Articles by Mike Rhodes

CrossFit NC is one of the many businesses the East Central ISBDC will be celebrating during Entrepreneurship Week. Photo provided.

Business June 16, 2016

East Central ISBDC Celebrating Entrepreneurship Week

By: Christy Ragle— More than 97% of Indiana businesses are classified as “small,” and small business and entrepreneurship continue to build a strong state economy, according to the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC). The Center is celebrating all aspects of entrepreneurship and all stages of business development during Indiana Entrepreneurship Week from June 19-25. The East Central ISBDC is working together with area partners to present a variety of events during Entrepreneurship Week. Entrepreneurs who have started businesses recently…

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Ontario Systems. File photo.

Business June 14, 2016

Ontario Systems Acquires Columbia Ultimate Business Systems

ARM market experts come together, strengthening product set and presence in the government sector Muncie, IN— Ontario Systems, a leading revenue cycle management (RCM) and accounts receivable management (ARM) software and services provider, announces it has acquired Columbia Ultimate Business Systems (CUBS™) of Vancouver, Wash. Joining together two ARM market software and services experts, the acquisition will benefit both organizations’ customers through expanded product offerings and access to an even broader set of compliance consulting services. Both Ontario Systems and Columbia…

Mayor Dennis Tyler and his wife are pictured during last year's City of Muncie Fireworks.

Entertainment June 14, 2016

Mayor Tyler’s Upcoming Muncie Events Update

This morning Steve Lindell interviewed Mayor Dennis Tyler about some of the events coming up around the city. Topics included: Evening fireworks at Prairie Creek, City of Muncie fireworks, Muncie City Baseball league, Co-ed softball program, Prairie Creek and Tuhey Pool, car show and music at Westside Park, Teen Works program, Muncie Pride event and the MuncieJournal.com 1st birthday party. Click below to listen.   

(L-R) Jacob Moore, Macy Whitehair, Joseph Scruggs. Photo provided.

Non-Profit June 13, 2016

Tri Kappa Awards Local Grants

MUNCIE, IN—The Delta Phi Chapter of Kappa, Kappa, Kappa, Inc. recently distributed $9,000 in grants and scholarships. Grants of $250 to $500 each were awarded to nonprofit organizations that fit the goals of Tri Kappa, which are to promote culture, charity and education within the community. Recipients of this year’s Charitable Grants are East Washington Academy, Ball State University Guardian Scholars Program, Whitely Community Council, Muncie Symphony Orchestra, Children’s Clothing Center, Muncie Civic Theatre and Harvest Soup Kitchen. Scholarships of…

MSO Super Conductor Contest Candidate Couples. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Entertainment June 11, 2016

Photo Gallery: MSO Festival on the Green

Photos by: Mike Rhodes — The Muncie Symphony Orchestra’s “Festival on the Green” was held Saturday evening on the lawn of the Ball State University Arts Terrace. An Arts Fair, presented by the Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MACC), was held prior to the concert. You may view photographs of the event below. Click on a thumbnail below to see larger images and a clickable slideshow.  

Unlike “active wear,” baggy blue jeans and sports jerseys give a guy, or gal, the relaxed fit needed to down that next bag of tortilla chips. Photo by: Nancy Carlson

Carlson June 10, 2016

Look Out Chubby Folks! Here Comes Active Wear!

By: John Carlson— If you are a chubby person like me, you are probably alarmed by the latest fashion trend. The big new thing is “active wear.” Active wear is that sort of sleek, colorful, sporty apparel that clings to your body like an extra epidermal layer. It shows off every bulge you’ve got, whether you’re running in a marathon, or just running to the grocery store to restock your training table with some nutritious Hostess Ding Dongs. Not that…

Horizon Convention Center. Photo provided.

Business June 10, 2016

Horizon Convention Center to Host Vital Records Convention in October 2016

Muncie, IN – The Horizon Convention Center recently signed a contract to host the Indiana Vital Records Convention in October, 2016. Attendance for the two-day event is expected to be over 100 with delegates coming from most Indiana Counties. This will be the first time for the event to be held in Muncie. “On behalf of the entire city, we welcome the Indiana Vital Records Convention to the Horizon Convention Center and the city of Muncie,” said Joann McKinney, president/CEO of…

BY5 Executive Director Carrie Bale and Tom Kinghorn, BY5 Chairman of the Board are pictured. Photo provided.

Education June 8, 2016

Muncie’s BY5 Boosts Early Education Onto Statewide Stage

By: Juli Metzger— 550 turn out from 49 counties Muncie, IN—The fate of a child may be set by the time they reach 5 years old. That statistic and getting children kindergarten-ready led the battle cry at the first ever Indiana Summit, hosted Tuesday by Muncie’s BY5 at the Horizon Convention Center. Some of the state’s most influential lawmakers and policymakers were among the more than 500 people from 49 counties to hear experts say 90 percent of the brain…

Lauren A. Koenig, founder and CEO of TWIP.

Business June 8, 2016

TWIP founder Lauren A. Koenig to Pitch to Investors at Verge Muncie Event

By: Jennifer Greene — Muncie, IN—Verge Muncie will host Lauren A. Koenig, founder and CEO of TWIP, at its next Pitch Night on June 23 from 5:30–8:30 p.m. at the Living Room in downtown Muncie. Koenig, a Chicago native and 2004 graduate of Ball State University, has worked in travel for over 10 years: The French Government before joining The International Kitchen, the leading provider of cooking vacations covering Italy, France and Spain. These travel-related business experiences led Koenig to create…

Backyard water feature. Photo by: Nancy Miller

Entertainment June 8, 2016

Master Gardeners Annual Garden Walk to Be Held on Sunday

By: Marilyn Marks— This coming Sunday afternoon, June 12, is your opportunity to eyeball four stunning gardens in northeastern Delaware County, during the Master Gardeners Annual Garden Walk.   Hours are from 1-5pm, admission tickets are $ 5 each and allow entry to all properties.   Tickets may be purchased in advance by contacting any local Master Gardener, through the Delaware County Extension Office (765.747.7732) or the day of the event at each listed location: 6260 East CR 500 North, Albany 11014 East CR 500 North, Albany…