Bonham Now

Bonham Now

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.

Episodes

April 22, 2025 23 mins
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...
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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 bo...
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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.  #bonhamnow

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February 20, 2025 24 mins
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, ...
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February 6, 2025 26 mins
Zach Whitlock, the airport manager at Jones Field, has a passion for aviation. He also has a heart for the aiport that he's called home since he was 5 years old. On this episode of Bonham Now, his heart and passion shine through. He shares his rich history at Jones Field, how he got the opportunity to run the day-to-day operations and his visions for the airport. He also told some wonderfully great stories of people who have flown ...
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Lance Capehart is a fighter. Words like tenacity, resilience and growth-mindset perfectly describe Bonham's Director of Public Utilities. After losing his dad as a teenager and dropping out of high school, he has stayed in the fight and now he holds one of the most important jobs for the City of Bonham. On this episode of Bonham Now, Lance Capehart tells his story, talks about his love for his family and shares his heart for this c...
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Emma Trent loves history, and it's her mission in life to keep it alive. How does she do that? It all starts with working at the Sam Rayburn Museum as the Program Coordinator. On this episode of Bonham Now, Emma will share her story and talk about working at the museum for 20 years. She'll tell a humorous story about the first thing she learned on the job, and she'll share some fun facts about the statesman who the museum honors. S...
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Bonham State Park has been called one of Fannin County's most valuable treasures. Jason Schooley, the park's superintendent, totally agrees. On this episode of Bonham Now, we share a sit-down conversation with Jason, who has called Bonham State Park home for 8 years. During our discussion, he shares his journey to Bonham. We talk about his affection for the 300-acre park. And we discover his heart for creating and maintaining memor...
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Deana Staton's roots run deep in Bonham, Texas. On her mom's side of the family, they stretch across seven generations. On her dad's side ... six generations. If anyone was perfect guest for this community podcast, it was Deana Staton. Now a small business owner in her hometown, she is creating her own legacy in Bonham. Her mission: Take care of the people of her community. On this episode of Bonham Now, we talk about Deana's journ...
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November 6, 2024 23 mins
Stephanie Liebel wanted God to "shake things up" in her life. She asked Him to test her. Stephanie was teaching school at the time, but God had other plans for her. Because of a very serious illness, He forced her to walk away from teaching. But it was just a matter of time before He opened a new door for her. Now, Stephanie dons her entrepreneurial hat and is running two succesful boutiques under one roof in Downtown Bonham. On th...
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October 23, 2024 19 mins
Jeremy Hamilton never thought he would be in the restaurant business, but over the last six years, he's fallen in love with serving homecooked cuisine to Bonham, Texas. On this episode of Bonham Now, we highlight the owner of Panther Row Eatery. We actually recorded this podcast episode at the restaurant. I’m not sure if it was the smell of hand-breaded chicken friend steak or the fact every single person who walked through the doo...
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October 9, 2024 20 mins
Since she was 8 years old, Sandra Posey has wanted to own a business on Bonham's Historic Square. She didn't know exactly what that would look like, but she let her faith lead the way. When her dream became a reality, Sandra's creative spirit was initially showcased. Now, she has one of the sweetest shops in Downtown Bonham ... literally. Just Gotta Have It is a unique store with vendors and ... candy. Lots and lots of candy. On th...
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Allen Sanderson never thought he would come home to Bonham, Texas. But in 1997, he was living in the DFW area, starting a family and working in the banking industry. That is when his life changed forever. He accepted a job offer in his hometown, and he became intentional about leaving a mark on his community. He immediately got involved, and that passion for giving back hasn't slowed down in more than 25 years. Whether it's the Cha...
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Joey Grisham needs your help! Bonham's new Executive Director of Economic Development knows that his job is a team effort - a community-wide initiative. He's willing and ready to do all the hard work and the heavy lifting, but on this episode of Bonham Now, he reminds the listeners that he can't do it alone. "Everyone plays a role in economic development," he explained during our conversation. Also on this podcast, he shares his ex...
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Kelly Trompler has a t-shirt in her wardrobe that says: "Once a Warrior ... Always a Warrior." She wears that shirt with pride, because this former superintendent of schools bleeds purple. Kelly Trompler grew up in Bonham. She graduated from Bonham High School. And she recently retired from 30 years of serving in Bonham ISD. Needless to say, Kelly Trompler loves Bonham, Texas. On this episode of Bonham Now, we hear her story ... we...
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Bonham, Texas, rolled out the red carpet when Kelly and Jason Royse were looking for a place to move their businessThey were looking for the ideal place, centrally located in the United States. During the search process, this engaging couple - which has a movie-worthy love story, found their way "home." Spoiler Alert: Now that Renlita Custom Opening Solutions operates from Bonham, that red-carpet treatment has turned into a win-w...
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Sandy Barber has a heart for giving back. She has been in non-profit leadership for a long time, and now she's using her passion and expertise to pour into the Creative Arts Center in Bonham. Before taking the job as the center's director, Sandy already had a heart for the organization's mission. Now, she gets to embrace it with both arms. Sandy is making a difference in people's lives - through the amazing power of art. #bonhamnow

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This is a story of faith, friendship, family and fate. On this episode of Bonham Now, we'll share the story of Jarrett Munger and Kyle Sanderson, owners of Muddbones. If you live in Fannin County, there is a great chance you've eaten a delicious Muddbones burger. But there is also a great chance you don't know the story behind this iconic burger joint. Again ... it's story of faith, friendship, family and faith. This is a must-list...
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H Compton is in the middle of his second term as Mayor of Bonham. It's been a long journey since being appointed to City Council 10 years ago. Now, he has big plans for Bonham and he's leading this community with a grateful heart. On this episode of Bonham Now, we get the chance to hear Mayor Compton's story and discover his vision for Bonham. #bonhamnow

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June 19, 2024 28 mins
Sam Lumpkins followed a rekindled college romance to Bonham, Texas. That was 24 years ago. Now, Sam is the Executive Director for the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce and she has evloved into one of the premier advocates for this community. Her story is full of twists and turns, but Sam Lumpkins is exactly where she is suppose to be. #bonhamnow

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Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce: Website

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City of Bonham: Website

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