Articles by Mike Rhodes

A boat provides an unfettered view of a spectacular sky. Photo provided.

Carlson October 5, 2018

Carlson: Being Afloat On A Boat

By: John Carlson— There’s something wondrous about hanging out on boats… This truth doesn’t come to mind all the time, probably because I don’t get to hang out on boats all the time. But when the rare opportunity presents itself, it quickly reminds me how wonderful hours spent afloat can be. We are obviously blessed to have a very nifty body of water called Prairie Creek Reservoir located south of Selma. It’s small enough not to be intimidating, but large…

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Kelly Stanley is pictured behind the sculpture created by Yorktown artist Kenneth Ryden. Also pictured is Donna Stanley (R) and Polly Craig (L) Executive Director, YOC foundation. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit October 4, 2018

Kelly Stanley Honored at YOC’s Shafer Giving Society Luncheon

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN— The 12th Annual Shafer Giving Society luncheon was held at the Youth Opportunity Center on Wednesday, October 3rd.  Each year, the YOC Foundation hosts the Shafer Giving Society Luncheon to honor donors and friends for their continued commitment to the Youth Opportunity Center and to celebrate the legacy created by the late Hamer and Phyllis Shafer. This year, special recognition was given to Kelly Stanley for his support and dedication to the YOC’s first and…

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Entertainment October 3, 2018

What’s Happening at ArtsWalk? Your Guide to All The Activities

By: Muncie Downtown Development Partnership— Here’s the lowdown on what’s happening, where, and when. WALNUT ST. Debbie’s Handmade Soap: 123 S. Walnut St. Celebrating two years Downtown. Door prizes and refreshments. Kirk’s Bike Shop: 124 S. Walnut St. Open late; offering flat tire repair clinics. Wishbone Gifts: 201 S. Walnut St. Featured artist Lucas Reidenbach will hang his work inside the shop and will be doing live painting in front of the shop on Walnut Street. Valhalla: 215 S. Walnut St. Governor Davis will play after ArtsWalk/Soup Crawl for an open jam night,…

Minnetrista is located at 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN 47303. File photo by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment October 2, 2018

Minnetrista Activities in October

By: Stephen Mortland— EXHIBITS Imagine in Glass October 12-January 6 Imagine in Glass is a celebration of children’s creativity and imagination. Inspired by children’s artwork, professional glassworkers from the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass at Ball State University will create whimsical glass sculptures to be displayed in Minnetrista’s gallery space. Come and see what happens when we combine the skillset of glasswork experts with the wild imaginations of children!   Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas Through January 6,…

Attendees at today's press conference watch a brief video. Photo by: Zach Poor

Non-Profit October 1, 2018

Big Brothers Big Sisters Unveils New Local Name, Brand Positioning 

By: Sue Godfrey— Muncie, Indiana — The Big Brothers Big Sisters agency in Delaware County, along with more than 270 Big Brothers Big Sisters affiliates across the country, today unveiled a new, modern look and brand repositioning with a goal of recruiting more diverse volunteers. The local agency also announced a new name to represent its larger scope of impact: Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central Indiana. “Our 2022 Strategic Plan includes exploring serving outside the Delaware County borders,…

The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County awards grants in the areas of in the areas of arts and culture, community betterment, economic development, education, and human services to enhance the quality of life in Muncie and Delaware County.

Non-Profit September 30, 2018

7 Delaware County Non-profits Receive $54K from the Maxon Foundation Fund

By: Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, Ind. – The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. has awarded $54,888 to seven non-profit organizations from the Maxon Foundation Fund. The Maxon Foundation Fund was established when assets of The Maxon Foundation were transferred to The Community Foundation. The Maxon Foundation was originally established by Maxon Corporation and the founding family as a way to give back to the community and support worthy causes in Delaware County.  The Maxon Foundation Fund generally awards…

2018 City of Muncie Policeman's Ball. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Government September 30, 2018

Photo Gallery: 2018 City of Muncie Policeman’s Ball

By: Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— Muncie, Indiana—The 2018 City of Muncie Policeman’s Ball was held September 29th at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The event was a benefit for the Domestic Violence Unit of the Muncie Police Department. In 2017, the Muncie Police Department responded to 2,520 domestic violence calls. The department defines domestic violence as “a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner, to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner.” The…

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Non-Profit September 30, 2018

Cancer Survivors and University Singers To Perform at Joint Benefit Concert

By: Molly Flodder— Muncie, Indiana—When the members of Survivor Voices, singers in the cancer survivors’ choir, give public testimonials, they are quick to point out that their cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery were among the hardest days, months and even years of their lives.  In fact, a few singers still have active cancer cases, but are grateful when they are in remission.  All members of the choir support the mission of providing hope, inspiration and encouragement to people and their…

Virginia-class submarine USS Indiana (SSN 789). (U.S. Navy photo illustration by Stan Bailey.)

Government September 29, 2018

USS Indiana Commissioned Today

By: Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic Public Affairs— NORFOLK – The Navy’s newest fast-attack submarine, USS Indiana (SSN 789), was commissioned at the Navy Port at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Port Canaveral, Fla., Sept. 29, 2018. It will be the sixteenth Virginia-class submarine to join the fleet. Indiana is the third U.S. Navy ship, and first submarine, to be commissioned bearing the name “Indiana.” Mrs. Diane Donald, wife of retired Admiral Kirkland H. Donald, is the ship’s sponsor. Designed…

Ball State students Alex Kane and Guadalupe Vega are pictured working with their team at Startup Weekend Columbus. Kane joined the organizing team for Startup Weekend Muncie after attending the event in Columbus. Photo provided.

Business September 28, 2018

Muncie’s First Ever Techstars ‘Startup Weekend’ To Be Held October 5-7

By: Karen Lloyd, Entrepreneurship Center, Ball State University— Muncie, Indiana— On October 5th, 6th and 7th, 2018  Techstars will be hosting the first ever Startup Weekend in Muncie, IN. Do you have an idea you would like to pursue or a problem you would like to solve but don’t know where to start?  Then Startup Weekend Muncie is just the event for you. Startup Weekend is a global organization powered by Techstars and Google where participants get together on a Friday…