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  <itunes:subtitle>In Episode #737 of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines three local-government meetings across East Central Indiana. First, Bilbrey breaks down the September 22, 2026, Muncie City Council Finance Committee meeting, where the council began reviewing the proposed 2027 city budget. He questions who knew about the meeting, how councilors and citizens were informed, and what he describes as continued political gamesmanship by the Ridenour Administration and Council leadership. Bilbrey also explains why he considers the meeting a MOCKERY of the budget-review process. Next, Bilbrey turns to the September 21, 2026, Delaware County Commissioners meeting and the county's letter of intent regarding nuclear energy and small modular reactors (SMRs). Lastly, it's back to Winchester, Indiana, where the former Volunteers of America (VOA) Winchester House facility at 313 South Meridian Street was discussed during the September 21, 2026, Winchester City Council meeting. Bilbrey discusses the latest developments there and what he's done since the previous episode. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In this 737th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey takes a close look at several local-government meetings across East Central Indiana — and there is plenty to discuss!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey begins with the first Muncie City Council Finance Committee meeting, held earlier this evening, Tuesday, September 22, 2026, as councilors began reviewing the proposed 2027 city budget.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Before delving into the meeting itself, a few questions need answering.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Who knew what, and when did they know it? Who was informed about the meeting, how were they informed, and who might have been left out of the loop?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey offers insight into what he believes is ongoing "game play" by the Ridenour Administration and inept Council leadership.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then there is the meeting itself.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;What should have been an opportunity for serious discussion of Muncie's financial future became, in Bilbrey's view, an absolute MOCKERY of the budget process!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;From there, Bilbrey turns to the Delaware County Commissioners' meeting on Monday morning, September 21, 2026, where he shares his thoughts on the county's "letter of intent" for nuclear energy, specifically small modular reactors (SMRs).&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, the spotlight returns to Winchester, Indiana, where Monday evening's Winchester City Council meeting addressed the former Volunteers of America (VOA) Winchester House facility at 313 South Meridian Street.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey shares his thoughts on the latest development and what he has done since the last show.&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>In this 737th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey takes a close look at several local-government meetings across East Central Indiana — and there is plenty to discuss!</p>

<p>Bilbrey begins with the first Muncie City Council Finance Committee meeting, held earlier this evening, Tuesday, September 22, 2026, as councilors began reviewing the proposed 2027 city budget.</p>

<p>Before delving into the meeting itself, a few questions need answering.</p>

<p>Who knew what, and when did they know it? Who was informed about the meeting, how were they informed, and who might have been left out of the loop?</p>

<p>Bilbrey offers insight into what he believes is ongoing "game play" by the Ridenour Administration and inept Council leadership.</p>

<p>Then there is the meeting itself.</p>

<p>What should have been an opportunity for serious discussion of Muncie's financial future became, in Bilbrey's view, an absolute MOCKERY of the budget process!</p>

<p>From there, Bilbrey turns to the Delaware County Commissioners' meeting on Monday morning, September 21, 2026, where he shares his thoughts on the county's "letter of intent" for nuclear energy, specifically small modular reactors (SMRs).</p>

<p>Finally, the spotlight returns to Winchester, Indiana, where Monday evening's Winchester City Council meeting addressed the former Volunteers of America (VOA) Winchester House facility at 313 South Meridian Street.</p>

<p>Bilbrey shares his thoughts on the latest development and what he has done since the last show.</p>

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<p>VIDEO version of Ep 737: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/l6QcTa2dIfo" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/l6QcTa2dIfo</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>In this 737th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey takes a close look at several local-government meetings across East Central Indiana — and there is plenty to discuss!</p>

<p>Bilbrey begins with the first Muncie City Council Finance Committee meeting, held earlier this evening, Tuesday, September 22, 2026, as councilors began reviewing the proposed 2027 city budget.</p>

<p>Before delving into the meeting itself, a few questions need answering.</p>

<p>Who knew what, and when did they know it? Who was informed about the meeting, how were they informed, and who might have been left out of the loop?</p>

<p>Bilbrey offers insight into what he believes is ongoing "game play" by the Ridenour Administration and inept Council leadership.</p>

<p>Then there is the meeting itself.</p>

<p>What should have been an opportunity for serious discussion of Muncie's financial future became, in Bilbrey's view, an absolute MOCKERY of the budget process!</p>

<p>From there, Bilbrey turns to the Delaware County Commissioners' meeting on Monday morning, September 21, 2026, where he shares his thoughts on the county's "letter of intent" for nuclear energy, specifically small modular reactors (SMRs).</p>

<p>Finally, the spotlight returns to Winchester, Indiana, where Monday evening's Winchester City Council meeting addressed the former Volunteers of America (VOA) Winchester House facility at 313 South Meridian Street.</p>

<p>Bilbrey shares his thoughts on the latest development and what he has done since the last show.</p>

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<p>VIDEO version of Ep 737: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/l6QcTa2dIfo" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/l6QcTa2dIfo</a></p>

