Articles by Mike Rhodes

Ball State University Department of Theatre and Dance to Present ‘CATS,’ March 20–22 at Emens Auditorium

Entertainment March 12, 2026

Ball State University Department of Theatre and Dance to Present ‘CATS,’ March 20–22 at Emens Auditorium

By Ball State Communications– MUNCIE, Indiana — Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present CATS March 20–21 at 7:30 p.m. and March 22 at 2:30 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), or by phone at 765-285-1539. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, CATSis directed and choreographed by Anne Beck, assistant professor of musical theatre and…

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George and Frances Ball Foundation Kicks Off 2026 With Major Next-Generation Investments

Non-Profit March 11, 2026

George and Frances Ball Foundation Kicks Off 2026 With Major Next-Generation Investments

By Kelsey Harrington— MUNCIE, IN—The George and Frances Ball Foundation awarded more than $300,000 to a variety of community organizations and initiatives across Muncie and Delaware County during the first quarter competitive grantmaking cycle. Many of these grants had one thing in common: they represent strategic investments in the future of important organizations in the community. As the backbone organization of Cradle to Career Muncie, the George and Frances Ball Foundation has spent six years convening cross-sector partners aligned to…

Minnetrista Welcomes Joshua Harris-Till for Community Conversations Series

Entertainment March 10, 2026

Minnetrista Welcomes Joshua Harris-Till for Community Conversations Series

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, will welcome Joshua Harris-Till for a series of community-centered programs March 14–16, 2026, offering meaningful opportunities for reflection, conversation, and connection inspired by the exhibition Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See. As a cousin of Emmett Till, Harris-Till brings a deeply personal perspective to one of the most pivotal stories in American civil rights history. Through storytelling, guided discussion, and interactive community engagement, he will share his family’s lived…

Ball Brothers Foundation Celebrates 100th Anniversary in 2026, Announces Updated Grantmaking Focus Areas

Non-Profit March 9, 2026

Ball Brothers Foundation Celebrates 100th Anniversary in 2026, Announces Updated Grantmaking Focus Areas

By Jud Fisher, President/CEO, Ball Brothers Foundation— MUNCIE, IN — Ball Brothers Foundation is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, placing it among the state—and the nation’s—oldest grantmaking foundations. The foundation was formed in 1926 to continue the philanthropic legacy of the five Ball brothers and their families, who established Ball Brothers Manufacturing Company in Muncie to produce cans, bottles, and jars. Created to exist in perpetuity, Ball Brothers Foundation has supported countless initiatives over the past 100 years that…

City of Muncie and Delaware County Present ‘State of the Community’ at Horizon Convention Center

Government March 5, 2026

City of Muncie and Delaware County Present ‘State of the Community’ at Horizon Convention Center

By Amber Greene— MUNCIE, IN — On Thursday, March 5th, Mayor Dan Ridenour and County Commissioner Stephen Brand jointly delivered a State of the Community presentation outlining recent accomplishments, ongoing partnerships, and a shared vision focused on growth, public safety, infrastructure investment, and responsible governance. The event emphasized the importance of collaboration between the city and county governments in delivering efficient services and advancing initiatives that benefit residents throughout the community. The Mayor and Commissioner highlighted continued cooperation on key…

MCS, Muncie Highlighted Nationally as Place Where Partnerships Help Students Thrive

Education March 5, 2026

MCS, Muncie Highlighted Nationally as Place Where Partnerships Help Students Thrive

By Andy Klotz— INDIANAPOLIS – Rising early literacy proficiency rates, improved attendance rates and above average graduation rates are just a few of the reasons Muncie Community Schools (MCS) has been placed in the national spotlight by StriveTogether, a network of local communities across the country working to help young people get on a path to economic mobility. StriveTogether, based in Cincinnati, leads this network in order to reverse the trend of declining economic mobility of children. With only half…

Muncie Artist Kevin Campbell’s Puzzle Project is on Display at Gordy Fine Art and Framing

Entertainment March 4, 2026

Muncie Artist Kevin Campbell’s Puzzle Project is on Display at Gordy Fine Art and Framing

By Carl Schafer, Co-Owner, Gordy Fine Art and Framing—  MUNCIE, IN—Kevin Campbell’s monumental and ever-evolving Puzzle Project is currently on view at Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company through March 28. The exhibition features several groupings from the large work, along with a composite image illustrating what the entire Puzzle Project would look like if fully assembled.  The expansive composition now includes nearly 3,000 individual pieces and would measure approximately 44’ x 48’ if fully assembled. Campbell began the Puzzle…

Yorktown Chamber Presents Community Impact Award to Lena Reid

Business March 4, 2026

Yorktown Chamber Presents Community Impact Award to Lena Reid

By Jeff Neff— MUNCIE, IN—The Yorktown, Indiana Chamber of Commerce recognized Lena Reid, Communications Manager at Destination: Muncie, with the Community Impact Award during the Chamber’s annual awards celebration in December at Westminster Village. The Community Impact Award honors individuals whose leadership, service, and dedication make a meaningful difference in the Yorktown community and surrounding region. Reid was recognized for her ongoing commitment to strengthening community connections, local storytelling, and initiatives that enhance the quality of place throughout Delaware County….

Muncie Resident Ministers to Women by Publishing Book About Hope After Abuse

Entertainment March 4, 2026

Muncie Resident Ministers to Women by Publishing Book About Hope After Abuse

By Christian Faith Publishing— MUNCIE, IN—In her book titled No Rain, No Roses, the author has compiled her story as if she is sitting at the table with you while having a cup of coffee. Cindy Bozell’s story is heartbreaking, heartwarming, humorous, and much more. The most important objective or aim of the book is to show others how she is living out her God assignment— which she believes with all her heart and soul is to minister to women…

Cardinals and Woof Boom Radio Expand Partnership to Carry 26 Ball State Baseball Games

Business March 3, 2026

Cardinals and Woof Boom Radio Expand Partnership to Carry 26 Ball State Baseball Games

By Ball State Athletics— MUNCIE, IN—Once again expanding a broadcast relationship that spans decades in East Central Indiana, Ball State Athletics has announced a new radio agreement with Woof Boom Radio that will add Cardinals baseball to the WMUN Radio lineup. Beginning Friday when the Cardinals open their Mid-American Conference schedule with the first game of a home series against Central Michigan, WMUN (92.5 FM and 1340 AM) will carry 26 games on its air, reflecting over half of Ball…