Amanda McDonald: Coming Full Circle
Bonham, Texas, is a giving community, and that shines through on this episode of Bonham Now. We got the opportunity to sit down with Amanda McDonald, executive director of the Fannin County Family Crisis Center. She shares a personal story that led her back to this organization, which played a powerful role in her story. Amanda also talks about the Crisis Center's vital partnerships ... she discusses Empty Bowls, the organization's biggest fundraising initiatives ... and she confesses to her overwhelming love affair with Christmas. #bonhamnow • Links:Fannin County Family Crisis Center: Website City of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
19 Sep 25min
Jim Simpson: 'Why NOT Bonham, Texas?'
Jim Simpson has lived in Bonham for most of his life. Early on during our conversation, he shared a fun fact about where he's actually lived in this community. We also get to know this community advocate on a completely different level - focuing a lot on his musical career and riding bulls. This is an engaging conversation with a man who has heart for his hometown. #bonhamnow • Links:City of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
22 Aug 22min
Mark Posey: An All-Around Love
Mark Posey loves Bonham, Texas. He loves it, because it's a community that's built on ... love. He recognized that quickly when his family moved to Fannin County his senior year of high school. After leaving to serve in the Air Force, and then coming back to work at a local funeral home and eventually working for the city, Mark's love for this community has continued to grow over the years. Now, as the city's Downtown Coordinator and a spiritual leader at a local church, Mark Posey gets the opportunity to cultivate that love and love on the people who love this community, too. #bonhamnow • Links:First Congregational Church of Bonham: WebsiteBonham EDC: WebsiteSandra Posey Podcast: Listen NowCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
6 Aug 21min
Andrea Lappin: Creating Purple Ripple Effects
Andrea Lappin isn't affraid to get her hands dirty when it's time to give back. This Bonham native is rolling up her sleeves and creating "purple ripple effects" across her hometown. Whether we're talking about the Fannin County Fair, the Family Crisis Center or Feeding Fannin, Andrea is leaving her mark on this community. The million-dollar question ... why is this important to her? On this episode of Bonham Now, she explains where her giving heart comes from. #bonhamnow • Links:Fannin County Fair: WebsiteFeeding Fannin: WebsiteFannin County Family Crisis Center: Website Jake Shockley State Farm: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
24 Jul 21min
Coach Ronny Hill: 'Still Bleeding that Purple'
Coach Ronny Hill still "bleeds that purple." The former Warrior football and baseball coach said it's hard not to have a heart for this community and its schools. He attributes that affection to the people and the incredible traditions in Bonham. After retiring as Athletic Director in 2013, Coach Hill assumed a new position with the City of Bonham. Twelve years later, he's still the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, and his heart for Bonham has never been stronger. #bonhamnow • Links:City of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
14 Jul 22min
Mallory McBroom: Giving It Her All - For the Sake of Community
Mallory McBroom has her dream job. As the Community Engagement Officer for the Credit Union of Texas in Bonham, Mallory gets to love and support the community she already loves and supports. On this episode of Bonham Now, Mallory talks about her heart for Bonham, and we disccuss all the ways she's involved in this community. If there is an event happening in Bonham, the Credit Union of Texas is going to be represented - and it's probably going to be Mallory rolling up her sleeves in some capacity. #bonhamnow • Links:Credit Union of Texas: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
20 Jun 28min
Brook Miller: A Little Bit Extra and A Lot of Heart
Brook Miller has a servant's heart. That truth came as a little bit of a surprise to her during our conversation on this episode of Bonham Now. But her love for her hometown, and the people of Bonham, really came out when we sat down to visit inside Vidal Elevated Aesthetics, the business she launched after working in several ER departments. As a nurse, mom and small business owner, Brook's heart for giving back has had every opportunity to shine. On this podcast, we highlight her story, which is highlighted by her resilience and kindness. #bonhamnow • Links:Vidal Elevated Aesthetics: WebsiteVidal Elevated Aesthetics: FacebookCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
5 Jun 24min