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  <title>#735 | Thursday, September 17, 2026 | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</author>
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  <itunes:episode>735</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>#735 | Thursday, September 17, 2026 | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>In Episode #735 of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey focuses on what he sees as a growing breakdown of public service and citizen engagement across East Central Indiana and beyond. Bilbrey briefly reviews the September 16 Muncie Board of Works meeting before turning to the September 17 Muncie Redevelopment Commission meeting, examining its decision-making, accountability, and the roles of Mayor Dan Ridenour and Jeff Howe. From there, the discussion broadens to local government across Muncie/Delaware County, Anderson/Madison County, Winchester/Randolph County, New Castle/Henry County, and Indianapolis/Marion County. Bilbrey argues that too many public officials have forgotten whom they serve while too many citizens remain disengaged. With the next local election cycle beginning in 2027, Bilbrey challenges citizens who believe local government needs better leadership to get involved—organize, campaign, challenge incumbents, and consider running for office as Republicans, Democrats, Libertarians, or otherwise. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:27:25</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In this 735th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is at his wit's end over what he sees as the complete breakdown of "public service" among far too many local public servants across East Central Indiana and beyond.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Muncie, Delaware County.&lt;br&gt;
Anderson, Madison County.&lt;br&gt;
Winchester, Randolph County.&lt;br&gt;
New Castle, Henry County.&lt;br&gt;
Indianapolis, Marion County.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Different communities. Different offices. Same recurring problem:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Too many people in public office seem to have forgotten who they work for... and too many citizens aren't involved and can't be bothered. It's only getting worse!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey begins with a brief review of the most recent Muncie Board of Works meeting from Wednesday, September 16, 2026, then turns to the Muncie Redevelopment Commission meeting from earlier today, Thursday, September 17, 2026.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This is where the frustration really mounts.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;As calmly as he can, Bilbrey attempts to explain the problems citizens face with the Redevelopment Commission — the decisions being made, the way business is conducted, the lack of accountability, and the larger question of whether the public is truly being served by those exercising public power: Mayor Dan Ridenour and Jeff Howe.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then, for the rest of the episode, Bilbrey heads straight down the rabbit hole:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;It is time for more people to run for local office! Republicans, Democrats, and Libertarians!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Not someday! Not after the next disaster! Not after another four years of complaining! Now! Starting now, because the next election cycle begins in January 2027!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;If citizens are tired of the same miserable mopes making the same bad decisions, someone has to step up and challenge them.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey spends the rest of the show talking directly to the people who keep saying local government is broken — and asking the obvious question:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Are you willing to do something about it?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;If better people never file, organize, campaign, or put their names on the ballot, nothing changes.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This episode is about local government, public service, accountability, citizen power, and finding the next generation of people willing to step forward and run for office.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>In this 735th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is at his wit's end over what he sees as the complete breakdown of "public service" among far too many local public servants across East Central Indiana and beyond.</p>

<p>Muncie, Delaware County.<br>
Anderson, Madison County.<br>
Winchester, Randolph County.<br>
New Castle, Henry County.<br>
Indianapolis, Marion County.</p>

<p>Different communities. Different offices. Same recurring problem:</p>

<p>Too many people in public office seem to have forgotten who they work for... and too many citizens aren't involved and can't be bothered. It's only getting worse!</p>

<p>Bilbrey begins with a brief review of the most recent Muncie Board of Works meeting from Wednesday, September 16, 2026, then turns to the Muncie Redevelopment Commission meeting from earlier today, Thursday, September 17, 2026.</p>

<p>This is where the frustration really mounts.</p>

<p>As calmly as he can, Bilbrey attempts to explain the problems citizens face with the Redevelopment Commission — the decisions being made, the way business is conducted, the lack of accountability, and the larger question of whether the public is truly being served by those exercising public power: Mayor Dan Ridenour and Jeff Howe.</p>

<p>Then, for the rest of the episode, Bilbrey heads straight down the rabbit hole:</p>

<p>It is time for more people to run for local office! Republicans, Democrats, and Libertarians!</p>

<p>Not someday! Not after the next disaster! Not after another four years of complaining! Now! Starting now, because the next election cycle begins in January 2027!</p>

<p>If citizens are tired of the same miserable mopes making the same bad decisions, someone has to step up and challenge them.</p>

<p>Bilbrey spends the rest of the show talking directly to the people who keep saying local government is broken — and asking the obvious question:</p>

<p>Are you willing to do something about it?</p>

<p>If better people never file, organize, campaign, or put their names on the ballot, nothing changes.</p>

<p>This episode is about local government, public service, accountability, citizen power, and finding the next generation of people willing to step forward and run for office.</p>

<p>━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 735: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/qIRUU2HHGAM" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/qIRUU2HHGAM</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>In this 735th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is at his wit's end over what he sees as the complete breakdown of "public service" among far too many local public servants across East Central Indiana and beyond.</p>

<p>Muncie, Delaware County.<br>
Anderson, Madison County.<br>
Winchester, Randolph County.<br>
New Castle, Henry County.<br>
Indianapolis, Marion County.</p>

<p>Different communities. Different offices. Same recurring problem:</p>

<p>Too many people in public office seem to have forgotten who they work for... and too many citizens aren't involved and can't be bothered. It's only getting worse!</p>

<p>Bilbrey begins with a brief review of the most recent Muncie Board of Works meeting from Wednesday, September 16, 2026, then turns to the Muncie Redevelopment Commission meeting from earlier today, Thursday, September 17, 2026.</p>

<p>This is where the frustration really mounts.</p>

<p>As calmly as he can, Bilbrey attempts to explain the problems citizens face with the Redevelopment Commission — the decisions being made, the way business is conducted, the lack of accountability, and the larger question of whether the public is truly being served by those exercising public power: Mayor Dan Ridenour and Jeff Howe.</p>

<p>Then, for the rest of the episode, Bilbrey heads straight down the rabbit hole:</p>

<p>It is time for more people to run for local office! Republicans, Democrats, and Libertarians!</p>

<p>Not someday! Not after the next disaster! Not after another four years of complaining! Now! Starting now, because the next election cycle begins in January 2027!</p>

<p>If citizens are tired of the same miserable mopes making the same bad decisions, someone has to step up and challenge them.</p>

<p>Bilbrey spends the rest of the show talking directly to the people who keep saying local government is broken — and asking the obvious question:</p>

<p>Are you willing to do something about it?</p>

<p>If better people never file, organize, campaign, or put their names on the ballot, nothing changes.</p>

<p>This episode is about local government, public service, accountability, citizen power, and finding the next generation of people willing to step forward and run for office.</p>

<p>━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 735: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/qIRUU2HHGAM" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/qIRUU2HHGAM</a></p>

