Articles by Mike Rhodes

Business February 26, 2019

BIG Idea Pitch Winners Moving Forward With Their Award Winning Product

By: Alexis Dishman— Muncie, IN—In October of 2018, Lindsey and Andy Markelz pitched in front of a panel of judges in the BIG Idea Pitch Competition. Out of 40 participants, Lindsey and Andy Markelz were in the top five winners who moved on to the Excellence in Innovation Awards where they presented once more. But this time in front of over 350 people! The Markelz pitched their invention; the Collar Keeper. The Collar Keeper (patent pending) is a pure invention…

Non-Profit February 26, 2019

Muncie Neighborhoods March 2nd IDEA Conference to Feature Mayoral Candidates Forum

By: Aimee West, Muncie Action Plan— Muncie, IN—Citizens of greater Muncie will see on their 2019 primary ballots, a record-setting new wave of candidates running for local office this year. Many of these candidates are leaders in their neighborhoods who have taken the next step in serving their neighborhoods and community, by making the decision to run for office. The Muncie Neighborhoods 4th annual IDEA Conference will be on March 2, 2019, 9:00 am-3:30 pm, at Ball State University’s Student Center….

Local Non-Profits Receive 1,500 in Grants From Community Foundation

Non-Profit February 25, 2019

Local Non-Profits Receive $551,500 in Grants From Community Foundation

By: Kallie Sulanke, Community Engagement Officer— Muncie, IN – The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. awarded $551,500 to 14 non-profit organizations during the first Quarterly Competitive Grant cycle of 2019. 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…

Government February 24, 2019

Meet Melissa Blair, Director of Muncie Animal Care and Services

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN— Melissa Blair was born and raised in Muncie and has been a lover of animals her entire life. Blair is the new director of the City of Muncie’s Muncie Animal Care & Services, located at 901 W. Riggin Rd. in Muncie. While relatively new as director (she began her new duties at the end of 2018) Blair is no newcomer to animal rescue services. (The video above includes just a few of the many adoptable…

Business February 23, 2019

Indiana and Michigan Power Storm Advisory In Advance of Strong Winds

By: Indiana and Michigan Electric Power— Update: 8pm, 2/24/19 As more than 400 Indiana Michigan Power employees and contractors restore power across I&M’s service territory, incessant winds that have blown since early this morning continue to disrupt service to additional customers. Though I&M has restored power to more than 7,000 customers in a timely manner throughout the day, heavy afternoon wind gusts accelerated the number of outages. As of 8 p.m., more than 10,000 customers were without power. While crews continue…

Health February 23, 2019

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Continues North Tower Remodel With NICU and Pediatric Cardboard City

By: Maggie Stolfa— Muncie, IN—As remodeling continues at Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, recently five skids of cardboard stood floor to ceiling outlining the gutted 5th floor of the North Tower. This Cardboard City replicates the under construction 10thfloor of North Tower that will soon be the new location of Pediatrics and Women’s Services (PAWS) and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). IU Health uses cardboard cities to test the designed layout, and workflow of staff and patients, before…

Entertainment February 22, 2019

“Hey Mavis” And The Muncie Symphony To Perform Sunday

By: Jennifer Johnson— Muncie, IN—With appearances on NPR’s Mountain Stage and Whad’ya Know?, Americana Band Hey Mavis performs in Muncie for the very first time this Sunday with The Muncie Symphony Orchestra. The Muncie Symphony Orchestra and Hey Mavis collaborate on Hey Mavis’ newest project – Silver Ribbon Dream~Songs and Stories of the Ohio & Erie Canal. Witness the unique blending of musical genres this Sunday, February 24 at 4 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Youth (K-12) tickets are just $5. BSU student tickets FREE w/ ID in…

Carlson February 22, 2019

John Carlson: A Fun Day To Mold Clay

By: John Carlson— In an attempt to fulfill our artistic destinies, Nancy and I have begun taking pottery lessons at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Walking into class a couple Wednesdays ago, we were introduced to our teacher, Eugene Boyd, who is sort of a missionary for the joys of pottery-making. A friendly, effusive man, he told us how after retiring from his career as a General Motors toolmaker, he anticipated spending his golden years in a woodworking shop. Then…

Health February 21, 2019

Living Well With Heart Failure Disease

By: Bethel Pointe Health & Rehabilitation— Muncie, IN—Heart failure, sometimes called a “weak heart,” is a serious and progressive disease that develops over time and is defined simply as, “a heart that is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body’s demands.” If left untreated, the inadequate blood flow causes the organs to progressively fail. This can result in numerous medical complications which reduces quality of life. According to the American Heart Association (AHA) and the Heart Failure Society of…

Business February 21, 2019

Indiana Michigan Power Economic Impact Grant Supports Downtown Yorktown

By: Tracy Warner, Indiana Michigan Power— Yorktown, IN – Indiana Michigan Power is helping Yorktown create a more vibrant, flourishing downtown with a grant supporting Destination Downtown Yorktown, the exciting redevelopment plan aimed at increasing business and residential opportunities in the Delaware County town. An I&M grant program aimed at helping customers in our service territory by boosting local economies will help Yorktown properly plan for creating an attractive social and economic downtown hub to help bring a greater sense of community….

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