Business

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief, MuncieJournal.com— MUNCIE, Ind.—It’s not like a national television network’s coverage of a National Football League game. But it’s close. After quietly testing out equipment and their multi-camera setup for a few weeks, Woof Boom Radio’s sports station has rolled out LIVE video streaming of Delaware County football games. Mark Foerster, program director for WXFN, Muncie’s Sports Station 102.9 FM, 1340 AM says the LIVE video streaming coverage will also include Delaware County basketball games and tournaments, too. “High School Sports live streaming has been something we’ve discussed for several years now. We’re excited to now offer…

By I&M Power— FORT WAYNE, Ind. –More than 300 Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) employees and contractors continue to restore customers in Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Ida. During the Labor Day weekend, I&M crews were able to begin restoring their first Ida-impacted customers. I&M Line workers, forestry experts, safety personnel and fleet experts areworking alongside Entergy, in Jean Lafitte, La., – which is 22 miles south of New Orleans. I&M employees and contractors are encountering a number ofchallenging conditions — flooded streets, road closures, widespread damage and debris. Along with storm related hazards, crews also need to lookout for…

By First Merchants— MUNCIE, Ind. – First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ – FRME) today announced Greg Mather as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Mather will lead all marketing operations and oversee the company’s initiative to establish a high-performing marketing sales pipeline and multi-channel customer experience. Mather brings over 20 years of marketing experience within the financial industry, serving previously as CMO for large super-regional banks throughout the Midwest and Texas. Mather’s experience in omni-channel acquisition, brand management and marketing optimization tactics align with the company’s desire to build lifelong client relationships. Mather received his bachelor’s of business administration from the…

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, Ind.—According to Vicki Veach, executive director of the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership, the White River Lofts are ready for leasing and are filling quickly. Move-ins can begin on September 3, 2021. If you or someone you know is interested in leasing you may contact Middletown Rentals for more information.    

By Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance— MUNCIE, Ind. – The Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance announced today that Calumet Paralogics, LLC, a specialty wax blending and packaging company, will expand operations in Muncie-Delaware County, Indiana. Calumet Paralogics will invest $2.7 million to add new equipment and capabilities in their current location at 301 S. Butterfield Rd. in Muncie. The investment will contribute to growth, including the addition of up to 20 new jobs at an average wage above the county average for manufacturing. Calumet currently employs 1,400 people across 12 facilities nationwide. At the request of the Economic Development Alliance, the…

By Keith Roysdon— DELAWARE COUNTY, Indiana – Muncie Power Products, founded in 1935, has acquired, through a purchase agreement executed on June 3, 2021, a former industrial building at Interstate 69 and Ind. 332, the company and the Delaware County commissioners announced. Muncie Power Products, which makes power take-offs that transfer power to hydraulic equipment — widely used in industry — will consolidate some of its operations into the building. The company will substantially expand the building at 2500 N. Priority Way, Yorktown, in the Park One/332 industrial park, adding 100,000 square feet to the existing 127,000 square-foot building and…

By Ontario Systems Communications— BURLINGTON, Mass.— Ontario Systems, a leading provider of enterprise workflow automation software—which accelerates revenue recovery and removes friction from the payments process for clients in the accounts receivable management (ARM), healthcare, and government markets—is pleased to officially announce the appointment of Raj Sethuraman as Chief Technology Officer. Sethuraman, who joined the organization in May, brings more than 25 years of industry experience, building and scaling market-leading enterprise software solutions and teams for noteworthy brands including, Wolters Kluwer Enterprise Legal Management Solutions, Entertainment Partners, Intuit, and Cognizant to name a few. “We are thrilled to welcome Raj to…

By: Steve Lindell— This Week in Delaware County is a radio program produced and hosted by Steve Lindell, Vice President of Programming, Host and Executive Producer of the show. This Week in Delaware County is a public affairs program, with interview topics that range from healthier living, community events, government officials, and topics that generally do not receive as much publicity as they deserve. In short, this is an audio version of Munciejournal.com. The audio below is an excerpt from This Week in Delaware County. Below you’ll hear 6th District U.S. Congressman Greg Pence talk about inflation, the infrastructure bill, COVID-19 bills, online…

By Stacey A. Shannon— Muncie, IN—Since opening in Muncie in 2006, Magna has become a solid part of the Muncie community and its economy. The company, which now comprises two buildings, continues to grow and thrive at the intersection of Cowan and Fuson Roads. Josh Koons, lead quality engineer who has been with the company for more a decade, said Magna offers lots of opportunities for employees to better themselves. He started as an intern and has worked his way up through various positions. “Magna empowers its employees to make changes in their career,” Koons said. “Magna will provide any…