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  <title>#734 | Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - (PART 2) | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</author>
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  <itunes:episode>734</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>#734 | Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - (PART 2) | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey tackles the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting from Monday, September 14, 2026, in a two-part breakdown of the Public Hearing and the regularly scheduled monthly meeting. This 734th episode is part 2. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;This is Episode 734, Part 2, the conclusion, of The Political Spotlight's two-part look at the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey will conclude his detailed commentary and analysis of everything that happened—including the highs and lows, the winners and losers, the status of major issues, and what comes next for Muncie. Specifically, Bilbrey will cover:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 19-26, which would amend Ordinance 16-25, the City of Muncie's salary ordinance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and first votes on Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26, the three proposed budget ordinances for MITS, the MSD, and the city.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and vote on Resolutions 13-26 and 14-26. Resolution 13-26 asks the Council to investigate how the city and George-Jeffrey Howe handled his contract. Resolution 14-26 is a memorial resolution honoring Craig Wright, who passed away.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Public Comments portion of the meeting.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;That concludes Part 2 - Episode 734. As a reminder, in Part 1, Episode 733, which aired on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Bilbrey covered the following topics:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Public Hearing before the regular meeting, during which Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26 were made public "on the record," and citizens were allowed to speak on each ordinance if they wished!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The start of the regular meeting and the housekeeping issues addressed before the Ordinances and Resolutions were discussed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 16-26, a zoning issue.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 17-26, which seeks to expand the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas in Downtown Muncie. A nonissue the Council spent too much time on, unlike serious issues they try to push through with little time or thought.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 18-26, the "In God We Trust" Ordinance, the meeting's first major issue. Citizens and the Council trade blows, and, of course, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour shows up with an attitude. The Council continues to show just how backward they are on nearly everything.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Episode 733 - Part 1 LINK: &lt;a href="https://youtube.com/live/Qnl-61qySz8" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://youtube.com/live/Qnl-61qySz8&lt;/a&gt; . . .&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>This is Episode 734, Part 2, the conclusion, of The Political Spotlight's two-part look at the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting.</p>

<p>In this episode, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey will conclude his detailed commentary and analysis of everything that happened—including the highs and lows, the winners and losers, the status of major issues, and what comes next for Muncie. Specifically, Bilbrey will cover:</p>

<ul>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 19-26, which would amend Ordinance 16-25, the City of Muncie's salary ordinance.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first votes on Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26, the three proposed budget ordinances for MITS, the MSD, and the city.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and vote on Resolutions 13-26 and 14-26. Resolution 13-26 asks the Council to investigate how the city and George-Jeffrey Howe handled his contract. Resolution 14-26 is a memorial resolution honoring Craig Wright, who passed away.</p></li>
<li><p>The Public Comments portion of the meeting.</p></li>
</ul>

<p>That concludes Part 2 - Episode 734. As a reminder, in Part 1, Episode 733, which aired on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Bilbrey covered the following topics:</p>

<ul>
<li><p>The Public Hearing before the regular meeting, during which Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26 were made public "on the record," and citizens were allowed to speak on each ordinance if they wished!</p></li>
<li><p>The start of the regular meeting and the housekeeping issues addressed before the Ordinances and Resolutions were discussed.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 16-26, a zoning issue.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 17-26, which seeks to expand the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas in Downtown Muncie. A nonissue the Council spent too much time on, unlike serious issues they try to push through with little time or thought.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 18-26, the "In God We Trust" Ordinance, the meeting's first major issue. Citizens and the Council trade blows, and, of course, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour shows up with an attitude. The Council continues to show just how backward they are on nearly everything.</p></li>
</ul>

<p>Episode 733 - Part 1 LINK: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/Qnl-61qySz8" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/Qnl-61qySz8</a> . . .</p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>This is Episode 734, Part 2, the conclusion, of The Political Spotlight's two-part look at the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting.</p>

<p>In this episode, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey will conclude his detailed commentary and analysis of everything that happened—including the highs and lows, the winners and losers, the status of major issues, and what comes next for Muncie. Specifically, Bilbrey will cover:</p>

<ul>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 19-26, which would amend Ordinance 16-25, the City of Muncie's salary ordinance.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first votes on Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26, the three proposed budget ordinances for MITS, the MSD, and the city.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and vote on Resolutions 13-26 and 14-26. Resolution 13-26 asks the Council to investigate how the city and George-Jeffrey Howe handled his contract. Resolution 14-26 is a memorial resolution honoring Craig Wright, who passed away.</p></li>
<li><p>The Public Comments portion of the meeting.</p></li>
</ul>

<p>That concludes Part 2 - Episode 734. As a reminder, in Part 1, Episode 733, which aired on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Bilbrey covered the following topics:</p>

<ul>
<li><p>The Public Hearing before the regular meeting, during which Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26 were made public "on the record," and citizens were allowed to speak on each ordinance if they wished!</p></li>
<li><p>The start of the regular meeting and the housekeeping issues addressed before the Ordinances and Resolutions were discussed.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 16-26, a zoning issue.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 17-26, which seeks to expand the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas in Downtown Muncie. A nonissue the Council spent too much time on, unlike serious issues they try to push through with little time or thought.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 18-26, the "In God We Trust" Ordinance, the meeting's first major issue. Citizens and the Council trade blows, and, of course, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour shows up with an attitude. The Council continues to show just how backward they are on nearly everything.</p></li>
</ul>

<p>Episode 733 - Part 1 LINK: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/Qnl-61qySz8" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/Qnl-61qySz8</a> . . .</p>

