Displaying items 31-40 of 55 in total of The Political Spotlight with the tag "muncie".
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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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#679 | We Do What We Do Because It’s Right! | The Political Spotlight
June 8th, 2026 | 1 hr 45 mins
Communication, Politics, Truth, accountability, anderson, delaware county, democrats, doing what's right, fight the fight, government, indiana gop 5th district, indiana state democratic party, indiana state republican party, local, madison county, muncie, national, public servants, republicans, state, state parties, transparency, what it's all about, why it matters, you are needed to help in the fight
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reminds the audience why he fights the fight! Why it matters! What it's all about... and, more importantly, why YOU are needed to help in the fight! #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#674 | Muncie's Tomorrow — The Promises, The Problems, & The Truth! | The Political Spotlight
May 31st, 2026 | 1 hr 59 mins
Professionalism, accountability, acting mayor jeff howe, at the precipice, body camera footage, case study for police training, city council meeting, conflict of interest, current director of the muncie redevelopment commission jeff howe, deputy, dual lucrative offices, ego check, important ordinances and a resolution, indiana, indiana politics, law enforcement, local politics, muncie, muncie city council, muncie indiana, muncie mayor dan ridenour, muncie politics, muncie's tomorrow, no right hand, oath of office, palm beach county florida sheriff's office, political future, public hearing, recently appointed deputy mayor jeff howe, ridenour's medical leave, the problems, the promises, the truth, transition of power, uncertain and potentially consequential times, viral traffic stop, woman accused of illegally using cell phone with right hand while driving
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey looks at the uncertain times the City of Muncie, Indiana, is getting ready to enter during the 674th episode of 'The Political Spotlight.' Mayor Dan Ridenour hands the city's leadership to Acting Mayor Jeff Howe, and Bilbrey examines the transition, questions Howe's appointment, and considers what the coming weeks could mean for Muncie's future. He also previews a potentially contentious Muncie City Council meeting where key ordinances, a resolution, and public concerns are expected to take center stage. Then, Bilbrey breaks down a viral Florida traffic stop that has sparked national outrage after a deputy accused a woman of using her right hand to hold a cell phone—despite the fact that she does not have a right hand. The incident raises serious questions about accountability, professionalism, and police training. From local politics and leadership transitions to public trust and law enforcement accountability, Episode 674 covers the stories that matter most. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#666 | The Episode From Hell! | The Political Spotlight
May 19th, 2026 | 2 hrs 48 mins
Politics, bilbrey to the rescue, breaking news, broken ribs, dan ridenour, delaware county, due regard, episode 666, fbi, filing fees, hcsd car accident, hearing, henry county, henry county's lame duck sheriff john sproles, independent federal agency, indiana, insurance claim, key to the city, knightstown's 2026 primary election, local government, mayor on the move, muncie, muncie mayor, muncie park board meeting, new castle, pcr, petitioners, prairie creek reservoir, public speaking, respondents, special election, sproles' lies, the episode from hell, the political spotlight, unofficial review, verified petition to contest an election
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
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#662 | Delaware County Commissioners Want MORE Taxes! What Say You? | The Political Spotlight
May 14th, 2026 | 1 hr 59 mins
Communication, First Amendment, Fourth Amendment, a light on the darkened path, a voice of reason amid the chaos & corruption, accountability, commissioners meeting, conservative republican, cumulative capital development fund, delaware county, delaware county commissioners, government spending, indiana politics, muncie, newly proposed property tax increase, priorities, property taxes, public hearing, real accountability, real conversations, real issues, rinos, shannon henry, sherry riggin, stephen brand, tax increase, taxpayers, transparency
In Episode 662 of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey breaks down a proposed property tax increase in Delaware County tied to the new “Cumulative Capital Development Fund” and explains why the upcoming public hearing could have major consequences for local taxpayers. Bilbrey examines what the fund would support, why local officials are pursuing the increase, and what citizens can legally do to oppose it ahead of the May 18th Commissioners meeting in Muncie, Indiana. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#643 | Randall McCallister (R) Candidate for State Representative Dist 34! | The Political Spotlight
April 19th, 2026 | 1 hr 23 mins
delaware county, election 2026, indiana politics, indiana state representative for district 34, muncie, national politics, randall mccallister, republican, state house
