Articles by Mike Rhodes

Business April 29, 2026

Lahody’s Culinary Group to Acquire Vera Mae’s, Continuing a Downtown Muncie Tradition

By Justin Hardin, Lahody’s Culinary Group— MUNCIE, IN— Lahody’s Culinary Group, owner of Lahody’s Trust Your Butcher Steakhouse with locations in Muncie and Anderson, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Vera Mae’s restaurant, a longstanding staple of Downtown Muncie. The restaurant will continue operations under new ownership as Vera Mae’s, with Lahody’s leasing the space from Accutech Systems. Vera Mae’s has been a cornerstone of the downtown dining scene, known for its atmosphere, hospitality, and role in bringing people together. Lahody’s Culinary Group plans to build on that legacy while introducing its own operational expertise…

Business April 28, 2026

Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Selects ‘Boyce Cloud’ to Modernize Financial, Payroll, HR, and Employee Workflows

By A. Casey Stanley— MUNCIE, IN— Boyce Systems in Muncie has announced that the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC), the second-largest public school district in Indiana, has selected Boyce Cloud for Schools, including Employee Hub, to modernize and streamline its financial, payroll, human resources, and employee-facing workflows. Serving more than 21,000 students across 37+ schools, EVSC operates one of the state’s largest and most complex public education systems. As expectations for real-time reporting, compliance, and transparency continue to rise, district leaders identified the need to move away from manual, paper-based processes and legacy systems that limited efficiency. “Our systems had…

Education April 28, 2026

Muncie’s Northside Middle School Esports Team Wins State Championship

By Andy Klotz— MUNCIE, IN— – The Northside Titans are state champs—again! The Muncie middle school defeated Batchelor Middle School of Bloomington 3-1 in their best-of-five state championship match of Marvel Rivals, one of 15 different games Indiana esports teams can compete in. This is the Titans’ second state title following its 2023 championship when they competed in Rocket League. “What a way for these students to finish off the season,” Northside Esports Coach Jacob Mooney said. “Batchelor is a very good team, so our kids had to really work together to come out on top. It’s really rewarding to…

Non-Profit April 27, 2026

MadJax Announces Small Business Week Programming to Support Local Entrepreneurs and Creatives

By Carly Acree-King— MUNCIE, IN— MadJax Maker Force will host MadJax Small Business Week from May 4–9, 2026, a week of free, hands-on programming designed to help makers, creatives, and entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses. Held in alignment with National Small Business Week and sponsored by PrimeTrust Federal Credit Union, the initiative brings together local experts and partners to lead sessions focused on the real work behind running and growing a business. “This week is a direct response to what our members have been asking for – more access to real, practical business support,” said Carly Acree-King, Executive Director at MadJax Maker…

Education April 26, 2026

Ball State and Heart of Indiana United Way Partner to Redesign Clinic Waiting Area

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana — Ball State University’s Interprofessional Community Clinics (ICCs), in partnership with the Heart of Indiana United Way and with support from the George and Frances Ball Foundation and Early Years Indiana, have unveiled a newly transformed waiting area designed to enhance early learning, family engagement, and patient experience. The redesigned space creates a literacy-rich, interactive environment that encourages children and caregivers to engage in meaningful play and conversation—extending learning beyond clinical appointments. Inspired by United Way’s Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing and Read & Achieve initiatives, the space emphasizes the critical role of early language development…

Education April 24, 2026

Logan Parker—Member of Pridemark Construction’s ‘Future Leaders of America’ Series

Editor’s note: The Future Leaders of America series profiles high school seniors who display leadership qualities in their school and the community. The series is brought to you by Pridemark Construction. By Stacey A. Shannon— DALEVILLE, IN—Throughout his time at Daleville Junior/Senior High School, Logan Parker has pushed himself to grow and develop leadership skills. The high school senior has succeeded with his involvement in sports, student media and a variety of advisory councils. Parker played basketball all four years of high school. He was on track team for three of his four years, only missing a year due to…

Entertainment April 23, 2026

Beyond the Curtain: ‘A Journey to Oz’ by Muncie Ballet Studio Students on May 15 and 16 at Cornerstone

By Lisa Love, Director and Founder, Muncie Ballet Studio— MUNCIE, IN—Thousands of children have experienced their first ballet with Muncie Ballet Studio (MBS). Each year, more than 1500 schoolchildren attend matinee performances as an introduction to classical dance, music, and theater. Director Lisa Love adapts action-packed, dramatic stories, using colorful costumes, props, and dances to create a vivid backdrop for familiar tales. The Children’s Nutcracker is staged every winter holiday, and each spring features a new ballet based on a classic story, accompanied by an original compilation of classical music. Founded in June 1991 as a 501(c)(3), Muncie Ballet Studio…

Government April 23, 2026

Errington Presents ‘Distinguished Hoosier Award’ to Bibi Bahrami

By Sydney Kokinis, Press Secretary— INDIANAPOLIS — Bibi Bahrami, Founder and President of AWAKEN (Afghan Women’s and Kids’ Education and Necessities), has been named a Distinguished Hoosier by Gov. Mike Braun. The award was presented by State Rep. Sue Errington (D-Muncie) at AWAKEN’s annual fundraising dinner in Muncie. The Distinguished Hoosier award – one of the highest honors that an Indiana citizen may receive – is given to “those who distinguish themselves by significant contributions to their communities, and whose qualities and actions endear them in the hearts and minds of Hoosiers.” Widely recognized as one of Muncie’s greatest humanitarians,…

Non-Profit April 22, 2026

New Nonprofit Formed to Preserve Historic 1875 One-Room Schoolhouse in Muncie, Indiana

By Colleen Cooper— MUNCIE, IN — A dedicated group of community members has officially established One Room School House No. 3, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to preserving one of the last remaining brick one-room schoolhouses in the nation and considered a crown jewel of Muncie and Delaware County. Originally built in 1875, the historic schoolhouse had fallen into complete disrepair before being restored in 1996 by the late Norman Miller and his wife, Hermie. For many years, the restored building served as a living classroom, welcoming local students for immersive field trips that brought history to life. The…

Non-Profit April 22, 2026

YMCA of Muncie and Anthem Host ‘Rock Steady Boxing’ Open House for Individuals Living with Parkinson’s

By Kristen McConnell— MUNCIE, IN— The YMCA of Muncie, in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, invites the community to attend a Rock Steady Boxing Open House on April 28 from 1:00–3:00 p.m. at the Muncie YMCA, located at 615 N. Walnut St. This special event will introduce Rock Steady Boxing, a non-contact, boxing-inspired fitness program designed specifically for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. The program focuses on improving strength, balance, coordination, and overall quality of life. Parkinson’s disease affects approximately one million people in the United States, with that number expected to grow to 1.2 million by…

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