Articles by Mike Rhodes

Jeff Bird, MD, has been named the new president of the East Central Region for IU Health which includes IU Health Ball Memorial and Blackford hospitals.

Health May 15, 2017

Jeff Bird, MD, Named President, East Central Region of IU Health

By: Dawn Brand Fluhler— Muncie, IN– Jeff Bird, MD, has been named the new president of the East Central Region for IU Health which includes IU Health Ball Memorial and Blackford hospitals. Dr. Bird currently serves as chief operating officer and chief medical officer for the hospital. “I am honored and humbled to serve in a leadership role for a hospital that I’ve called home for the better part of my career,” said Jeff Bird, MD. “Mike Haley has done a…

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Aerial photo of Muncie and Delaware County by Michael Wolfe

Non-Profit May 15, 2017

May is Beautification Month in Muncie

By: Betty Brewer— Muncie, IN – In partnership with the Muncie Action Plan, the City of Muncie proclaims May to be Beautification Month. Through community input, Initiative 4 of the Muncie Action Plan (MAP) addresses the need to improve and manage our physical environment to create an attractive and desirable place that all of our citizens will be proud of and guests will be delighted to visit. Like any city, Muncie is an eclectic blend of neighborhoods, a downtown, broad…

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Education May 15, 2017

The Community Foundation Announces Three 2017 Scholarship Recipients

By: Eunice L. Whitlock— Congratulations to the following Delaware County graduates – Kaleb Cook is the 2017 recipient of the Grace K. Maring Scholarship.  Cook is a senior at Wapahani High School and plans to attend Ball State University, where he will study business administration. Cook is the son of Bob and Julie Cook. Kailey Boyatt is the recipient of the Muncie Southside Spirit Scholarship.  She is a senior at Muncie Central High School and plans to attend Ball State University…

Lifetouch at 601 W. Ontario Drive in Muncie. Photo provided.

Business May 15, 2017

Lifetouch to Hold Onsite Job Fair on May 23rd

By: Amy L. Bell— Muncie, IN— Lifetouch, the trusted name in photography and yearbooks, will be holding a job fair at 601 W. Ontario Drive in Muncie on May 23, 2017. The job fair will be recruiting for several seasonal positions on both 1st and 2nd shifts.  Applications will be accepted and onsite interviews and tours given between the hours of 1pm and 4pm on the day of the job fair.  Available positions include data entry keyers, color corrections specialists, editors, retouchers, printer…

Matched set: a broom and a floor. Photo by: Nancy Carlson

Carlson May 12, 2017

John Carlson: An Honorable Occupation

By: John Carlson— A couple times recently I’ve seen a meme on Facebook, the crux of which is that a person of integrity will treat a janitor the same way he or she treats a successful company’s CEO. As a former janitor, I completely agree. My year piloting a broom for pay came in 1966, when I needed money for flying around the sky in rented airplanes, an expensive addiction I had just acquired. Receiving word that my high school…

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Education May 11, 2017

Cornerstone’s Summer 2017 Eight Week Arts Programs Classes

By: Jessie Fisher— Muncie, IN—Cornerstone Center for the Arts will begin its summer class session the week of June 5, 2017. These classes will meet for eight weeks and will end the week of July 24. Classes have low-cost one time fees with limited financial aid available to those who qualify. Classes in the summer include the categories of dance, fitness, visual arts, theatre, music, and martial arts for youth and adults. Classes for toddlers and pre-k children include Early…

Glass Bead Workshops. Photo provided.

Entertainment May 10, 2017

Create Beautiful Glass Beads at Minnetrista During Upcoming Glass Workshops

By: Sam Condon— Muncie, IN—Calling all glass artists! If you have ever wanted to create beautiful glass beads, now is your chance. On Thursday, May 18 and Saturday, May 20, Minnetrista invites you to join our two open flame, glass bead making workshops. “Come join the fun of creating torchwork glass beads,” said Educator Karen Nickel. “You will have a variety of glass colors and techniques to choose from. No experience necessary, all supplies provided.” At Minnetrista, you can discover the…

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Non-Profit May 9, 2017

Cancer Services of East Central Indiana-Little Red Door Hosts 2nd Annual Community Kickball Tournament

By: Aimee Fant— Muncie, IN—Cancer Services of East Central Indiana-Red Door will host its community kickball tournament, “Kick Cancer,” from 1-7 p.m. Sunday, June 4, at the Yorktown Sports Park. The kickball field will play host to the fundraising efforts for the cancer care agency that provides services to 1,000 individuals and families living with a cancer diagnosis annually, noting there are 1,100 new cancer diagnoses in East Central Indiana, every year. Teams of 10 compete 2 ways: on and off the field for the Kick Cancer tournament & local cancer care fundraising championship titles.  $200 for a team of 10 (open to *ALL ages, individuals and organizations) and teams are to…

Find and keep Garfield during the Muncie Visitors Bureau contest during National Travel and Tourism Week. Photo provided.

Entertainment May 8, 2017

“Cool Cat Garfield Scavenger Hunt” Scheduled for May 8-12th

By: Muncie Visitors Bureau— Muncie, IN—Plans are underway for a great local celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week! (May 7-13 2017). In the Cool Cat Scavenger Hunt hints are given via Facebook that will lead you to the hidden plush Garfield. Clues for locating Garfield are given on our Facebook page. Rules for Cool Cat Scavenger Hunt There will be two locations where Garfield is hidden each day from Monday, May 8 thru Friday, May 12, 2017. Clues for both locations…

Summer Camps for Kids at Minnetrista. Photo provided.

Entertainment May 8, 2017

Three Exciting Summer Camps for Kids at Minnetrista

By: Sam Condon— Muncie, IN—Add some fun and creativity to your child’s summer break with three camps at Minnetrista! Culinary Kids—June 12–16; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Order up! Treat your child to an exciting cooking camp this summer, where they will learn how to pick and create kid-friendly recipes, experiment with authentic kitchen appliances, and expand their culinary palates. For young cooks 8–10 years old. Registration deadline is June 8. Junior Chefs—June 19–23; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Yes chef! Grab your aprons…