By: John Carlson— Working at a local carnival not long ago, this being part of a volunteer fundraising effort for the Back to School Teachers Store, reminded me of when I was employed in the amusement park business. Having just finished college back then, I told myself this job was merely to hold me over the summer until I had time to fully analyze the many offers for more lucrative positions that were bound to come flying my way. Meanwhile,…
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By: Tom Farris— Muncie, IN – Jim Needham, member of the Muncie Rotary Club for over 30 years, received the Merrill Greene Award for 2017 from the Muncie Rotary Club. The award honors Merrill Greene, CPA, long-time Muncie Rotarian, volunteer and club treasurer for over two decades. The award honors a member for their outstanding volunteer efforts for the club and the community. Needham is a community leader, volunteer and is active in Rotary projects. Jim is an Emeritus Professor…
By: Mike Rhodes— When was the last time you took your dog out for dinner? I’m not talking about stopping at a burger joint and pitching a cheeseburger in the back seat for your furry friend. I’m talking about REALLY taking your dog OUT for dinner. To a swanky, upscale restaurant, where other dogs and owners will be dining. Sound like a good time? You bet! You can have that opportunity on Sunday, July 16th, as Vera Mae’s Bistro hosts the first “Bow…
By: Kallie Sulanke, Community Engagement Officer— Liberty Perry Selma Town Endowment Fund at The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc., is awarding $500 to the Liberty Township Fire Department for the purchase of a new CO 4 gas detector. This important tool helps the fire department identify harmful gasses such as carbon monoxide and natural gas, as well as monitor air inside and outside a home during house fires to assure the air is safe to…
By: Chris Taylor— Muncie, IN—The program for the first annual Ball State Sports Link Sports Media Summer Camp in July has been announced featuring guest instructors from the Big 10, the NFL and opportunities to produce content with Ball State Football coaches and student-athletes. Rising high school students (to-be freshmen through seniors) with an interest in sports and digital sports media are encouraged to apply. Each three-day workshop, hosted on Ball State’s campus, includes hands-on instructional sessions on digital sports production, sports…
By: Susan Fisher, Muncie Public Library— Muncie, IN—It is official! Muncie Public Library (MPL) employees traveled to Chicago this past weekend to accept the Library of the Future Award presented by the American Library Association (ALA) and Information Today, Inc. a publisher of magazines and newsletters geared toward libraries and other data and information providers. The award honors an individual library, library consortium, group of librarians, or support organization for innovative planning for, applications of, or development of patron training…
By: Skip Vorhees— Muncie, IN— Home Instead Senior Care® has announced the addition of Sharon Rhodes as Recruitment Coordinator. In her role, Sharon will be responsible for recruiting, interviewing and hiring caregivers for the Home Instead Senior Care® service area of Muncie, Anderson, Pendleton, Yorktown, Alexandria, Albany, Selma, Summitville, Eaton, Middletown, Parker City, Markleville, Middletown, Lapel, Gaston, Daleville, New Castle and surrounding areas. Caregivers provide personal care and non-medical services at a client’s residence. A native of Wisconsin, Sharon received her Bachelor of Science Degree…
By: Jud Fisher— Muncie, IN—A series of grants totaling $500,000 is helping to reshape how future doctors are trained in Muncie. BBF awarded grants for the effort to four partnering institutions: IU School of Medicine-Muncie, IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Foundation, Ball State University, and Meridian Health Services. The grants were developed jointly as a collaboration between the various organizations under the project title “Optimus Primary.” “Outside of Indianapolis, Muncie’s physician training program is the largest in the state of…
By: Brittani Richards— Muncie, IN – One of the main values that Thrive Credit Union lives by is “community.” That is why the credit union began looking to recognize leaders in Delaware County who are helping the community “thrive” with the Thrive Community Leader Award. The first Thrive Community Leader Award was presented to Kevin Nemyer on Wednesday, June 21st. Nemyer is assistant director of the City of Muncie’s Community Development Department. Nemyer was nominated and selected for being an outstanding…
By: Sam Condon— Muncie, IN—Celebrate Independence Day with Minnetrista this Fourth of July with Summer Stage Fest: America’s Hometown Band. Come early at 5:30pm to enjoy your favorite food vendors, music, and friendly competitions that are fun for the whole family. Then, stay for live music by America’s Hometown Band at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at dusk. Make your Fourth of July memorable with Summer Stage Fest: America’s Hometown Band of Tuesday, July 4. For more information on this and…