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  <itunes:subtitle>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey tackles the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting from Monday, September 14, 2026, in a two-part breakdown of the Public Hearing and the regularly scheduled monthly meeting. This 733rd episode is part 1. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting, including a public hearing held before the regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey analyzes the meeting's proceedings in this two-part series: Part 1 - Episode 733, aired Tuesday, September 15, 2026, and Part 2 - Episode 734, aired Wednesday, September 16, 2026.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;In this 733rd episode (Part 1), Bilbrey provides a comprehensive breakdown of the important September 14, 2026, Muncie City Council meeting, beginning with the Public Hearing on the three "Budget Ordinances" 20-26 for the Muncie Indiana Transit System (MITS), 21-26 for the Muncie Sanitary District (MSD), and 22-26 for the City of Muncie. Bilbrey has been concerned that the council's current leadership would strip six of the nine councilors from the Finance Committee, returning to the old 3-person Finance Committee, which makes no sense and would be an extremely partisan move.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey and City Councilor William McIntosh both support keeping the entire council involved in the budget process. But not everyone on the council sees it the same way.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;From there, Bilbrey's review turns to the regular meeting, where he explains the document the council's attorney presents to the council and the public at the start. Bilbrey fully supports it!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Next, Bilbrey covers the discussion of Ordinances 16-26, 17-26, and 18-26.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ordinance 16-26 is pretty simple, yet the council, being as incompetent as they are, manages to screw it up.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ordinance 17-26 is another non-issue; however, the council spends a good amount of time discussing it, and Bilbrey shares his thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;To wrap up Part 1 - Episode 733, Bilbrey covers Ordinance 18-26, the "In God We Trust" Ordinance, the meeting's first major issue. Citizens and the Council trade blows, and, of course, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour shows up with an attitude. The Council continues to show just how backward they are on nearly everything.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This concludes Part 1 - Episode 733.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;━━━━━━━━━━━━━━&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;In Part 2 - Episode 734, Bilbrey will conclude his analysis and commentary on the September 14, 2026, Muncie City Council Meeting, including:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 19-26, which would amend Ordinance 16-25, the City of Muncie's salary ordinance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and first votes on Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26, the three proposed budget ordinances for MITS, the MSD, and the city.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Council's discussion, public input, and vote on Resolutions 13-26 and 14-26. Resolution 13-26 asks the Council to investigate how the city and George-Jeffrey Howe handled his contract. Resolution 14-26 is a memorial resolution honoring Craig Wright, who passed away.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Public Comments portion of the meeting.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Episode 734 - Part 2 LINK: &lt;a href="https://youtube.com/live/BBNSXba_8_w" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://youtube.com/live/BBNSXba_8_w&lt;/a&gt; . . .&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting, including a public hearing held before the regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026.</p>

<p>Bilbrey analyzes the meeting's proceedings in this two-part series: Part 1 - Episode 733, aired Tuesday, September 15, 2026, and Part 2 - Episode 734, aired Wednesday, September 16, 2026.</p>

<p>In this 733rd episode (Part 1), Bilbrey provides a comprehensive breakdown of the important September 14, 2026, Muncie City Council meeting, beginning with the Public Hearing on the three "Budget Ordinances" 20-26 for the Muncie Indiana Transit System (MITS), 21-26 for the Muncie Sanitary District (MSD), and 22-26 for the City of Muncie. Bilbrey has been concerned that the council's current leadership would strip six of the nine councilors from the Finance Committee, returning to the old 3-person Finance Committee, which makes no sense and would be an extremely partisan move.</p>

<p>Bilbrey and City Councilor William McIntosh both support keeping the entire council involved in the budget process. But not everyone on the council sees it the same way.</p>

<p>From there, Bilbrey's review turns to the regular meeting, where he explains the document the council's attorney presents to the council and the public at the start. Bilbrey fully supports it!</p>

<p>Next, Bilbrey covers the discussion of Ordinances 16-26, 17-26, and 18-26.</p>

<p>Ordinance 16-26 is pretty simple, yet the council, being as incompetent as they are, manages to screw it up.</p>

<p>Ordinance 17-26 is another non-issue; however, the council spends a good amount of time discussing it, and Bilbrey shares his thoughts.</p>

<p>To wrap up Part 1 - Episode 733, Bilbrey covers Ordinance 18-26, the "In God We Trust" Ordinance, the meeting's first major issue. Citizens and the Council trade blows, and, of course, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour shows up with an attitude. The Council continues to show just how backward they are on nearly everything.</p>

<p>This concludes Part 1 - Episode 733.</p>

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<p>In Part 2 - Episode 734, Bilbrey will conclude his analysis and commentary on the September 14, 2026, Muncie City Council Meeting, including:</p>

<ul>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 19-26, which would amend Ordinance 16-25, the City of Muncie's salary ordinance.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first votes on Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26, the three proposed budget ordinances for MITS, the MSD, and the city.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and vote on Resolutions 13-26 and 14-26. Resolution 13-26 asks the Council to investigate how the city and George-Jeffrey Howe handled his contract. Resolution 14-26 is a memorial resolution honoring Craig Wright, who passed away.</p></li>
<li><p>The Public Comments portion of the meeting.</p></li>
</ul>

<p>Episode 734 - Part 2 LINK: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/BBNSXba_8_w" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/BBNSXba_8_w</a> . . .</p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews the completely "OFF THE RAILS" Muncie City Council meeting, including a public hearing held before the regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026.</p>

<p>Bilbrey analyzes the meeting's proceedings in this two-part series: Part 1 - Episode 733, aired Tuesday, September 15, 2026, and Part 2 - Episode 734, aired Wednesday, September 16, 2026.</p>

<p>In this 733rd episode (Part 1), Bilbrey provides a comprehensive breakdown of the important September 14, 2026, Muncie City Council meeting, beginning with the Public Hearing on the three "Budget Ordinances" 20-26 for the Muncie Indiana Transit System (MITS), 21-26 for the Muncie Sanitary District (MSD), and 22-26 for the City of Muncie. Bilbrey has been concerned that the council's current leadership would strip six of the nine councilors from the Finance Committee, returning to the old 3-person Finance Committee, which makes no sense and would be an extremely partisan move.</p>

<p>Bilbrey and City Councilor William McIntosh both support keeping the entire council involved in the budget process. But not everyone on the council sees it the same way.</p>

<p>From there, Bilbrey's review turns to the regular meeting, where he explains the document the council's attorney presents to the council and the public at the start. Bilbrey fully supports it!</p>

<p>Next, Bilbrey covers the discussion of Ordinances 16-26, 17-26, and 18-26.</p>

<p>Ordinance 16-26 is pretty simple, yet the council, being as incompetent as they are, manages to screw it up.</p>

<p>Ordinance 17-26 is another non-issue; however, the council spends a good amount of time discussing it, and Bilbrey shares his thoughts.</p>

<p>To wrap up Part 1 - Episode 733, Bilbrey covers Ordinance 18-26, the "In God We Trust" Ordinance, the meeting's first major issue. Citizens and the Council trade blows, and, of course, Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour shows up with an attitude. The Council continues to show just how backward they are on nearly everything.</p>

