Articles by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment July 5, 2016

NYC Surf Rockers “High Waisted” to Play at Be Here Now July 9th

Muncie, IN—NYC’s favorite surf rock band High Waisted hit the road on an American tour in support of their their debut LP, On Ludlow. Named “best party band” by GQ and “buzz band to watch” by NME Magazine, High Waisted’s boisterous set lives up to their name. The band has become a lower east side cult fave and lead singer Jessica Louise Dye is recognized for her wild style, off and on stage. The band just released two music videos,…

Non-Profit June 29, 2016

Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay Torchbearer Names Announced

Indianapolis, IN— Lt. Governor Eric Holcomb today unveiled the names of more than 2,000 Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay torchbearers during a press conference at the Indiana Statehouse. “The 2,000 plus Hoosiers selected as torchbearers embody the Indiana traditions of service, civic pride, community involvement and volunteerism,” said Lt. Governor Holcomb. “As we reflect on Indiana’s first two hundred years, it is only fitting that we celebrate Hoosiers who serve as inspirations in their communities.” Dale Basham, one of Delaware County’s torchbearers, was…

Business June 28, 2016

Madjax Maker Force Announces First Set of Tenants

MUNCIE, In – Madjax, the Muncie Maker Force, has released its first set of commercial tenants – Tribune Showprint and The Guardian Brewing Company. Tribune Showprint is currently open for business in the space, located at Madison and Jackson streets in downtown Muncie. The Guardian Brewing Company is scheduled to move into the makerspace later this year. Tribune Showprint is the oldest continuously operating print shop in the country and has recently relocated from Fowler, Ind. to Madjax in Muncie,…

Entertainment, Health June 28, 2016

Fireworks Laws and Safety Tips Hoosiers Need to Know

By: Indiana Department of Homeland Security— Fireworks season has arrived, and the State Fire Marshal is reminding all Hoosiers to be mindful of fireworks laws when celebrating this summer. “Fireworks can be very entertaining to watch, but there are laws in place that are often overlooked when it comes to their usage,” said State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson. “We want for everyone to enjoy their summer, but we also want them to do so responsibly.” Hoosiers should remember the following laws…

Education, Entertainment June 28, 2016

Create Stunning Stained Glass Jewelry with Glass Workshop at Minnetrista

Muncie, IN—Create a stunning jewelry piece, embellished with tinned wire, at Glass Workshop: Stained Glass Jewelry on Thursday, July 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. During this exciting workshop, you will learn to cut, grind, and solder from a vibrant selection of colored glass of your choosing. “Let your artistic side sparkle with stained glass jewelry,” said Educator Karen Nickel. “Select from a variety of colored glass to create a mini-stained glass masterpiece of art to wear. Everything you’ll need…

Education, Non-Profit June 28, 2016

First Youth Leadership Boot Camp Was Successful

Muncie, IN —Diplomacy, collaboration and networking were pegged as important attributes for some of Muncie’s most engaged community leaders, as they closed out a weeklong Youth Leadership Boot Camp Friday. Twenty-five students, grades 8-12, attended the weeklong residential program on the campus of Ball State University. The Boys & Girls Club of Muncie in partnership with Champions for a Safe Community and Ball State University, Office of Community Engagement which sponsored the clinic, which focused on everything from public speaking,…

Business June 27, 2016

Area Companies Receive Entrepreneurship Awards

By: Christy Ragle— Two area businesses recently received Entrepreneurship Awards from the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC). A & P Quality Home Care won in the Emerging Business category, while LEAP Managed IT won in the Established Business category. The awards program was part of Indiana’s Entrepreneurship Week and took place in the Dallara Indy Car Factory in Speedway. Indiana Lieutenant Governor, Eric Holcomb, and the State Director of the ISBDC, Jane Rich, were among the featured speakers at the…

Business, Non-Profit June 25, 2016

Muncie IT Firm Announces Inaugural “Website Thru The Nite Challenge”

By: Casey Stanley & Ashley Runkle— Muncie Innovation Connector to host benefit for Delaware County nonprofits January 21-22, 2017 eKeeper Systems, an IT consulting firm providing comprehensive technology services to companies throughout Central Indiana, announced the first Website Thru The Nite (WTTN) challenge, calling for volunteers and nonprofit participants in Delaware County to come together at Muncie’s Innovation Connector, January 21-22, 2017. The challenge will bring technical volunteers with web development experience to the table at Muncie’s Innovation Connector, where…

Carlson June 24, 2016

Taking a Wok on the Culinary Wild Side

By: John Carlson— A beautiful new day of health and self-confidence has dawned for me, all without even buying a bunch of Richard Simmons’ workout videos, let alone actually watching one. What I bought, instead, is a wok. Well, my wife bought a wok, but I am taking credit for it. You see, we recently took part in a huge, four-family garage sale. What Nan did for this event was gather our sale items, clean them, price them, load them…

Business June 23, 2016

Makerspace Announces New Name and Launches Brand as Project Evolves

MUNCIE, IN— Formerly referred to as Gearbox:Muncie A Maker Hub, the makerspace project has changed its name to better fit its evolving brand. Located at the corner of Madison and Jackson Streets in DWNTWN Muncie, the creative collective will now be called Madjax, the Muncie Maker Force. Madjax will host a variety of maker, community and academic tenants. Since the inception of the project in Fall 2014, the scope of the Muncie makerspace has continued to grow exponentially. In this…

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