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In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week I’ll share with you a conversation that Lisa and I had with musician and author Charlie Parr during his most recent visit to Austin And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter about last week’s Page Turners event and also some events that are coming up in the next few weeks. I would like to tak...

In this episode of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast I'll share some news from the past week. Then in the City of Austin segment, I’ll be talking with Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Director Jason Sehon. We’ll talk about numerous topics including summer job opportunities, adopt-a-boulevard tree, and events coming up. And I'll also share some events on the Community Canendar. Thank you...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. We’ll be talking with Jim Stiles from the Austin Chapter of the Izaak Walton League. We are just over a week away from the first steak cookout fundraiser of the year. We’ll tell you how you can join in. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Meredith Meloney about the  spring ephemerals that you can see all...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be talking by phone with Jess Lourey. Today at Noon Jess, along with two other authors, will be stopping by Sweet Reads. This is the first stop on their 17 stop tour. Moe details coming up in a few moments.. And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter about this week’s Page Turners even...

In this episode I'll share some news items for the week. And then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with Assistant City Engineer Andrew Sorenson. There are a number of street projects that start this week. We’ll talk about those projects and some of the other work that is scheduled throughout the construction season.  And I'll also have some items on the Community Calendar. I...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. We’ll be talking with the facilitator and a couple of students from the Mower County CEO program about their upcoming trade show. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Luke Reese about the replanting of trees both at the Nature Center and around town. We’ll tell you how you can get involved and help make th...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be talking with Sue Grove, a member of the Austin Page Turners committee. We’ll talk about this year’s Page Turners event and the authors that will be featured. And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll continue with Page Turners information as I welcome Peggy Benzkofer and Bonnie Rietz, Co-chairs of this year’s...

 In this episode I’ll share some news stories from the past week with you. Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with Chief of Police David McKichen. With numerous construction projects starting around town plus more motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians out and about, now is a good time to be more aware while out on our roadways. As always, thank you for being a large part of the...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. We’ll be talking with folks from the Parenting Resource Center to learn about a Mother’s Day Tea and also this year’s Taste of Nations event. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Meredith Meloney about bird eggs and some of the unique differences in some of them As always, thank you for being a large part...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be talking with author Stephanie Landsem. We’ll talk about her journey to become a published author and her latest book, The Fault Between Us. I will also be at the Austin Public Library to talk with Sally Baker, President of the Ladies Floral Club. On April 29th the Floral Club will be holding their annual fundr...

In this episode I share some news from the past few days. And in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with Holly Wallace, Planning & Zoning Administrator and Planning Commission member Jay Lutz. We’ll talk about just what the planning commission is and what role it serves in our city. I'll also have some events for you on the Community Calendar. Thank you for being a large part of t...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. We’ll be talking with Jamey Helgeson from Life Mower County. This weekend is the annual Walk for Autism and coming up on May 2nd is the Beer, Bacon, and Beignets fundraising event. We’ll share details of how you can get involved.  Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese. Last week the Arte...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be talking with Jade Burnham from Hot Off the Press Comics and Coffee. From Superman Day to Free Comics Day to Global Book Crawl week, there is a lot going on at Hot Off the Press. I will also be at the Austin Public Library to talk with Julie Clinefelter. Due to some staffing issues, the Austin Public Library is...

Coming up in this episode I'll share with you some of the life events that have been taking place over the last few months. Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with Building Official Fred Husemoller. As a new construction season gets underway, we’ll talk about things you should know when starting a project around your house and hiring a contractor. And then a couple of communit...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. We’ll be talking with the operators of Floatin’ Goat Outfitters. We’ll learn about how kayak rentals work and some of the different places that you can use their services. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Emma Kelsey, Naturalist Intern. For many years it was believed that only male birds would sing. Ho...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be talking about some wonderful opportunities for you to participate in a couple of local book reads, a book crawl, and visit with some authors. I will also be at the Austin Public Library to talk with Julie Clinefelter. We’ll recap the library conference that the library staff had the opportunity to attend last...

In this episode I shall a couple of news items with you. Then in this week’s City of Austin segment I’ll be joined by Jason Sehon, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry. We’ll talk about some wonderful employment opportunities for youth and adults. Plus some information about the Adopt-A-Boulevard program, where you can help give newly planted trees a good chance of surviving to maturity. An...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. We’ll be talking about some events coming up in the next few weeks and also take a look at some things that will be coming to Austin through the summer months. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese. We’ll recap last week’s kick-off event for the Nature Playscape and also explain why you...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be talking about some wonderful opportunities for you to participate in a couple of local book reads. I will also be at the Austin Public Library to talk with Julie Clinefelter. We’ll talk about how the library is going to be closed for a few days for the staff to attend a conference. We’ll also look ahead to the...

In this episode i share some news from the past week with you, Then in this week’s City of Austin segment I’ll be joined by Glen Morris, water quality and GIS specialist. We’ll be talking about storm water and some events coming up where you can help clean up the community. And then I'll take a look at some events on the Community Calendar. I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. This week we’ll be joined by Nate Smit, one of the people working to bring a White Water Park to downtown Austin. We'll talk about the project, how it could benefit Austin, and where the project stands now. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Naturalist and Office Manager Meredith Meloney. We’ll be t...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be joined by Carmen Tribbett, creator of the Monster Dog series of books. I will also be at the Austin Public Library to talk with Julie Clinefelter. We’ll talk about the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale, and also some changes to the library schedule for next week as the staff attends a library conference....

In this Season 2 Episode 112 edition of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast I'll share some news items with you. Then in this week’s City of Austin segment I’ll be joined by Ian Caruso from the Austin Fire Department. He’ll talk about his journey from part-time to full time firefighter. And with this year’s Paint The Town Pink events wrapping up I’ll stop in at the Hormel Institute to talk wit...

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. This week we’ll be talking about an opportunity for you and your pup to get ready for the holiday with an Easter themed photo shoot. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese. We’ll share more details on the kick-off event for the Nature Playscape at the Nature Center. And I will also visit...

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week we will be joined by Theresa Wilhelm Waldof about her book Wilhelm's Way: The Inspiring Story of the Iowa Chemist Who Saved the Manhattan Project. I will also be at the Austin Public Library to talk with the Julie Clinefelter. We’ll recap the Comic Con from this past weekend, visit about a class to avoid getting sca...