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 Juni 24min
Wolf Laughing: 'Your Bonham Family is Here for You'
Wolf Laughing served this country proudly in the United States Marine Corps. After moving to Bonham, Texas, in 2012, his servant heart started to shine even brighter. He realized that "all the little things add up," and the ripple effects can be profound. Now, Wolf is the Commander of American Legion Post 283 in Bonham. (He is also Vice Commander for the Legion's Mighty Fourth District.) Wolf Laughing is also a small business owner and heavily involved throughout Bonham. On this episode of Bonham Now, Wolf will share his heart for giving back, discuss the American Legion's "Be the One" initiative and reveal why he visited this community back in 2011 and decided to never leave. #bonhamnow• Links:American Legion: WebsitePost 283: Online InformationBe the One Initiative: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
20 Maj 22min
Dustin Divinia (Vector Systems): Helping Make the Future Bright
Dustin Divinia - our featured guest on this episode of Bonham Now - doesn't live in Bonham, Texas, yet. And he is only in the process of moving his company, Vector Systems, to this community. But that doesn't mean that this president and CEO doesn't already have a heart for Bonham. Dustin Divinia has wrapped both of his arms around this community and embraced his new "home." From the Autumn in Bonham bicyle to ride to Heritage Days, Vector Systems is showing up. Why? Because Dustin says the future is bright in Bonham and he wants to play a role in that and help the community shine. #bonhamnowLinks:Vector Systems: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
2 Maj 18min
Chance Peeler: Building on the History
If you've lived in Bonham, Texas, for an extended amount of time, you probably know Chance Peeler. He grew up in Bonham and now calls the Historic Bonham Square home. You probably know that he owns two gyms in town - Fat Chance Fitness and Fat Chance Jiu Jitsu. You also probably know that he is the branch manager for Credit Union of Texas. Our goal on this episode of Bonham Now is to hopefully share something you didn't know about Chance, like his intense love of history and why he doesn't fight at his Jiu Jitsu gym. This is a fun and engaging conversation with a Bonham native. #bonhamnowLinks:Fat Chance Fitness: FacebookFat Chance Jiu Jitsu: Facebook Credit Union of Texas: WebsiteCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
22 Apr 23min
Emily Porter: Promoting Bonham in all the Ways
Emily Porter grew up in Bonham, Texas, and she loves this community. She's actually the unofficial promoter of her hometown, serving on the Economic Development Board and being the director of the CVB for years and years. On this episode of Bonham Now, Emily shares what she loves about Bonham, she talks about growing up in the community and we discuss where Bonham is going. She provides tremendous perspective about where she was born and raised. #bonhamnowLinks:City of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
20 Mars 22min
Jennifer and Ron Greene: Beautiful Leap of Faith
Jennifer and Ron Greene own Wise Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas. And even though they haven't been in Bonham very long, they already have a heart for the people of this community. The really cool part of the Greene's story ... they get to serve their neighbors and pour into the people of Bonham during the hardest times of their lives. How are they able to do that? It starts with their unwavering faith. #bonhamnowLinks:Wise Funeral Home: Website City of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
5 Mars 26min
Mary and Kenny Karl: Angels in the Outfield
Mary and Kenny Karl have a heart for giving back. That is evident from the very start of our conversation on this episode of Bonham Now. Sixteen years ago, they helped start the Angel League, which gives children with disabilities the chance to shine on the baseball field. It gives these "angels" the chance to compete and just be kiddos. During our conversation, Mary and Kenny Karl explained how this cause has changed their lives, and how it continues to have wonderfully great ripple effects across this community. This is powerful episode that caputres the heart of Bonham, Texas. #bonhamnowLinks:Contact Mary Karl: (512) 497-5690Contact Kenny Karl: (903) 505-9377Bonham Kiwanis Club: Facebook PagePodcast - John Burnet: Listen NowCity of Bonham: WebsiteBonham Tourism: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com
20 Feb 24min
