Articles by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment February 15, 2020

The Musical ‘Matilda’ Now Playing at Muncie Civic Theatre

By: Michelle Kinsey— Muncie, IN— “Even if you’re little, you can do a lot,” says super smart 5-year-old Matilda. Proof of that can be found in the musical “Matilda” at Muncie Civic Theatre. “Matilda” will take over the Mainstage Feb. 14-16, 21-23, and 27-29. Shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinees will begin at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for groups of 10 and more, and $15 for students and children. For tickets or more information, go to www.munciecivic.org or call (765) 288-PLAY. Based on the 1988 book by…

Carlson February 14, 2020

John Carlson: Humorless Times Are Afoot

By: John Carlson— Not long ago I was at my doctor’s office when, following a quick knock, a nice young internist entered to check my ankles for whatever nice young internists check old guys’ ankles for. Lifting my pants legs a couple inches, she suddenly exclaimed, “Oh! Those are fun!” Meaning my socks. This, I must admit, struck me as a foreign concept. I’ve had a fair amount of fun in my life, but none that I recall has been the direct result of socks. Still, not wanting to seem like some stuffy fool to this well-meaning lass, I plastered…

Business February 13, 2020

WLBC ‘Hometown Heroes’ Grant Applications Now Being Accepted

By: Steve Lindell— Muncie, IN—Woof Boom Radio and 104.1 HD1 WLBC takes seriously our role of being a partner to those in the cities and towns we serve. WLBC continues to assist some of the great organizations making a difference in our community with the WLBC Hometown Heroes Grant Program. If you are interested in receiving our promotional support please consider completing the application you will find at this link. Note: The application is in Microsoft Word format. Please return your grant application to Steve Lindell by March 15, 2020. If you have questions, please contact: 765-288-4403 or via email at Steve.Lindell@WoofBoom.com Each…

Health February 13, 2020

Open Door Health Services Receives Regional Recognition

By: Suzanne Clem— Muncie, IN — Open Door Health Services has been named an “Exemplary Practice” by the Great Lakes Practice Transformation Network (GLPTN). Supported by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the GLPTN guides healthcare providers in five Midwestern states in a shift to values-based care. This model of care focuses on improving clinical quality measures through a variety of patient-focused best practices. Exemplary Practices have demonstrated commitment to a patient-centered culture and continuous quality improvement, according to the GLPTN. In earning the designation, Open Door team members participated in on-site trainings, virtual coaching, and workflow improvement…

Business February 12, 2020

Horizon Convention Center Hosts Indiana Communities Institute’s Economic Development Course

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—Ball State’s Indiana Communities Institute held its 38th Annual Economic Development Course at the Horizon Convention Center, January 12-17th. Attendees from across the state attended the course, and learned about topics including: strategic planning, real estate redevelopment and reuse, business retention and expansion, economic development finance, TIFF districts and more. The week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—the official “basic course” for the State of Indiana—offered intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, entrepreneurial, workforce, and community development. It was a comprehensive educational experience in the theory and practice of holistic approaches to building and sustaining…

We Fly February 11, 2020

NBA to Use Ball State Prof’s ‘Elam Ending’ as Part of All-Star Game

By: Ball State Marketing & Communications— Muncie, IN – The NBA’s All-Star Game will have a new twist when a new scoring system created by and named after Ball State University professor Nick Elam becomes part of the nationally-broadcast contest on February 16. The league unveiled its adoption of the Elam Ending last week to its All-Star format as part of its efforts to honor the Kobe Bryant, the 18-time All-Star who recently perished in a helicopter accident. The Elam Ending is a response to the fact that the last few minutes of a basketball game so often deteriorates into an…

Non-Profit February 11, 2020

Heartland Vocal Project To Continue ‘Singing Valentine’ Tradition

By: Scott Trout, DDS— Muncie, IN—Valentine’s Day is coming up, and if you’re like many people, you’re probably looking for something new and different to give to your sweetie. Or significant other. Or maybe there’s a client or business you’d like to do something nice for as a way of saying “thank you” during Valentine’s Day. Try a Singing Valentine from the Heartland Vocal Project. The Heartland Vocal Project, Muncie’s local affiliate of the Barbershop Harmony Society, will continue their fine tradition of presenting Singing Valentines on Friday February 14th. For the bargain price of $40 a quartet will present a beautiful song, a rose,…

Education February 11, 2020

AAUW Offers Scholarship for Nontraditional Students

By: Sheryl Swingley— Muncie, IN—Applications for the American Association of University Women, Muncie Branch, nontraditional student scholarship are due Wednesday, April 1. The form to apply for the scholarship must be secured no later than Wednesday, March 25. The scholarship is worth $1,500 and is available for the 2019-2020 academic year, effective Aug. 1, 2020, through July 31, 2021. The scholarship must be used for tuition, health fee, books, and other classroom-related expenses for the year, including summer session. To apply, applicants must meet the following selection criteria: Students of any gender identity who are 25 years old or older Students who are an undergraduate…

MACC Program Receives ,000 Grant From National Endowment for the Arts

Non-Profit February 7, 2020

MACC Program Receives $25,000 Grant From National Endowment for the Arts

By: Michelle Kinsey— Muncie, IN — Muncie Arts and Culture Council’s artist-in-residence program, PlySpace, has been approved for a $25,000 Art Works grant. The PlySpace Residency Program provides dedicated space and time for residents to investigate and pursue their own work. Additionally, it serves as a platform for experimentation and provocation by sparking conversation and collaboration with various Muncie communities. PlySpace, based in the Emily Kimbrough Historic District in downtown Muncie, is a program of the Muncie Arts and Culture Council in partnership with the City of Muncie, Ball State University School of Art, and Sustainable Muncie Corporation. “The arts…

Carlson February 7, 2020

John Carlson: Things Suck? They’ll Get Worse

By: John Carlson— When the end of the world arrives, I think it will come riding in on a Roomba. That’s my dire prediction, after talking with my friends John and Amy Mickle the other day. They have a new Roomba, which is one of those little circular robots that cruises around their house all by itself, cleaning the floors and carpets. Understandably, they love it. Of course, Nancy and I have a Roomba, too, except ours is one of those much older models. You know, the kind where it’s screwed to a big stupid handle. You simply muscle this…

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