Community Connection Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 A special Tuesday edition of Community Connection today! Join us as we talk with City County Council Majority Leader of Council District 5 Maggie Lewis & Local Psychologist Dr. Denise Hayes about community news & more of today’s pressing topics with our esteemed listeners! 

Community Connection Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 A special Tuesday edition of Community Connection today! Join us as we talk with City County Council Majority Leader of Council District 5 Maggie Lewis &amp; Local Psychologist Dr. Denise Hayes about community news &amp; more of today&rsquo;s pressing topics with our esteemed listeners!&nbsp;

Join WTLC's Tina Cosby as she discusses some of the major news stories and issues in the Greater Indianapolis area in "Community Connection."

Join WTLC's Tina Cosby as she discusses some of the major news stories and issues in the Greater Indianapolis area in "Community Connection."

Community Connection With Tina Cosby

Community Connections February 4th, 2025

**Celebrating Juneteenth and Community Connection**

This week on Community Connection, we're diving into the rich history and culture of Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Our guest, Eunice Trotter, Director, shares her expertise as the Director of the Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation Program, highlighting the significance of Juneteenth and the importance of preserving Black heritage sites in Indiana. From the Martindale area being recognized as a National Register of Historic Places district to the history of Marcus Garvey and the Garveyite movement, this episode is packed with fascinating stories and insights.

Eunice also talks about the upcoming Juneteenth celebration at Indiana Landmarks, featuring a panel discussion, live music, and a celebration of Black culture. Meanwhile, our host Tina Cosby engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Eunice's intern Regina, discussing the challenges faced by young Black entrepreneurs and the importance of preserving Black heritage. The episode also touches on the topic of property tax increases and the Indianapolis Public Education Corporation's efforts to gather community feedback.

Danny Bridges, Sportswriter, Indianapolis Recorder joins Tina to discuss the video of Caitlin Clard and Coach Stephanie White, Indy Car Street Racc in Detroit and the Indianapolis Colts. Throughout the episode, our host and guests discuss the importance of community engagement, cultural preservation, and economic empowerment. They also share personal anecdotes and stories, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in Black history, culture, and community.

Join us for a lively and informative conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and motivated to take action. Listen to the full episode to learn more about Juneteenth, Black heritage, and the importance of community connection.

**Celebrating Juneteenth and Community Connection**
This week on Community Connection, we're diving into the rich history and culture of Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Our guest, Eunice Trotter, Director, shares her expertise as the Director of the Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation Program, highlighting the significance of Juneteenth and the importance of preserving Black heritage sites in Indiana. From the Martindale area being recognized as a National Register of Historic Places district to the history of Marcus Garvey and the Garveyite movement, this episode is packed with fascinating stories and insights.
Eunice also talks about the upcoming Juneteenth celebration at Indiana Landmarks, featuring a panel discussion, live music, and a celebration of Black culture. Meanwhile, our host Tina Cosby engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Eunice's intern Regina, discussing the challenges faced by young Black entrepreneurs and the importance of preserving Black heritage. The episode also touches on the topic of property tax increases and the Indianapolis Public Education Corporation's efforts to gather community feedback.
Danny Bridges, Sportswriter, Indianapolis Recorder joins Tina to discuss the video of Caitlin Clard and Coach Stephanie White, Indy Car Street Racc in Detroit and the Indianapolis Colts. Throughout the episode, our host and guests discuss the importance of community engagement, cultural preservation, and economic empowerment. They also share personal anecdotes and stories, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in Black history, culture, and community.
Join us for a lively and informative conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and motivated to take action. Listen to the full episode to learn more about Juneteenth, Black heritage, and the importance of community connection.

Community Connection - June 4 2026 - Tina Cosby welcomes Eunice Trotter to the Show later Danny Bridges with Sports

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**Community Connection: Weighing In on Taxes and Infrastructure**

This week on Community Connection, we're tackling some of the biggest issues facing our community: taxes and infrastructure. Join us as we dive into the proposed vehicle tax increase and its potential impact on our roads and residents. We'll also explore the city's plan to fix crumbling roads and the mayor's opposition to the proposal.

In this episode, we're joined by City-County Council President Maggie Lewis and Assistant Majority Leader Andy Nielsen, who share their insights on the proposed tax increase and its potential benefits. We'll also hear from listeners who are concerned about the impact of the tax on their wallets and the state of our roads. From the city's plan to fix crumbling roads to the mayor's opposition, we're covering it all.

