Streaming live from Christian 105.7 (WCLN), Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland sit down with Rockfish Chamber of Commerce president Erlene Harper for a practical look at how a small chamber drives big impact. We cover: what a chamber really does (advocacy, education, networking), opportunities for micro-businesses and pop-ups, veterans advocacy, and the path toward group insurance. Erlene walks us through Backpack Buddies—a trusted-food-source program delivering 120 weekend meal bags each week to local students—plus how community forums and committees (government affairs, environmental) keep residents informed and involved. We also discuss the recent book-sale/fall-festival dispute, why clarity matters, and how to join or support the mission. Highlights:Chamber benefits for 1–50-employee businessesHow “trusted food source” standards protect familiesPractical on-ramps: events, training, internships, advocacyWays to connect: Facebook Messenger or email (as mentioned in-episode)If this conversation helps, share it with a neighbor, small-business owner, or school leader who cares about Rockfish and Hoke County.
Ruben and Chris unpack Hoke County’s $115,000 refund tied to gaming-machine licenses after a legal clampdown and zoning rollback. They press for transparency, suggest FOIA as a tool, and even call out how poor livestream audio erodes public trust. Plus: clear, parent-friendly NC DMV updates, and a quick look at fall parades, festivals, and the Hoke Native American Scholarship Foundation banquet—ending with a teaser for America250 plans next episode.Sponsors:Raeford GunsNorth State Journal (Hoke County edition)The LIBRE InitiativeChristian 105.7 FM.Watch past episodes on YouTube, catch the live stream from the WCLN studios, and follow along for next week’s America250 conversation.
Welcome to the Roundtable Talk Podcast episode 136Sponsored by: Raeford GunsHoke County Edition of North State JournalChristian 105.7 WCLN FM.And supported by our friends at:Rockfish ChamberWhat's Happening HokeRaeford-Hoke Chamber of CommerceAmericans for Prosperity,
Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners:Raeford GunsChristian 105.7 WCLN FMHoke County Edition of North State JournalRockfish ChamberRaeford-Hoke Chamber of CommerceWhat's Happening Hoke
Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners:Raeford GunsChristian 105.7 WCLN FMHoke County Edition of North State JournalRockfish ChamberRaeford-Hoke Chamber of CommerceWhat's Happening Hoke
Roundtable Talk Podcast Episode 128IN THIS EPISODE we talk about: NC Senate Bill 220 with Steven Brewster$54 Million in requested money from State of NC for Hoke.School System Security,VFW Meetings,Veterans Speaking in April at City Council and other local event!Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners:Raeford GunsChristian 105.7 WCLN FMHoke County Edition of North State JournalRockfish ChamberRaeford-Hoke Chamber of CommerceWhat's Happening Hoke
Roundtable Talk Podcast Episode 127Thanks to our sponsors and partners:• Raeford Guns• Hoke County Edition of North State Journal• Christian 105.7 WCLN FM• Rockfish ChamberWhat's Happening Hoke• Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce
We appreciate today's guest: Gerardo Lora: https://www.facebook.com/theLIBREinitiativeThanks to our sponsors:Raeford GunsHoke County Edition of North State Journal ,Christian 105.7 WCLN FM ,Also our friends at:Rockfish Chamber ,Visit us online at:www.roundtabletalkpodcast.com
Roundtable Talk PodcastEpisode 125 NC Bills and Possible Law ChangesState Income Tax on Gambling Losses?Tax Deductions on Tips and Overtime?Video Poker GamesFederal Freeze on Grants and Loans and Non-ProfitsFederal Lumbee RecognitionMedical Consent Trust & VerifyNC Supreme Court RaceVoters w/No Drivers License or Last 4Superintendent Night OutThanks to our sponsor and Partners:Raeford GunsHoke County Edition of North State JournalChristian 105.7 WCLN FM