Articles by Mike Rhodes

Education September 5, 2025

Ball State Announces Agreement with Sports Management Firm to Operate Indoor Tennis Facility

By Ball State Athletics— MUNCIE, IN— Ball State University and Ball State Athletics have announced an agreement with First Serve Sports Management to operate the north Muncie indoor recreational facility formerly operated as the Northwest YMCA. The venue was sold last October and purchased by the University in order to retain the home of Ball State’s men’s and women’s tennis teams. The University and athletics department have entered into a third-party agreement with First Serve to manage the facility, in…

Health September 4, 2025

Healthy Lunches are Important to a Child’s Health and Development

By Emma Shepard, MS, RD, LD— MUNCIE, IN—Now that school is back in full swing, it is important to consider what your kids are eating for lunch. Healthy, well-rounded meals are essential for a child’s growth and development. School lunch guidelines ensure that meals include adequate nutrition. What if your child is packing lunch? Packing a healthy lunch does not have to be challenging if you use USDA’s MyPlate guidelines as a template. Many people are familiar with the Food…

Education September 3, 2025

David T. Owsley, Longtime Supporter of Ball State University and the Arts, Passes Away at 96

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN—Art historian and philanthropist David T. Owsley, HHD ‘05—heir to the Ball-Mason canning jar company and a longtime supporter of Ball State University and the Dallas Museum of Art—died in New York City on Aug. 23, 2025, at age 96. Born in Dallas, Texas, on Aug. 20, 1929, Mr. Owsley was the son of Lucina (Lucy) Ball Owsley, daughter of Elizabeth Brady Ball and Frank C. Ball, president of the Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company…

Entertainment September 3, 2025

Colby T. Helms to Headline Free Concert in Muncie, IN

By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN—Acclaimed country artist Colby T. Helms & the Virginian Creepers 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 6th at Brown Family Amphitheater on the campus of Ball State University. Stampede String Band will open the show. At the bottom of the Southwest Virginia foothills half-a-mile from the nearest neighbor, 22-year-old Colby T. Helms resides…

Education September 3, 2025

Ivy Tech Graduates Lead New Head Start Classroom in Henry County

By Lesley DeVoss— NEW CASTLE, IN – Ivy Tech Community College Muncie is proud to announce the launch of a new partnership with Head Start at the Henry County campus. This collaboration expands access to early childhood education while providing families with high-quality care conveniently located on campus. “Throughout my time at Ivy Tech, I have witnessed the College’s unwavering commitment to serving our communities. The partnership with Head Start is a strong example of how we respond to community…

Entertainment September 2, 2025

Can You Crack the Muncie Mystery Code? Try on September 4 in Downtown Muncie

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN – “Life is filled with secrets. You can’t learn them all at once.” But you can try to unravel several of them in one, mystery-filled night in downtown Muncie. The quote is from the book “The Da Vinci Code” by Dan Brown, the theme for this year’s Muncie Mystery during First Thursday in downtown Muncie on Sept. 4. The annual mystery game, hosted by Ball State University’s Office of Community Engagement, Ivy Tech Muncie, Downtown…

Education August 31, 2025

Nationally Recognized Speaker to Visit Ball State University to Discuss the Role of Arts in Civic Life

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN— Ball State University is welcoming to campus a guest lecturer who is a recognized community leader and national speaker on the role of the arts in civic life. The upcoming Fred Meyer Lecture in Cultural Policy and Arts Advocacy—in partnership with the Center for Economic and Civic Learning’s 2025 Conference on Civic Studies and Democracy at Ball State—features Michael Greer, president and CEO of ArtsFund Seattle, Washington State’s largest independent, unrestricted arts and culture…

Education August 28, 2025

Ball State University Wins Cartwright Award for First Time in History

By Ball State Athletics— CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference (MAC) announced today the presentation of the Dr. Carol A. Cartwright Award to Ball State University for its program excellence in academics, athletics, and citizenship during the 2024-25 school year. This marks the first time in program history that the Cardinals have earned this prestigious honor. “The Cartwright Award recognizes the overall excellence of a member institution’s athletics department,” said Mid-American Conference Commissioner Dr. Jon Steinbrecher. “It provides us with…

Non-Profit August 28, 2025

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Announces Tickets on Sale for 2025 Great Futures Dinner

By Dominic Bordenaro, Director of Operations & Programs— MUNCIE, IN — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie is proud to announce that tickets are now available for its annual Great Futures Dinner, a signature fundraising event that celebrates the achievements of local Club kids and raises critical support for programs that shape bright futures. Tickets are just $30 each, but their impact is priceless. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie estimates the true cost of serving one child for…

Business August 27, 2025

Bridging the Gap: How Muncie’s New Mentorship Hub Will Transform Entrepreneurial Success

By Ted A. Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—In the world of entrepreneurship, the challenges are constant: managing cash flow, building customer relationships, hiring the right people, and adapting to market changes. For business owners in Muncie and the surrounding region, these pressures are compounded by a persistent challenge. Too many entrepreneurs are facing them alone. While Muncie has a rich base of talented and experienced business leaders, many new and growing entrepreneurs don’t have easy access to…

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