The Political Spotlight - Episodes Tagged with “Delaware County Government”

#685 | The Vulture Eats the Turtle! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and producer Kate keep a close eye on severe weather in the Midwest, particularly in Illinois and Indiana. The team will be ready to cover and document what comes their way during the live broadcast! The main thing is for everyone to stay vigilant and safe!

Beyond that, Bilbrey has a few points to discuss regarding the current "Acting" Mayor of Muncie, Indiana, George-Jeffrey Howe. With last night's Park Board meeting (Tuesday, June 16, 2026), today's Board of Works meeting (Wednesday, June 17, 2026), and tomorrow's Muncie Redevelopment Commission meeting (Thursday, June 18, 2026) in mind, Bilbrey thinks this is the BEST time to ask Howe a few questions that keep coming up, yet no one seems to want to answer them!

Bilbrey then brings up the situation involving the Dunreith Indiana Volunteer Fire Department (in Henry County, Indiana). There appear to be serious issues here, and The Political Spotlight WILL get it sorted!

Lastly, Bilbrey has BREAKING NEWS about the extremely heartbreaking "death of the 11-year-old child of the Delaware County Sheriff's Deputy who left her in his truck after school on August 14, 2025." You WILL NOT want to miss this information, especially if you have been unhappy with the recent decision.

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VIDEO version of Ep 685: https://youtube.com/live/zoVWxf1JuCw

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#681 | The Other Shoe Appears to Be Dropping! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

*BREAKING... right before going to air LIVE on this episode, a source provided Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey with the Special Prosecutor's Report to the Court in connection to the death of the child who was left in her father's truck on August 14, 2025. Bilbrey discussed this situation in episode 680. Bilbrey decided to cover the items already planned for this episode... but he does finish this episode by reading that report. For more details on that situation, please click the following link to episode 680: https://youtube.com/live/bEIMsKaGmS0 . . . *

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is here to tell the world that the other shoe appears to be dropping!

That's right, the wait to find out whether John Coutinho, Director of the Delaware County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), knew what his wife, Meagan Coutinho, was up to while she was stealing nearly $209,000 from the Delaware County government, where she also worked as the Office Manager for the Delaware County Emergency Medical Services (EMS)... IS ALMOST OVER!

Sources close to the Delaware County government reported to Bilbrey today, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, that John Coutinho's time as EMA Director, on "paid leave" since Monday, March 23, 2026, will end during the upcoming Delaware County Commissioners meeting, which will take place at 9 a.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026.

But that's not it! Sources within the Indiana State Police have also stated that John's arrest could come at any time!

Needless to say, it feels as if the other shoe is dropping here!

Then Bilbrey turns his attention to the current "Acting" Mayor of Muncie, Mr. George-Jeff Howe. The recently appointed "Deputy" Mayor... and still the current Director of the Muncie Redevelopment Commission. The City of Muncie provided Bilbrey with the records he requested a couple of days ago... AND SOMETHING... JUST... DOES... NOT... FEEL... RIGHT!

Will this be the other shoe dropping here? Only time will tell!

This episode connects to episode 676. Click the following link to listen to that episode: https://youtube.com/live/oa9h375x6QM . . .

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VIDEO version of Ep 681: https://youtube.com/live/peN24gRaVfc

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#676 | Money Is the Root of All Politics! Politics Is a Synonym for Evil! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines the Probable Cause Affidavit for the arrest of former Delaware County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) office manager Meagan Coutinho.

Coutinho was arrested earlier today, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, by the Indiana State Police on six felony charges. She was booked into the Delaware County Jail on a $30,000.00 bond and was able to bond out of jail almost immediately.

Her charges stem from two separate incidents. One involves allegations of theft from the Delaware County Government, and the other involves allegations of theft from a sports booster program at Delta High School.

Coutinho's charges are as follows:

Count 1: Theft
(Delta Golf Boosters)
IC 35-43-4-2 Level 6 Felony...

Count 2: Theft
(Delaware County Government)
IC 35-43-4-2 Level 5 Felony...

