Episodios

  • S2, E19: Mila Figg - Creating Her Own 'Milk and Honey'

    S2, E19: Mila Figg - Creating Her Own 'Milk and Honey'
    Aug 15 2024
    Season 2, Episode 19: Mila Figg is an all-star. She is a published author. She is a mechanical engineer. She is a small business owner. On this episode of The Front Porch, we give Mila the opportunity to share her inspiring story, because she now proudly calls Melissa, Texas, home. Orginally from Kenya, Mila wanted to live the "American dream." Once she arrived in the United States to start college, she realized it wasn't exactly what she was expecting. (There was no limousine waiting for her at the airport with a suitcase of money in the trunk.) But that didn't deter this head-strong woman. She rolled up her sleeves and generated her own "milk and honey" in America. This is a story of strength and resilience. #frontporch

    LINKS:

    Mila Inspired: Website

    Mila Inspired: Facebook

    The Little Elephant's Big Adventure: Amazon

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    45 m
  • S2, E18: Judge David Moore - 'Justice With Some Mercy'

    S2, E18: Judge David Moore - 'Justice With Some Mercy'
    Jul 30 2024
    Season 2, Episode 18: This conversation with Judge David Moore exemplifies our mission for this community podcast. His spirit and passion for Melissa, Texas, is contagious. His dedication to serving and giving back to this community is inspiring. Judge Moore is the "Iron Man" of Municipal Courts - not missing a court date in 32 years while serving Melissa (he's never banged his gavel either). This is a wonderfully great episode of The Front Porch, highlighted by Judge Moore's sense of humor and love for Melissa, Texas. #frontporch

    Links:

    Melissa Municipal Court: Website

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    34 m
  • S2, E17: Chris Thatcher - All About the Residents

    S2, E17: Chris Thatcher - All About the Residents
    Jul 17 2024
    Season 2, Episode 17: Chris Thatcher was destined to work in city government. From his father to his brothers, public service has become a calling, and Chris Thatcher takes his role as Utility Billing Director in Melissa, Texas, very seriously. For many residents, his department is the primary source of contact with the City of Melissa. He totally recognizes that and understands the importance of that role. Chris Thatcher's No. 1 goal is to provide exceptional customer service to every resident of this community. #frontporch

    Links:

    Utility Billing: Website

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    23 m
  • S2, E16: Andrew Lowery - Service Above Self

    S2, E16: Andrew Lowery - Service Above Self
    Jul 3 2024
    Season 2, Episode 16: Andrew Lowery served our country for 34 years in the Army Reserves. When he got out, he made it his mission to give back and embrace the community that supported him and his family for so long. Melissa, Texas, has benefitted from his selfless spirit. One of the main giving back initiatives that Andrew Lowery supports is Wreaths Across America, which honors our fallen service men and women. #frontporch

    Links:


    Wreaths Across America - Melissa: Facebook

    Wreaths Across America: Website

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    25 m
  • S2, E15: Nolan Harvey - Building Community

    S2, E15: Nolan Harvey - Building Community
    Jun 19 2024
    Season 2, Episode 15: Nolan Harvey, the contracted city engineer in Melissa, brings a completely different perspective to this episode of The Front Porch. He has worked for the City of Melissa for almost 9 years, and he has been at the forefront of the growth and development. With every decision that is made, Nolan and his staff have the "good and growth of the community in mind." #frontporch

    Links:

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    22 m
  • S2, E14: Alyssa Chaney - Celebrating Cardinal Pride

    S2, E14: Alyssa Chaney - Celebrating Cardinal Pride
    Jun 4 2024
    Season 2, Episode 14: Alyssa Chaney grew up in Melissa, Texas. She left to attend college in Stephenville, Texas, but as soon as she graduated from Tarleton State University, she came straight back home. Now, she is getting the amazing opportunity to celebrate anything and everything for Melissa Schools. Her role as Communications Specialist for Melissa ISD gives her the opportunity to tell the story of a school district - and a community - that she whole-heartedly loves. #frontporch

    Links:


    Melissa ISD: Website

    Melissa Schools on IG: Follow

    Tarleton State: Website

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    23 m
  • S2, E13: Fire Chief Carl Nix - All in the Family

    S2, E13: Fire Chief Carl Nix - All in the Family
    May 22 2024
    Season 2, Episode 13: Melissa's Fire Chief does not live in the community that he serves, but his love and passion for Melissa, Texas, runs deep. That love and passion - along with his heart for his fire family - is what inspires Carl Nix to spend two and half hours a day commuting from Sulphur Springs, Texas. On this episode of The Front Porch, we get the chance to hear Chief Nix story, discuss his leadership philosophy and find out where his servent heart comes from. #frontporch

    Links:

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    31 m
  • S2, E12: Don Dykstra - Homeward Bound

    S2, E12: Don Dykstra - Homeward Bound
    May 1 2024
    Season 2, Episode 12: On this podcast, we tell the story of Melissa, Texas, by sharing the stories of the people who live and work here. This episode of The Front Porch is a little different. Our featured guest, Don Dykstra - owner of Bloomfield Homes, doesn't live in Melissa or have an office in Melissa. But his company is building high-end houses in this community, and he does have a huge heart for Melissa, Texas. Along with his story, Don Dykstra shares his affection for Melissa. He also talks about starting Bloomfield Homes and his thoughts on this community's tremendous growth. #frontporch

    Links:

    Bloomfield Homes: Website

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    30 m