Articles by Mike Rhodes

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Entertainment November 29, 2018

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas To Perform At Emens November 29th

By: Kristi Chambers— Muncie, IN—Mannheim Steamroller will present the best the holiday has to offer this season. The group will perform live for one night only in Muncie, Indiana at Emens Auditorium on November 29, 2018. Tickets are available at the Emens box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Call 765-285-1539 for more information or visit www.bsu.edu/emens. This year marks the 33rd Anniversary of the Christmas Tour and release of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, an album that revolutionized the Holiday Season music…

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Crafty items like repurposed wine bottles turned into candles can make interesting "giver-focused" gifts. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

We Fly November 28, 2018

Ball State Researcher: When Giving Presents, Share Something You Like

By: Marc Ransford— Muncie, Indiana—As the holidays are fast approaching, millions of Americans are hunting for the perfect present. There are two strategies, says Andy Luttrell, a psychological science professor at Ball State University: recipient-focused and giver-focused. “By being recipient-focused, you are looking for a present that that signifies the likes and dislikes of the person who will receive it,” he says. “For example, you buy a person a book by his or her favorite author.” With the second strategy, you seek a…

The Fisher/Shafer Holiday Pops Concert will take place on  Saturday, December 1 at 4pm.

Entertainment November 28, 2018

Celebrate the Holiday Season with the MSO Saturday December 1st

By: Morgan Dean— Muncie, Indiana—Buddy the Elf said it best: “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” Sing along to your favorite holiday classics with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra at the annual Fisher/Shafer Holiday Pops Concert on  Saturday, December 1 at 4pm in Emens Auditorium.  Rejoice in the sounds of the season with special guest artists, the Ball State University Singers and West View Ensemble. “This year’s Holiday Pops will have some familiar aspects but also…

Kiwanis Club Christmas Trees To Be Available Again This Year. Photo by: graphicstock.

Non-Profit November 28, 2018

Kiwanis Club Christmas Trees To Be Available Again This Year

By: Mark Foerster— Muncie, IN—For over 60 years, the Muncie Kiwanis Club has been selling Christmas Trees by the North Walnut Street Fieldhouse.  This year they’re doing it again!  Starting the day after Thanksgiving until December 17th, come by the north lot of the North Walnut Street Fieldhouse to purchase a Christmas Tree for home or work.  The Muncie Kiwanis Club will be selling many different types of trees including Frasier Fir, Scotch Pine and White Pine.  If  you’re looking…

Earlier this year, a $390.95 Robert P. Bell Education Grant allowed fourth grade teacher, Jennifer Jessie to recover an abandoned garden at St. Mary School. Students from preK through middle school have used the garden to learn about their environment.

Education November 28, 2018

Teachers Awarded $4,863 for Creative and Innovative Classroom Projects

By: Kallie Sullanke— Muncie, Indiana—Eighteen local teachers will receive $4,863 for 13 projects in Robert P. Bell Education Grants from The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. Across the county, 1,000s of students benefit from Bell Education Grants each year. Awards of up to $450 are available through the Bell Grants program. Funded projects are creative or innovative classroom projects designed to stimulate learning in students. All Delaware County teachers are invited to apply during any of the four grant…

The property at 3910 W. Bethel is pictured.

Business November 28, 2018

Two Well Known Muncie Retail Properties To Be Sold In Online Auction

By: Alex Nielsen— New York, NY—Mission Capital Advisors, a leading national real estate capital markets solutions firm, has announced that its Asset Sales Group is marketing two well known Muncie properties in an online auction to be held December 3-5. Both properties will be auctioned individually on the RealINSIGHT Marketplace platform, with the bidding window opening on December 3rd and closing on December 5th. The properties were previously occupied by the Marsh grocery chain – or its LoBill Foods brand –…

The Honorable Marianne L. Vorhees is pictured with a young child adopted on National Adoption Day. Photo by: Elizabeth Saylor

Government November 27, 2018

22 Children Adopted At Delaware County Justice Center on National Adoption Day

By: Rebecca Bruce, Attorney— Muncie, IN—On Friday, November 16, 2018, a total of 22 children and their forever families were brought together to have their adoptions finalized at the Delaware County Justice Center as part of National Adoption Day.  Eighteen families left the event with smiles on their faces, stuffed animals in the arms of children, and hearts filled to overflowing with thankfulness and joy. The hearings started at 1 p.m. in the Honorable John M. Feick’s courtroom and ended just…

Youth Symphony Orchestras of East Central Indiana was awarded $4,500 in Quarterly Competitive Grants from The Community Foundation. YSOECI brings together young musicians to provide weekly orchestral experiences. Student musicians have the opportunity to perform at concerts and community events. Pictured, a Chamber Program student performs at the Bridge Dinner in April.

Non-Profit November 26, 2018

5 Delaware County Non-Profits Receive Over $60K in Grant Funding From Community Foundation

By: Kallie Sulanke, Community Engagement Officer— Muncie, Ind. – The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. awarded $62,875 to five no-profit organizations during the fourth Quarterly Competitive Grant cycle of 2018. 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:…

Neil Schmottlach (R) presents past recipient, Mark McKinney (L) with the Horatio Alger Award during the Great Futures Luncheon. This year the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie will present both the Legacy Award and the Roy C. Buley Heritage Award at the Great Futures Dinner on January 24. Photo provided.

Non-Profit November 26, 2018

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Accepting Nominations for Two Awards

By: Amy Logan— Muncie, Indiana—The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie is looking for nominations from the public for the Boys & Girls Club Legacy Award and the Roy C. Buley Heritage Award. Nominations are due December 14 and the award will be presented to the recipient at the Great Futures Dinner on January 24. The Boys & Girls Club Legacy Award will be given to a member of the community who has overcome a significant obstacle in their life…

Cyber Monday is November 26, 2018. Illustration by: Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit November 25, 2018

Cyber Monday at Cornerstone Center For The Arts

By: Jessie Fisher— Muncie, Indiana—Give the gift of art to your loved ones this holiday season. Cornerstone Center for the Arts is excited to offer half price gift certificates on Cyber Monday, November 26. This is a one-day only deal you do not want to miss. On Cyber Monday, Cornerstone will offer $50 gift certificates for its group classes for just $25 each! If you know an adult or child who has always wanted to take classes at Cornerstone, this…