In this episode of Community Connection, Tina Cosby and James Patterson dive into the latest local news and politics. They discuss the recent primary elections in Indiana, where voter turnout was higher than expected, but still fell short of 20%. They also talk about a lawsuit filed by the Hoosier Environmental Council and local residents against the Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission regarding a proposed data center in Martindale Brightwood. The conversation also touches on the importance of writing and storytelling, as they're joined by, Rev. Dr. Clyde Posley Jr. Senior Pastor, Antioch Fountain of Grace Church, Alicia Murray, Motivational Speaker and Author of "The Family of Miracles", Carla Castro Martin, Motivational Speaker and Author of "Pause & Rest" and Dr. Tyra Seldon, Owner, Seldon Writing Group, LLC and Author of "Finish it: A Guide to Successfully Writing Your Book". They discuss their experiences and the power of writing about faith. 

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On this primary election day, Tina Cosby and Eric Garnes discuss the latest news and updates from around the city. They're joined by Julia Vaughn, Executive Director, of Common Cause Indiana, voter education contributor, who shares insights on the high turnout for early voting and the importance of making your voice heard. They also talk to City Council President Maggie Lewis and Councilors Andy Nielsen of Council District 14 and Rena Allen of Council District 15 about the city's new curfew law and the pause on new data center rezoning. The conversation covers the impact of the Supreme Court's decision on voting rights and the need for federal voting reforms.

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In this episode of Community Connection, Tina Cosby is joined by Cordelia Lewis-Burks a Veteran Political Strategist and Voting Rights Advocate. Ryan Mears, Democrat Incumbent Marion County Prosecutor, Candidate for Re-election joins Tina.  Claudette Peterson, Democrat candidate running for Pike Township Trustee candidate in Marion County.  She is currently Pike Twp. Board Chair, and also joining Tina, Demetrius Hicks, (D) for Indiana State Senate District 29. They discuss their platforms, experiences, and visions for their respective roles. Claudette shares her background in business and her commitment to serving the community, while Demetrius highlights his legislative experience and plans to address issues like poverty, education, and local government attacks. The conversation touches on the importance of community engagement and the need for forward-thinking leadership.

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In this episode of Community Connection, Tina Cosby and Contributing Analyst James Patterson is joined by Democrat Pike Twp Trustee Candidate, Melody Barber-Hence discussing her plans if she wins the election against her opponent.  The discussion covers the importance of voter participation with Reverend Clyde Posey, a senior pastor at Fountain of Grace Church. They talk about the upcoming Souls to the Polls event, which aims to transport people to early voting locations. Reverend Posey shares his insights on the connection between democracy, voter registration, and evil, highlighting the power of participation in shaping the future. The conversation also touches on the recent Supreme Court decision and its implications for voting rights.

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In this episode of Community Connection, Tina Cosby is joined by Kelvis Williams, a Democratic candidate for Sheriff of Marion County. They discuss his background, including his 25-year career with the Indiana State Police and his current role as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Marion County Sheriff's Department. Kelvis shares his plans for improving conditions in the jail, addressing recidivism, and providing support for mentally ill individuals. They also touch on the importance of community involvement and collaboration with other organizations to address homelessness and mental health issues.

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In this episode of Community Connection, Tina Cosby is joined by Denise Paul Hatch, a candidate running for Indiana's seventh congressional district seat, and Reverend David Green, a candidate for Indiana State Senate District 29. They discuss their platforms, experiences, and visions for their communities. Denise shares her story of overcoming challenges as a constable and her plans to address issues like immigration reform and public safety. Reverend Green talks about his 30-year experience as a pastor and his focus on addressing policy and moral issues in the community.

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In this episode of Community Connection, Tina Cosby and Eric discuss the recent White House Correspondents' dinner incident and the ongoing debate about gun control. They also talk to Democratic Candidate for Marion County Sheriff, Gregory Patrick about his platform and vision for the community. Additionally, they address the importance of being weather-aware as a severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 7 PM. The conversation touches on the need for common sense gun regulation and the role of law enforcement in the community.

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Tina Cosby is joined by Contributing Analyst James Patterson.  Tina welcomes Paul Woods, a Democratic primary candidate for (D) Pike Township Constable. They discuss Woods' background as a military veteran and emphasizes the importance of education and community outreach and shares his plans to make Pike Township a leader in providing services to its residents. The conversation also touches on the challenges of getting the word out about his candidacy and the importance of staying visible in the community.

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In this episode of Community Connection, Tina Cosby dives into the world of politics and community health. She's joined by Dr. Elizabeth Bowman, Dr. of Public Health and the Marion County Public Health Department Administrator of Epidemiology.  Tina is joined later by Annette Johnson, the incumbent Pike Township Trustee, who's running for her third term. They discuss the challenges facing Pike Township, including the ongoing concern about Eagle Creek Park and transportation issues. The conversation also touches on the importance of client services, community resources, and the Pike Township Fire Department's independence. Additionally, Tina talks with Danny Bridges, a Sportswriter for the Indianapolis Recorder, they discuss the NFL draft happening tonight and the potential of Indiana athletes.

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