30 APR 2024 · 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! #bonhamnow Links: Bonham Now: https://www.bonhamnow.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

17 APR 2024 · 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.  #bonhamnow Links: Bonham Now: https://www.bonhamnow.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

3 APR 2024 · 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. #bonhamnow Links: Jake Shockley State Farm: https://jakeinsurestexoma.com Fannin County Sports Hall of Fame: http://www.fcshof.com Bonham Now: https://www.bonhamnow.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

20 MAR 2024 · 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. #bonhamnow Links: AgriLife Extension Office Fannin County: https://fannin.agrilife.org Agriculture Links: https://fannin.agrilife.org/links/agriculture/ Bonham Now: https://www.bonhamnow.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

6 MAR 2024 · 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. #bonhamnow Links: Fort Inglish Village: https://www.cityofbonham.org/260/Fort-Inglish-Village Fort Inglish on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/FortInglish/ Bonham Now: https://www.bonhamnow.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

21 FEB 2024 · 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. #bonhamnow Links: City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

7 FEB 2024 · There is no denying that Bonham Floral and Greenhouse is driven by love – a love for its customers, the community, the flowers and every person who works there. Where does all that love come from? Well ... there will be no doubt after listening to this episode of Bonham Now. It starts and ends with Laura Lackey. On this podcast, Laura talks about all the love that flows from her flower shop, telling a couple heart-felt stories that exemplify that abundant love. She also shares her heart for Bonham and Fannin County. #bonhamnow Links: Bonham Floral and Greenhouse: https://www.bonhamfloral.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

23 JAN 2024 · John Baecht has a beautiful heart - one that exemplifies the people of Bonham, Texas. He is selfless, generous and genuine. On this episode of Bonham Now, John Baecht's heart is thrust into the limelight! He shares his love for his family, his community and Bois d'Arc. He talks about the beautiful things he's creating with this dense wood, and he discusses the legacy that he's leaving for his family. This a heart-felt episode that does a beautiful job of telling the story of Bonham, Texas. #bonhamnow Links: Bois d'Arc Kingdom: https://www.boisdarckingdom.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

9 JAN 2024 · When you walk through the front door of the Sam Rayburn House in Bonham, Texas, it's like stepping back in time. It's full of artifacts and treasures that help tell the story of one of Bonham's most decorated dignitaries. Before recording this episode of Bonham Now, we were treated to a private tour of the State Historic Site. Our tour guide – Margo McCutcheon – also sat down with us to talk about the house, Mr. Sam and the importance of holding on to our history. Margo also shared some of her favorite stories surrounding Sam Rayburn and his family. #bonhamnow Links: Sam Rayburn House: https://www.cityofbonham.org/263/Sam-Rayburn-House Sam Rayburn House: https://www.thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/sam-rayburn-house-state-historic-site City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

29 DEC 2023 · Don't call David Keene an artist. Even though he's creating beautiful pens made of Bois d'Arc wood, he'd rather be called a technician. One thing you can call him is an advocate for Bonham, Texas. David Keene is on a mission to make Bois d'Arc synomous with Bonham – and he's doing it one pen at a time. Whether is selling his functional piecs of "art" or giving them away, he is determined to create a legacy in this community. #bonhamnow Links: Bonham Creative Arts Center: https://creativeartscenterbonham.com City of Bonham: https://cityofbonham.org Bonham Tourism: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center Music: https://www.purple-planet.com