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Todd Smekens

Indiana
20-year veteran of investigative journalism, mainly following the money to determine who is influencing government decisions.
West Lafayette Just Did Unanimously What Muncie Won't Discuss Yet

West Lafayette Just Did Unanimously What Muncie Won't Discuss Yet

Todd Smekens 07 Oct 2026
New Albany Refuses Access to Legal Bills as Public Access Shakeup Hits Statehouse

New Albany Refuses Access to Legal Bills as Public Access Shakeup Hits Statehouse

Todd Smekens 03 Oct 2026
Flock Cameras

Hoosier Watchdogs — The Flock Files

Todd Smekens 28 Sep 2026
Oligarchy: Shadow Boards and Slush Funds

Oligarchy: Shadow Boards and Slush Funds

How do economic development decisions happen before public votes take place? A new investigation by Muncie Voice examines the roles of quasi-public boards, municipal commissions, and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) structures in Indiana. Read the full analysis on local and state governance processes.
Todd Smekens 06 Sep 2026

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