Articles by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment July 6, 2015

Thousands Attend Muncie’s “Set the Night to Music”

By: Steve Lindell— Muncie marked two major milestones—the 150th anniversary of the city and America’s Independence Day—with a spectacular fireworks performance by the world renowned Fireworks by Grucci on July 4th at the Muncie Central grounds. The annual Set the Night to Music July 4th display is supported annually by Woof Boom Radio stations, 104.9 WERK-FM, 104.1 WLBC, 93.5 MAX, and 102.9 FM and 1340 AM Fox Sports Radio. Attendees were treated to incredible pyrotechnical patterns including “USA” Alpha-Grucci shells, happy faces,…

Business July 4, 2015

Ameriana Bancorp To Merge With First Merchants Corporation

First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ: FRME) and Ameriana Bancorp (NASDAQ: ASBI) announced they have executed a definitive agreement whereby Ameriana Bancorp will merge with and into First Merchants Corporation, and its wholly owned bank subsidiary, Ameriana Bank, will merge with and into First Merchants Bank, NA. The merger agreement provides that shareholders of Ameriana Bancorp will have the right to exchange each Ameriana Bancorp common share held for 0.9037 shares of First Merchants’ common stock. Based on the closing price of…

Positivity July 3, 2015

Bringing a Positive Outlook to the Community Is a Choice

By: Steve Lindell— Muncie, IN—Radio, when done well, is alive and thriving. I am so proud to work for Woof Boom Radio. Our core values are directed at helping listeners and businesses thrive, and to that end I have long since adopted a personal policy structure that fits directly into that mold. I believe that people have choices – all the time. One choice is to be positive, or negative. You fall into one of those categories – it is human…

Entertainment July 2, 2015

Quick Tip for Sharper Smartphone Holiday Photos

By Mike Rhodes Does it seem like your smartphone photos are less sharp than they used to be? Have you been thinking you need a new phone so your pictures are better? You probably do not need a new phone for better, sharper pictures. You just need to clean the camera lens on your phone. Think about it. Have you EVER cleaned your smartphone camera’s lens? If you haven’t, try this. Turn your smartphone over and look at the phone’s camera…

Business July 1, 2015

Woof Boom Radio Launches a Brand New FREE Digital Publication: The Muncie Journal

By: J Chapman, President, Woof Boom Radio, Inc.— Muncie, IN—Muncie Journal.com launched July 1, 2015 and will have a different tone than that of other current community news outlets. The stories will be free for the community to access and will primarily focus on the following areas: (1) Education (2) Economic Development and (3) Quality of Life. Muncie Journal will strive to include the good things that are happening with businesses and non-profits within Delaware County. Many community leaders have been…

Education June 30, 2015

Principal Chris Conley Gives Overview of the “University of Delta High School.”

The Muncie Journal recently met with Chris Conley, Principal of Delta High School to find out more about the “University of Delta High School” program. Muncie Journal: What is the University of Delta High School program and how did that get started? Chris Conley: Our early college program here at Delta High School is called the “University of Delta High School.” About three years ago we got involved with a group from the University of Indianapolis who sponsors early college. We’ve had…

Surgery Residents at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital

Health, Non-Profit June 30, 2015

IU School of Medicine Surgery Rotation Comes to IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital

Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the Graduate Medical Education Program will host IU School of Medicine (IUSM) surgery residents for a Surgery Rotation starting July 1, 2015. IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is the only location in the state outside of Indianapolis selected to host the month-long elective rotation for IUSM surgery residents. “It is a great opportunity to host surgical residents from the IU School of Medicine here at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital,”…

Business June 30, 2015

Ontario Systems Named One Of Top 100 “Best Places To Work” By Indiana Chamber

Ontario Systems, a leading receivables management technology and services provider, reacted publicly to its inclusion among the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s “Best Places to Work in Indiana”, crediting its staff and You-Powered Talent Credo for the honor. “We have been very intentional about creating an environment in which our team can do their best work serving our clients. Everything we do at Ontario Systems starts and ends with the innovation, talent and spirit of service from our dedicated team of…

Business June 29, 2015

Farmhouse Creative Receives EDGE Award

Farmhouse Creative has been presented with the annual Economic Development and Growth Through Entrepreneurship (EDGE) Award. Presented by the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC), The EDGE awards are given to businesses who receive no-cost counseling from the organization and utilize these resources to maximize their ability to grow their business in Indiana. The EDGE award ceremony concluded the Igniting Indiana Entrepreneurship Week in Indiana. During a program on June 19th, Farmhouse Creative won in the Established Business category. Angie Rogers-Howell started Farmhouse Creative with her final paycheck to fund…

Try out a 3D printer at Muncie Public Library

Non-Profit June 24, 2015

Free, Creative High-Tech Options Abound at Muncie Public Library

Ready? Set? Create! The Muncie Public Library has fully embraced digital technology in some new and exciting ways. All you need is your library card to take advantage of these unique and creative services. Here are a few of the neat and exciting things you can borrow or create at the library, simply by having and using your MPL library card: Borrow an Internet Hot Spot for Free with your Library Card to Use at Home Do you have a MPL library…

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