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‘$2 Tour of the Village’ Returns Saturday, August 24th

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE — The “$2 Tour of the Village” returns Saturday, Aug. 24, from 3 to 7 p.m., on University Avenue between Calvert and Dill Streets. Admission is free and the first 100 people through the gates will be given a $2 bill to spend on $2 items (t-shirts, goodie bags, food samples) from Village businesses. This event, now in its fifth year, is hosted by the Riverside-Normal City Neighborhood Association (RNC), the Muncie Action Plan, and Ball…

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Nominations Due August 15th for 2024 Fisher Governance Award

By Jud Fisher— MUNCIE, IN — Delaware County nonprofit organizations are invited to nominate a board member for the John W. and Janice B. Fisher Governance Award before the deadline on August 15. The award, given by Ball Brothers Foundation, recognizes the important role board members play in strategic planning and financial oversight to achieve their organization’s mission. The award recipient will receive a $10,000 grant for their organization. “With this award, Ball Brothers Foundation can honor the often unrecognized…


Six Women To Be Honored At Women’s Equality Day Program on August 26

By WaTasha Barnes Griffin— MUNCIE, IN—The Coalition of Women’s Organizations will host its 32nd annual Women’s Equality Day program at 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26, 2024 in the Muncie City Hall auditorium. The event will honor the achievements of women who fought for the right to vote and the successes of today’s community leaders. Women’s Equality Day celebrates the passage of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. The Muncie celebration will honor six local women who…


Mary’s Miles/RCM 5k Fun Run: A Community Event for Recovery and Remembrance

By Lisa Roossien— MUNCIE, IN – On Saturday, August 24th, Tuhey Park will be the setting for a special community event of healing and celebration. The Mary’s Miles / RCM 5k fun run, scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon, is not just a race but a community gathering in support of a vital local cause. Recovery Café Muncie (RCM) is a nonprofit organization in downtown Muncie that is making a huge impact on the lives of our most vulnerable community…


The Rotary Club of Muncie Endowment Fund Grant Application Deadline is August 31st

By Rotary Press Office— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Noon Rotary Club Board of Directors considers grant requests annually. The Club typically awards between $8,000-$10,000 annually to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The Board evaluates all requests as objectively as possible, consistent with the expressed priorities of the Club. Last year, grant funding was awarded to the following local nonprofit organizations: 8Twelve Coalition, Funders Forum, Habitat for Humanity, Home Savers of Delaware County, Little Red Door Cancer Agency, Muncie Children’s Museum, Muncie Civic Theatre, Second Harvest…


Indiana Black Expo Muncie Chapter Honors African American Influencers

By WaTasha Barnes Griffin— MUNCIE, IN—Indiana Black Expo Muncie Chapter Celebrated Culture, Heritage, and Community and honored contributors to African American culture, progress and achievement in Muncie-Delaware County at the Ivy Tech John and Janice Fisher Building on Thursday, July 18, 2024 during its 29th Annual Corporate Luncheon. The annual luncheon was the kick-off to the Indiana Black Expo Muncie Chapter’s annual Summer Celebration at Heekin Park, Saturday, July 19th-Sunday, July 21, 2024. This year’s theme was Educate. Empower. Elevate….


Applications for Backyard Habitat Certification Are Due July 31

Deadline nearing for submissions to Red-tail’s Growing Home™ Habitat Certification program By JoAnna Darda, Outreach Coordinator, Red-tail Land Conservancy— MUNCIE, IN – Red-tail Land Conservancy seeks individuals and organizations from east central Indiana who have naturally landscaped yards to apply for Growing Home™ Habitat Certification before the certification submission deadline on July 31. Growing Home™ is an award-winning backyard habitat program for east central Indiana from Red-tail Land Conservancy. The program is designed to empower community members to rethink how…


17th Annual Chamber/United Way Golf Classic Results Announced 

 By Kim Williams—  ANDERSON, IN—The 17th Annual Heart of Indiana United Way/Madison County Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic, presented by Community Hospital Anderson, raised over $54,000 on July 19 at Anderson Country Club. 40 teams along with more than 30 sponsors and many volunteers helped to make the day a great success. Proceeds from the Golf Classic benefit local programs supported by Heart of Indiana United Way and the Madison County Chamber that create equitable opportunities and help individuals, families…


Cybercrime is a Growing Threat Indiana Communities Need to Address

By Jud Fisher, President/CEO, Ball Brothers Foundation— MUNCIE, IN – The threats we face in the digital world are evolving at a frightening pace. From phishing schemes and ransomware attacks to identity theft and deepfake impersonations, the list of cyber threats keeps expanding. As technology advances—and the internet becomes ever more integrated into our daily lives—the security of our information and systems has never been more critical. From multinational corporations to small rural school districts, data breaches and malicious cyberattacks…


Delaware County Sheriff Tony Skinner to Discuss Leadership at Upcoming Coffee Talk

By Arrick Garringer— MUNCIE, IN – Delaware County Sheriff Tony Skinner will lead a discussion on leadership at Shafer Leadership Academy’s Coffee Talk event titled “In Pursuit of Leadership” on July 31, 2024. The event will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Innovation Connector, located at 1208 W White River Blvd. Sheriff Skinner, with nearly 30 years of law enforcement experience, will share insights on leadership styles, the importance of detail orientation, and the unique role…