Articles by Mike Rhodes

A recent photo of the Yorktown Town Hall is pictured. Photo provided

Government November 13, 2019

Yorktown Invites Public to Town Hall Ribbon-Cutting, Grand Opening

By: Melissa Jones— Yorktown, IN — The Town of Yorktown announced late last week a public ribbon-cutting and grand opening event for the new Town Hall. The ribbon-cutting will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 with an “open house” to follow. “Though the Town Hall is already open and operating, we’re excited to invite the community to this open house to explore the entire building,” Pete Olson, town manager, said. “This Town Hall has been in the making for a…

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Historical photo courtesy of The Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office.

Veterans November 13, 2019

‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students. Today’s Letter Written By: Justin

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. Each weekday during the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by local area students. We will publish one new letter each weekday through November 29th. Feature photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This week’s Letters to Veterans sponsor is Stoops Automotive Group. A special message from our sponsor follows today’s student letter from Yorktown Middle…

MSO presents Heroes and Villains concert. Photo provided

Entertainment November 12, 2019

Muncie Symphony Orchestra To Present ‘Heroes and Villains’ Concert On November 16

By: Jennifer Johnson— Muncie, IN—Who will win?  Will it be Superman, Black Panther, or maybe Captain America?  Come find out and join the fun with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra this Saturday, November 16 at 4 p.m. for our Heroes and Villains concert in Pruis Hall. The MSO invites you and your family to experience the musical battle between heroes and villains including music from Spiderman, The Avengers, James Bond, and more! “This is one of our most family friendly concerts of…

U.S. Marine and World War II veteran Junior Howell is presented a flag of honor by WHS graduate and active duty Sr. Airman Katie Leach. They are surrounded by members of the WHS AP U.S. History class who organized the Veterans Day program. Photo by: Maelyn Hobbs

Education November 12, 2019

Wapahani High School Honors Local Veterans

By: Maelyn Hobbs, Wapahani High School Sophomore— Selma, IN – Wapahani High School held its annual program to honor our local veterans during school on Monday. This year’s program paid special tribute to local World War II veteran and area resident Junior Howell. The Veterans Day program was held on November 11th, between 10:30 and 11:00 am to symbolize the 11th month, 11th day, and 11th hour when “the Great War” ended. The program is put together each year by Wapahani…

Historical photo courtesy of The Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office.

Veterans November 12, 2019

‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students. Today’s Letter Written By: Zach

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. Each weekday during the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by local area students. We will publish one new letter each weekday through November 29th. Feature photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This week’s Letters to Veterans sponsor is Stoops Automotive Group. A special message from our sponsor follows today’s student letter from Yorktown Middle…

Jason Newman is pictured with the award recently received during ceremonies held in Chicago, IL. Photo provided

Non-Profit November 11, 2019

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Receives League of E.A.G.L.E.S Award

By: Amy Logan— Muncie, IN—The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie is grateful to have accepted the League of E.A.G.L.E.S award for the Boys & Girls Club Midwest region at ceremonies recently held in Chicago, IL. The Muncie Club won the award for the second year in a row. In order to receive the League of E.A.G.L.E.S Award, the organization must have at least 95% engagement by the Board of Directors. This engagement can come in many forms including attendance, donation…

Photo provided by: Liz Ludwick

Non-Profit November 11, 2019

United Way Embracing Bold Initiatives, Making A Difference

By: Liz Ludwick— Muncie, IN—Were it not for my role this year as co-chair of the 2019 Campaign for the United Way of Delaware and Henry Counties, I wouldn’t have had a peak behind the curtains of the United Way organizations—into their gymnasiums and offices, where the real work happens. WaTasha Barnes Griffin is Chief Executive Officer of the YWCA of Central Indiana, but her community presence goes far beyond the brick walls of her Charles Street building. There is…

Historical photo courtesy of The Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office.

Veterans November 11, 2019

‘Letters To Veterans’ From Area Students. Today’s Letter Written By: Addisyn

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month. Each weekday during the month of November, MuncieJournal.com will be publishing Letters To Veterans, written by local area students. We will publish one new letter each weekday through November 29th. Feature photos that accompany each letter were provided by the  Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office. This week’s Letters to Veterans sponsor is Stoops Automotive Group. A special message from our sponsor follows today’s student letter from Yorktown Middle…

Pictured L-R: Matt Howell and Dale Basham

Non-Profit November 10, 2019

Matt Howell Named ‘Rotarian Of The Year’ in Rotary International District 6560

By: Tom Farris— Muncie, IN – Matt Howell, member of the Muncie Rotary Club, was named Rotarian of the 2018-19 year in Rotary International District 6560. According to Dale Basham, 6560 District Governor for 2018-19, “Matt received the award for his service in Rotary brand and public relations efforts by developing the district website and utilizing social media platforms by documenting in photos and words the many District activities, events, programs and projects throughout the year – letting people know…

Lori Albert, Financial Director at the Innovation Connector is pictured in her office. Photo by: Alexis Dishman

Business November 9, 2019

Meet The Innovation Connector’s Lori Albert: A Disciplined Professional for Small Business Bookkeeping

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—Entrepreneurs and small business owners seem to have a million things to juggle every day: Sales. Marketing. Business Development. Customer service. Getting the actual work or product of the business completed and out the door. Of course there’s one other fun little task that is extremely important to a business:  Bookkeeping. For many entrepreneurs, that skill is frequently at the bottom of the “Things to get done this month” list. Sometimes, the financial aspects of running a…