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By Melissa Jones— Muncie, IN — Following an extended “intermission” during the pandemic, Muncie Symphony Orchestra’s momentum continues to swell into the new season. In May, the orchestra announced it had received more subscription revenue in the first three weeks of sales than it had in any of the past 10 full seasons, and in June, MSO rocked a full house at Canan Commons during a free Beatles tribute concert. In addition to drawing in large crowds this year, MSO…

By Kate Stoss— Muncie, IN – The Muncie Rotary Club celebrated the transition to the new for the 2021-2022 Rotary year on June 29, 2021. Ana Pichardo, retiring 2020-2021 President of the Muncie Rotary Club, presided over the installation ceremonies of the new club officers and praised the club members for their continued commitment in upholding the mission and values of Rotary. 2021-2022 Muncie Rotary Club Officers President: Kate Stoss President Elect: Matt Howell Immediate Past President: Ana Pichardo Secretary:…

By Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, IN—The Exchange Club of Muncie celebrated its 100th anniversary on March 7, 2021. In its 100th year, the club is pleased to recognize its board of directors and slate of officers: Jeffrey A. Heavilon, M.D., President. Jim Kouns, Vice President Marianne Benson, Secretary Mike Donovan, Treasurer Forrest Bowers, Past President Neal Barnum, Board Member Rick Edmundson, Board Member Lee Nicholson, Board Member Harold Roberts, Board Member Joseph Rogers, Board Member Tim Williams, Board Member “I am…

By Shwetha Sundarrajan— Muncie, IN—It’s not like your typical library. No, it’s definitely not like a bookmobile either. The Human Library is unlike anything you’ve seen. Founded by Roni Abergel in 2000, the Denmark based international non-profit aims to “better our understanding of diversity in order to help create more inclusive and cohesive communities across cultural, religious, social and ethnic differences.” But what exactly constitutes a Human Library? According to Peggy Lewis, the book depot manager of the Muncie Human…

By Kristen McConnell— Muncie, IN—The YMCA’s free 3-week Summer Out Loud Challenge, presented by the YMCA of Muncie, launches July 12. Opt-in to the challenge today by texting SUMMER to 844-889-6220 and be entered to win a 1-year household membership to the YMCA of Muncie or a national grand prize of a family vacation of your choice (up to a $5,000 value). After opting in via text, follow the prompts to register for the challenge. You will receive three texts…

Heart of Indiana United Way will provide more services and programming across the region. MUNCIE, Ind.– United Way of Delaware, Henry and Randolph Counties and United Way of Madison County are now merged as a single, regional United Way, known as Heart of Indiana United Way. Through combined skills and resources, the organization will deepen its impact, bring more resources to the community, improve business efficiencies, as well as work with donors and volunteers to solve communities’challenges. Heart of Indiana…

By WaTasha Barnes Griffin— Muncie, IN — The Muncie-Delaware County Coalition of Women’s organizations is once again seeking nominations of local women to honor during the 29th Annual Women’s Equality Day Program. The Coalition invites nominations of women who have made a significant contribution in the arts, education, religion, business, politics, environment, and social or community service by improving the quality of life in our community, according to a press release. Other categories will also be considered. Six women will be honored…

By Christina Ziuchkovski— Muncie, IN—How do you measure love? Depending on who you ask, there are countless answers to this question. Derek Peterson, founder of Web of Support, measures love based on the amount of support a person feels and can correlate that to their success. The Web of Support is a local mentoring initiative that uses a relational approach to help youth and adults identify, expand, and strengthen their own support systems. The Web of Support provides a practical…

By Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, Ind. – The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc., through the Town of Yorktown Endowment Fund, is awarding $3,500 in grants to two organizations serving the Yorktown community. The Yorktown / Mt. Pleasant Township Historical Alliance has been awarded $2,500. The Historical Alliance is working toward a safer and more attractive facility. This grant will support carpet replacement. The Yorktown Band Boosters Association has been awarded $1,000. The grant will be used to purchase…