<p>This concludes Part 1 - Episode 733.</p>

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<p>In Part 2 - Episode 734, Bilbrey will conclude his analysis and commentary on the September 14, 2026, Muncie City Council Meeting, including:</p>

<ul>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first vote on Ordinance 19-26, which would amend Ordinance 16-25, the City of Muncie's salary ordinance.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and first votes on Ordinances 20-26, 21-26, and 22-26, the three proposed budget ordinances for MITS, the MSD, and the city.</p></li>
<li><p>The Council's discussion, public input, and vote on Resolutions 13-26 and 14-26. Resolution 13-26 asks the Council to investigate how the city and George-Jeffrey Howe handled his contract. Resolution 14-26 is a memorial resolution honoring Craig Wright, who passed away.</p></li>
<li><p>The Public Comments portion of the meeting.</p></li>
</ul>

<p>Episode 734 - Part 2 LINK: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/BBNSXba_8_w" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/BBNSXba_8_w</a> . . .</p>

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  <itunes:subtitle>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey kicks off episode 731 with a deep dive into Todd Beamer — A TRUE AMERICAN HERO! (If that name does not immediately ring a bell, this episode is absolutely for you.) Bilbrey reflects on Beamer's courage, sacrifice, and role aboard United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001. THIS IS A MUST-SEE FOR EVERY AMERICAN. From there, the show returns to the City of Muncie, Indiana, and the fallout from Mayor Dan Ridenour's "love letter" to Flock cameras. It is safe to say the reaction did not go as the mayor likely expected. This may now be turning into a real line in the sand over surveillance, privacy, government power, and how far Muncie is willing to go in embracing Flock's license-plate reader network. Soon, Muncie City Council members will have to make a tough decision. Which side will they take? Will they back the mayor's push for Flock cameras? Or will they draw a line when it comes to government surveillance and tracking citizens? This one could get very interesting. Finally, Bilbrey heads to Winchester, Indiana, where greed, poor decisions, and sheer ignorance may have finally killed 'The Journey Home' — something Bilbrey and Producer Kate warned could happen long ago. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey kicks off episode 731 with a deep dive into Todd Beamer — A TRUE AMERICAN HERO! (If that name does not immediately ring a bell, this episode is absolutely for you.)&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey reflects on Beamer's courage, sacrifice, and role aboard United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;THIS IS A MUST-SEE FOR EVERY AMERICAN.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;From there, the show returns to the City of Muncie, Indiana, and the fallout from Mayor Dan Ridenour's "love letter" to Flock cameras.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;It is safe to say the reaction did not go as the mayor likely expected.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This may now be turning into a real line in the sand over surveillance, privacy, government power, and how far Muncie is willing to go in embracing Flock's license-plate reader network.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Soon, Muncie City Council members will have to make a tough decision.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Which side will they take?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Will they back the mayor's push for Flock cameras?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Or will they draw a line when it comes to government surveillance and tracking citizens?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This one could get very interesting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, Bilbrey heads to Winchester, Indiana, where greed, poor decisions, and sheer ignorance may have finally killed 'The Journey Home' — something Bilbrey and Producer Kate warned could happen long ago.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This episode shifts from heroism and sacrifice to local government, surveillance, political accountability, and the consequences of poor leadership and bad decisions.&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey kicks off episode 731 with a deep dive into Todd Beamer — A TRUE AMERICAN HERO! (If that name does not immediately ring a bell, this episode is absolutely for you.)</p>

<p>Bilbrey reflects on Beamer's courage, sacrifice, and role aboard United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001.</p>

<p>THIS IS A MUST-SEE FOR EVERY AMERICAN.</p>

<p>From there, the show returns to the City of Muncie, Indiana, and the fallout from Mayor Dan Ridenour's "love letter" to Flock cameras.</p>

<p>It is safe to say the reaction did not go as the mayor likely expected.</p>

<p>This may now be turning into a real line in the sand over surveillance, privacy, government power, and how far Muncie is willing to go in embracing Flock's license-plate reader network.</p>

<p>Soon, Muncie City Council members will have to make a tough decision.</p>

<p>Which side will they take?</p>

<p>Will they back the mayor's push for Flock cameras?</p>

<p>Or will they draw a line when it comes to government surveillance and tracking citizens?</p>

<p>This one could get very interesting.</p>

<p>Finally, Bilbrey heads to Winchester, Indiana, where greed, poor decisions, and sheer ignorance may have finally killed 'The Journey Home' — something Bilbrey and Producer Kate warned could happen long ago.</p>

<p>This episode shifts from heroism and sacrifice to local government, surveillance, political accountability, and the consequences of poor leadership and bad decisions.</p>

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<p>VIDEO version of Ep 731: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/42Z5o56WenQ" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/42Z5o56WenQ</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey kicks off episode 731 with a deep dive into Todd Beamer — A TRUE AMERICAN HERO! (If that name does not immediately ring a bell, this episode is absolutely for you.)</p>

<p>Bilbrey reflects on Beamer's courage, sacrifice, and role aboard United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001.</p>

<p>THIS IS A MUST-SEE FOR EVERY AMERICAN.</p>

<p>From there, the show returns to the City of Muncie, Indiana, and the fallout from Mayor Dan Ridenour's "love letter" to Flock cameras.</p>

<p>It is safe to say the reaction did not go as the mayor likely expected.</p>

<p>This may now be turning into a real line in the sand over surveillance, privacy, government power, and how far Muncie is willing to go in embracing Flock's license-plate reader network.</p>

<p>Soon, Muncie City Council members will have to make a tough decision.</p>

<p>Which side will they take?</p>

<p>Will they back the mayor's push for Flock cameras?</p>

<p>Or will they draw a line when it comes to government surveillance and tracking citizens?</p>

<p>This one could get very interesting.</p>

<p>Finally, Bilbrey heads to Winchester, Indiana, where greed, poor decisions, and sheer ignorance may have finally killed 'The Journey Home' — something Bilbrey and Producer Kate warned could happen long ago.</p>

