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
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
Jake Shockley: Living a 'Big, Big Blessing'
Jake Shockley bleeds purple! Since he was a little boy, growing up in Bonham, Texas, he wanted to be a Warrior. While other kids dreamed of being police officers, firefighters or professional athletes, Jake Shockley just wanted to play sports for Bonham High School. And he did - at a very high level. (He's a member of the Fannin County Sports Hall of Fame). Once he lived his dream of being a Warrior that solidified a love and a pride for his hometown. Jake is now back in Bonham, running the State Farm office that his mom started. He's also giving back to the community that he loves with all his heart. After getting to know Jake Shockley, he might be The Most Interesting Man in Fannin County, but his humility won't let you give him that designation. #bonhamnowLinks:Jake Shockley State Farm: WebsiteFannin County Sports Hall of Fame: WebsiteBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
3 Apr 202437min
Cody Maxwell: Growing Love for this Community
Cody Maxwell loves agriculture and he loves Fannin County. Put those two things together and you'll find a man passionate about his job. Cody is a county extension agent for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Fannin County. He shares a story early in our conversation about he was born for this position. This hometown boy walks the walk and his passion for his important role in this community radiates during our conversation. #bonhamnowLinks:AgriLife Extension Office Fannin County: WebsiteAgriculture Links: AgriLife Extension Office WebsiteBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
20 Mar 202427min
Brian Neal: Protecting the Fort and Sharing Its Stories
Brian Neal is an incredible storyteller. That gift shows up in grand fashion on this episode of Bonham Now. This long-time educator and administrator in Savoy ISD is now using his storytelling gift to inform and entertain the vistors at Fort Inglish Village Museum. Here are a couple stories to pay attention to on this episode: The wrestling chicken, the time Brian Neal had to defend Fort Inglish and the newest designation on Brian Neal's resume. #bonhamnowLinks:Fort Inglish Village: City WebsiteFort Inglish on Social Media: Facebook PageBonham Now: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
6 Mar 202438min
Mark Edwards: Waking Up With a Smile
Mark Edwards is doing amazing things in Bonham, Texas. Along with his wife, Nancy, he runs Edwards Retriever Training. He is definitely living his dream, and he wakes up with a smile every single day. On this episode of Bonham Now, we dive into his amazing journey to Bonham, we talk about his success in the world of retriever training and he shares his love for this community. #bonhamnowLinks:City of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
21 Feb 202427min
