When Does Your State Legislature Meet? Fires in California, Trump Visits N.C. and California
New shows launch this month on the LeRue Press Network. “It’s About Accountability” and “Legislative Activities”, both covering some aspect of local, regional and national concerns and our representatives in government. In the first episode of “It’s About Accountability”, we covered the investigation of Devon Reese, Reno City Councilman and 2 ethics complaints. In addition, some political representatives seem to have a strong desire to merge Truckee Meadows Fire, City of Reno and Sparks Fire Departments. The outgoing Fire Chief was critical of this move unless there was further study of the consequences. Nevada goes into legislative session in February for 120 days. When does your state convene? Or are they already in session? We’ll talk about the different states and their approach to governing.
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Word of the day-The picture above provides a good representation of the word of the day but it is not commonly used.
President Trump visited North Carolina and California in his first week in office. We’ve received a couple of reports via tips and social media that paint a difficult picture of what is happening in California. All unconfirmed reports but troublesome.
We’ll update you on the state of Beneficial Ownership reporting. And Doug’s working on stories that you just can’t make up! On a more light-hearted note, we’ll have food for thought on Super Bowl favorites and publishing industry challenges.
Tune in every week on Tuesday from 3-5 p.m. on the LeRue Press Network or 7-9 p.m. in northern Nevada on 93.7 FM an America Matters Media station. We live stream on the LeRue Press Network on Rumble , on our You Tube channel, or Facebook on any of our 3 pages: LeRue Press, What’s the Story or Book Hound.
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Last Minute Pardons & Executive Order (Biden) and a New Administration
Inauguration day has come and gone but brought a couple of surprises. Pardons, executive orders from both sides and many events despite the very cold weather in Washington. Was it what you expected? President Trump is calling it “Liberation Day”.
Have you considered what it would take to care for a loved one in the event of a health event? Have you planned ahead? Do you think it’s necessary? Ed’s experience has given him “food for thought”.
As most authors know, there are no shortcuts to publishing a book. There’s a group that is trying to shortcut the process to publish A LOT of books in a year. Will they be successful?
Don’t miss the Book Blitz. What are you reading?
Tune in every week on Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m. We live stream on the LeRue Press Network on Rumble or on our You Tube channel or Facebook on any of our 3 pages: LeRue Press, What’s the Story or Book Hound. If you missed a show, we air on 93.7 FM from 7-9 p.m. in northern Nevada
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Defending "Democracy", Palisades Fire, & Pizza
First Hour: You just can’t make that up! Some ridiculous events would never hold up to an editor’s critique but happen in real life. Doug talks a bit about that on What’s the Story?/Book Hound on Tuesday. We are a week away from the inauguration. Things have been visibly quiet. Is it the calm before the storm? And Democracy seems to be a word that’s thrown around glibly. Janice has some comments on that. It is National Pizza Week. What’s your favorite? Ed will talk about the pros and cons.
Second Hour: Paul White of Education Crusade joins What’s the Story?/Book Hound to give us a live update of what is going on in the homeless community in northern Nevada. White recently quoted a peace officer who said, “We have to enforce the law even if they don’t have a roof over their heads…” when talking about the homeless.
Don’t miss the Book Blitz. What are you reading?
If you missed a show, we air on 93.7 FM from 7-9 p.m. in northern Nevada.
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Are You Ready for 2025? And some time to look back at history too
A time to look forward and also to look back. We’ll do both on Tuesday’s What’s the Story?/Book Hound Show.
Are you ready for 2025? What’s on your agenda for the year? Do you make resolutions?
We’ll take a look at some current headlines and some history too. We’ll add in some food topics and mix it all up.
Don’t forget about the Book Blitz! Good reading!
If you missed a show, we air on 93.7 FM from 7-9 p.m. in northern Nevada.
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Spotlight on Jacci Turner, Author 1st hour: Current events, drones, football, and more
Hour One: Join Janice and Ed as they review drone sightings, football and the reemergence of a suit from the 2020 election cycle. What is Aaron Ford’s motivation?
Hour Two: Author, Jacci Turner shares her story, Love Virus, three generations of women and their experiences during Covid. A unique perspective that might also document a time in history that we should never forget.
If you missed a show, we air on 93.7 FM from 7-9 p.m. in northern Nevada.
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UFOs? Fights on the Field? China Cutting Cables? Bomb Threats at Thanksgiving?
If you know your commandments, this is not one of the words but it’s similar. Some good synonyms for this one even if Doug will not be with us this week.
What a variety of topics we have to cover this week. UFOs, including a little history that relates, fighting on the field in Ohio; did China cut cables in the ocean? Homelessness, immigration. Wow, lots to discuss.
We’ll also talk a little publishing. How are you, as an author, handling rising costs when publishing and marketing your books?
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Pop Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Thanksgiving Day?
How much do you know about Thanksgiving? We’ll have a pop-quiz in the first hour. Be sure to join us on You Tube or Facebook so you can comment. Let’s have some fun and give thanks that we made it through 2024! Whew! Almost there. Yes, we’ll talk about some things going on with elections too…but we need to breathe and say thanks. Especially to you, our listeners/viewers!
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In the Spotlight: George K. Mehok-Going Dark -In the first hour: Government Waste and Abuse
In the 1st hour, we’ll discuss government waste, first amendment issues facing our country and specifically our county in Nevada, Washoe County. Why does the government want to suppress speech? Why do they feel words are so frightening, they have to censor, even threaten criminal charges? Is it justified? Have they crossed a line?
We’ll share our word of the day and, as always, the Book Blitz!
In the 2nd hour, we interview George K. Mehok author of Going Dark released on November 12, 2024. George is an author, technologist, and entrepreneur with a distinguished career in designing software and leading high-performing teams in the financial services, telecommunications, and aerospace industries. He is also an avid storyteller that weaves his real-world knowledge into gripping narratives, crafting thrilling plots that captivate readers. Going Dark. as one reviewer tells it, “is a stunning debut that pulls readers into a thrilling journey through time, blending cyber warfare with historical intrigue.” Join us at 4 p.m. Pacific and meet George K. Mehok as he shares his story.
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It's Over...Or Is It?
Elections 2024
A report in the New York Times about the races in the House states: “Aside from a handful of very close races that have come down to the final ballots, most of the races are in Western states where counting is expected to continue for days.” For days you say? Why for days? Nevada and Arizona are still counting as I write this. Do you find that strange? Our show airs on Tuesday from 3-5 p.m. Pacific…will the counting be done by then? It just seems odd, don’t ya think?
We’ll talk about some of the celebrity and high profile folks that said they would leave if Donald Trump won. Where are they now?
Books Galore!
Getting ready to wrap up 2024. What books will win awards? What is your favorite genre-mystery, thriller, historical fiction, non-fiction, horror, fantasy, romance, biography? And what in the world is romantasy? What would you choose?
We’ll share our word of the day and, as always, the Book Blitz!
Live at the Washoe County Vote Center Reno Nevada
Voting continues …
Live Stream: Reno, Nevada Voting November 5, 2024
People across the country are going to the polls. We'll be going to the polls too at What's the Story? Maybe we'll see you there!
Freedom Co-Op
Want an alternative educational resource for your family? Learn about the curriculum choices, philosophy, policy and process for families to enroll. Nichelle and Ashley join Janice Hermsen on a special What’s the Story?
