Articles by Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit June 11, 2026

Coalition of Women Seeking Nominations for Vivian V. Conley Recognition Awards

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN — The Muncie-Delaware County Coalition of Women is seeking nominations of local women to honor during the annual Women’s Equality Day Program. The coalition invites nominations of women who have made a significant contribution in the arts, education, religion, business, politics, environment, and social or community service by improving the quality of life in Delaware County. Other categories also will be considered. Nominees must live and work in Delaware County. A letter of nomination of 250 words or fewer describing the nominee’s contributions should be submitted by July 8 to: womensequalitydaymuncie@gmail.com or by mail to ATTN: Women’s…

Non-Profit June 10, 2026

MuncieArts, Ivy Tech, and MadJax to Reveal Revamped ‘Designed by the Public’ Installation on June 18

Community to also celebrate MuncieArts’ 15th Birthday By Tania Said— MUNCIE, IN — The Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts), in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College and MadJax Maker Force, is excited to announce the revitalization of the “Designed by the Public” installations at the Ivy Tech Fisher Building Plaza and MadJax Maker Force. A public celebration of the revitalized “Designed by the Public” installation will take place on Thursday, June 18. Community members are invited to visit the Ivy Tech John and Janice Fisher Building Plaza (345 S. High Street, Muncie) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and enjoy…

Business June 10, 2026

Norfolk Southern-served Industrial Site in South Muncie Earns Gold REDI Certification

By Katie Byrd— MUNCIE, IN—A Norfolk Southern-served industrial site in Muncie, Indiana has earned Gold REDI Site certification, positioning the site to attract future investment and jobs to the region. Indiana has the highest concentration of manufacturing employment on a per capita basis, twice the U.S. average, underscoring the state’s industrial strength and importance of rail-served development. The certification reflects the site’s preparedness to support the region’s target industries, including advanced manufacturing, food processing, metals processing, logistics, and industrial operations, with direct rail access and connectivity to key transportation corridors. “Gold REDI certification demonstrates that this Muncie site is ready…

Entertainment June 9, 2026

Halteman Village Neighborhood Association to Host 4th Annual Neighborhood Park Party on June 13

By J.P. Hall— MUNCIE, IN—The Halteman Village Neighborhood Association invites neighbors, families, and friends from across Muncie to join us for the 4th Annual Neighborhood Park Party at Halteman Park on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The annual event has become a summer tradition in Halteman Village, bringing residents together for an afternoon of food, music, games, and family-friendly activities in one of Muncie’s neighborhood parks. This year’s Park Party will feature music, bounce houses, a dunk tank, games, food trucks, vendor and crafter booths, touch-a-truck activities, and opportunities to enjoy the park’s splash pad,…

Non-Profit June 9, 2026

The Art of Investing In Place

By Trent Dowling, Former Board Chair and Current Building Committee Chair, The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County— MUNCIE, IN—When people think about arts and culture investments, they often picture murals, galleries, performances, or public events. Those things matter deeply to a thriving community like Muncie, but creativity also lives in something quieter: the spaces where community life unfolds every day. Architecture shapes how we experience a place. Buildings influence whether downtowns feel vibrant or forgotten, welcoming or disconnected. Historic structures, especially, carry the story of a community forward. They remind us of where we have been while offering…

Education June 9, 2026

Muncie Preschool Teacher Wins Statewide Hoosier Educator Award

By Juli A. Metzger— MUNCIE, IN—Austin Scales, a lead educator in the 3-and 4-year-old pre-school room at Muncie’s United Day Care Center was recently named recipient of the prestigious Hoosier Educator Award at the 2026 Early Childhood Education Award ceremony in Indianapolis. “Ninety percent of the brain is developed by age 5 and in that time, it’s like fireworks in the brain,” explains Scales, 27, whose worked at United Day Care since 2022. “During that time, the brain is rapidly growing, and children are rapidly learning. It’s a huge time to set kids up for success, for lifelong success. The…

Health June 8, 2026

New Treatment Center in Muncie to Open, Expanding Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatment

By Mischa B. Staton, MA, CHCM, NADD-DSP— MUNCIE, IN – Indiana Treatment Centers will soon open a new treatment center in Muncie, expanding access to substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health treatment for individuals and families across Central Indiana. The new location reflects a collaborative effort between Indiana Treatment Centers, Delaware County community leaders, and Ascension Recovery Services, a national leader in behavioral health program development and management. Located in Delaware County, the Muncie facility was developed in response to the growing need for accessible, local treatment options for individuals seeking recovery support. For years, many individuals and families…

Entertainment June 8, 2026

Delaware County Athletic Hall of Fame Opens Memorabilia Area Downtown, Ribbon-Cutting on June 9

By Doug Zaleski— DELAWARE COUNTY, IN—The Delaware County Athletic Hall of Fame has found a home in downtown Muncie to display various memorabilia that helps define the long history of sports at 18 current and former high schools in the county. Several display cases packed with sports relics from the past 80 years have been installed in the indoor walkway between the Horizon Convention Center and Courtyard by Marriott. A touch-screen kiosk, provided by a grant from Destination Muncie, is available for additional information. There is no charge to visit the area, which is open during normal HCC hours of…

Non-Profit June 8, 2026

Soup Kitchen of Muncie Announces Dr. Emily B. Hayes as New Executive Director

By Mandy Tucker and Dottie Kreps, Soup Kitchen of Muncie Board members— MUNCIE, IN — The Soup Kitchen of Muncie (SKM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Emily B. Hayes as its new Executive Director. A mission-driven nonprofit leader with extensive experience in food access, community partnerships, sustainability, and program management, Dr. Hayes brings a deep commitment to advancing dignity, equity, and food security throughout the Muncie community. Dr. Hayes joins The Soup Kitchen with a strong background in nonprofit operations and food systems leadership. Most recently, she served as Program Coordinator for the Muncie Food Hub Partnership,…

Health June 7, 2026

Annual ‘Kids Carnival’ Returns to Meridian Health Pediatrics and Prime-Time Urgent Care on June 18

By Hannah Dunckel— MUNCIE, IN – Meridian Health Pediatrics and Prime-Time Urgent Care will host the second annual Kids Carnival on Thursday, June 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the clinic located at 205 N. Tillotson Avenue in Muncie. The community is invited to enjoy a fun and interactive community resource fair complete with carnival games, prizes, food trucks, and more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet Meridian’s dedicated pediatric providers and team. Meridian Health Pediatrics and Prime-Time Urgent Care offers a true medical home for children and families where all treatments and medications are coordinated seamlessly…

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