Wright Here Right Now, Discover Austin Minnesota 's Podcast

In this edition of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast, in the City of Austin segment I’ll be talking with City engineer Steven Lang. The month of July started off with back to back heavy rain events that caused some flooding issues around the city. We’ll talk about those events and things that can be done to help minimize future events.Also, this past weekend musician Scott Jasmin was in town for a couple of performances. I had the opportunity to visit with Scott and talk about some of his new music, his writing process, and some appearances that he will be making later this summer and fall.As I have mentioned before, there were a couple of people that were the first ones to jump on board with me and help make this podcast possible. Scott was one of those people. He was excited at the opportunity to have his music included as the theme for this podcast.Along with Scott and a handful of other people that have been a part of this project since the very beginning, there has been you. Your support and encouragement has been incredible. I am always interested in hearing from you.Do you have an idea, comment, or even just a suggestion to share? You can reach me by email at [email protected] can also shoot me a quick text message. The dedicated text number is 507-222-9595. Or you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office by dialing 507.437.4563. I promise to respond to all email, texts, and messages.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Director Nancy Schnable and special guest John Devries from the River Rats Car Club. The Annual River Rats Car show is coming up in a few weeks and we’ll share all the details of what you can expect at this year’s event.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese. We’ll recap the Dammen Family Fun Day and the latest Nature Jam and also talk about the impacts that the wildfires up north are having on this area.And I’ll catch up with Dr. Chel Page, Executive Director at the Austin Area Foundation. Now is the time for eligible groups and organizations to submit their applications for this years Austin Area Foundation grants. And we’ll also reveal an exciting new event coming up later this year.I’d like to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through the last two years, whether it has been through downloading each episode, sharing kind words, comments and suggestions has been very encouraging. However, there is still plenty of room for growth. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be visiting with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore visiting with author Mindy Mejia. We’ll talk about how she got into writing and her latest book, The Whisper Place.Then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter. It’s time to start wrapping up the summer reading program and look forward to some upcoming events.And I will also be at Austin Utilities to talk with Melissa Swenson, Communications & Energy Services Manager  and Alex Bumgardner, Utility Operations Director. In recent weeks the temperatures and humidity pushed electricity usage to the point that some usage reduction plans needed to be implemented. We’ll talk about some of those plans and ways that you can keep informed about current electrical grid conditions.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

Coming up in this episode I'll recap a couple of news items from the past week.Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with City Finance Director Emily Burns. Preliminary work is underway to develop next year's budget. There are a number of ways that you can get involved in the process and we’ll talk about those ways in just a few moments.I’d like to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through the last two years, whether it has been through downloading each episode, sharing kind words, comments and suggestions has been very encouraging. However, there is still plenty of room for growth. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Director Nancy Schnable about some of the new foods that will be available this year at the MN State Fair. And then we’ll be joined by Kevin Finley, President of the Mower County Fair Board. We’ll let you know about some of the new and returning things taking place at this year’s fair.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Meredith Meloney about this week’s Dammen Family Fun Day Fundraiser and the next Nature Jam.Before I speak with today’s guests I’d like to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through the last two years, whether it has been through downloading each episode, sharing kind words, comments and suggestions has been very encouraging. However, there is still plenty of room for growth. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be visiting with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. The “Where’s Waldo” scavenger hunt is at the midpoint. Almost 30 stores are participating this year. Pick up your map, find Waldo, and maybe win some prizes. We’ll explain how you can participate. And we’ll also talk about some upcoming author visits to Austin.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Courtney Schmitt. This week we will be talking about ways to beat the summer heat with some fun programs at the library.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I tell you about a project that I need your input on to make it happen.Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with Director of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Jason Sehon and Mark Bliese from the Austin Enhancement Group. The next High Water Music Series event takes place later this week and you’ll hear all the details coming up.I would like to  thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

