Editor’s note: This is the second of a three part series on housing in Muncie and Delaware County. By John Fallon and Steve Slavin— MUNCIE, IN—We believe strongly that the housing needle in our community needs to be moved. Further, we think that there is some urgency for this and that we need to do this aggressively. The natural forces of the local housing market will not resolve our housing dilemma by themselves…at least not anytime soon. In fact, we…
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By Stacey Shannon— MUNCIE, IN—Editor’s note: The Future Leaders of America series profiles high school seniors who display leadership qualities in their school and the community. The series is brought to you by Pridemark Construction. For Wes-Del High School senior Avery Townsend, volleyball has been a big part of her high school career. Along with playing the sport at her school, she also played club volleyball through Munciana. And this past year, she and her school volleyball team won the…
By Corey Ohlenkamp — FORT WAYNE, IN – Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) granted $126,000 to 11 organizations and communities to help boost job growth and enhance local economies. I&M awarded grants to assist economic development activities across the area that I&M serves with two important programs to support and heighten the economic health of their communities. Property Development Grants help identify and prepare properties for future business and industrial uses. Initiatives Grants help economic development organizations launch new programs that…
Editor’s note: This is the first of a three part series on housing in Muncie and Delaware County. By Steve Slavin and John Fallon— MUNCIE, IN—The term ‘housing bubble’ is often used to describe rapid increases in real estate prices and demand within a context of limited supply. This figure of speech is prominent in the media and shows up as the housing market ebbs and flows over time. And while the notion rolls off the tongue with ease, it is…
MUNCIE, IN—Woof Boom Radio LLC, headquartered in Muncie, Indiana has an immediate opening for a full time, on-air position. This position will be located inside our building(s), on the number one station in the market. You will host, interact with listeners as well as community members, and have Producer responsibilities on other Woof Boom Radio station(s). Commercial writing and production is also a key component of the job, as are remote broadcasts and public appearances. Position Requirements Minimum 5 years,…
By Ben Polk— MUNCIE, IN—PrimeTrust Federal Union, serving Delaware County, Indiana, is proud to announce Tim Pierce as its new president and chief executive officer, effective January 17, 2023. Pierce’s career includes Indirect Lending Manager at TCU, Vice President of Operations at Afena, Regional Sales Rep with CUDL, Vice President of Operations and Lending at Ball State Credit Union, and most recently Assistant Vice President of Compliance and Education at the Indiana Credit Union League. At the League, Pierce’s primary…
By Northwest— MUNCIE, IN— Northwest Bank, a full-service financial institution offering a complete line of business and personal banking products, aims to help customers achieve their financial goals and prepare for what’s next through their online Financial Wellness Center, particularly in the month of January in honor of National Financial Wellness Month. Northwest Bank’s Financial Wellness Center supports consumers on their journey to financial wellness and provides educational articles on a variety of key financial wellness topics such as credit and…
By Joe Loughmiller— American Water Charitable Foundation grant will support new interactive water exhibit. MUNCIE, IN— Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, and the American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF) today announced it has awarded the Muncie Children’s Museum a State Strategic Grant of $20,000 to help build a new water exhibit at the museum. The project includes incorporating interactive educational activities that explore the White River and local water resources and their significance in East Central Indiana. “We’re…
By Ted A. Baker, CEO/Executive Director, Muncie Innovation Connector— MUNCIE, IN—After a successful initiative last year, Celebrating Entrepreneurs in 2022, the Innovation Connector has chosen a new theme for 2023: Empowering Entrepreneurs in 2023. While we will continue celebrating entrepreneurs, we believe the next step is to provide opportunities for entrepreneurs and business owners to be empowered – to learn, collaborate, and share their knowledge with others. As I have expressed in prior articles, one key trait of a successful…
By Joseph Loughmiller— Grants Available to Community Projects in Company’s Service Areas. GREENWOOD, IN – Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, is now accepting applications for its 2023 Environmental Grant Program. “Indiana American Water is committed to providing our customers with clean, safe, reliable water service and protecting our environment and our water sources,” said Indiana American Water President Matt Prine. “Everyone plays a role in protecting our nation’s…