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Government April 25, 2018

Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler Presents 2018 State Of The City Address

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN—Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler presented his annual State of the City Address at a breakfast held at the Horizon Convention Center on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. The major theme of the Mayor’s presentation was: “Moving Forward With People, Places, Partnerships and Possibilities.” Kamrein Jackson, Muncie Boys & Girls Club “Youth of the Year” was emcee for the event. Mayor Tyler kicked-off his presentation with a newly produced video featuring the history and positive attributes of Muncie. The video depicted how the community keeps moving forward. The video was produced by Roger Overbey, written by Terry Whitt…

Government, Non-Profit April 23, 2018

Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year to Emcee Mayor’s State of The City Breakfast

By: Brandon Coppernoll— Muncie, IN—Two-time Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Club Youth of the Year, Kamrein Jackson, will emcee the Mayor’s State of the City address at 7:30 a.m. April 25. Jackson, 16, a Central High School sophomore, told his own inspiring story at the Club’s annual Great Futures Luncheon in January. “I’ve been judged for my hair, my clothes, and for the color of my skin,” he said. “I’ve been judged and told I couldn’t. I want to be that person that everybody looks at and says, ‘here’s a young man who can.’” Jackson will represent Muncie at…

Business April 12, 2018

AAF ECI Holds 2018 American Advertising Awards

By: The American Advertising Federation of East Central Indiana— Muncie, IN—The American Advertising Federation of East Central Indiana (AAF ECI) held its annual awards gala, the American Advertising Awards (ADDYs), on March 2, 2018. The gala honored advertising and creative excellence and was held at the Horizon Convention Center in Muncie, Ind. (See category winners below.) This year’s entries included local and regional television spots, as well as digital and print entries created in 2017 by advertising agencies, businesses, individuals and Ball State University students in East Central Indiana. Winners were chosen by a panel of regional advertising professionals, based on…

Non-Profit March 22, 2018

2018 VIVA Reservations Now Open

By: Terry Whitt Bailey, Chair, VIVA Committee— Muncie, IN – The Muncie Rotary Club, Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club and United Way of Delaware County would like to announce that reservations for the annual VIVA Awards, celebrating Very Important Volunteers, are now open. This year’s winners include: Dale Basham—Lifetime Achievement Oren Birt Bob and Karen Good Alberta Green Marchal Hudson Steven Knipp Paula Mangus The VIVA Awards recognize these individuals who have demonstrated the highest level of volunteer activity to serve the civic and social needs of our community. The event rewards, reinforces and inspires local volunteers to aspire to the Rotary ideal of “Service Above Self.”…

Business March 21, 2018

Chamber Presents Awards and Recognizes Leaders

By: Brenda Brumfield— Muncie, IN— The Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce honored twenty five of its members for their longevity in, and impact on, the Muncie –Delaware County community at the Chamber Champions Award Luncheon at the Horizon Convention Center on March 21. “We know that existing business is the backbone of our local economy and we want to congratulate our members when they reach a milestone in their history and do outstanding work for our community.” —Chamber of Commerce president Jay Julian The Al Rent Spirit of Muncie Award recognizes respected leaders, valued community volunteers, and role models who…

Non-Profit February 19, 2018

2018 VIVA Awards Nominations Now Open

By: Terry Whitt Bailey, Chair, V!VA Committee— Muncie, IN – The Muncie Rotary Club, Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club and United Way of Delaware County has announced that nominations for the annual V!VA Awards, celebrating Very Important Volunteers, are now open. The V!VA Award was created in 1993 as a gift to the community by the Muncie Rotary Club to recognize Delaware County’s proud volunteer heritage. The appropriately-named the “Very Important Volunteer Award” rewards, reinforces and encourages local volunteers to aspire to the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.” Up to five traditional V!VA Awards will be given to individuals who have demonstrated the highest…

Business, Government February 14, 2018

Housing Study: Muncie Needs 405 New Homes Over The Next 5 Years

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— Muncie, IN—A housing needs analysis created for the City of Muncie has revealed a need for a total of 405 new homes with developed lots for nine specific housing types over the next five years. The housing types include urban attached, urban single family, suburb attached, suburb single family, and suburb custom homes. (See link to the entire study at the bottom of this article.) The study was created by the Zanola Company, St. Louis, MO and MarketGraphics Research Group, Franklin, TN. Research resources for the study included Delaware County Assessor data, Delaware County and City…

Non-Profit February 12, 2018

LISTEN: 14th Annual Walk a Mile My Shoes

By: Steve Lindell— Muncie, IN—Hundreds attended the 14th annual Walk a Mile in My Shoes event on Saturday, Feb. 10th. The event began this year at the Horizon Convention Center, due to the damaged North Walnut Street Fieldhouse. HEAR an audio summary below with 104.1 WLBC’s Steve Lindell, interviewing the Muncie Mission’s Frank Baldwin, as he explains the purpose and importance of the event, and Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler as he shares his pride in our community. Plus, you’ll hear about an amazing individual that helped raise over $10,000 – despite the fact that she lost both of her legs…

Health February 8, 2018

Meridian’s Rialzo 2018 Theme Announced

By: Beth Clark— Muncie, IN—Meridian Health Services’ Rialzo, its annual charity gala, will have a distinctively magical feel this year designed to focus on the new Maternal Treatment Program. Beth Clark, Meridian’s Vice President of Marketing, unveiled the theme for Rialzo IX at a press conference yesterday which is, Meridian’s Magic Carpet Ride – Elevating the Maternal Treatment Program. “Styled with an Arabian Nights décor with hints of the Aladdin story in the entertainment and room design will express the beautiful elegance of the theme,” she said. Vibrant jewel tones of pink, purple, orange, teal and gold, the suggested attire,…

Business January 23, 2018

Chamber Now Accepting Nominations For Annual Awards Luncheon

By: Lindsey Sharp— Muncie, IN— The Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will honor its members for their longevity in and impact on the community at the Chamber Champions Award Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21 in the Horizon Convention Center. Over the past five years, nearly 1,000 people have joined The Chamber in recognizing almost 100 of its members with Business Longevity awards, the Al Rent Spirit of Muncie award, the Ambassador of the Year award and the Chairman’s award. Each year, The Chamber asks for the help of the community and of its members in the nomination…

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