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Welcome to Bonham Now – the podcast that celebrates the past, present and future of Bonham, Texas. On every episode, we tell the story of this community through the stories of the people who live and work here. Again, remembering our past ... celebrating the present and looking to our future. You'll love where we take you.
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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! #bonhamnow
Links:
Bonham Now: Website
City of Bonham: Website
Bonham Tourism: Website
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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. #bonhamnow
Links:
Bonham Now: Website
City of Bonham: Website
Bonham Tourism: Website
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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. #bonhamnow
Links:
Jake Shockley State Farm: Website
Fannin County Sports Hall of Fame: Website
Bonham Now: Website
City of Bonham: Website
Bonham Tourism: Website
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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. #bonhamnow
Links:
AgriLife Extension Office Fannin County: Website
Agriculture Links: AgriLife Extension Office Website
Bonham Now: Website
City of Bonham: Website
Bonham Tourism: Website
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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. #bonhamnow
Links:
Fort Inglish Village: City Website
Fort Inglish on Social Media: Facebook Page
Bonham Now: Website
City of Bonham: Website
Bonham Tourism: Website
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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. #bonhamnow
Links:
City of Bonham: Website
Bonham Tourism: Website
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com