Articles by Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit June 2, 2020

Jason Newman: Talking With Our Kids About Racism

By: Jason Newman, CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie— For the past three months, our kids have been scared, in some cases, terrified, about a deadly virus, that has changed their lives completely. Over the past two weeks, all of our media are talking about the killings of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and most recently, George Floyd (and there are so many others, too many others). For those of us who are white, we are asking, should I talk about this with my kids? And if so, how? For black parents, many of them are just asking how? They already know…

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Receive 0,000 Ball Brothers Foundation Grant

Non-Profit June 1, 2020

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Receive $160,000 Ball Brothers Foundation Grant

By: Amy Logan— Muncie, IN—The Ball Brothers Foundation awards the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie with a $160,000 grant to support the Clubs’ mission to create a safe environment for the youth of our city. The Ball Brothers Foundation grant will allow the Clubs to employ 10 youth development professionals, pay for a portion of the utilities expense and be able to remodel a few rooms within the Madison St. site. Jason Newman, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie appreciates not only the financial support from the Ball Brothers Foundation but also the guidance of the…

Education May 31, 2020

Community Foundation Announces 2020 Scholarship Recipients

By: Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, IN—Congratulations to the following graduates: Christian Barton, a senior at Cowan Jr./Sr. High School, is the recipient of the Owen H. Ramey Memorial Scholarship. Barton plans to attend Ball State University to study secondary education. He is the son of Shane Barton and Holly Barton. Noah Collins, a senior at Cowan Jr./Sr. High School, is the recipient of the Nicholas Brooks Sherfy Memorial Scholarship. Collins plans to attend Earlham College to study sports management. He is the son of Dave and Kristina Collins. Autumn Gable, a senior at Burris Laboratory School, is the recipient the Burris…

Business May 29, 2020

Muncie Breaks Ground on First Phase of White River Canal District

By: Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance— Muncie, IN— In a groundbreaking ceremony on May 28th, local officials and representatives of WS Property Group gathered to celebrate the start of construction on White River Lofts, a mixed-use riverfront building in downtown Muncie that includes 55 residential apartments with high quality finishes and views of the White River. Commercial space will be available on the ground floor. The project is the first phase of the White River Canal District, and will be located at 400 W Washington Street, adjacent to the riverfront, and walkable to shops, restaurants, and offices in Muncie’s central…

Carlson May 29, 2020

John Carlson: An Indy May For The Books

By: John Carlson— As you are undoubtedly aware, the Indianapolis 500 is not being run this May. Meanwhile, I also have it on good authority that eternity’s sinners are freezing their butts off because Hell just froze over, A.J. Foyt is opening a chain of ballet studios, and the FDA has determined ordering double-cheese on your pizzas is the key to permanent weight loss. Still, it’s the fact there’s no race this month that truly flummoxes me. Ever since having my ears glued to the radio on Memorial Day weekends throughout my childhood, I have loved the race and my…

Eaton to Receive .8 Million Grant for Water Infrastructure Improvements

Government May 29, 2020

Eaton to Receive $2.8 Million Grant for Water Infrastructure Improvements

By: U.S. Congressman Greg Pence Press Office— Washington, DC –U.S. Congressman Greg Pence (IN-06) announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development Department is investing $281 million in 106 projects nationwide through the Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant program. The Town of Eaton will receive over $2.8 million in grant funding from this program to bring modern, reliable water and wastewater infrastructure to the 1,805 residents of Eaton in Delaware County. “Investing in our rural communities strengthens our entire district. These funds will help modernize the rural infrastructure of Delaware County, bringing cleaner and higher quality water to the…

11 Delaware County Non-Profits Receive 0k in Grant Funding

Non-Profit May 28, 2020

11 Delaware County Non-Profits Receive $200k in Grant Funding

By: Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. awarded $217,716 to 11 non-profit organizations during the second Quarterly Competitive Grant cycle of 2020. The Community Foundation’s purpose is to improve the quality of life in Muncie and Delaware County for this generation and generations to come. Quarterly Competitive Grants are awarded to fund projects for which there is a demonstrable community benefit in one of the following areas of interest: arts and culture, human services, economic development, education, and community betterment. The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. is a publicly supported philanthropic institution…

Non-Profit May 27, 2020

George and Frances Ball Foundation Awards 2nd Round of Quarterly Grants

By: Thomas Kinghorn— Muncie, IN—On May 14, 2020 the Board of Directors for the George and Frances Ball Foundation met virtually to award a number of grants received through the Foundation’s second quarterly grant application process. The Foundation awarded $570,209 to a variety of organizations across Muncie, Delaware County, and East Central Indiana. Grants were awarded as follows: Ball State University Muncie Community Schools Partnership – Awarded $335,000 as the second stint of a $1 million pledge, will be used to expand preschool offerings to all elementary school buildings, expand Project Lead The Way STEM curriculum to all buildings K-12,…

Business May 26, 2020

Balance Holdings Acquires 33 Acres at I-69 and SR 67 For New Headquarters

By: Delaware County Economic Development— Daleville, IN – More jobs. More capital investment. In the pandemic era, growth-oriented announcements are few and far between. But Delaware County, Indiana, officials have announced another economic development venture. And it is one that comes at no risk to local taxpayers. Delaware County officials’ winning streak continues with the announcement that Balance Holdings Inc. (BHI) is acquiring 33 acres at I-69 and SR 67 for development of a new 100,000-square-foot headquarters and demonstration greenhouse. BHI plans to invest $18 million in new buildings and equipment at the location. To date, BHI has already hired 34 people…

Non-Profit May 25, 2020

YMCA Of Muncie to Reopen

By: Kristen McConnell— Phased reopening to begin with Membership Branches followed by programs in coming weeks. Muncie, IN—After closing its facilities on March 17th due to safety concerns and Governor Holcomb’s stay-at-home order surrounding the spread of COVID-19, the YMCA of Muncie will reopen its Northwest and Yorktown facilities on May 26th. The reopening will be conducted under the guidance of state and local health authorities and will take place in phases. “The YMCA of Muncie has served the Delaware County community for more than 144 years, during which we have made it through many challenging times together, none perhaps as…

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