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Entertainment April 8, 2017

Indiana Spring Sprint Triathlon and 5k Scheduled for April 29th

MUNCIE– America Multi-Sport will be hosting its 4th annual Indiana Spring Sprint Triathlon and 5k, on April 29, 2017. The event is set to start at 11 a.m., taking place at Ball State University. Starting with an indoor swim at Lewellen pool, athletes will then hop on their bikes for a (2 or 4 lap) european style ride, looping through campus, then to wrap up the race, a quick run to the finish line. Along with the triathlon and 5k options,…

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Home of CSL Plasma at 1321 S. Madison. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Business April 8, 2017

CSL Plasma to Open New Location and Employment Opportunities in Muncie

By: Robert Mitchell— CSL Plasma Joins the Muncie Community May 2017 Muncie, IN – CSL Plasma will open a new plasma collection center at 1321 S. Madison Street in Muncie.  As a new member to the community, CSL Plasma brings with it many employment opportunities; information can be found by visiting www.cslplasma.com/careers. Sample positions currently open as of this writing include, Phlebotomist, Medical Staff Associates, Reception Techs, and Donor Support Tech, and Nurse, LPN, Paramedic among others. You may also find CSL Plasma Muncie openings via this…

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Non-Profit April 7, 2017

Walk Multiple Sclerosis Scheduled for April 8th at BSU Alumni Center

By: Daphne Mack— WHAT:    Since 1988, hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in Walk MS events across the country raising critical funds and awareness for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year, the cumulative fundraising is expected to surpass $1 billion. WHEN:    April 8, 2017, 8:30 am check –in, 9:30 am start There will be food and music! WHERE:    Ball State University Alumni Center, 2800 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie, IN 47304; Route features one and three-mile courses, both…

The Peaches and Drake Alan. Photo provided.

Entertainment April 7, 2017

Kick Back and Relax with After Hours at Minnetrista: Saison de Peach

By: Sam Condon— Muncie, IN—Sit back, relax, and join our friends from The Guardian Brewing Company, at After Hours: Saison de Peach, on Friday, April 21, from 6–8:30 p.m. “Nothing welcomes spring like fresh beer,” said Visitor Experience Manager, Allison Clark. “Join our friends from The Guardian Brewing Company and enjoy tasty peach brews, along with other customer favorites at our cash bar, pub appetizers by Minnetrista Catering, and music by The Peaches and Drake Alan.” After Hours: Saison de…

Cure for snoring isn’t duct tape. Photo by: Nancy Carlson

Carlson April 7, 2017

John Carlson: Snoring Raises a Ruckus

By: John Carlson— There aren’t many physical activities I’m really good at, but one of them is definitely snoring. In noting this, I am not tooting my own horn, forgive the pun. Based on my personal knowledge, I would say I am lousy at snoring, a guy who peacefully slips off to Nappyland every night without making a peep. It’s my wife, Nan, who told me I am great at snoring. Well, she never actually “told” me so. What happened…

Tax Time at Maring-Hunt Library. Photo provided.

Non-Profit April 6, 2017

Get Free One-On-One Tax Help at Maring-Hunt Library

By: Susan Fisher— Muncie, IN—The tax deadline is Tuesday, April 18 and the trained and certified tax preparation volunteers of the AARP Tax Aide program are ready to help! The AARP Tax Aide program will be at Maring-Hunt Library from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday until April 14 to prepare and file taxes for those who need assistance. AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) is offering the service, but people do not need to be retirees…

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Health April 6, 2017

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Earns Leader in LGBTQ Designation

By: Dawn Brand Fluhler—  Nationwide, only 300 healthcare providers earned the “Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality” designation Muncie, IN– IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital recently announced its “Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality” designation from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC), the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization. The designation was reported in the 10th edition of the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), reflecting on a decade of progress in LGBTQ healthcare. A…

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Education April 6, 2017

Annual “Living Proof” Set for April 5th and 6th

By: Dee McKinsey— Who: The Delaware County Prevention Council and members of its PRIDE Team, county first responders, prosecutors, judges, members of the sheriff’s department and municipal police and other professionals. What: Annual “Living Proof Presentation – a simulation of a fatal car crash involving alcohol. When: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.., April 5th and 6th. Tours every 10 minutes, with the last tour at 8 p.m. Where: Muncie Central High School “Living Proof” is free and open to the public…

A scene from a past year's FCA banquet. Photo provided.

Non-Profit April 6, 2017

Fellowship of Christian Athletes To Bring Kent Benson to Annual Banquet

By: Jeff Mosier— Muncie, IN—The Fellowship of Christian Athletes of East Central Indiana is very happy to announce that New Castle Trojan Mr. Basketball, IU Hoosier superstar, and NBA Veteran, Kent Benson, will be the special guest for the 2017 FCA Banquet Thursday April 20th, at the Horizon Convention Center. While a sophomore at New Castle, Kent attended an FCA camp and became an FCA leader for the Trojans. In 1973 he was named Mr. Basketball and was recognized as…

Josh Winkler, The American Chestnut - Ghosts on the Appalachian Trail, color woodcut.

Entertainment April 6, 2017

First Thursday, Opening Reception for David + Sarojini Johnson Legacy Exhibition

By: Braydee Euliss— Muncie, IN—Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co. will celebrate First Thursday April 6th from 5 – 8 pm with an opening reception for David + Sarojini Johnson Legacy Exhibition, a collection of print work from past students celebrating the Johnsons’ legacy as educators and mentors. David and Sarojini will address the crowd at 6:15. Light refreshments will be served, and the public is invited to attend. The exhibit remains on view through April 29, 2017. The month of April at…