Business

By Cheryl Crowder, Downtown Development— MUNCIE, IN—Calling all creatures great and small! Bring your human DWNTWN Saturday, October 28, from 12–3 p.m. and show off their creativity. All furry, feathered, scaled, hairy, or hairless costumed friends are welcome. Humans must be leashed to their creatures. FREE to participate. 11:30 A.M. Parade line-up will begin at the County Building (Main & Walnut) 12:00 P.M. Parade starts and will proceed to Canan Commons. Judging will be held at the Canan Commons Stage….

By Katy Maggart— Muncie, IN— The Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce will honor its members for their impact on our community at their 129th Annual Meeting & Dinner on Thursday, October 26 at 5:30 p.m. at the Horizon Convention Center. Each year, the Chamber presents five prestigious awards at the Annual Dinner. The Chamber has revamped the awards this year to even better represent the community and members. The awards include: Spirit of Small Business Award The Spirit of Small…

By Stacey A. Shannon— MUNCIE, IN—First Merchants Bank is a familiar name for residents of Delaware County – as it should be since the bank recently celebrated its 130th anniversary. With locations in four states, First Merchants Bank has grown into a large corporation, yet is still headquartered right here in our backyard. However, its focus remains on being a community bank and enhancing the financial wellness of the diverse communities the bank serves. “Our focus is to stay true…

By Kara Stevenson, Indiana & Michigan Power— FORT WAYNE, IN—Cooler weather impacts more than just our wardrobe— it can also freeze one’s budget. Rising costs on necessities like gas and groceries, are increasing financial hardship for some with concerns on seasonal expenses. During October’s National Energy Awareness Month, Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) is reminding qualified customers of available payment assistance programs and other energy- saving practices to create a safe and efficient home. Payment Assistance Options I&M strives to keep…

By Stacey A. Shannon— MUNCIE, IN—First Merchants Bank is a familiar name for residents of Delaware County – as it should be since the bank recently celebrated its 130th anniversary. With locations in four states, First Merchants Bank has grown into a large corporation, yet is still headquartered right here in our backyard. However, its focus remains on being a community bank and enhancing the financial wellness of the diverse communities the bank serves. “Our focus is to stay true…

By Innovation Connector— MUNCIE, IN – Innovation Connector, Inc., a full-service entrepreneurial resource center and part of the Ontario Place Certified Technology Park, proudly announces its acquisition of TechWise Academy, LLC, a STEM education business known for its innovative approach to technology education.  This strategic merger represents a significant step forward in fulfilling the missions of both the Innovation Connector and TechWise Academy to bridge the digital divide and provide opportunities for individuals to acquire essential coding skills. By officially…

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— Today, the Delaware Advancement Corporation (“DAC”) and the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce (the “Chamber”) announced their intended joint reorganization. Since the 1980s, DAC has been a 501(c)(3) organization governed by a single board. DAC has two distinct business divisions: (1) the Economic Development Alliance, the Local Economic Development Organization of Muncie and Delaware County, and  (2) the Horizon Convention Center. Since opening in 1988, the Horizon Convention Center has grown to include an attached…

By Ted Baker, CEO/Executive Director— MUNCIE, IN—The idea of starting a business is not new.  According to an article in Immerse Education 2023’s “A Brief History of Business and the Evolution of Business,”  “Business as we know it can be traced back 3,000 years to India and China, where companies – with structures resembling sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. At this time, they began entering into contracts and owning property, essentially setting up the basic frameworks of business that we use today.”…

 By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN – The office of Mayor Dan Ridenour and the Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts) are excited to announce the nominees for the 2023 Mayor’s Arts Awards. This will be the 5th biennial celebration recognizing the exceptional contributions made to our cultural community by individuals and organizations.  The Mayor’s Arts Awards ceremony will be Saturday, Sept. 30, at 7:30 p.m. at Southside Middle School, followed by a community party – open to all – at…