Articles by Mike Rhodes

Mayor Dennis Tyler. File photo.

Government June 1, 2016

Mayor Tyler Joins the “Wear Orange” Campaign by Declaring June 2nd National Gun Violence Awareness Day in Muncie

“Wear Orange” Inspired by Chicago Teens Who Refused to Be Silent in the Face of Daily Gun Violence Muncie, IN —Mayor Tyler today joined the Wear Orange campaign (www.WearOrange.org) by declaring June 2nd to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day in the City of Muncie to honor and remember all victims and survivors of gun violence and to declare that we as a country must do more to reduce gun violence. The proclamation encourages all citizens to support their local…

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Minnetrista file photo.

Entertainment June 1, 2016

Minnetrista Exhibits and Events in June

By: Sam Condon— EXHIBITS The Wizard of Oz™ Educational Exhibit Through September 18, 2016 FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD™ to Minnetrista for the official THE WIZARD OF OZ™ Educational Exhibit, the first-ever, Warner Bros. Consumer Products licensed traveling educational exhibit based on the beloved movie classic. Visitors of all ages are invited to come along with DOROTHY™ and TOTO™ on a multi-sensory, cross-disciplinary exploration of the Land of Oz. Along the way, discover personal strengths and gifts using: literacy, visual,…

Community Foundation Scholarship Recipients. Photo provided.

Education May 31, 2016

The Community Foundation Scholarship Recipients Announced

Muncie, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc., has announced the 2016 recipients of the Community Foundation Scholarship. The Community Foundation Scholarship is awarded to students who were selected by their individual schools as Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship nominees. The Community Foundation recognizes the outstanding achievements of these students with a $500 scholarship. Consideration was given to student activities and achievements, community and civic service, academic ability and potential for leadership. Julianna Anderson of Heritage Hall Christian School…

Indiana artist Gwen Gutwein

Entertainment May 31, 2016

Discover the Artwork of Gwen Gutwein at Heritage Barns of Indiana

Muncie, IN—Discover the compelling stories behind the barn paintings of Indiana artist Gwen Gutwein at Heritage Barns of Indiana, at Minnetrista May 21 through August 14. The Heritage Barns of Indiana Project began in 2004 with a focus on the dwindling heritage of early Indiana barns. Gwen Gutwein, a member on the Barn Alliance, and owner of a fine art studio/gallery in Fort Wayne, is working to paint at least two old and/or historic barns from each of Indiana’s 92 counties….

National Donut Day, June 3rd.

Non-Profit May 31, 2016

Salvation Army and Concannon’s Team Up for National Donut Day

By: Jonathan Taube, Cadet in Charge— MUNCIE, IN- On Friday, June 3rd, The Salvation Army and Concannon’s Bakery are teaming up to observe National Donut Day and express appreciation for the support of the Muncie community. Concannon’s Bakery will be dishing out free donuts to thank customers at both of their store locations, as well as offering donuts on sale for 30 cents each. Staff and volunteers from The Salvation Army will be on hand at each store to collect…

Jennifer Hart

Business May 31, 2016

MutualBank Announces the Promotion of Jen Hart

Yorktown, IN – MutualBank announces the promotion of Jen Hart to Financial Center Manager and Administrative Officer. Jen joined the MutualBank team more than six years ago and was promoted from her recent role as Yorktown Service Manager. In her new role, she will support the growth of the financial center and the development of existing and new bank relationships, whether lending, investment-related or otherwise. Jen is a Muncie native, graduating from Muncie Southside High School. She has a Bachelor of…

Gordon Carlson is pictured as a 17-year-old Navy recruit in 1943. Injured two years later in the battle for Okinawa, he earned a Purple Heart.

Carlson May 27, 2016

A Day to Memorialize Those Who Gave All

By: John Carlson— It was an accidental find, of sorts. In the process of moving my 90-year-old father into a nursing home recently, my sister Patty came upon a Purple Heart – the medal that honors those Americans injured in combat – pristinely packaged and shining splendidly, tucked away in his chest-of-drawers. I don’t know that I had ever seen this particular medal, which appeared to be a government reissue, but the fact is that now, with it cradled in…

IIndianapolis 500. Photo provided by: IHS.

Non-Profit May 27, 2016

IHS Announces Historic Indy 500 Images Available Online

Panoramic photos taken by race’s first official photographer in May 1911 Indianapolis—The countdown is on to the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, and the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) is marking the occasion with four historic panoramic images, now available to the public online. The panoramic images date back to the inaugural running of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race on May 30, 1911. Taken by Charles F. Bretzman, the race’s first official photographer, two of the surviving panoramic images feature…

Pictured L-R: Jeff Howe, President of Northeast Region of Old National Bank Micah Maxwell, Executive Director – Boys & Girls Club of Muncie Juli Metzger, President – Board of Directors for Boys & Girls Club of Muncie WaTasha Griffin, Grants Committee Member – Champions for a Safe Community Fund

Business, Non-Profit May 26, 2016

“100 Men”and “Champions for Safe Community Fund”Partners with Boys & Girls Club of Muncie

MUNCIE, IN— Jeff Howe, chairman of Champions for a Safe Community Fund, announced today a new partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Muncie. (The Muncie Journal live-streamed today’s press conference held at the  Boys & Girls Club of Muncie. You may view that video here.) Listen to WLBC’s Steve Lindell press conference interview below.   Champions for a Safe Community Fund supports the prevention of violence and the protection and care of victims of violence in East Central Indiana. In…

Academy of Model Aeronautics. File Photo.

Education May 26, 2016

Academy of Model Aeronautics Hits $1 Million Scholarship Milestone

MUNCIE, IN—The Academy of Model Aeronautics has been helping graduating seniors achieve their dreams since 1970, and is now celebrating its dream of reaching a total of $1 million in awarded scholarships. The AMA is happy to announce that this year’s $48,000 in scholarships awarded to 10 high school graduates from across the nation has helped bring the total of AMA scholarships that have been given to college-bound aeromodelers to $1 million. The scholarships are created through funds donated by…