Displaying items 11-16 of 16 in total of The Political Spotlight with the tag "delaware county government".
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#685 | The Vulture Eats the Turtle! | The Political Spotlight
June 17th, 2026 | 2 hrs 13 mins
2025 death of a child left in her father's truck, acting mayor of muncie, breaking news, delaware county government, delaware county sheriff's deputy, deputy mayor, dunreith indiana volunteer fire department, follow-up to episodes 676 and 680 and 681, george-jeffrey howe, heartbreaking, henry county, hyperthermia, indiana, local politics, mayor dan ridenour, muncie, muncie board of works meeting, muncie park board meeting, muncie politics, muncie redevelopment commission director, muncie redevelopment commission meeting, severe weather in the midwest, special prosecutor's report to the court, the vulture eats the turtle, wrongful death lawsuit
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. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#681 | The Other Shoe Appears to Be Dropping! | The Political Spotlight
June 10th, 2026 | 2 hrs 38 mins
000 theft case, 2025 death of a child left in her father's truck, acting mayor george-jeff howe, arrest is coming, breaking news, conflict of interest, contracts, coutinho will be fired because of his role in the theft his wife committed, delaware county ema director john coutinho, delaware county government, deputy mayor, ema board recommendations, follow-up to episodes 676 and 680, former ems office manager meagan coutinho, indiana state police investigation, june 15 2025 delaware county commissioners meeting, mayor dan ridenour, muncie redevelopment commission director, nearly $209, newly obtained records from the city of muncie, special prosecutor's report to the court
BREAKING: Just before going live, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey received the Special Prosecutor's report filed with the court regarding the August 14, 2025, death of a child left in her father's truck, a case previously discussed in Episode 680. Bilbrey concludes the episode by reading the report. To start the show, however, Bilbrey reveals that sources close to Delaware County government say the future of Delaware County EMA Director John Coutinho, who has been on paid leave since March 23, may be decided at the June 15 Commissioners' meeting. Sources within the Indiana State Police also indicate an arrest could come at any time in connection with the nearly $209,000 theft case involving his wife, former EMS Office Manager Meagan Coutinho. Bilbrey also examines newly obtained records from the City of Muncie involving Acting Mayor George-Jeff Howe, Deputy Mayor duties, and his continued role with the Muncie Redevelopment Commission, saying that "something about the situation just doesn't feel right." This episode builds on Episode 676. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#676 | Money Is the Root of All Politics! Politics Is a Synonym for Evil! | The Political Spotlight
June 3rd, 2026 | 2 hrs 15 mins
$200, $30, 000, 000.00 bond, acting mayor jeff howe, arrest of former delaware county emergency medical services (ems) office manager meagan coutinho, board of works, city of muncie, claims, conflict of interest, delaware county government, delaware county indiana, delaware county jail, deputy mayor jeff howe, director of the emergency management agency, director of the muncie redevelopment commission jeff howe, how was this possible, husband john coutinho, indiana, indiana state police, local politics, muncie indiana, new raise, no one knew, official misconduct, paid leave, probable cause affidavit, recently appointed deputy mayor, theft, theft from delta high school girls golf booster program, theft from the delaware county government
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey breaks down the probable cause affidavit for the arrest of former Delaware County EMS office manager Meagan Coutinho, who faces six felony charges tied to alleged thefts from Delaware County government, Delaware County EMS, and Delta High School's golf booster program. Bilbrey examines allegations that more than $200,000 was taken over four years and poses the question many residents are now asking: How was this possible? The episode also explores county oversight, the paid leave status of Coutinho's husband, Delaware County EMA Director John Coutinho, and the broader implications for public trust. Plus, Bilbrey highlights a potential salary increase for Muncie's acting mayor and redevelopment director Jeff Howe that may have escaped public attention. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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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
May 18th, 2026 | 2 hrs 17 mins
1200, 1200 citizens, 3-0 vote, Corruption, accountability, broader implications, broader plan, commissioner shannon henry, commissioner sherry riggin, commissioner stephen brand, commissioners meeting, defeat this proposal, delaware county commissioners, delaware county government, huge victory, no further action, no more r's & d's, only you's & me's, ordinance 2026-8, political dynamics, proposed cumulative capital development fund tax, proposed new tax fails, public comment, public hearing, speaking out, stay engaged, tactical pause, tax burden, too easy, transparency, win for the people
Episode 665 of The Political Spotlight breaks down the Delaware County Commissioners’ 3-0 vote to take no further action on the proposed Cumulative Capital Development Fund Tax, following strong public opposition at the public hearing on Monday, May 18, 2026. Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines whether this was truly a victory for taxpayers or part of a larger political strategy, covering citizen concerns, the potential impact of the tax, the decision’s implications moving forward, and what residents should watch for next in Delaware County government. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#618 | Delaware County Theft! / Prairie Creek Follow Up & More! | The Political Spotlight
March 10th, 2026 | 1 hr 43 mins
2026 election, city of muncie, dcems, delaware county, delaware county commissioner shannon henry, delaware county government, delaware county prosecutor eric m hoffman, delaware county republican party chairman tim overton, former delaware county ems office manager meagan r. coutinho, henry county sheriff, indiana state police, mayor dan ridenour, muncie park board, prairie creek reservoir, randy coward, randy howard is a joke, theft, theft investigation, yard signs
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. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#549 | Biased News! Plus: Muncie Recovery OPCO LLC & The BOW’s Meeting! | The Political Spotlight
October 30th, 2025 | 1 hr 56 mins
bias, board of works meeting, delaware county government, delaware county politics, doug walker, indiana, indiana treatment centers, mayor dan ridenour, mental health facility, muncie city government, muncie politics, muncie recovery opco llc, prairie creek reservoir, the star press
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. #ThePoliticalSpotlight