Articles by Mike Rhodes

Delaware County Fair is Just Around the Corner

Muncie, IN— The Delaware County Fair kicks off with the queen contest and finishes with a rodeo! The 164th annual Delaware County Fair will officially open with 4-H events, on July 13; with midway rides opening July 18. The queen contest will be held June 25, at the Northside auditorium, to accommodate a larger audience for this exciting event. The line-up for the Delaware County Grandstand events for this year’s fair: Saturday, July 16, Horse and Pony Pull Sunday, July 17, Motocross…

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Local Postal Carrier Celebrates 20 Years of Coordinating Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive

By: Shelley Shekell— MUNCIE, IN— The second Saturday in May is held near and dear to postal carriers and food pantries alike. On this day, the National Association of Letter Carriers teams up with more than 10,000 participating communities nationally to collect non-perishable food donations along postal routes in an effort to Stamp Out Hunger. Since the program’s inception in 2003, Stamp Out Hunger has collected more than one billion pounds of food in the United States! This year, Stamp…


Ivy Tech Community College to Hold Go Ivy Day Events

Muncie, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College East Central region will be holding a Go Ivy Day event on May 19 at the Muncie Housing Authority – Price Hall.  Prospective students will be able to learn all about Ivy Tech Community College including admissions, financial aid, new student orientation, and career services. Go Ivy Day Muncie Housing Authority – Price Hall May 19 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 704 South Madison Street Muncie, IN 47302 Appointments are required and can…


Champions for a Safe Community Awards over $55,000 in Grants

Muncie, IN – Champions for a Safe Community has awarded grants to 11 organizations totaling over $55,000 to date.  Champions for a Safe Community is funded by 100 Men Who Cook to support organizations within the community to provide programming, services, and activities that endeavor to reduce violence as well as provide security and care for victims of violence. Champions for a Safe Community will consider support to not-for-profits, civic, business, and government organizations to support the development and delivery of…


Fall 2016 Deadline for 2017 Lilly Endowment Community Scholars

By: Eunice Whitlock— The 2017 recipients of the Delaware County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship will be named in December 2016. Previous scholarship recipients were identified in March of the year they graduated from high school. This change affects the program for all Indiana community foundations. The advanced timeline is the result of a “compelling recommendation” from community foundations who participated in a statewide evaluation of the program conducted by Lilly Endowment Inc. in 2015. During the evaluation process, a number…


Cornerstone’s Summer Arts Camp is Coming Soon

By: Jessie Irwin— Summer is the perfect time to introduce your child to new activities and interests – so, why not sign them up for a week full of art exploration! Cornerstone’s Summer Arts Camp is back for two individual sessions: June 20 through June 24 and July 11 through July 15. Students ages 7 to 14 will enjoy a concentrated week long session of classes in visual arts, theatre, dance, and martial arts. This program is designed to enrich…


ARF “Race 2 Save Lives Event” May 13-15

Part of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Weekend Muncie, IN– The Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) will participate in PetSmart national three-day adoption weekend beginning Friday May 13-15. It will be held outside the PetSmart®store, 3450 N. Morrison Road, Muncie. This being May in Indiana, the theme for the ARF booth will be “RACE 2 SAVE LIVES”. ARF dogs and cats will be at the event, sporting race-themed scarves, and are available for adoption. Going on line and pre-registering to adopt an…


Ontario Systems Reacts to Second Straight Inclusion Among Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s Best Places to Work in Indiana

MUNCIE, Ind – Ontario Systems, a leading receivables management technology and services provider, has been ranked #13 on the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s “Best Places to Work in Indiana” in the large company category. This is the second year in a row Ontario Systems has been included in The Chamber’s rankings, once again crediting its staff and You-Powered Talent Credo for the honor. “We are pleased to be recognized along with these amazing Indiana companies who share our people-centric culture and…


Ball State University’s School of Music Hosts First Sursa American Organ Competition

By: Ball State University Divison of Strategic Communications– MUNCIE, Indiana — Raúl Prieto Ramírez believes not enough people know about Ball State’s organ major. Or that Ball State’s Sursa Performance Hall is home to one of Indiana’s only concert hall organs, which this year celebrates its 10th year gracing the stage of the 600-seat venue. That’s why the instructor and internationally acclaimed concert organist has worked tirelessly in recent months planning the School of Music’s first Sursa American Organ Competition….


Ivy Tech Community College East Central Region Will Graduate 1,166 Students at Commencement

Muncie, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College East Central region will see 1,166 students graduate at its 48th graduation ceremony at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 12 at Emens Auditorium in Muncie. The Honorary Associate of Science in College and Community Service Degree will be awarded to Ms. Bobbette Snyder and Mr. James Warner. Snyder has been a tireless force in her hometown of Anderson, and also assists her husband, Tom, president of Ivy Tech Community College, with contributions to philanthropic organizations,…