 In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Jayne Ekins, an organizer for the World Cube Association. Austin Cubing 2026 is going to be held at the Doubletree event center on Saturday July 25th. We’ll talk about the competition and how you can get involved.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese. We’ll get an update on the Nature Playscape Fundraising effort and tell you all about Dammen Family Fun Day, the rubber duck race, and the next Nature Jam which all take place Saturday July 18th. I need to let you know that today’s episode marks a major milestone. Back on July 10th, 2024, with the encouragement of a number of people, I launched the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. In those early episodes it was just a single segment, the Discover Austin report. Within just a couple of weeks I had a number of entities reach out and ask if they could come on board. Very quickly I was able to expand from just one episode a week to the current three episodes per week. I am incredibly grateful to all of the partners who saw value in what I was trying to do with the podcast and have stuck with me through the first two years.But I am equally as grateful to all of you who download episodes and listen in. Without you, very quickly this program would disappear.So thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through the last two years, whether it has been through downloading each episode, sharing kind words, comments and suggestions has been very encouraging. However, there is still plenty of room for growth. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be visiting with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. The “Where’s Waldo” scavenger hunt continues throughout the month of July.  Almost 30 stores are participating this year. Pick up your map, find Waldo, and maybe win some prizes. We’ll explain how you can participate. And we’ll also talk about some upcoming author visits to Austin.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter. This week we will be introduced to the new Youth Services Librarian Staci Waltman.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I'll share some thoughts from this past weekend with you.Then  in the City of Austin segment I’ll be talking with Chief of Police Michael Hartman. We’ll talk about his journey to become the head of the department and some of the things he sees coming to the force in the next few months.And I'll also share some upcoming Community Events with you.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Taggert Medgaarden from the Austin Morning Lions Club. This weekend the Lions will not only be busy with their go cart team in area parades but also with the annual Fly-in Breakfast on Sunday at the Austin Municipal Airport. Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Office Manager and Naturalist Meredith Meloney. We’ll recap last week’s Nature Jam and look ahead to the Dammen Day Fundraising event and the next Nature Jam.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be visiting with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. One of the most fun scavenger hunts of the summer kicks off today. Where’s Waldo! Almost 30 stores are participating this year. Pick up your map, find Waldo, and maybe win some prizes. We’ll explain how you can participate.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter about freedom and what that means to libraries and everyone that uses them.And I’ll catch up with Phil Burkhart from the Austin Symphony. We’ll hear about the Symphony’s plans for the Fourth of July celebration and also a preview of the Austin Symphony Orchestra's upcoming season.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

 In this episode I’ll visit with City Engineer Steven Lang. We’ll talk about the progress that is being made on the Oakland Avenue reconstruction project and look forward to some of the other street work yet to come this summer.And then some Community Calendar events to get you through the July 4th holiday.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Mark Bliese from the Austin Enhancement Group. An amazing number of events have been put together to help us all celebrate the Independence Day holiday. We’ll talk about some of these events including a drone show scheduled for July 3rd.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese about the first Nature Jam of the year and also about why some crab walk sideways.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo and Her special guest Prexy Nesbitt. We’ll be talking about just some of the events the he has been involved with as a global activist.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter about some of the upcoming programming at the library.And I’ll also share with you more from the Global Cancer Consortium that was recently held at the Hormel Institute. Connecting researchers to real world stories of how their research is impacting patients was a large part of the consortium. Dr. Robert Clarke, Executive Director and Patient Advocate Beth Lortz will share how important this connection is to the scientists and researchers working around the world.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this edition of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast I share a little news with you.Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with Tim Olson from the Austin Fire Department. This time of year people love to play with fireworks. We’ll talk about ways to celebrate the Fourth of July and stay safe.I’ll also have a conversation with Danny Welch, a professor at the University of Kansas Cancer Center and Dr. Robert Clarke, Executive Director at the Hormel Institute. The Global Cancer Consortium was recently held in Austin both Professor Welch and Dr. Clarke will talk about the importance of holding this event in Austin.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode in the  Discover Austin segment I’ll be visiting with Nancy Schnable and special guest LaTia Childers from Austin Area Arts. Tickets are now on sale for the new season of shows at the Paramount Theatre. We’ll talk about what you can expect in the new season.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Naturalist Meredith Meloney. The First Nature Jam is just around the corner. We’ll share all the details about that event and some information on fireflies.And I get a chance to talk with Tim Ruzek at the Austin Public Education Foundation. The annual APE Golf Fundraiser is going to be held in July. We’ll talk about ways that you can get involved.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week Lisa and I will be talking by phone with Author Heidi Becker. This Saturday Heidi will be at Sweet Reads to talk about her book Grasping Joy. We’ll talk about Saturday’s event and about her book in just a few moments.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Courtney Schmidt about the summer reading program and other events that are taking place this month at the library.And I’ll also stop out at Austin Utilities to talk with Melissa Swenson and Meredith Manahan to talk about some summer rebates and also ways that you can keep in touch with Austin Utilities.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I'll share some news from the last week.Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with our Building and Zoning Inspector, Brent Johnson. While Austin residents generally are pretty good about taking care of their property, there are occasionally some properties that have some issues that need to be addressed. We’ll talk about the process of getting those properties back into compliance with local ordinances and zoning.I also share, in its entirety, Scott Jasmin's "Small Town Life". It is the song that Scott has so graciously me to use for the music for this podcast comes from.And lastly some events that are coming up in the next few weeks.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode in the  Discover Austin segment I’ll be visiting with Nancy Schnable and Randy Forster from Summerset Theatre. The 58th season of Summerset gets underway next week. We’ll talk about the shows that you won’t want to miss this summer.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Naturalist Kelly Bahl. With summer classes getting underway, we’ll explore some of the many ways that the Nature Center is working to make nature accessible to everyone.And I’ll catch up with Dr. Chel Page, Executive Director at the Austin Area Foundation to talk about her first few weeks at the Foundation and an exciting new event coming up later this year.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week Lisa and I will be talking by phone with author Sherrie Hansen. This weekend will be the first Downtown Dish event and Sherrie will be at Sweet Reads to talk about her books and share some delicious treats.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter and Courtney Schmidt about the summer reading program and other events that are taking place this month.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I'll share some news from the past week with you.Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with our Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Director, Jason Sehon, about the many opportunities that are available to everyone throughout the summer.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode, in the  Discover Austin segment, I’ll be visiting with Director Nancy Schnable and her special guest Joe Bower from the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce. We’ll talk about a few major events coming up for the Chamber including the Freedom Fest Parade and the Ag Appreciation Cookout.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Naturalist Kelly Bahl. After the sighting of a black bear, now nicknamed Todd, last weekend, we'll talk about Black Bears and why one was wandering around Austin and what to do if you encounter a bear in your neighborhood.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week Sweet Reads celebrates its 10th year in business. This weekend there will be a celebration on Saturday and also special events all month long. Lisa and I talk about the journey from an empty storefront to what Sweet Reads is today.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter about the summer reading program that kicked off this week and Fourth Avenue Fest which takes place later today.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast, I'll share some news items with you.Then in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with City Administrator Craig Clark. As he prepares to move on from his position this week, we’ll talk about how the city has changed over the last 11 ½ years and some of the major projects that have taken place.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode in the  Discover Austin segment I’ll be visiting with Nancy Schnable and Nick Novotny from Impact Austin. We’ll talk about Downtown Dish, a new event that’s coming up in a few weeks in Downtown Austin.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese. It is tick season and we’ll share some tips on how to keep safe this spring and summer.And in the Austin Rotary segment I’ll visit with Katie Learn from the Ellis Pantry. We’ll talk about how the pantry works and who it is intended to serve.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week Lisa and I will be joined by author Chris Norbury. Chris, along with four other authors, recently wrote a new  thriller called The Killer Code Collection. We’ll talk about how unique and challenging it was to create a cohesive story with four other authors pitching in.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter about the start of the summer reading program along with many other activities on the calendar for June.And I also visit with Austin Utilities about being an energy hero and saving on your summer utilities.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I'll share some news items with you.Then  in the City of Austin Segment I’ll be talking with Brianne Wolf about the filing period for candidates to run for office and ways you can help the election process by becoming an election judge.And finally, some events on the community calendar..I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode in the  Discover Austin segment I’ll be visiting with Sandy Anderson from Sandy Anderson Coaching and Consulting. Next week the Hormel Historic Home will be hosting an Evening of Empowerment where Sandy will be the guest speaker. We’ll talk about the event and how to get tickets.Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Naturalist Kelly Bahl about all the little baby critters you might see when you are out and about this time of year and what you should do if you encounter some of them.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I’ll visit with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. This week Lisa and I will be joined by author Pat Harris. We’ll be looking into his book Season on the Drink.And then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter about a very busy end of spring and a look ahead to what summer plans are in place for this year.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode I will share some news items with you.Then in the City of Austin segment I’ll be talking with Duane Salinas, Austin’s Rental Inspector. You’ll learn about the process of rental inspections and the overall goals of the program. And then I'll have some events on the community calendar.I would like to take a moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

