IN THIS

NEWSLETTER

● 2018 Chamber

Golf Tournament

● New Attraction

Coming to

Bonham: The

Branded Wall

● Business

Spotlights of

May

● Community

Events

● Star Chamber

Members

● Community

Calendar

● 2018

Membership

Benefits

June 2018

THE

NEWS LETTER

Bonham Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

May 11, 2018

Begin or Renew your Membership at www.fannincountytexas.com or contact

the Chamber at 903-583-4811

Springtime in Bonham means flowers and golf tournaments. The

Chamber extends our thanks to all our teams and sponsors who joined

us at the annual Chamber Golf Tournament on May 11th.

This year’s tournament included our big money, hole-in-one

contests, but with winds blowing around 30mph all day, most of the

balls found the water instead of the hole. Players still had an enjoyable

day as they talked with our exclusive hole sponsors, grabbed lunch off

the grill from Brookshire’s, and tried their chances at the putting 50/50

contest.

The Chamber trusts our winners are enjoying their new clubs and bags.

Congratulations to :

1st Place: Legend Bank

2nd Place: Legacy Ridge

3rd Place: TMC Hospital

Fix N Feed provided the vehicles and

drivers for carting volunteers and

beverages around the course this

year. Thanks to them for the help!

Thanks to hard work of the golf

tournament committee, co-chaired

by Harley Smith and Melissa Wallace, the number of exclusive hole

sponsors exceeded last year’s count. The Chamber of Commerce

encourages this kind of community/business interaction whenever

possible. We appreciate feedback from our teams, sponsors and

volunteers so the event can continue to improve.

Putt-Putters Team—Last Place but winning smiles! 3rd Place– TMC Hospital

1st Place– Legend Bank

2nd Place– Legacy Ridge

(not all team members

shown)

A project first proposed by David Keene,

the Bonham Chamber of Commerce has

been working behind the scenes for over a

year aligning the necessary resources for

bringing The Branded Wall to realization.

The Branded Wall will be made up of the

historical (or contemporary), Fannin County

cattle brands that individuals order to be

painted on the wall. It will double as a point

of interest for visitors, and a information

resource for researchers interested in

cowboy and local history. A fee of $100 to

order a brand painted on the wall will cover

operating expenses and web upkeep.

This project will be managed through the

Bonham Chamber of Commerce office.

Choosing the location was the first major

step. The owner of the corner building at

422 N Center granted the Chamber written

permission to use the wall in the beginning

of 2018, moving the project into the

promotion phase. In order to beginning

painting, there must be at least ten brands

ordered.

Anyone can order a brand by providing the

Chamber with:

• The Name of the Brand

• An Image of the Brand

• Any information/history you

want connected with the

Brand

• Your Contact Information

• A fee of $100

Contact the Chamber at 903-583-4811 for

more information.

What: A project to highlight the

Fannin County ranching heritage

and draw visitors to Bonham’s

downtown square

Project Description: A

tourist type display of cattle

brands painted on the North wall

of the building at 422 N Center.

Step 1 for this project will be to

paint “WELCOME TO BONHAM”

across the top of the wall. The

brands will be placed underneath

this as requested and space allows.

Using a 3x3 foot square per brand,

the wall will hold a grand total of

122 brands. A website will be

maintained where an individual

can click on a photo of a brand and

get more information about the

history of the brand, family that

had it, etc.

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The Branded Wall FANNIN COUNTY CATTLE BRAND

WALL REGISTRATION FORM

For More Information Chamber Contact: 903-583-4811

Requirements

Must be listed in the Fannin County Brand Book

Brand must be available for person wanting to place it on the wall

A. Currently Registered to the person wanting to place it on the wall

B. Not currently registered and available for anyone to use

If you would like to submit a unique brand design for registration with the county clerk, the fee is $24 to

register a brand for a maximum of 10 years.

Application to have a brand placed on The Branded Wall

Contact information of person making request and paying fee of $100:

________________________________________________________________________________________

Name Address Date of Request

Name of Original Brand Owner and Date first registered :

________________________________________________________________________________________

Original Registered Owners Name Date First Registered

Name of Original Brand if available:

________________________________________________________________________________________

Certification by the Fannin County Clerk that Submitted brand is in the Fannin County Brand Book

_Signature of Clerk:______________________________ Seal of Clerk

Sketch of brand (please indicate the exact brand description to be painted on wall) or attach a photo. Please give a brief history of

what you would like for others to know about the brand on the back.

Fannin Federal Credit Union Fannin Federal Credit Union has been proudly

serving its members since 1966. They are located at

1737 N Hwy 121, Bonham, and have 11 employees

on staff.

FFCU is a financial institution that offers its

members an alternative to traditional banks. They

specialize in consumer lending with competitive rates

on vehicles, boats, motorcycles, ATV’s, RV’s, and

farm equipment to name a few. Other services

available at FFCU include IRAs, free checking

accounts with VISA Debit cards, online BillPay and

an APP and much, much more.

Beyond their work in the financial sector,

FFCU supports many of the Chamber’s events and

activities the community enjoys, as well as other

civic and non-profit causes.

You can get more information

about FFCU services by calling 903

-583-8131, or find them online at

www.fannincu.com and

facebook.com/fanninFCU.

Fix N Feed Having been in business 14 years, Fix N

Feed, Bonham opened their location at 603 N Center

in 2005. They currently have 31 employees.

