Articles by Mike Rhodes

“Dream Diary: Concerto for 7-String Electric Violin and Orchestra." Photo provided.

Entertainment September 11, 2015

MSO Presents the World Premier of Joe Deninzon’s “Dream Diary” Sept 19

By: Tracy Dishman— “Dream Diary: Concerto for 7-String Electric Violin and Orchestra” Hailed by critics as “The Jimi Hendrix of the Violin,” Joe Deninzon will be performing his seven-string electric violin concerto with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, September 19, at 4:00PM. This performance takes place in Sursa Hall on the campus of Ball State University. Sursa Hall is located at 1809 W. Riverside Ave., in Muncie, IN. For ticket info, please call the Emens Box Office at 765-285-1539. A…

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Intranet project's homepage on Sept. 11th, 2001

Positivity September 11, 2015

Muncie Journal Publisher Reflects on Sept 11, 2001

By: Mike Rhodes— Hi. My name is Mike Rhodes and I am the Publisher and Managing Editor for the Muncie Journal. Thank you for being here. I know everyone has strong, vivid memories of September 11th. You probably remember exactly what you were doing when you heard the news. And saw the images. I’d like to share my memory of Sept. 11th with you, since this new Muncie Journal website initiative is very similar to what I professionally experienced back in 2001….

Weidner Center Rendering. Photo provided.

Education September 10, 2015

$1 Million Gift to Ball State Elevates Residential Property Management Program

By: Marc Ransford— Ball State University unveiled today its Weidner Center for Residential Property Management, thanks to a $1 million gift from one of the largest apartment owners in the United States. Dean Weidner, owner of Weidner Apartment Homes, wants his gift to elevate Ball State’s residential property management (RPM) program to national status. The donation will help expand the program, which includes establishing the center. Located on the first floor of the renovated Applied Technology Building, the Weidner Center features interview rooms, a…

Who planted these flowers? Photo: Mike Rhodes

Business September 9, 2015

Mayor Dennis Tyler Update on What’s Happening in Muncie-Sept 8th Edition

Mayor Dennis Tyler stops by WLBC once a month to talk about the City of Muncie with Steve Lindell. In this interview, Mayor Tyler discussed: Past Labor Day activities, car show, Prairie Creek schedules, pontoon removals, Regional Cities initiative plans and grants, flowers next to City Hall, downtown hotel, Wheeling Avenue street milling and more.   Click below to listen. (6:52)      

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Non-Profit September 8, 2015

“Dine for Cornerstone” Throughout September

By: Jessie Irwin— Cornerstone Center for the Arts invites you to “Dine for Cornerstone” at area restaurants throughout the month of September. Dining at local businesses in support of Cornerstone is an easy and fun way to support the organization’s programming, specifically the low-cost arts classes provided for children and families. Restaurants participating in this month-long fundraiser include: Chili’s Bar & Grill, Let’s Spoon Frozen Yogurt, Texas Roadhouse, and The Wedge Artisan Grilled Cheese. Each restaurant will donate a portion…

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Business September 8, 2015

Business Consulting Services Available In Downtown Muncie

By: Christy Ragle— The services of the East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) are now available in downtown Muncie. The Downtown Business Connector (DBC) is partnering with the East Central ISBDC to offer no-cost, confidential business consulting services to area small businesses. Starting September 15, the East Central ISBDC will have a business advisor at the Downtown Business Connector from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. every Tuesday. The advisors will be able to meet informally and also by…

Ivy Tech Campus on Cowan Road, Muncie

Education September 8, 2015

Ivy Tech Community College to Hold Local Go Ivy Day Events

By: Shawn Carmichael— Ivy Tech Community College East Central region will be holding Go Ivy Day events on September 15 at the Carnegie Library and on September 30 at the Kennedy Library, and on September 17 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 Carnegie Library September 15 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 301 E….

ECI Regional Cities Development Plan

Business September 4, 2015

Key Roles in ECI Regional Cities Plan

By: Terry Murphy— TALENT ATTRACTION, RETENTION, DEVELOPMENT, AND QUALITY OF LIFE PLAY KEY ROLES IN ECI REGIONAL CITIES PLAN Population stagnation and the loss of talent are critical issues that have faced East Central Indiana and the state of Indiana for decades. The Regional Cities Initiative is an opportunity for regions within the State of Indiana to collaborate, identify projects, and put together regional solutions to quality of life issues that directly relate to the attraction and retention of talent….

Doktor Kaboom! Photo provided.

Entertainment September 4, 2015

Electricity Tour, Live Wire Coming to Emens with Doktor Kaboom

By: Kristi Chambers—  Nothing says scientific discovery quite like “kaboom.” Get ready for a hilarious hour of electrical entertainment with Doktor Kaboom, coming to Emens Auditorium on Saturday, September 12 at 4 p.m. Though a “one-man show,” Doktor Kaboom asks for audience help in this fun, and funny, exploration of electricity. Co-commissioned by the Kennedy Center, LIVE WIRE! The Electricity Tour is premiering in Washington, DC, in September 2014. Doktor Kaboom will explore the fundamentals of electrical energy and the…