Articles by Mike Rhodes

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Health August 21, 2015

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Receives American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Award

By Neil Gifford— MUNCIE, Ind.—Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment and success ensuring that stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. “With a stroke, time lost is brain lost, and this award demonstrates our commitment to ensuring patients receive care…

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Steve Robert with Holocaust survivor Eva Moses Kor. Photo provided.

Non-Profit, Positivity August 20, 2015

A GOOD Guy, Doing GREAT Things

By: Steve Lindell— He’s a quiet, unassuming guy – until you start talking to him about some of his passions, which include being a good citizen of the world, seeing the bright side of things, and helping people that need a hand. He gets fired up about all of that. Steve Robert (pronounced row-BEAR, instead of how you might think) was invited to be interviewed for Woof Boom Radio news and MuncieJournal.com for several reasons: his recent trip to Poland,…

Severe thunderstorms caused flooding in cities and towns across IN. File photo by Mike Rhodes

Government August 19, 2015

Low Interest Disaster Loans Available to Residents Following Severe Weather

By: Delaware County Indiana Emergency Management Agency— Governor Mike Pence received word that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has made available low-interest disaster loans for those who suffered flood damage in 27 counties. “June and July were difficult months for many Hoosier families and businesses,” said Governor Mike Pence. “These low-interest loans are important to help those who have suffered damage to homes, possessions, work buildings and other assets.” Residents, businesses, and non-profit organizations in the following counties are eligible…

Botsford/Swinford Halls. Photo: Ball State University

Education August 18, 2015

Ball State’s Renovated Botsford/Swinford Halls Reopen

By: Gail Werner — Step inside Ball State University’s newly renovated Botsford/Swinford Residence Halls, and you’ll immediately notice sunlit lounges, contemporary furnishings and modern aesthetics. But a closer look reveals how the $35.7-million structure has been reimagined with eco-conscious millennials in mind. “Today’s students care about the social and environmental impact they’ll have on the world, ” said Alan Hargrave, director of housing and residence life. “Those feelings extend to their attitudes about where they’re going to live.” Features such as revolving doors,…

Craig, Anna and Elianor beside their new neighborhood "little free library."

Education, Entertainment August 16, 2015

Muncie Family Builds a Curbside “Little Free Library” in Johnson Woods Addition

By: Mike Rhodes— Early Saturday morning, August 15th, there was something “a buzz” in a Johnson Woods neighborhood near Storer Elementary School. Not that there was anything unusual about that. Craig Priebe, an accomplished carpenter, could often be heard working on a new carpentry project outside his home. By the end of the day, his newest project was finished and residents in the neighborhood eagerly stopped by to take a peek at Craig’s new handiwork. Craig had built and installed a Little Free Library…

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Education August 16, 2015

High School Football Preview—Muncie Central, Yorktown and Delta

Mark Foerster, Sports Director for 102.9 FM & 1340 AM, WXFN Fox Sports Radio, recently interviewed  the football coaches at Muncie Central HS, Yorktown HS and Delta HS to review the upcoming football season. You can watch the video interviews for each school at the links below. Muncie Central High School Yorktown High School Delta High School Video productions by: Mark Foerster    

Katy Wallace and Noah Kinghorn

Education, Non-Profit August 16, 2015

Community Foundation Announces Scholarships

By: Eunice Whitlock—  J Scholarship Awarded The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc., has announced that Noah Kinghorn is the recipient of the 2015 J Scholarship. Kinghorn is a 2014 graduate of Yorktown High School and is currently a sophomore majoring in accounting at Ball State University. He is the son of Tom and Nichole Kinghorn. This scholarship is awarded to a student from a county high school in Delaware County who is interested in obtaining a business degree…

Cover-Tek staff outside their building at 926 W. Main St., Muncie

Business, Health August 14, 2015

Cover-Tek Celebrates Two Years of Growth in Muncie

By: Melanie Howe— In 1986, Cover-Tek opened its doors for blood work, and corporate drug and alcohol testing. Thirty years later, they’ve expanded to offer comprehensive health and wellness screenings to both corporate and private entities, as well as immunizations, safety training, and DNA paternity testing. When the opportunity to expand arose, Cover-Tek looked no further than Muncie, Indiana. Over the past two years, Cover-Tek has thrived in Muncie’s Old West End, serving as a decisive community partner. Cover-Tek celebrates…

Coldwell Banker Lunsford open house at their new facility in downtown Muncie

Business August 12, 2015

Coldwell Banker Lunsford Opens Doors to Beautiful New Downtown Facility

By: Mike Rhodes— Coldwell Banker Lunsford held a public open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning, August 12th, to allow the public to see and tour their new offices at 400 N High St #110, in downtown Muncie. As soon as visitors step inside the new offices and pass through the glass doors of the atrium, they are greeted with highly functional, warm surroundings and a great deal of high-end technology. Beautiful and varied works of art adorn the offices…