be publishing one letter each weekday. This year’s Letters to Veterans special feature is sponsored by Sam Pierce Chevrolet. Sam Pierce Chevrolet 12401 West County Road 550 South Daleville, IN 47334 Phone: 765-387-4287 https://www.sampiercechevy.com/

Government November 13, 2025

Center Township Trustee’s Office Opens Lone Pine Lodge Family Shelter to Serve Muncie Families in Need

By Kay Walker, Center Township Trustee— MUNCIE, IN — Center Township Trustee Kay Walker announced the official opening of the Lone Pine Lodge Family Shelter, a new community resource designed to provide safe, short-term housing and supportive services for families experiencing homelessness in the Muncie area. The shelter will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, November 14, at 1214 E. Main St., Muncie, Ind. The Lone Pine Lodge Family Shelter represents years of collaboration among local partners, faith organizations, and community volunteers, reflecting a shared commitment to providing dignity, safety, and stability for township residents. The…

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