Count 3: Theft
(Delaware County EMS)
IC 35-43-4-2 Level 6 Felony...

Count 4: Theft
(Delaware County Government)
IC 35-43-4-2 Level 6 Felony...

Count 5: Official Misconduct
IC 35-44.1-1-1 Level 6 Felony...

Count 6: Conflict of Interest
IC 35-44.1-1-4 Level 5 Felony...

Coutinho is alleged to have taken more than $200,000 over the past four years, during which she was among the 20 highest-paid employees in Delaware County. Bilbrey demands to know how this was possible!

There is much to unpack about Coutinho's actions, but that is only half the story. Her husband, John, is the Director of the Emergency Management Agency of Delaware County. He has been on paid leave while this investigation runs its course. What did he know? How could he not have known? Again, HOW WAS THIS POSSIBLE?

Bilbrey examines the broader implications of this situation.

While keeping the focus on fiscal questions, Bilbrey shifts to the City of Muncie. The Board of Works held its weekly meeting earlier today, Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The meeting raised a serious concern for careful observers.

Did Jeff Howe, the Director of the Muncie Redevelopment Commission and the recently appointed Deputy Mayor, who is also currently the "Acting" Mayor of the City of Muncie, receive a raise around the first of the year (2026) that no one knew about?

All this and more in an ACTION-PACKED episode!

This episode connects to episode 681. Click the following link to listen to that episode: https://youtube.com/live/peN24gRaVfc . . .

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VIDEO version of Ep 676: https://youtube.com/live/oa9h375x6QM

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#665 | "No More R's & D's... Only You's & Me's!" Del Co's CCDF Tax is DOA! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Mon, 18 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A “huge victory” for the citizens of Delaware County, or a tactical pause within a broader plan for those in the Delaware County government?

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines every angle of the day's events in this 665th episode of 'The Political Spotlight.' Bilbrey dives into the public hearing of the Delaware County Commissioners that took place at 9 a.m. this morning (Monday, May 18, 2026). After several citizens voiced concerns, all opposing the county’s move to create a new tax, the Delaware County Commissioners voted 3-0 to take NO FURTHER ACTION on Ordinance 2026-8, which would establish a Cumulative Capital Development Fund Tax in Delaware County.

A WIN FOR THE PEOPLE, RIGHT!?

Well, that's just it... Honestly, Bilbrey is questioning just how easy it was to defeat this proposal.

What you’ll see in this episode:

A walkthrough of the events leading up to the vote and the 3-0 decision to “take no further action.”
Who spoke up, what concerns they raised, and how those concerns were addressed (or not).
What a Cumulative Capital Development Fund Tax is supposed to do, and what “no further action” means for the county’s budget and services.
The broader implications for taxpayers, local governance, and future political dynamics in Delaware County.
The questions to watch for moving forward, and how residents can stay engaged.

Share your thoughts in the comments! Was this a clear-cut victory for the citizens of Delaware County? Or was this all part of a bigger plan?

Share this episode with every Hoosier you know!

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VIDEO version of Ep 665: https://youtube.com/live/nuM3f78Om7I

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#618 | Delaware County Theft! / Prairie Creek Follow Up & More! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the recent theft allegations against the office manager of Delaware County, Indiana, EMS.

This has led to her separation from the Delaware County Government and an investigation by the Indiana State Police.

Bilbrey tries to explain why this is a common occurrence.

He then updates the audience on the Prairie Creek Reservoir situation, monitors potential severe weather, and discusses news he heard about the Delaware County Republican Chairman, Tim Overton.

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VIDEO version of Ep 618: https://youtube.com/live/KHsZo1vua7A

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#549 | Biased News! Plus: Muncie Recovery OPCO LLC & The BOW’s Meeting! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the bias of The Star Press in their coverage (or lack thereof) concerning the Muncie City Government.

Additionally, Bilbrey reviews the Muncie City Board of Works Meeting from Wednesday, October 29, 2025, and provides the latest update on the Delaware County Mental Health Facility.

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VIDEO version of Ep 549: https://youtube.com/live/hPre23JxJsQ

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