<p>This episode shifts from heroism and sacrifice to local government, surveillance, political accountability, and the consequences of poor leadership and bad decisions.</p>

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<p>VIDEO version of Ep 731: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/42Z5o56WenQ" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/42Z5o56WenQ</a></p>

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  <title>#730 | Wednesday, September 09, 2026 | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <itunes:title>#730 | Wednesday, September 09, 2026 | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey turns the white-hot spotlight back on Muncie City government and several developments from Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Bilbrey begins with the latest Muncie Board of Works meeting, then turns to Ordinance 18-26, the proposed "In God We Trust" ordinance scheduled for introduction before the Muncie City Council on September 14. The proposal would require the motto on city police and fire vehicles. Next, Mayor Dan Ridenour defended Flock license-plate reader cameras. Ridenour publicly described himself and the city as "very supportive" of the technology, citing its use in investigations and positive results. Bilbrey pushes back, raising questions about privacy, government surveillance, data access, oversight, potential abuse, and constitutional liberty as other communities reconsider their use of Flock systems. The discussion then moves to Muncie's proposed 2027 budget, the City Council's traditional budget-review process, and questions about whether this year's council leadership and political dynamics will change how that work is handled. Bilbrey also looks ahead to the council's future leadership, discussing who he believes should hold key positions, who may actually get them, and what those choices could mean for the direction of Muncie government. Finally, there is another development in the ongoing McKinley Neighborhood situation—a story TPS continues to follow closely. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In this 730th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey turns his attention back to Muncie City government and several developments from Wednesday, September 9, 2026.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;He begins with a review of this morning's Muncie Board of Works meeting. At 11 and a half minutes, the meeting was longer than usual, and there are likely a few points of interest that need to be covered, or uncovered!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Next, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on Ordinance 18-26 (the "In God We Trust" Ordinance), which the council will consider at the Monday, September 14, 2026, meeting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;From there, Bilbrey reviews Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour's community update from this afternoon — particularly the mayor's strong support for Flock license-plate reader cameras and his declaration that the City of Muncie intends to embrace the technology.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey, of course, takes issue with that position, arguing that Ridenour approaches the surveillance question from an extremely unconservative perspective.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;At a time when communities across the country, including in Indiana, are raising serious questions about privacy, government surveillance, data sharing, abuse, oversight, and constitutional liberty, Bilbrey asks why Muncie seems determined to move in the opposite direction.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The discussion then turns to the proposed 2027 Muncie budget.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For the past several years, all nine members of the Muncie City Council have participated in a series of budget meetings to work through the mayor's proposed spending plan. Will that process continue this year?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Given the current council leadership structure — and the political dynamics surrounding it — Bilbrey is not convinced the process will play out the same way.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Speaking of City Council leadership, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on what the council may look like next year. Who should hold the leadership positions, and who does Bilbrey believe will? What will those choices mean for the council's direction?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, Bilbrey shares a quick update on a development related to the ongoing McKinley neighborhood situation that occurred today.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;VIDEO version of Ep 730: &lt;a href="https://youtube.com/live/DqDETItnSVU" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://youtube.com/live/DqDETItnSVU&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>In this 730th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey turns his attention back to Muncie City government and several developments from Wednesday, September 9, 2026.</p>

<p>He begins with a review of this morning's Muncie Board of Works meeting. At 11 and a half minutes, the meeting was longer than usual, and there are likely a few points of interest that need to be covered, or uncovered!</p>

<p>Next, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on Ordinance 18-26 (the "In God We Trust" Ordinance), which the council will consider at the Monday, September 14, 2026, meeting.</p>

<p>From there, Bilbrey reviews Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour's community update from this afternoon — particularly the mayor's strong support for Flock license-plate reader cameras and his declaration that the City of Muncie intends to embrace the technology.</p>

<p>Bilbrey, of course, takes issue with that position, arguing that Ridenour approaches the surveillance question from an extremely unconservative perspective.</p>

<p>At a time when communities across the country, including in Indiana, are raising serious questions about privacy, government surveillance, data sharing, abuse, oversight, and constitutional liberty, Bilbrey asks why Muncie seems determined to move in the opposite direction.</p>

<p>The discussion then turns to the proposed 2027 Muncie budget.</p>

<p>For the past several years, all nine members of the Muncie City Council have participated in a series of budget meetings to work through the mayor's proposed spending plan. Will that process continue this year?</p>

<p>Given the current council leadership structure — and the political dynamics surrounding it — Bilbrey is not convinced the process will play out the same way.</p>

<p>Speaking of City Council leadership, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on what the council may look like next year. Who should hold the leadership positions, and who does Bilbrey believe will? What will those choices mean for the council's direction?</p>

<p>Finally, Bilbrey shares a quick update on a development related to the ongoing McKinley neighborhood situation that occurred today.</p>

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<p>VIDEO version of Ep 730: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/DqDETItnSVU" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/DqDETItnSVU</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>In this 730th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey turns his attention back to Muncie City government and several developments from Wednesday, September 9, 2026.</p>

<p>He begins with a review of this morning's Muncie Board of Works meeting. At 11 and a half minutes, the meeting was longer than usual, and there are likely a few points of interest that need to be covered, or uncovered!</p>

<p>Next, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on Ordinance 18-26 (the "In God We Trust" Ordinance), which the council will consider at the Monday, September 14, 2026, meeting.</p>

<p>From there, Bilbrey reviews Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour's community update from this afternoon — particularly the mayor's strong support for Flock license-plate reader cameras and his declaration that the City of Muncie intends to embrace the technology.</p>

<p>Bilbrey, of course, takes issue with that position, arguing that Ridenour approaches the surveillance question from an extremely unconservative perspective.</p>

<p>At a time when communities across the country, including in Indiana, are raising serious questions about privacy, government surveillance, data sharing, abuse, oversight, and constitutional liberty, Bilbrey asks why Muncie seems determined to move in the opposite direction.</p>

