Articles by Mike Rhodes

PGA Junior League Golf Registration Open at Local Golf Courses

By: Hayley Wilson— Boys and girls ages 13 and under learn and play golf on teams with friends Muncie, IN – PGA Professionals in greater Muncie are offering PGA Junior League Golf, a fun and social opportunity that gives boys and girls ages 13 and under of all abilities the opportunity to learn, play and enjoy the game of golf. PGA Junior League Golf takes a team-approach to the game. Much like other recreational youth sports, kids wear numbered jerseys, and play…

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The Community Foundation Announces 2017 Scholarship Recipients

By: Kallie Sulanke— Congratulations to the following graduates: Breanna Webster, a senior at Muncie Central High School, is the 2017 recipient of the Jerry Parrish Scholarship.  Webster plans to study biology at Indiana University. She is the daughter of Charles Webster. Bailey Teague, a senior at Daleville Jr./Sr. High School, is the recipient of the Sarah E. Adams Scholarship.  Teague plans to study risk management and insurance / human resource management at Ball State University. She is the daughter of Paul…


US Navy Christens Submarine Indiana

By: Kala Good— WASHINGTON (NNS) — The Navy christened its newest Virginia-class fast attack submarine, the future USS Indiana (SSN 789), during an 11 a.m. EDT ceremony Saturday, April 29, at Huntington Ingalls Shipyard in Newport News, Virginia. Vice President Mike Pence, who previously served as the 50th governor of Indiana, delivered the ceremony’s principal address. Diane Donald, wife of retired Adm. Kirkland H. Donald, director of Naval Nuclear Propulsion from 2004 to 2012, is serving as the ship’s sponsor….


DANNAR Mobile Power Station® Begins Launch Year at Green California Summit

By:Matt Kantz— Muncie, IN – DANNAR debuted its Mobile Power Station® (MPS) to the state of California at the 2017 Green California Summit and Expo in Sacramento, CA, on April 26. The Summit highlighted strategies, technologies and best practices that are fueling progress toward California’s green goals and the growth of its economy. The expo featured more than 100 companies offering green products and services, from zero emission vehicles to building materials. With over 1,000 attendees from around the state, the show…


Carol Ammon, YOC Customer Relations Director, Recognized for Advocacy to Prevent Child Abuse

Muncie, IN—Carol Ammon, Youth Opportunity Center (YOC) customer relations director, was honored for her commitment to child abuse prevention in our community. Ammon was given an appreciation award by Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) of Delaware County on April 7, 2017 at City Hall. PCA President Patty Duncan said in her letter of recognition, “We are pleased to have people like you in our community who have been committed to educating individuals regarding the nature and causes of child abuse, providing…


May Workshops at Cornerstone Center for the Arts

Muncie, IN—Cornerstone’s spring class session is concluding. Summer classes begin in June but there are still many opportunities to stay involved with workshops during the month of May. May’s calendar consists of Monthly Art Club, Monthly Dance Club, Pints & Paints, Coffee & Paints Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts visual arts instructor, Lauren King, for Monthly Art Club on the first Wednesday of every month from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Monthly Art Club offers the opportunity to express yourself…


Land Conservation Fund Grant Applications Now Available

Muncie, Ind. – The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. has announced the availability of applications for grants through the Foundation’s Land Conservation Fund. The Land Conservation Fund was created to preserve and protect important conservation and recreation areas throughout Delaware County or those owned by Delaware County organizations by matching donations of land or dollars. Property acquired with Land Conservation Fund Grants will become part of the public trust to ensure that the land is protected for…


John Carlson: Wash Brings River to Mind

By: John Carlson— You know your life lacks excitement when the wildest thing you do all day is drive through the carwash. We did this yesterday. With Nan behind the wheel, I coached her into Clancy’s tire tracker gizmo, offering helpful hints like “Left,” and “Right,” and then “A little righter,” and finally “Geez, woman, not that far right! Open your eyes, why don’tcha?” I know she appreciated my help, because she began flipping me the coveted “You’re the World’s…


Pridemark Construction, Inc Announces Recent Groundbreaking For New Cole Academy Facility

By: Meagan Fisher— Muncie, IN—Pridemark Construction, Inc is proud to announce the recent groundbreaking for Cole Academy. In 2015, Cole Academy owner, Tracy Navas approached Pridemark Construction’s design team with a need to expand.  The organization had outgrown their existing facility and needed more room to accommodate their growing clientele. With Tracy’s ideas and Pridemark’s expertise, the design was created. The 24,640 square-foot building, located at the intersection of Morrison Road and Woods Edge Lane, will feature two large gyms, a…


Fall 2017 Deadline For 2018 Lilly Endowment Community Scholars

Muncie, Ind. – The 2018 recipients of the Delaware County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship will be named in December 2017. This change continues from the 2016-2017 academic year. Previously scholarship recipients were identified in March of the year they graduated from high school. This change affects the program for all Indiana community foundations. In selecting recipients for the Delaware County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships, consideration is given to student activities and achievements, community and civic service, academic ability and potential…