Articles by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment September 20, 2024

Ball State University’s David Owsley Museum of Art Presents the Art of Elizabeth Catlett

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana – The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University will showcase The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis from Sept. 19–Dec. 20, 2024. The exhibition features works from the collection of Dr. Samella Lewis (1923–2022), a renowned artist, educator, and author who was professor emerita of art history at Scripps College in Claremont, Calif. Dr. Lewis, a student of Ms. Catlett’s in the 1940s, was mentored by her, and the two maintained a lifelong friendship. Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), a sculptor and printmaker, is recognized as one of…

Government September 20, 2024

League of Women Voters Offers Free ‘Citizens Handbook’ to Empower Voters

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN—The League of Women Voters of Indiana has published a “Citizens Handbook” to help citizens be better informed about their rights and responsibilities in the United States. The free handbook is available online – in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Copies of the handbook also are available from all Muncie Public Library branches. “Indiana’s voter turnout is concerning and is a major reason for the development of the handbook,” said Linda Hanson, president of the Indiana League of Women Voters and spokesperson for the Muncie-Delaware County League. “We want to use the handbook to expand civic…

Business September 19, 2024

‘Engage East Central Indiana’ Event: Business Leaders Say Economic Development-Wise, ‘Indiana is on Fire’

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief, MuncieJournal.com— MUNCIE, IN—Tuesday’s Engage Indiana event in Muncie focused on the unique challenges and distinct opportunities for growth of Muncie and the entire East Central Indiana region. The event was created by the Indianapolis Business Journal, IBJ Media and Inside Indiana Business and was part of their Engage Indiana series, which began in 2016. Nathan Felton, CEO of IBJ Media said Tuesday’s event was the first to be held in East Central Indiana. He said the series is traveling to nine locations around the state this year. Early in the program, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour shared what…

Non-Profit September 18, 2024

Why We’re Optimistic About the Future of East Central Indiana

By Jud Fisher— MUNCIE, IN—For over a century, East Central Indiana’s identity was rooted in manufacturing—iconic names like Ball and General Motors defined our region. Glass jars, auto batteries, headlamps, and transmissions were the backbone of our economy. However, over the past two decades there’s been a shift away from heavy manufacturing, tasking our region to dig deep to redefine itself. As we look ahead, I’m filled with optimism about the future of Muncie, Delaware County, and all of East Central Indiana—and here’s why. The Impact of READI The Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s READI 1.0 and READI 2.0 programs have…

Education September 17, 2024

Ball State Professor Emeritus Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Teach in Slovenia

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN – Dr. Dom Caristi, professor emeritus of media at Ball State University, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award in Media and Journalism to teach in Slovenia during the 2024-25 academic year. Dr. Caristi will share his expertise with students during the Spring semester in the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ljubljana, one of Slovenia’s oldest and largest higher education institutions. “Part of the idea of an exchange is that, yes, I’m going to teach—but I’m also going to come back with an expanded view of the world and share…

Entertainment September 17, 2024

Free Program Celebrating the U.S. Constitution to be Held at Kennedy Library

By Genet Soule— MUNCIE, IN—Please join the Paul Revere Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Muncie Public Library (MPL) as we celebrate the foundation of America – the U.S. Constitution. When: Thursday, September 19, 6 p.m. Where: Kennedy Public Library 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie What: A Celebration of the 237th Anniversary of the Constitution – “The Constitution in Black and White.” Program Come join us for an enlightening evening featuring a presentation by BSU Political Science Professor Dr. Darren Wheeler who will delve into The Constitution in Black & White. Interpreting the Constitution should be easy, right? It’s all…

Business September 16, 2024

‘Engage East Central Indiana’ Regional Event to Take Place at Horizon Convention Center on September 17

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Engage Indiana events take place in every region of the state, and on Tuesday it will be Muncie’s turn to shine a light on all things important to our community. The Engage Indiana event in Muncie will focus on our communities unique challenges and distinct opportunities for growth. Thought leaders from our community will discuss programs designed to help our community thrive. From talent attraction and retention to education and economic development, the event’s speakers, moderators and local panelists will discuss topics that matter most to Muncie. The event will take place at the Horizon…

Government September 15, 2024

National Voter Registration Day Set for Sept. 17

By Sheryl Swingley— MUNCIE, IN—Because National Voter Registration Day is Sept. 17, the League of Women Voters of Muncie-Delaware County encourages all citizens to check to make sure they are registered to vote by going to VOTE411.org, an award-winning website the national headquarters of the League of Women Voters supports. If citizens discover they are not registered to vote, they can register to vote on VOTE411.org. If a person wants to register in person, the Muncie-Delaware County League will register people to vote from noon to 7 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Kennedy Branch Library. Citizens also can go to the Delaware…

Entertainment September 13, 2024

Sybarite5 to Perform Free Concert at Canan Commons in Muncie

By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN–Acclaimed chamber music group SYBARITE5 will be performing in a FREE outdoor concert as part of the 2024 Muncie Three Trails Music Series. The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 14th at Canan Commons (500 S. Walnut St.) in the heart of downtown Muncie, IN. The Ball State University Jazz Orchestra will open the show. In today’s turbulent modern world, we need to come together more. Diversity is a strength and chamber quintet SYBARITE5 is known for bridging genre gaps to bring unexpected musical combinations together to create unique, dynamic, and intoxicating…

Non-Profit September 12, 2024

Muncie’s White River Cleanup Invites All to Volunteer

By Augusta Isley— MUNCIE, IN—Since 2006, Muncie-Delaware Clean & Beautiful and the Muncie Sanitary District have rallied over 5,000 volunteers to eliminate 150,000 pounds of trash (including over 950 tires) from the White River. This Saturday, September 14, volunteers are invited to gather at West Side Park in Muncie to continue the tradition of beautifying the river. Families, student clubs, workplaces, churches, and other organizations are encouraged to volunteer together. The event is from 8 a.m. to noon. Please remember the following information for the river cleanup event: On-site check-in via your mobile device starts at 7:45 am at Muncie’s…

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