<p>The discussion then turns to the proposed 2027 Muncie budget.</p>

<p>For the past several years, all nine members of the Muncie City Council have participated in a series of budget meetings to work through the mayor's proposed spending plan. Will that process continue this year?</p>

<p>Given the current council leadership structure — and the political dynamics surrounding it — Bilbrey is not convinced the process will play out the same way.</p>

<p>Speaking of City Council leadership, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on what the council may look like next year. Who should hold the leadership positions, and who does Bilbrey believe will? What will those choices mean for the council's direction?</p>

<p>Finally, Bilbrey shares a quick update on a development related to the ongoing McKinley neighborhood situation that occurred today.</p>

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  <title>#666 | The Episode From Hell! | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</author>
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  <itunes:episode>666</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>#666 | The Episode From Hell! | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers several bits and pieces of information about Muncie, Henry County, Knightstown, and beyond! He's really feeling the pain from his broken ribs, which is fitting since this is the episode from hell - episode 666! #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers several bits and pieces of information about Muncie, Henry County, Knightstown, and beyond!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;He's really feeling the pain from his broken ribs, which is fitting since this is the episode from hell - episode 666!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;=========================&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers several bits and pieces of information about Muncie, Henry County, Knightstown, and beyond!</p>

<p>He's really feeling the pain from his broken ribs, which is fitting since this is the episode from hell - episode 666!</p>

<p>=========================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 666: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/Af6xGDE8C1A" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/Af6xGDE8C1A</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers several bits and pieces of information about Muncie, Henry County, Knightstown, and beyond!</p>

<p>He's really feeling the pain from his broken ribs, which is fitting since this is the episode from hell - episode 666!</p>

<p>=========================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 666: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/Af6xGDE8C1A" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/Af6xGDE8C1A</a></p>

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  <title>#560 | Indiana General Assembly's 2026 Org Day! Plus: Muncie Information! | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</author>
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  <itunes:episode>560</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>#560 | Indiana General Assembly's 2026 Org Day! Plus: Muncie Information! | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers the "2026 Organizational Day" (Tuesday, November 18, 2025) of the Indiana General Assembly. For everyone wanting a vote on the possibility of "Indiana Congressional redistricting"... a vote by the Indiana State Senators did take place today. Bilbrey then discusses the press conference scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. on the 3rd floor of Muncie City Hall. Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour will announce important information regarding "Muncie City Parks." What could this information be? Bilbrey has some thoughts. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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&lt;p&gt;Bilbrey then discusses the press conference scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. on the 3rd floor of Muncie City Hall. Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour will announce important information regarding "Muncie City Parks." What could this information be? Bilbrey has some thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;============================&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers the "2026 Organizational Day" (Tuesday, November 18, 2025) of the Indiana General Assembly. For everyone wanting a vote on the possibility of "Indiana Congressional redistricting"... a vote by the Indiana State Senators did take place today.</p>

<p>Bilbrey then discusses the press conference scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. on the 3rd floor of Muncie City Hall. Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour will announce important information regarding "Muncie City Parks." What could this information be? Bilbrey has some thoughts.</p>

<p>============================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 560: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/UTjS3zRY8t4" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/UTjS3zRY8t4</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers the "2026 Organizational Day" (Tuesday, November 18, 2025) of the Indiana General Assembly. For everyone wanting a vote on the possibility of "Indiana Congressional redistricting"... a vote by the Indiana State Senators did take place today.</p>

<p>Bilbrey then discusses the press conference scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. on the 3rd floor of Muncie City Hall. Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour will announce important information regarding "Muncie City Parks." What could this information be? Bilbrey has some thoughts.</p>

<p>============================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 560: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/UTjS3zRY8t4" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/UTjS3zRY8t4</a></p>

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  <title>#546 | Records, Updates, Scandals, &amp; Shake-Ups! (Local &amp; State)! | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</author>
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  <itunes:episode>546</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>#546 | Records, Updates, Scandals, &amp; Shake-Ups! (Local &amp; State)! | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>After a week off, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey returns with updates on the City of Muncie’s newly released records, the latest news about Sheriff John Sproles of Henry County, Indiana, and other issues within Henry County’s law enforcement community. Bilbrey also covers the arrest of a person connected to Indiana's Lt. Governor and rumors that Governor Mike Braun will call a special legislative session on redistricting in the coming days. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;After taking a week off due to a funeral, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and the rest of 'The Political Spotlight' crew are back! There are many topics to cover—so grab your favorite snack and drink, sit back, and let's get started!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;First, Bilbrey highlights several "records" that the City of Muncie finally released. The documents relate to Dustin Clark, Flatland Resources, and the Ridenour Administration's efforts to build the new Fire Station 5.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Next, Bilbrey moves on to the recent #SprolesWatch! Bilbrey shares the latest information he's gathered from multiple sources. This is a sensitive subject, and it will be handled carefully.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Staying on the topic of Henry County Law Enforcement for a moment, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on a video currently circulating about the Middletown and Knightstown Police Departments. There is a lot to consider with this topic, and it should be looked at with an understanding of what Indiana law says about many of the issues discussed in the video. Bilbrey explains it all in this episode.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then, Bilbrey discusses the recent arrest of Jonathan Peternel, the adult son of Nathan Peternel, a mentor and close friend of Indiana's Lt. Governor, Micah Beckwith. Similar to the topic of Sheriff John Sproles, this could have been an issue that wasn't political. However, due to actions taken by those involved, it has become a matter of concern.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, Bilbrey explores the possibility that Indiana Governor Mike Braun will call a "special session" of the Indiana General Assembly on Monday, October 27, 2025, solely to redistrict Indiana's Congressional Districts—something most Hoosiers neither want nor understand. Bilbrey covers it all here.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This is definitely a show you DO NOT want to miss!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;============================&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;VIDEO version of Ep 546: &lt;a href="https://youtube.com/live/LCTKSdVFoz4" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://youtube.com/live/LCTKSdVFoz4&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>After taking a week off due to a funeral, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and the rest of 'The Political Spotlight' crew are back! There are many topics to cover—so grab your favorite snack and drink, sit back, and let's get started!</p>