In this episode, in the  Discover Austin segment, I’ll be visiting with Laura Helle with the Cultural and Arts Commission. We’ll be talking about Fourth Avenue Fest, which will be taking place in Downtown Austin on June 3rd.Then I’ll stop at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Luke Reese. With schools letting out for the summer in the next few weeks, we’ll talk about opportunities for young and old alike to sign up for some classes at the Nature Center.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 AustinAnd 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 take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 around the Nature Center.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 event plus some other events taking place later this spring.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 the replanting program a success.. As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 event, to talk more about the history of Austin’s Citywide Read and specifically about this year’s featured authors.And I’ll also sit down with Phil Burkhart, Business Manager of the Austin Symphony Orchestra. This Sunday is the season finale for the Symphony. They have a fantastic line-up of music and a very special guest performer. You’ll hear all about it a little later in today’s podcastI would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

 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 success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 themAs always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 fundraising event, this year centered around strawberries. We’ll tell you about the event, the menu, and how to get tickets.And then I’ll stop out at Austin Utilities to talk with General Manager Tom Dankert and Finance and Customer Care Director Kory Robinson. Your utility bill can be influenced but a number of factors. We’ll find out what some of those factors are and how Austin Utilities works to minimize those impacts.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 Artemis Space flight completed its mission. We’ll talk about the importance of this flight and why the time is right to return to the moon.As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 going to be adjusting their hours temporarily. We’ll talk about the changes and some upcoming events.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks again for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 community calendar events to wrap things up.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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. However new research has shown that not to be true. Find out more a bit later As always, thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 week. We’ll also talk about major events coming up at the library.I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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.And also some events on the Community Calendar.Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com

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 might be seeing some intoxicated birds over the next few weeks.And I will also visit with Steve Barrett at the Austin Area Foundation. He will be introducing us to his replacement as Director of the Foundation. Thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through kind words, comments and suggestions have been very encouraging. But I would like to ask you for one small favor. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to [email protected] can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.www.AustinMN.com