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Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce to Host Annual Meeting and Dinner

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 Business Award is presented to an individual(s) who own and/or operate a small business in the greater Muncie area. The…

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Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce and Delaware Advancement Corporation Boards Reorganize

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 hotel and parking garage. The Horizon Convention Center hosts hundreds of local and regional events every year and has continued…


Nonprofit Support Network Announces Inaugural Nonprofit Summit and Community Luncheon

By Carly Acree King— MUNCIE, IN – Nonprofit Support Network is thrilled to announce that tickets are now available for its inaugural Nonprofit Summit presented by Northwest Bank. The summit is scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Horizon Convention Center. This groundbreaking event aims to raise awareness about the Nonprofit Support Network’s invaluable work while providing access to education and professional development opportunities within the local community. The Nonprofit Summit offers a day filled with enriching sessions, informative discussions, and valuable connections. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in breakout sessions led…


Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce’s Legacy Gala Honors Jon H. Moll

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— The 2023 Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Legacy Gala was held Thursday, August 31 at the Horizon Convention Center honoring Jon H. Moll, retired attorney. Among those who paid tribute to the legacy of Mr. Moll were Mr. Stefan Anderson, Retired CEO of First Merchants Bank; Rev. Dr. Ron Naylor, Retired Pastor, First Presbyterian Church; Dr. John Worthen, Retired President of Ball State University; and Mr. Jim Williams, Attorney at DeFur Voran LLP. Nicholas Tokar, attorney at tokar.law LLC and Chairman of the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors presented the award to Moll. “As…


Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Announces Their 2023 Annual Dinner Awards

By Katy Maggart— Muncie, IN— The Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce will honor its members for their impact on our community at their Annual Meeting 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 is asking for help from the community and its members in the nomination process for four of the awards. The awards have been updated this year to keep on track with the direction and growth of the community. The awards include: Spirit of Small Business Award The Spirit of…


Muncie’s WIBU Athena Award Nominations Are Open

By Jenny Yarbrough, Board of Directors, WIBU— MUNCIE, IN—Women In Business Unlimited, WIBU, has announced nominations are open for three categories for the 2023 ATHENA Leadership Awards. Nominees for the ATHENA Leadership Award and Young Professional Award are leaders or emerging leaders who: Demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession Provide valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in their community Serve as a role model for young women both personally and professionally Nominees for the ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award are businesses and organizations that: Create an organizational culture that encourages women employees to achieve their…


A Thank You Letter to the Community From MDDP

By Will Isaacs, Board President, Muncie Downtown Development Partnership— MUNCIE, IN—Fire Up DWNTWN, held the second time on August 5th was created and organized by Muncie Downtown Development Partnership to implement an event that was unique, exciting, instill community pride and togetherness and would appeal to all demographics in our community and East Central Indiana. The event was packed with family activities and attractions, hot air balloons, musical entertainment, local artisans, food vendors, rib-eating/hot pepper eating contests and offers from downtown retailers/restaurants/bars. Our organization is humbled by the overwhelming support this event received in the past two years and of…


Nonprofit Support Network Invites Proposals for Break-out Sessions at Inaugural Nonprofit Summit

By Carly Acree King, Nonprofit Support Network— MUNCIE, IN —Nonprofit Support Network is accepting proposals for break-out sessions for its first-ever Nonprofit Summit on Wednesday, October 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 pm at Horizon Convention Center. The summit will highlight the impact of collaboration through educational sessions, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities for nonprofit professionals across the sector. “Our region is home to an incredible nonprofit sector, filled with dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to make a difference,” shared Carly Acree King, Relationship and Resource Director of Nonprofit Support Network. “They deserve access to educational opportunities and professional development that…


New Holiday Inn to Bring 50+ Jobs

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—On Thursday, May 25th, a new 105 room hotel was approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals. This was the final step to bring a new Holiday Inn Express & Suites to Muncie, located on Hometown Boulevard, near the Greg Hubler Hyundai dealership. A 2020 hotel study showed that Muncie could support at least three new hotels. “There’s definitely a need,” commented Mayor Ridenour. “There are so many conventions and events hosted in Muncie, and our hoteliers have been overbooked for years.” So far in 2022, there have been dozens of events and major conventions at…


Rialzo Raises Funds for Youth Mental and Physical Health in Local Schools

By Meridian Health Services— MUNCIE, IN– Meridian Health Services’ Rialzo, East Central Indiana’s largest charity gala, returned on Saturday, May 6 at the Horizon Convention Center in Muncie.  Seven hundred of Meridian’s greatest supporters traveled through the rabbit hole to a world of wonderment at the Alice in Wonderland-themed Rialzo XII. Rialzo will help support the dire need for increased mental and physical health services for children in local schools through Meridian’s School-Based Health Clinics. This funding comes at a time when children need it most as the nation faces a youth mental health crisis. “Rialzo truly is a purpose…