Articles by Mike Rhodes

Muncie Civic Theatre Announces Fundraiser: A Civic Soirée – The Great Gatsby Gala

By Brittany Covert— MUNCIE, IN – The Muncie Civic Theatre is excited to announce its First Annual Fundraiser, “A Civic Soirée: The Great Gatsby Gala,” set to take place on October 26, 2024 at the Muncie Civic Theatre. This dazzling event, inspired by the Roaring Twenties, promises to be an unforgettable evening of elegance and entertainment – all in support of the arts and youth theatre programs that Muncie Civic Theatre brings to the community. Guests will dress to the…

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Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce to Host Candidate Forum on October 10

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— The Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum on October 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Legacy Room at Westminster Village Muncie. All community members are welcome to attend the FREE forum to hear from candidates vying for County Commissioner District 1, County Council at Large, and Circuit Court 2 seats. This will be an opportunity for candidates to publicly address constituents and answer moderated questions alongside their respective opponents…


Indiana American Water Celebrates Source Water Protection Week

By Joel Reuter— GREENWOOD, IN – Indiana American Water is celebrating Source Water Protection Week (Sept. 29-Oct. 5, 2024) by creating awareness that safe, clean, and reliable water is supported by protecting water resources free from pollution, and by giving the public helpful resources and information, to encourage everyone to contribute. “Protecting water resources like lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and well fields are crucial for helping ensure clean, safe and reliable drinking water. These natural sources can be vulnerable to pollution…


Citizens Who Care for Home-Bound People Can Vote With Absentee Ballot

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN—Thursday, Oct. 17, is the first day a citizen who cares for a confined person at a private residence can vote an absentee ballot. The patient who is a citizen with a disability may also vote with an absentee ballot at the same time. Under these circumstances, voters for confined people need to call their county’s voter registration office and arrange for a member of the Absentee Voter Board to come to the voter’s residence or…


I&M Sends Additional Crews to Hurricane Helene Restoration Efforts

By Schnee’ Doyle, Communications Consultant Sr.— FORT WAYNE – A second wave of power restoration crews from Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) are in numerous states after Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction and millions of people without power. In total, 466 I&M employees and business partners are helping our sister companies, Kentucky Power and Appalachian Power Company, restore service to their customers. Among the team are line workers, damage assessors, tree trimming experts, meter technicians, fleet technicians, safety personnel…


Grant Enables Free Access to Shafer Leadership Academy’s Signature Program ‘Fusion: Leading Multi-Generational Teams’

By Arrick Garringer— MUNCIE, IN – Thanks to a generous grant, Shafer Leadership Academy is offering its highly sought-after program, Fusion: Leading Multi-Generational Teams, free of charge to the public. Typically valued at $250 per participant, the program will be held on October 29, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Ivy Tech’s Fisher Building in downtown Muncie. The grant was provided by American Electric Power Foundation, whose support makes it possible for a wider audience to access this…


Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce’s Legacy Dinner Honored Mr. Thomas Kinghorn

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— The 2024 Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Legacy Dinner was held Saturday, September 28 at the Horizon Convention Center honoring Mr. Thomas Kinghorn, President and CEO of the George and Frances Ball Foundation. Among those who paid tribute to the legacy of Mr. Kinghorn were Mr. Stefan Anderson, Retired CEO of First Merchants Bank, Dr. John Worthen, Retired President of Ball State University; Mr. Jim Lowe, Retired Associate Vice President for Ball State University’s Facilities…


Ivy Tech Muncie/Henry County Names Alum and Benefactor of the Year

2024 Distinguished Alumni and Benefactor Awards celebrate the impact and generosity of Ivy Tech graduates, donors and volunteers By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN – Ivy Tech Community College and the Ivy Tech Foundation recognized Ivy Tech alumni, donors, and volunteers from across the state this weekend at the 2024 Distinguished Alumni and Benefactor Awards in Indianapolis. The awards celebrate the contributions of accomplished graduates and generous donors and volunteers to their communities and to Ivy Tech. Each of Ivy Tech’s…


Halloween Costume Swap at Muncie Public Library

By Susan Fisher, Public Relations Supervisor, Muncie Public Library— MUNCIE, IN—Do you have Halloween costumes and accessories you are no longer using? Maybe your kids have outgrown their costumes, or they have moved on to different interests and a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle outfit just won’t cut it. Whatever the reason, Muncie Public Library (MPL) wants your costumes and accessories for a Halloween Costume Swap! Now through Friday, October 11,  all MPL branches will accept donated costumes, accessories, and other…


Local League of Women Voters Offers Voters Information About Candidates Via VOTE411

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN—The League of Women Voters of Muncie-Delaware County now offers Delaware County residents an easy way to educate themselves about candidates running for office by way of an award-winning website called VOTE411.org. VOTE411.org is dedicated to election information and created and sponsored by the League of Women Voters Educational Fund. Another purpose of the site is to register citizens to vote. The deadline to register to vote this election season is Monday, Oct. 7. Citizens can…