Articles by Mike Rhodes

IC Executive Director, Ted Baker Elected to the NBIA Board of Directors

Business, Non-Profit July 21, 2015

Innovation Connector Executive Director, Ted Baker Elected to NBIA Board of Directors

The National Business Incubation Association (NBIA), an international non-profit organization and global advocate for stakeholders within entrepreneur-driven economic ecosystems, recently completed its board elections, and five new board members were elected to three-year terms. NBIA’s board of directors is comprised of 15 members who are elected by other members. The newly elected board members will begin their term October 1, 2015. An NBIA member since 2010, Ted Baker is in his fifth year as CEO and Executive Director of the Muncie Innovation Connector, a technology incubator and…

Female competitors performing WOD 1 Cluster ladder during Downtown Throwdown II.

Business, Health, Misc July 20, 2015

2nd Annual Downtown Throwdown CrossFit Competition Celebrates Fitness

Photos and story by: Lorri Markum— The 100 block of Walnut Street in Muncie became the proving ground for the area’s top CrossFit athletes this past Saturday during the Second Annual Downtown Throwdown CrossFit Competition, hosted by The Arsenal. Drawing 33 athletic teams from Bloomington, South Bend, and other surrounding areas, the event kicked off at 9 a.m. and finished at 4 p.m. Three workout divisions by both male, and female teams, as well as co-ed teams competed. Three separate…

Health, Non-Profit July 19, 2015

IU Health Blackford Hospital Wins Nation’s Most Wired Award

By: Lucy Harcourt Indiana University Health Blackford Hospital recently earned the 2015 National Most Wired Hospital recognition for the second year in a row. IU Health Blackford Hospital continues to provide phenomenal techniques by joining technology with patient engagement. Hospitals and Health Networks sponsor the annual Most Wired Survey, which is an industry-standard benchmark study that has been around for more than 15 years. “The Most Wired organizations exemplify progress through innovation so, I am extremely honored that IU Health Blackford Hospital has…

Entertainment July 17, 2015

Photo Gallery: Clydesdales at Scheumann Stadium

Photos by Mike Rhodes, Lorri Markum and Nancy Lindell— MUNCIE, IN—The Ball State athletic department, in conjunction with corporate partner Terrance Smith Distributing, Inc., welcomed the world-renowned Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales to Scheumann Stadium on Thursday, July 16, 2015. Hundreds of people lined up to watch these beautiful animals. If you didn’t get a chance to see the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales at Scheumann Stadium, you have another chance! They will be at Hoosier Park, Friday July 17, 2015 beginning at 5 p.m. MAX Classic…

Education, Non-Profit July 16, 2015

Yorktown Lions Club Scholarships Awarded

The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, Inc., has announced that Ryan Morrow and Ryan D. Seymour are the 2015 recipients of the Yorktown Lions Club, Inc. Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to Yorktown High School graduates who maintain an 8.0/12.0 GPA and display good citizenship. Morrow plans to study mechanical engineering at Trine University. He is the son of Rodney and Andrea Morrow. Seymour plans to study aquatic biology and fisheries at Ball State University. He is the…

Entertainment, Misc July 15, 2015

Cards and Clydesdales Family Movie Night

The Ball State athletic department, in conjunction with corporate partner Terrance Smith Distributing, Inc., is proud to welcome the world-renowned Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales to Scheumann Stadium on Thursday, July 16th. In addition, Remember the Titans will be shown on a giant screen creating a fun, free, family event – Cards and Clydesdales Family Movie Night! The Clydesdales will be available for viewing from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with the movie slated to begin around 8 p.m. Concessions will be available…

Business July 14, 2015

Steve Baule is New Superintendent of Muncie Community Schools

By: Danielle Jones Steve Baule, new Superintendent of Muncie Community Schools officially began in office July1st. Baule was appointed new Superintendent of Muncie Community Schools in April. Baule says he has been working very hard since students have been out of school. “I have been spending time meeting with the administrative team, board members, as well as city and county and community officials to hear from them what their concerns are and suggestions they may have of things they would like to see changed…

Business, Education, Non-Profit July 11, 2015

Regional Summit 2 to be Held July 28th

Regional Summit 2 will be held Tuesday, July 28, from 6-8 pm, at the Horizon Convention Center, 401 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305. This meeting is the follow-up to the Regional Summit. You can help shape the vision of the ADVANCE Region. Hear an update on the progress of the Regional Development Plan and share your views on our community’s strategic direction. Don’t miss your chance to help move our community forward! The Regional Summit 2 is an event for anyone who cares about…

Business July 9, 2015

Delaware County Fair Board Dedicates Building to Dr. John Wright

By Mark DiFabio— The Delaware County Fair Board recently dedicated the former Future Farmers building to longtime educator and 4-H leader Dr. John Wright. The board recently spent a Saturday to remodel the area into a picnic pavilion complete with tables for fair goers. “John had a big influence on the youth in this area and it was the fair board’s way of thanking him for his lifetime of service to them and the 4-H community,” said fair board president…

Education July 8, 2015

David Haynes Earns Grant for Summertime “Break My Bones” Film Shoot

By Lisa Renze-Rhodes— Muncie, IN—From August through May, David Haynes spends his days coaching Indiana Academy students in creative writing and literature classes, sharing tips on character development and discerning plot tropes or an author’s intent. At night, Haynes returns home to his four children and his wife, Megan, as the two team up to attack typical evening events in a home filled with young kids: dinnertime, baths, teeth-brushing, story time, hugs and kisses. And somewhere between listening to his…

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