Articles by Mike Rhodes

The Delaware County Housing Summit planning committee, from left, included Heather Williams, Traci Lutton, Erin Williamson, Nate Howard and Elizabeth Rowray. Photo provided

Non-Profit April 18, 2024

Delaware County’s First Housing Summit Starts Important Conversations

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN – It was a full house at the first ever Delaware County Housing Summit on Friday, April 5, at the Ivy Tech Fisher Building in downtown Muncie. More than 100 people attended the event to learn more about the county’s current housing situation and best practices for housing development. “I was excited to see so many different faces from across our community – developers, landlords, elected officials, and neighbors,” said Heather Williams, Associate Director in…

Government April 18, 2024

Josh Taulbee Hired as Director of Muncie Animal Care and Services

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—On Thursday, the City of Muncie announced the appointment of Joshua Taulbee as the new director of Muncie Animal Care and Services (MACS). Taulbee is a lifelong resident of Muncie, graduated from Ball State in 2015, and has worked for Delaware County for the last 7 years. He serves in multiple board positions, and has a strong background in budget and project management. “I’m passionate about serving my community,” commented Taulbee. His primary goals include building…

The Pinwheel is the symbol for Prevent Child Abuse America. Photo by Matt Howell

Government April 18, 2024

We Must Work Together to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect

April is child abuse prevention month By Eric M. Hoffman, Prosecuting Attorney— MUNCIE, IN—In his New York Times best seller, A Child Called It, author Dave Peltzer said that “childhood should be carefree, playing in the sun; not living a nightmare in the darkness of the soul.”Unfortunately, we know all too well that doesn’t always happen. A report issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services noted that in the Federal Fiscal Year 2022 in the United States,…

"Muncie Central’s Unmatched Record of Success" art sculpture. Photo provided

Education April 18, 2024

Giant Bearcat Basketball Now Displayed at Muncie Fieldhouse

By Andy Klotz— MUNCIE, IN – Mitchell Schuring has never been to the Muncie Fieldhouse. Until eight months ago, he had no idea the Muncie Central Bearcats have won more boys basketball state championships than any other school in Indiana. But that didn’t keep him from creating an impressive artistic tribute to Bearcat basketball in the form of a painted, 6-foot fiberglass basketball. The artwork, entitled “Muncie Central’s Unmatched Record of Success,” is one of 24 pieces created for “Hoosier…

WLBC's Mobile Master Command. Photo by Mike Rhodes

Business April 17, 2024

WLBC-FM Wins a NAB Crystal Radio Award for Commitment to Community Service

By Megan Orbin— LAS VEGAS, NV —Muncie’s most listened-to radio station, 104.1 FM HD1 WLBC, has been selected as a winner of the 37th annual National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Crystal Radio Award. The award recognizes radio stations nationwide for their exceptional year-round commitment to community service. “There was an established, impressive culture of service when I arrived at WLBC in the 90’s,” said Kim Morris, WLBC Midday Show Host. “Our radio family strives daily to build on that. We…

Children of the Hoover Family who live in the Kenmore neighborhood pose for a picture at Guthrie Park. Photo by Mike Rhodes with parental permission.

Non-Profit April 16, 2024

Investing in the Future: Kenmore Neighborhood Plants Trees with ARP Funds

By Kourtney McCauliff— MUNCIE, IN—One of the great amenities of Kenmore Neighborhood in northwest Muncie is our beautiful canopy of trees. If you walk through our quarter of the Magic City, you’ll notice several tree lined streets and thickly wooded lawns. Trees are a defining characteristic of Kenmore. In 2021 we had the opportunity to work with Studio 165+ for a new neighborhood logo. In a brainstorming session, the designers asked us what best defines us: “what comes to mind…

$The 2024 M.A.T.H. Bowl State Champions from West View Elementary. Photo provided$

Education April 16, 2024

Muncie’s West View Elementary M.A.T.H. Bowl Students Are State Champs

By Andy Klotz— MUNCIE, IN – The many hours of practice paid off for a group of West View Elementary students who are Indiana’s 2024 M.A.T.H. Bowl state champions. Eleven West View Elementary 4th and 5th graders beat out 117 other schools from around the state to claim the title in the Red Class, which includes all schools with up to 162 students combined in 4th and 5th grades. “I couldn’t be more proud of these students who worked very…

Entertainment April 16, 2024

Muncie’s Gregory Norris Earns First Career Victory at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at Lake Patoka

By Joe Opager, MajorLeagueFishing.com— BIRDSEYE, IN – Boater Gregory Norris of Muncie, Indiana, caught a five-bass limit weighing 19 pounds, 5 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on Lake Patoka. The tournament was the first event of the season for the BFL Hoosier Division. Norris earned $6,582, including the lucrative $2,500 Phoenix MLF Contingency Bonus, for his victory. A lab manager for a wastewater treatment plant, Norris wasn’t sure he’d even…

Mike Martin is pictured leading a class. Photo provided

Non-Profit April 15, 2024

City of Muncie and Ball State Collaboration Making a Real Impact

By Impact X— MUNCIE, IN—After two years, and four community classes, the Impact X Community Class collaboration between the City of Muncie and Ball State University is making a real impact in the Muncie community. There have been nine businesses launched after completing the class, and the Ball State University Miller College of Business is looking to possibly expand the program to the student entrepreneurship program. The program was started at The College of Charleston School of Business in Charleston,…

Non-Profit April 15, 2024

Eli Lilly Foundation Provides Matching Gift Opportunity to Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie

By Robby Tompkins, Director of Resource Development, BGC Muncie— MUNCE, IN— The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie has announced the launch of its Eli Lilly Match Campaign, running through May 31st. The Eli Lilly Foundation and the Boys & Girls Clubs Indiana Alliance have partnered together to create a lasting impact on the state of Indiana. This partnership includes a $30 million statewide grant to all 31 Boys & Girls Clubs. The campaign is an opportunity for donors to…

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