Join Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey as he welcomes Randall McCallister, Republican candidate for Indiana State Representative for District 34, to the show. McCallister, who has been active in national political campaigns for the past few years, decided to throw his hat in the ring for the office of Representative to the Indiana State House for District 34, which is made up mostly of the city of Muncie. He hopes to capture the seat for the Republicans for the first time since 1994, when Fred Wenger (R) was defeated after serving only one term. Bilbrey and McCallister discuss the campaign, McCallister's thoughts on Indiana's current state, and his plans for legislation if elected. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#635 | Nut Up... Or Get Out of the Way! | The Political Spotlight
April 7th, 2026 | 1 hr 30 mins
2026 election season, Indianapolis, Portland, anderson, blackford county, city council, commissioners, delaware county, elected public servants, grant county, hartford city, henry county, indiana politics, jay county, madison county, marion, marion county, mayor, muncie, new castle, primary election nut up, randolph county, randy howard< flock cameras, sheriff, wincehster
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey has a clear message for all currently elected and appointed public servants everywhere, as well as for everyone currently campaigning to become an elected public servant! Specifically, to those current candidates aiming to win the primary and general elections to become elected public servants, listen very carefully and think deeply: Is this truly what you want? #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#633 | Upcoming Governmental Meetings, Candidate Forums, & More! | The Political Spotlight
April 5th, 2026 | 2 hrs 5 mins
2026 primary election, candidate for henry county sheriff jason williams, candidate forums, candidate interviews, delaware county, delaware county commissioners meeting, henry county, henry county sheriff john sproles, indiana politics, live q&a sessions, louis galligan, muncie, muncie city council meeting, prosecutor david daly, randolph county, sex crimes, voter registration deadline
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey anticipates a busy political week ahead. He begins this episode by reviewing all scheduled events for the week, including the Delaware County Commissioners meeting, the Muncie City Council meeting, and the live Q&A sessions that Henry County Sheriff John M. Sproles will kick off—all planned for Monday, April 6, 2026. Voter registration for the upcoming primary election will also close at 11:59 p.m. Monday night, as early voting begins Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He also discusses the two Candidate Forums scheduled in Henry County this week: the first on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, and the second on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Lastly, Bilbrey mentions the interviews with the Henry County Sheriff and Prosecutor candidates conducted by Henry County citizen Gayla Taylor that aired earlier today (Sunday, April 5, 2026). #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#628 | Responsibility, Another Tort Claim, and Our Offer! | The Political Spotlight
March 29th, 2026 | 1 hr 59 mins
bilbrey's offer, communications director amber greene, councilor dale basham, delaware county, henry county, henry county sheriff, indiana politics, john m. sproles, mayor dan ridenour, muncie, muncie city council meeting, new castle, public records request, randy howard, tort claim notice
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey begins this 628th episode by talking about the City of Muncie, Indiana. Bilbrey discusses the upcoming City Council meeting set for Monday, April 6, 2026. He also covers the responsibilities citizens have when participating in politics and government. Next, Bilbrey highlights the latest developments in the ongoing chaos surrounding the current election for Sheriff of Henry County, Indiana. Finally, Bilbrey shares a generous offer made to two different groups in Henry County, Indiana. #ThePoliticalSpotlight
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#610 | Monday-Funday (Free-for-All Chat)! | The Political Spotlight The Political Spotlight
February 23rd, 2026 | 1 hr 34 mins
2026 election cycle, Politics, anderson, defamation of character, delaware county, free for all, hcsd, henry county, henry county sheriff john m. sproles, indiana, libel, madison county, monday-funday, muncie, muncie city council meeting, new castle, odds and ends, open chat, randolph county, randy coward, republican candidate for henry county sheriff randy howard, slander, studio move, winchester
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey has just about had all the studio moving he can handle... not to mention it's happening right in the middle of the kickoff of the 2026 Election Season, as well as during what is shaping up to be a busier-than-usual "end-of-winter period," politically speaking! It's all just a bit too much! And that's why this 610th episode is a "free association" show. A Monday-Funday (Free-for-All Chat)! But don't worry, Bilbrey will cover a few political and governmental odds and ends! #ThePoliticalSpotlight