The Political Spotlight - Episodes Tagged with “Councilor Nora Powell”

#613 | Gulley/Henry Co + Muncie City Council's 03.02.26 Mtg + Del Co GOP! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey kicks off the 613th episode of 'The Political Spotlight' by outlining where the team stands on the mess in Henry County. From the heartbreaking news of Nicholas Gulley II's passing this past Friday to the insurance issue at hand, Bilbrey then discusses the current 2026 election season, including the race to determine the next sheriff of Henry County.

Next, Bilbrey looks ahead to the upcoming Muncie City Council meeting, scheduled for tomorrow, Monday, March 2, 2026, at 7 p.m. It will likely be another interesting meeting and definitely one to watch. Bilbrey also covers a few other updates in and around the City of Muncie.

Lastly, Bilbrey examines a possible shake-up within the Delaware County Republican Party!

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VIDEO version of Ep 613: https://youtube.com/live/huCxB0LTEbc

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#598 | The February 2026 Muncie City Council Meeting - REVIEW! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Well, the February 2, 2026, meeting of the Muncie City Council was a straight-up shit show! LIKE HONESTLY, THERE ARE NO WORDS!

But you know that's not true! Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey ALWAYS has words, and he's here in this 598th episode to offer the best analysis and commentary on what happened at the meeting!

He also shares a couple of quick thoughts on the Delaware County Commissioners meeting held earlier today, Monday, February 2, 2026.

So grab your favorite snacks and a drink, and let's rock this thing!

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VIDEO version of Ep 598: https://youtube.com/live/hQumwnvOTGM

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#543 | Disrespect Toward Taxpayers! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0400

The system is designed so that, regardless of who is in charge, the type of government, or the situation, it allows or even encourages elected and appointed public servants to be disrespectful toward taxpayers.

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers a few odds and ends as he waits for the big meeting for the City of Muncie on Thursday, October 16, 2025.

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VIDEO version of Ep 543: https://youtube.com/live/dwUEzkf2p6U

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#539 | Ctrl+c, Ctrl+v, Ctrl+narrative | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0400

When a mistake occurs or something is done wrong, whether intentionally or not, once it is discovered, an apology is typically given, and the issue is corrected. Generally, it’s not expected that it will happen again or that something worse might occur.

However, in politics — especially in Muncie, Indiana — and even more so when the Ridenour Administration is involved, there are a few things you can be certain of:

First, there will be no "mea culpa"...

Second, the idea that "the cover-up is worse than the crime" is never considered...

And third, the sycophants will always be ready to die on even the most foolish of hills...

Needless to say, Mayor Ridenour’s Executive Assistant Shareen Wagley is doubling down on the crazy, along with the mayor and the rest of his team, and you know Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey has a LOT to say about it all!

Bilbrey is joined on the show briefly by Rachel Clark, his Co-Host from his other program, 'The Bilbrey & Clark Show' ⁨@BilbreyClarkShow⁩. As the former EMS Chief of the City of Muncie, Indiana, from 2019 to October 2022, she has gained various insights and thoughts about the ongoing insanity in Muncie.

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VIDEO version of Ep 539: https://youtube.com/live/AM5vogWTSTI

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#538 | Muncie City Government Is on Cruise (OUT OF) Control! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0400

The Muncie City Council meeting just wrapped up, and wow, it was really something!

Tune in to this 538th episode of 'The Political Spotlight' as Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey breaks down the meeting piece by piece with the best political commentary around!

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VIDEO version of Ep 538: https://youtube.com/live/GEkuOr7na38

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#532 | A Demand & a Deadline in Muncie! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey provides an update on the situation in Muncie, Indiana, following the city council's demand that the mayor give them a letter or email from the new insurance provider, detailing the latest figures and proposed savings for the city.

That demand also had a deadline — Friday, September 26, 2025, which passed. Did Mayor Ridenour meet the deadline, or did he resist the Council's request?

Where does everything currently stand, and what are the next steps for both sides? Tune in to find out!

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VIDEO version of Ep 532: https://youtube.com/live/2D22z4gmL44

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#531 | And Then Mayor Ridenour Replied! (Muncie's 2026 Budget Battle) | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 21:00:00 -0400

As the 2026 Budget process for the City of Muncie wraps up in these last few months of 2025, tensions seem to be rising instead of easing.

While Muncie City Councilor Nora Powell (D - District 2) has been questioning and criticizing the Mayor and his administration over the past few weeks, Mayor Dan Ridenour now appears ready to push back against the Council and Powell specifically.

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the Mayor's recent remarks and shares his perspective on how this situation might develop.

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VIDEO version of Ep 531: https://youtube.com/live/AkBRsZFHYhY

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