Sandy Barber: Capturing the Art of Bonham
Sandy Barber has a heart for giving back. She has been in non-profit leadership for a long time, and now she's using her passion and expertise to pour into the Creative Arts Center in Bonham. Before taking the job as the center's director, Sandy already had a heart for the organization's mission. Now, she gets to embrace it with both arms. Sandy is making a difference in people's lives - through the amazing power of art. #bonhamnowLinks:Bonham Creative Arts Center: WebsiteBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
30 Jul 202428min
Muddbones: Faith, Friendship, Family and Fate
This is a story of faith, friendship, family and fate. On this episode of Bonham Now, we'll share the story of Jarrett Munger and Kyle Sanderson, owners of Muddbones. If you live in Fannin County, there is a great chance you've eaten a delicious Muddbones burger. But there is also a great chance you don't know the story behind this iconic burger joint. Again ... it's story of faith, friendship, family and faith. This is a must-listen episode of Bonham Now. #bonhamnowLinks:Muddbones: FacebookMuddbones: WebsiteTexas Bucket List: WebsiteBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
17 Jul 202439min
Mayor Compton: Preparing to Move Forward
H Compton is in the middle of his second term as Mayor of Bonham. It's been a long journey since being appointed to City Council 10 years ago. Now, he has big plans for Bonham and he's leading this community with a grateful heart. On this episode of Bonham Now, we get the chance to hear Mayor Compton's story and discover his vision for Bonham. #bonhamnowLinks:Jennifer Reeves Podcast: Listen NowSean Pate Podcast: Listen NowBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
3 Jul 202424min
Sam Lumpkins: Love Where You Live
Sam Lumpkins followed a rekindled college romance to Bonham, Texas. That was 24 years ago. Now, Sam is the Executive Director for the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce and she has evloved into one of the premier advocates for this community. Her story is full of twists and turns, but Sam Lumpkins is exactly where she is suppose to be. #bonhamnowLinks:Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce: WebsiteBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
19 Jun 202428min
John Burnett: Paying Bonham Back
John Burnett wants to pay Bonham back! This longtime Fannin County resident will be quick to tell you that Bonham, Texas, has blessed his family in so many ways. After he moved into the "retirement" years of his life, he turned up the knob on giving back to his hometown. Whether he's serving on city council or leading the charge for the local Kiwanis Club, John Burnett's love for Bonham shines through. #bonhamnowLinks:Kiwanis Club of Bonham: FacebookBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
5 Jun 202422min
Jennifer Reeves: Writing the Next Chapter
Jennifer Reeves - the Library Director for Bonham Public Library - is living her dream. This life-long reader has been given the reigns of her ideal job. On this episode of Bonham Now, we hear how Jennifer Reeves landed this position, the challenges surrounding her role at the library and her BIG ideas for Bonham Public Library. The tagline for the library is "enriching lives." Jennifer Reeves definitely does that every day with her infectious spirit and high energy! #bonhamnowLinks:Bonham Library: WebsiteBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
22 Mai 202433min
Sarah Osburn: All In for Bonham
Sarah Osburn is the Director of Administrative Services for the City of Bonham. Don't let her obscure title (or the fact her main job responsibility is finance) keep you from listening, because it's her heart for Bonham that shines through during our conversation. Sure, we discuss her job and her journey to this community, but her affection for Bonham is the big takeaway from this episode of Bonham Now. Spoiler Alert: Sarah Osburn LOVES this community! #bonhamnowLinks:Bonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
30 Apr 202420min
City Manager Sean Pate: 'We Want Bonham to be Bonham'
Bonham's City Manager, Sean Pate, took the road less traveled to get to Bonham, Texas. But over the last nine years, he has planted roots, fell in love with this community and he's now proud to call Bonham home. On this episode of Bonham Now, we discuss Sean's journey in city leadership, how each stopped prepared him for his current role as Bonham's City Manager and what exactly he does for this community. Sean also discusses the challenges facing Bonham, he characterizes the people of this community and he shares what he loves about this town. #bonhamnowLinks:Bonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
17 Apr 202430min
