Articles by Mike Rhodes

Muncie Sailing Club To Have Open House on Saturday, June 14

By Muncie Sailing Club members Keith Addison, Erik Johnson and Frank Baldwin— SELMA, IN—Have you always wanted to learn to sail?  Learn all about it at the Muncie Sailing Club 2025 Open House on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. If you’ve always wanted to learn to sail, the open house is where you’ll get an introduction of Club facilities, learn about its many social events and more, on beautiful Prairie Creek Reservoir in Selma, Indiana, just…

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The Community Foundation Announces More 2025 Scholarship Recipients

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients – Oliver Beane, a senior at Muncie Central High School, is a recipient of the Adam Cline Scholarship and the inaugural William Flannery Scholarship. Oliver plans to study graphic design and advertising at Ball State University. He is the son of Andy and Heather Beane. Trooper Bullock, a senior at Wes-Del High School, is a recipient of the Arthur D. and Josephine M. Robling Scholarship. Trooper plans to study engineering…


Delaware County Commissioners Approve Partnership with Economic Development Alliance

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN—The Delaware County Commissioners have approved a proposal from the Economic Development Alliance of Delaware County to provide economic development services for the county. This partnership will reinforce continuity, efficiency, and strong public-private collaboration that supports new business attraction and existing business retention and expansion. The approval strengthens the Alliance’s role as the Local Economic Development Organization for Muncie-Delaware County and ensures that companies, consultants, and investors have a single, experienced point of contact that can…


Know The Signs of Stroke and Save Lives This May During American Stroke Month

The American Stroke Association urges everyone to know warning signs F.A.S.T. and take steps to prevent stroke By Tim Harms— INDIANAPOLIS— Every year, approximately 800,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke[1], however, as many as 80% may be preventable with healthy lifestyle changes and screening for risk factors[2]. During May, American Stroke Month, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is raising awareness nationwide that stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable. A stroke can…


Funders Forum Invests $21 Million in Muncie & Delaware County

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Local philanthropy continues to make a transformative impact in Muncie and Delaware County, with more than $21 million invested in 2024 by members of the Funders Forum Collaborative. This coalition of 17 philanthropic organizations has collaborated for nearly three decades to address critical community needs. “This year’s Philanthropic Snapshot highlights the collective power of giving in our community,” said Marcy Minton, president and CEO of The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, which convenes the…


IDHS to Open Applications for State Disaster Relief Fund for Individual Assistance

By IDHS staff— INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Department of Homeland Security has opened applications to the State Disaster Relief Fund (SDRF) for residents who incurred damage to their homes or property located in qualifying jurisdictions from any of the following disaster events: •    March 1, 2025: Mine Collapse •    March 15, 2025: Severe Storms •    March 19, 2025: Severe Storms •    March 30 – April 2, 2025: Severe Storms/Flooding Applications to help with immediate needs will be capped at $2000 initially, although…


Outstanding Students Recognized as Ivy Tech Muncie-Henry County Prepares for 2025 Commencement

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN—Ivy Tech Community College Muncie-Henry County’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 10 at 11:00 a.m. at the historic New Castle Fieldhouse. “Commencement is always a powerful moment in our academic year,” said Jeff Scott, Chancellor of the Muncie-Henry County campus. “It’s a time to reflect on the incredible journeys our students have taken and to recognize the dedication and passion that brought them to this milestone. Our Outstanding Students are truly inspiring…


Yorktown Middle School Receives National Recognition From ‘Project Lead The Way’

By Jo Cox— YORKTOWN, IN– Yorktown Middle School announced today that it has been recognized as a 2024-25 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. This honor is given to a select number of middle schools across the U.S. forproviding broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through PLTW Gateway, a grade 6-8 STEM curriculum. PLTW is a national nonprofit organization that creates transformative learning experiences and empowers students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills for future careers. The…


Daleville’s Maleah Parrish Receives Ball Brothers Foundation Excellence in Teaching Award

By Jud Fisher, President/CEO, Ball Brothers Foundation— MUNCIE, IN – On the 120th day of school, the first-graders in Maleah Parrish’s classroom are on a mission. Armed with invisible ink pens and yarn laser beams, they follow clues at a series of stations incorporating STEM, language arts, social skills, and teamwork to rescue Zero the Hero. It’s lively. It’s a little chaotic. And it’s exactly the kind of day Parrish hopes her students remember for years to come. This kind…


City of Muncie Announces Approval of Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (DORAs)

By Amber Greene— Muncie, IN — 05.02.2025 — The City of Muncie is excited to announce the approval of three Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (DORAs) by the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission, creating vibrant spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy beverages responsibly while exploring local businesses. Thanks to the efforts of Councilwomen Ro Selvey and Sara Gullion authoring Ord. 26-24, the DORAs are set to go into effect in early to mid-summer, enhancing the city’s downtown experience. The approved…