Articles by Mike Rhodes

Carlson June 10, 2016

Look Out Chubby Folks! Here Comes Active Wear!

By: John Carlson— If you are a chubby person like me, you are probably alarmed by the latest fashion trend. The big new thing is “active wear.” Active wear is that sort of sleek, colorful, sporty apparel that clings to your body like an extra epidermal layer. It shows off every bulge you’ve got, whether you’re running in a marathon, or just running to the grocery store to restock your training table with some nutritious Hostess Ding Dongs. Not that…

Business June 10, 2016

Horizon Convention Center to Host Vital Records Convention in October 2016

Muncie, IN – The Horizon Convention Center recently signed a contract to host the Indiana Vital Records Convention in October, 2016. Attendance for the two-day event is expected to be over 100 with delegates coming from most Indiana Counties. This will be the first time for the event to be held in Muncie. “On behalf of the entire city, we welcome the Indiana Vital Records Convention to the Horizon Convention Center and the city of Muncie,” said Joann McKinney, president/CEO of…

Education June 8, 2016

Muncie’s BY5 Boosts Early Education Onto Statewide Stage

By: Juli Metzger— 550 turn out from 49 counties Muncie, IN—The fate of a child may be set by the time they reach 5 years old. That statistic and getting children kindergarten-ready led the battle cry at the first ever Indiana Summit, hosted Tuesday by Muncie’s BY5 at the Horizon Convention Center. Some of the state’s most influential lawmakers and policymakers were among the more than 500 people from 49 counties to hear experts say 90 percent of the brain…

Business June 8, 2016

TWIP founder Lauren A. Koenig to Pitch to Investors at Verge Muncie Event

By: Jennifer Greene — Muncie, IN—Verge Muncie will host Lauren A. Koenig, founder and CEO of TWIP, at its next Pitch Night on June 23 from 5:30–8:30 p.m. at the Living Room in downtown Muncie. Koenig, a Chicago native and 2004 graduate of Ball State University, has worked in travel for over 10 years: The French Government before joining The International Kitchen, the leading provider of cooking vacations covering Italy, France and Spain. These travel-related business experiences led Koenig to create…

Entertainment June 8, 2016

Master Gardeners Annual Garden Walk to Be Held on Sunday

By: Marilyn Marks— This coming Sunday afternoon, June 12, is your opportunity to eyeball four stunning gardens in northeastern Delaware County, during the Master Gardeners Annual Garden Walk. Hours are from 1-5pm, admission tickets are $ 5 each and allow entry to all properties. Tickets may be purchased in advance by contacting any local Master Gardener, through the Delaware County Extension Office (765.747.7732) or the day of the event at each listed location: 6260 East CR 500 North, Albany 11014 East CR 500 North, Albany…

Business, Non-Profit June 7, 2016

PrimeTrust Federal Credit Union Works to Fight Hunger

By: Carol Bradshaw— PrimeTrust Federal Credit Union recently partnered with several local businesses to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. The promotion dubbed as “FILL A TRUCK” encouraged credit union members and community residents to donate non-perishable food items to fill a Ford F-250 truck provided by Dellen Ford of Muncie. The six week campaign was promoted by media sponsor WLBC, a division of Woof Boom Radio Group throughout the month of April and May. Donation boxes were placed at branch…

Entertainment June 6, 2016

The Muncie Symphony Orchestra Announces “Festival on the Green”

By: Jennifer Johnson— Muncie, IN – Join the Muncie Symphony Orchestra for “Festival on the Green” this Saturday, June 11th, on the lawn of the Ball State University Arts Terrace. An Arts Fair, presented by the Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MACC), will be from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm, with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra concert beginning at 7:00 pm. Inclement weather location is the Ball State Student Recreation and Wellness Center. An anticipated annual tradition, “Festival on the Green”…

Education June 6, 2016

Muncie Resident Chris Flook Authors Book, “Native Americans of East-Central Indiana”

Muncie, IN—Discover the History of East-Central Indiana’s Native American Culture in New Book Native Americans of East-Central Indiana is the newest addition to The History Press’ American Heritage Series, and is set to release on June 6, 2016. Written by local author Chris Flook, the book is the first that explores the history and archaeology of Native Americans in east-central Indiana. Native Americans lived, hunted and farmed in east-central Indiana for two thousand years before the area became a part…

Health June 6, 2016

Camp MD is a Free Camp for High School Students Interested in a Health Career

Muncie, IN – In an effort to increase the number of physicians who are underrepresented in medicine and who elect to practice in underserved, rural areas, the Northeast Indiana AHEC is proud to sponsor this free event: Camp MD – Muncie. In partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, NEI-AHEC aims to recruit, educate, and prepare Muncie area high school students for careers in the health professions. “Complementing the Northeast Indiana AHEC mission to recruit students into a health career,…

Education June 5, 2016

Muncie Community Schools and SSC Services for Education Expand Partnership

By: Ana Pichardo— Expanded partnership to offer summer internships with skilled trade professionals Muncie, IN—Muncie Community Schools and SSC Services for Education are kicking off a summer trade internship program as part of their growing partnership. Students will be selected from the Muncie Area Career Center for an 8 week paid summer internship beginning in June where they will shadow skilled trade and industry professionals in the facilities services of Muncie Community Schools. Interns will have the opportunity to grow…

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