One of the key points of discussion is the proposed vehicle tax increase, which would raise $50 million annually to fund infrastructure projects. The council believes this is a necessary step to secure matching state funds and address the city's infrastructure needs. However, the mayor argues that the city has tripled road funding over the past decade without raising taxes, and that now is not the time to ask families to shoulder an additional financial burden.

Tune in to hear the full conversation and join the discussion on the proposed vehicle tax increase and its potential impact on our community. Listen to Community Connection to hear from our guests and learn more about the issues that matter most to you.

**Community Connection: Weighing In on Taxes and Infrastructure**This week on Community Connection, we're tackling some of the biggest issues facing our community: taxes and infrastructure. Join us as we dive into the proposed vehicle tax increase and its potential impact on our roads and residents. We'll also explore the city's plan to fix crumbling roads and the mayor's opposition to the proposal.In this episode, we're joined by City-County Council President Maggie Lewis and Assistant Majority Leader Andy Nielsen, who share their insights on the proposed tax increase and its potential benefits. We'll also hear from listeners who are concerned about the impact of the tax on their wallets and the state of our roads. From the city's plan to fix crumbling roads to the mayor's opposition, we're covering it all.One of the key points of discussion is the proposed vehicle tax increase, which would raise $50 million annually to fund infrastructure projects. The council believes this is a necessary step to secure matching state funds and address the city's infrastructure needs. However, the mayor argues that the city has tripled road funding over the past decade without raising taxes, and that now is not the time to ask families to shoulder an additional financial burden.Tune in to hear the full conversation and join the discussion on the proposed vehicle tax increase and its potential impact on our community. Listen to Community Connection to hear from our guests and learn more about the issues that matter most to you.

Community Connection - June 2, 2026 - Tina Cosby with Maggie Lewis - City County Council President and Andy Nielson - City County Council Assistant Majority Leader

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**Community Connection: The Latest on the 16th Street Bridge Closure and More**

Get ready for a lively discussion on this episode of Community Connection! The conversation starts with a personal update from the host, Tina Cosby, about her weekend and a special family celebration. But don't worry, it's not all about the personal stuff - the discussion quickly turns to the big news of the day: the 16th Street Bridge closure. The city says the project will extend the life of the historic arch bridge by fixing broken concrete, but some are worried about the impact on traffic and the city's budget.

The conversation also touches on the upcoming City County Council meeting, where a proposal to raise taxes to fund road repairs will be discussed. The mayor is opposed to the idea, but some council members think it's necessary to get the city's roads in better shape. The discussion gets heated, with some callers sharing their thoughts on the issue. Meanwhile, Tina and producer Eric also talk about the upcoming National Donut Day and shares some interesting facts about the history of donuts.

But it's not all serious talk - the conversation also gets a little lighter with a discussion about the Indiana Fever and their recent game against the Atlanta Dream. Tina talks to B Swift from our sister station Hot 100.9 FM who is the announcer for all home games of the Indiana Fever and Indian Pacers, shares his thoughts on the team's performance and the role of star player Caitlin Clark.

Tune in to hear the full conversation and join the discussion on the issues that matter to you. Listen to this episode of Community Connection to hear more about the 16th Street Bridge closure, the City County Council meeting, and the Indiana Fever.

**Community Connection: The Latest on the 16th Street Bridge Closure and More**
Get ready for a lively discussion on this episode of Community Connection! The conversation starts with a personal update from the host, Tina Cosby, about her weekend and a special family celebration. But don't worry, it's not all about the personal stuff - the discussion quickly turns to the big news of the day: the 16th Street Bridge closure. The city says the project will extend the life of the historic arch bridge by fixing broken concrete, but some are worried about the impact on traffic and the city's budget.
The conversation also touches on the upcoming City County Council meeting, where a proposal to raise taxes to fund road repairs will be discussed. The mayor is opposed to the idea, but some council members think it's necessary to get the city's roads in better shape. The discussion gets heated, with some callers sharing their thoughts on the issue. Meanwhile, Tina and producer Eric also talk about the upcoming National Donut Day and shares some interesting facts about the history of donuts.
But it's not all serious talk - the conversation also gets a little lighter with a discussion about the Indiana Fever and their recent game against the Atlanta Dream. Tina talks to B Swift from our sister station Hot 100.9 FM who is the announcer for all home games of the Indiana Fever and Indian Pacers, shares his thoughts on the team's performance and the role of star player Caitlin Clark.
Tune in to hear the full conversation and join the discussion on the issues that matter to you. Listen to this episode of Community Connection to hear more about the 16th Street Bridge closure, the City County Council meeting, and the Indiana Fever.

Community Connection - June 1 2026 - Tina Cosby w Open Lines

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