<p>First, Bilbrey highlights several "records" that the City of Muncie finally released. The documents relate to Dustin Clark, Flatland Resources, and the Ridenour Administration's efforts to build the new Fire Station 5.</p>

<p>Next, Bilbrey moves on to the recent #SprolesWatch! Bilbrey shares the latest information he's gathered from multiple sources. This is a sensitive subject, and it will be handled carefully.</p>

<p>Staying on the topic of Henry County Law Enforcement for a moment, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on a video currently circulating about the Middletown and Knightstown Police Departments. There is a lot to consider with this topic, and it should be looked at with an understanding of what Indiana law says about many of the issues discussed in the video. Bilbrey explains it all in this episode.</p>

<p>Then, Bilbrey discusses the recent arrest of Jonathan Peternel, the adult son of Nathan Peternel, a mentor and close friend of Indiana's Lt. Governor, Micah Beckwith. Similar to the topic of Sheriff John Sproles, this could have been an issue that wasn't political. However, due to actions taken by those involved, it has become a matter of concern.</p>

<p>Finally, Bilbrey explores the possibility that Indiana Governor Mike Braun will call a "special session" of the Indiana General Assembly on Monday, October 27, 2025, solely to redistrict Indiana's Congressional Districts—something most Hoosiers neither want nor understand. Bilbrey covers it all here.</p>

<p>This is definitely a show you DO NOT want to miss!</p>

<p>============================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 546: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/LCTKSdVFoz4" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/LCTKSdVFoz4</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>After taking a week off due to a funeral, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and the rest of 'The Political Spotlight' crew are back! There are many topics to cover—so grab your favorite snack and drink, sit back, and let's get started!</p>

<p>First, Bilbrey highlights several "records" that the City of Muncie finally released. The documents relate to Dustin Clark, Flatland Resources, and the Ridenour Administration's efforts to build the new Fire Station 5.</p>

<p>Next, Bilbrey moves on to the recent #SprolesWatch! Bilbrey shares the latest information he's gathered from multiple sources. This is a sensitive subject, and it will be handled carefully.</p>

<p>Staying on the topic of Henry County Law Enforcement for a moment, Bilbrey shares his thoughts on a video currently circulating about the Middletown and Knightstown Police Departments. There is a lot to consider with this topic, and it should be looked at with an understanding of what Indiana law says about many of the issues discussed in the video. Bilbrey explains it all in this episode.</p>

<p>Then, Bilbrey discusses the recent arrest of Jonathan Peternel, the adult son of Nathan Peternel, a mentor and close friend of Indiana's Lt. Governor, Micah Beckwith. Similar to the topic of Sheriff John Sproles, this could have been an issue that wasn't political. However, due to actions taken by those involved, it has become a matter of concern.</p>

<p>Finally, Bilbrey explores the possibility that Indiana Governor Mike Braun will call a "special session" of the Indiana General Assembly on Monday, October 27, 2025, solely to redistrict Indiana's Congressional Districts—something most Hoosiers neither want nor understand. Bilbrey covers it all here.</p>

<p>This is definitely a show you DO NOT want to miss!</p>

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<p>VIDEO version of Ep 546: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/LCTKSdVFoz4" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/LCTKSdVFoz4</a></p>

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  <title>#531 | And Then Mayor Ridenour Replied! (Muncie's 2026 Budget Battle) | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 21:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</author>
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  <itunes:title>#531 | And Then Mayor Ridenour Replied! (Muncie's 2026 Budget Battle) | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>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. #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the Mayor's recent remarks and shares his perspective on how this situation might develop.&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

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

<p>============================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 531: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/AkBRsZFHYhY" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/AkBRsZFHYhY</a></p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

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

<p>============================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 531: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/AkBRsZFHYhY" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/AkBRsZFHYhY</a></p>

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  <title>#517 | The City of Muncie’s Continuing Struggle With Transparency! | The Political Spotlight</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, &amp; Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight)</author>
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  <itunes:episode>517</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>#517 | The City of Muncie’s Continuing Struggle With Transparency! | The Political Spotlight</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey, while not 100% is on the mend but in a bad mood due to Muncie politics being Muncie politics. Bilbrey dives into Muncie’s second Finance Committee meeting — the one that wasn’t live-streamed, yet may have been the most important of all. Just more of the same in Muncie! #ThePoliticalSpotlight</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and the team have all been feeling under the weather; however, it seems like they might be on the mend! And just in time for some City of Muncie nonsense!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Tune in to this 517th episode as Bilbrey discusses the details of the City's second Finance Committee meeting held at 6 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025. The one that DID NOT get live-streamed... even though it might have been the most important of all the scheduled Finance meetings!&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and the team have all been feeling under the weather; however, it seems like they might be on the mend! And just in time for some City of Muncie nonsense!</p>

<p>Tune in to this 517th episode as Bilbrey discusses the details of the City's second Finance Committee meeting held at 6 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025. The one that DID NOT get live-streamed... even though it might have been the most important of all the scheduled Finance meetings!</p>

<p>Just more of the same for the City of Muncie!</p>

<p>============================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 517: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/1M1xrDY-G7E" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/1M1xrDY-G7E</a> . . .</p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and the team have all been feeling under the weather; however, it seems like they might be on the mend! And just in time for some City of Muncie nonsense!</p>

<p>Tune in to this 517th episode as Bilbrey discusses the details of the City's second Finance Committee meeting held at 6 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025. The one that DID NOT get live-streamed... even though it might have been the most important of all the scheduled Finance meetings!</p>

<p>Just more of the same for the City of Muncie!</p>

<p>============================</p>

<p>VIDEO version of Ep 517: <a href="https://youtube.com/live/1M1xrDY-G7E" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtube.com/live/1M1xrDY-G7E</a> . . .</p>

<p>============================</p>

<p>Enjoy our content? Give us a like or a review!<br>
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<p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThePoliticalSpotlight" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@ThePoliticalSpotlight</a></p>

<p>Audio Podcast: <a href="https://ThePoliticalSpotlight.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ThePoliticalSpotlight.fireside.fm</a><br>
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