Articles by Mike Rhodes

Indiana teens are more likely to use vaping devices than cigarettes. According to Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, “Just don’t start.” Photo by: storyblocks

Health, Non-Profit, Opinion September 18, 2019

Opinion: Don’t Vape and Tell Your Kids Not to Start

By: Dee McKinsey, Coordinator, Tobacco Free Coalition— Muncie, IN—Indiana just announced a $2.1 million project to combat youth vaping in the wake of an alarming number of respiratory illness nationwide. There are more than 300 cases nationally, seven suspected vaping deaths, including one in Indiana, along with several Hoosiers seriously ill. The Indiana campaign will be three-pronged with a youth support component, social media outreach, and a toolkit for educators and parents. The message is simple, according to Indiana Gov. Eric…

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Photo provided by Rosenthall Orthodontics

Non-Profit September 17, 2019

Rosenthall Orthodontics Giving Back In September For United Way

By: Juli Metzger— Muncie, IN—Rosenthall Orthodontics in Muncie has found a unique way to support United Way of Delaware and Henry Counties during the month of September. Dr. Mark Rosenthall came up with the idea before the start of this year’s United Way fundraising campaign. “He really wanted to find a way to give back to an organization that gives so much to our community,” said Lisa Peters, outreach coordinator for the office. This year, Rosenthall Orthodontics is donating 5…

WLBC's Mobile Master Command. Photo by Mike Rhodes

Government September 17, 2019

WLBC To Sponsor And Broadcast Muncie Mayoral and City Council Forums in October

By: Steve Lindell— Muncie, IN—Local radio station 104.1 HD1 WLBC will sponsor and broadcast the following political candidate forums in October: October 10, 2019— Muncie Mayoral Forum, at Church of the Living God, 1120 E Washington St, Muncie, hosted by the Muncie Delaware County NAACP. October 17, 2019— Muncie City Council candidate Forum, at Northside Middle School, sponsored by the Muncie League of Women Voters. The October 10th forum will be from 7-8:30 p.m., with the first hour LIVE on 104.1 HD1…

Bullock Heating and Cooling is located at 120 S Broadway St.in Albany, IN. Photo provided

Winter Readiness September 16, 2019

Bullock Heating and Cooling: Tips To Help Save Energy This Winter

By: Karen Bullock— Albany, IN—Weather in Indiana can be very unpredictable!  No matter what the forecast says, you can count on Bullock Heating & Cooling to keep you comfortable all winter long. At Bullock’s we have a team of trained professionals ready to help you determine the best heating, cooling, and air quality solutions for your home or business. We have been serving this area for 40 years and our dedication to our customers remains as strong as ever. We have no…

Mayor's Arts Awards Recipients for 2019. Pictured L-R: Rachel Replogle, Kim Miller, Chris Flook, Hurley Goodall, Michelle Bade, Krista Sides, Lynette Waters-Whitesell, Tania Said. Photo by: Deftly Creative

Non-Profit September 16, 2019

2019 Mayor’s Arts Awards Recipients Announced

By: Braydee Euliss, Deftly Creative & Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—The Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MACC), in conjunction with the City of Muncie, celebrated the 3rd biennial Mayor’s Arts Awards on Friday, Sept. 13, at the Muncie Civic Theatre. The Mayor’s Arts Awards are the most prestigious honors given by the city to individual artists, teachers, non-profit organizations, and patrons of the arts. The Mayor’s Arts Awards were presented in eight distinct categories: Arts Advocate, Arts Leader, Arts Educator, Corporate Arts,…

Clemens Home Solutions is located at 2222 South Madison Street in Muncie.

Winter Readiness September 16, 2019

Ready for Winter? Clemens Home Solutions Can Help!

By: David Smith, Clemens Home Solutions— Muncie, IN—Whether you are in the market for windows, roofing, or gutters, we’ve got your covered…literally! Here are some tips, tricks, and hacks to beat those winter blues! Did you know 136,000 people are admitted to the ER each year from falling? Never climb a latter again with our LeafX premium gutter guards. LeafX is a premium gutter protection system constructed of 100% aluminum that requires no drilling into the roof or fascia of…

Carl and Barbara Schafer, owners of Gordy, each have over 25 years of museum experience. They understand the balance of preserving and creating a visually interesting framed work. Photo provided

Winter Readiness September 16, 2019

Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company: The Preservation of Family Treasures

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company offers expert design and craftsmanship for framing works of art and treasured family possessions, using the area’s largest selection of frame moldings, which includes their original hand-carved and gilded frames. Owners Carl and Barbara Schafer have spent 25 years in the museum profession. They purchased the business in 2015 from Brian and Genny Gordy, who started the company in 1989. Their clients include museums, collectors, corporations, and individuals who know…

Solar panels being installed on a home. Photo provided

Non-Profit September 16, 2019

Informational Meetings Planned On ‘How And Why To Install Solar Panels’ On Houses, Businesses.

By: Sheryl Swingley— Muncie, IN—Solarize Indiana, a grassroots community group, will sponsor informational meetings during September to tell area residents and business owners how they can add solar panels on their houses or businesses to offset their electric bills. The first informational meeting will be at Yorktown United Methodist Church, 2301 S. Broadway St., at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19. The second meeting will be at 7:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, at the Ball State University in the College…

Minnetrista is located at 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN 47303

Winter Readiness September 16, 2019

Minnetrista Is ‘Your Year-Round Gathering Place’

By: Stephen Mortland— Muncie, IN—Minnetrista is your year-round gathering place! As summer fades to fall and fall gives way to winter, Minnetrista’s spacious campus will continue to provide activities and adventures for friends and families to enjoy. If you have enjoyed our 40 acre campus and our gardens in the summer months, just wait until you see the greenway covered in a blanket of snow, or the bare trees covered in ice, winter at Minnetrista reveals an entirely new dimension…

T&H Sweeper located at the 700 W. McGalliard Rd. location in Muncie. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Winter Readiness September 16, 2019

T&H Sweeper Company: ‘Great Prices, Even Better Service’

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—T&H Sweeper is a family-owned and operated business with a rich local history. T&H Sweeper’s early roots began in 1965 at the downtown Walnut Street store in Muncie. The company has grown to a total of 4 locations and 15 employees. Unlike a typical box store, T&H Sweeper is all-inclusive—with sales, service and repair services at each location. Customers get the opportunity to try out T&H Sweeper’s different models/brands in order to get a feel for the operation,…