Business

By Stacey A. Shannon— MUNCIE, IN—As the world becomes more and more digitally focused, First Merchants Bank is keeping up with digital product offerings but not neglecting the most important aspect of banking: customers. While the bank has 116 locations throughout four states in the Midwest, its headquarters remains in Muncie. Attentive banking “We often use the word attentive,” said Jeff Parsons, Market President. “In the environment where everything is digital now, that can easily mean impersonal. However, we believe…

By Indiana Michigan Power— MUNCIE, IN, August 16, 2024 – Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) crews continue work on an underground power line rebuild project in Muncie. Starting Monday, August 19, Tillotson Avenue will be closed between W University Avenue and W Riverside Avenue. The closure will allow crews to safely install underground equipment. “The road closure is for one reason — safety” said Rob Keisling, I&M External Affairs manager for East-Central andNortheast Indiana. “There have already been two vehicle accidents…

By Indiana Michigan Power— FORT WAYNE— Strong to severe thunderstorms today and Friday are predicted to impact communities across Indiana Michigan Power’s (I&M) service area. These storms are expected to bring damaging winds, which may lead to downed trees, power outages, local flooding and travel problems. I&M is closely monitoring the weather and is ready to respond if needed. We are encouraging customers to review and practice what to do before, during and after a storm. “We work hard every…

Walmart’s Open Call Provides Business owners the Opportunity to become Walmart suppliers and reach millions of new customers with their U.S.-made products. By Lauren Schregardus, on behalf of Walmart— INDIANAPOLIS – Walmart is now accepting applications for its 11th annual Open Call event, inviting small business owners and entrepreneurs across the U.S. to apply for the opportunity to pitch their products to be sold on Walmart or Sam’s Club shelves or on Walmart.com and SamsClub.com. Applications are open until July 15, 2024. Open Call is…

By Scott Smalstig— MUNCIE, IN—Wine Spectator magazine, widely regarded as one of the preeminent authorities on the world of wine, announced today that Vera Mae’s restaurant of Muncie, has been granted its Award of Excellence. Vera Mae’s is the only restaurant in East Central Indiana between Indianapolis and Fort Wayne honored by Wine Spectator.  It is the first time Vera Mae’s has won the award. “Our team at Vera’s is thrilled to have been chosen to receive this special distinction,”…

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief, MuncieJournal.com— MUNCIE, IN—On Friday, June 14th, I sat down with Steve Lindell and interviewed him about his experiences in Arua, Uganda. In the audio interview below, Steve talks about why he went, and the logistics of traveling over 7,000 miles to Radio Pacis in Arua, Uganda— his final destination. In my 25 minute interview Steve talks about the challenges the people of Arua face every day: Like poverty and government corruption. Working in a multi-lingual environment,…

By Ben Polk— MUNCIE, IN— PrimeTrust held their first ever Mini-Golf Mixer fundraiser event this past Thursday. This event allowed for friendly competition between local businesses and community groups – all while supporting a local nonprofit. The Mini-Golf Mixer on June 6th at Boulder Falls Mini-Golf raised $3,565.00 for the Delaware County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) program. The funds raised will provide support to the abused and neglected children in Delaware County. “We are thrilled with the success of…