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Mike Rhodes

Muncie

Editor-in-Chief at Muncie Journal

Articles

  • 1 day ago | munciejournal.com | Mike Rhodes

    By Amber Greene—MUNCIE, IN—Out of an abundance of caution, the City of Muncie is temporarily closing the beach at Prairie Creek Reservoir due to elevated levels of microcystins, a toxin produced by blue-green algae. Recent testing revealed a level of 9.9, exceeding the EPA’s safe threshold of 8. The closure will remain in effect until after treatment and testing indicate levels have returned to a safe range.

  • 1 day ago | munciejournal.com | Mike Rhodes

    By Ben Polk—MUNCIE, IN—PrimeTrust Financial Federal Credit Union today announced plans for the grand opening of a new full-service branch located in the heart of Downtown Yorktown, Indiana, slated for later in 2026. This strategic expansion underscores PrimeTrust’s commitment to enhancing accessibility and serving the growing financial needs of the Yorktown community. We cannot wait to be able to be part of the Yorktown Community.

  • 2 days ago | munciejournal.com | Mike Rhodes

    By Vicki Veach, Executive Director. Muncie Downtown Development Partnership—MUNCIE, IN—DWNTWN business is buzzing, with new neighbors opening their doors. Book a hair appointment before your next special occasion, find a handcrafted gift, or stop in for a Friday night cocktail at one of the community’s newest spots. Meet the new DWNTWN destinations:Parlour Salon109 E Main StThis salon offers luxury haircare and skincare services to help clients look and feel their best.

  • 2 days ago | munciejournal.com | Mike Rhodes

    By Ball State University Communications—MUNCIE, IN—In an era in which artificial intelligence tools are rapidly reshaping how we access and share information, Ball State University Libraries has introduced a new research guide to help students, faculty, staff, and community members use AI more thoughtfully and effectively.

  • 2 days ago | munciejournal.com | Mike Rhodes

    By Amanda Schreiber, Press Secretary, Indiana House Republicans—STATEHOUSE—Local students preparing to become teachers are among this year’s recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

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