Fix N Feed, Bonham Hardware, sells feed,

lumber, fencing material, paint and hardware, and

specializes in unique items for every job. They strive

to be a customer service-oriented business that helps

with any of their customers’ needs. Their main sale

is the first week of April, called “Customer

Appreciate Sale.”

Fix N Feed often supports our community.

They participate in fundraisers throughout the

community via donations, and their manager, Gary

Stanley, currently serves on the Chamber Board of

Directors.

If you have any questions, they are active on facebook or can be reached at 903-

583-9995.

First United Bank & Trust

Company was chartered on

October 21, 1900 as Durant

National Bank. They currently have

12 staff working their location in

Bonham at 120 W. Sam Rayburn.

First United Bank, Bonham is a

financial services organization that specializes in

Checking, Savings, Money Market & CD accounts, a

variety of loan types, and they also provide Business

& Commercial Insurance and Wealth Management.

First United exists to inspire and empower

others to Spend Life Wisely. One of their officers,

Kristy Agerlid, serves on the Chamber board. They

also contribute to the success of our local Relay for

Life, Meals on Wheels, Creative Arts Center, and

Bonham Heritage Day Car & Truck Show.

If you would like more information give them

a call at: 903-583-2101, or check them out online at:

www.firstunitedbank.com.

First United Bank

Guild Mortgage began in 1960,

but Sabrina Wegley and Michelle

Castle opened the Sherman branch

in June 2011 and their current 714

N. Travis St, Sherman location in the

spring of 2016. Together, Sabrina and

Michelle manage 6 Guild Branches with 9 loan

officers and a total of 31 employees. Sabrina

currently serves on the Bonham Chamber Board of

Directors as part of her effort to better serve our area.

Guild delivers on the promise of home. The

company provides residential mortgage lending

through a wide variety of loan programs. To the

team at Guild, it’s all about treating customers like

family. The company supports a large number of

charitable organizations and sponsor youth athletic

and educational programs.

For more information call them at (903) 957-

3100, visit them on facebook at Guild Mortgage

Company Sherman, or even apply online at

www.loansfortexas.com.

Guild Mortgage

Business Spotlights of May

On May 24th the Chamber co-hosted its second lunch and learn

with BuzzHustle on the topic of marketing, digital and traditional.

The content of the class was accessible for those getting started in marketing and also gave us a peak behind some of

the more advanced options marketing technology allows for toady. Special thanks to the Breakfast Stop for allowing us

to use their facilities to hold the class.

The Chamber lunch & learns will be taking a break over the summer, picking up again in August to prepare for the

holiday marketing opportunities that come with the end of the year. We appreciate feedback on our events, and if you

have a topic you would appreciate attending a lecture on, feel free to send your ideas to the Chamber Membership and

Outreach committee at bonhamchamber@cableone.net

May New Members

Bonham Smiles 2004 N Highway 121, Suite 100

Bonham, TX 75418 817-809-4864

Bonham Smiles is an affordable family

dental office for adults and children. Our

services include extractions, fillings, teeth

cleaning and whitening, cosmetic

dentistry and more. We accept most

dental PPO plans, Medicaid, CHIP,

DentaQuest, MCNA

Bonham Smiles

Soft Open Upcoming

Chamber Lunch &

Learns on Summer

Break

2019 Bonham Chamber Awards Banquet It may be a ways off, but the Bonham Chamber of

Commerce is planning its 2019 Awards Banquet, and we’re already

thinking about how to make the fun as big as possible! Brookshire’s

dropped this cool cooler (pictured left) off at the office for safe

storage til the banquet.

If you have an idea/item for auction items or game prizes,

it’s not too early! Contact the Chamber at 903-583-4811.

Bonham Smiles, a new Chamber member, will soon be

opening their doors in the new shopping complex across from

Walmart at 2004 N Hwy 121. They’re currently putting the final

touches into their preparations for the official opening. Stay

tuned to the Chamber emails and facebook page for an official

date.

You Hold the Key Crisis Center Fundraiser

Sat, Jun 16, 2018 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Silent and Live Auctions, Dinner and Entertainment!

Tickets are $35 each or 2 for $65. Sponsor tables are $500

for 8 or $300 for 4. Please call 903-583-7694 for more

information. Funds raised will assist our clients who have

been victims of Family Violence or Sexual Assault. We look

forward to a great evening! Please join us! http://

www.fccrisiscenter.org/

Wine Down on Willow

June 22nd, 6pm-8pm

Wineries on hand, music and food available from the delicious local food truck. Creative Arts Center 903-640-2196

GOLD MEMBERS

Bonham Chrysler

Brookshire's Food Store

Fannin Bank

First National Bank of Trenton

First United Bank

Legend Bank

North Texas

Municipal Water District

Oncor

TMC Bonham

Hospital

Bronze Members

Americas Best Value Inn

Atmos Energy

Blain Service Company, LLC

Bonham Independent School District

Bonham Land and Ranches, LLC

Bonham Smiles

Cable One

Century 21 Harvey Properties

Cigna

Clayton Homes

Cole Title Company

Custom Glass and Mirror

David Stanley Construction LLC

Fannin County Leader

Fannin Federal Credit Union

Fannin Pharmacy

Farm N' Home Casualty

Main Street Title

Majestic 6 Theatre

Massey’s Music

McClanahan & Holmes, LLP

McCraw Materials

McCraw Oil & Kwik Chek

Morning Star Academy

Northeast Medical Home Health

Rebel Roots Boutique

Renlita Custom Opening Solutions

RPM Staffing

Weichert Realtors Solid Ground

Warrior Tire

Wise Funeral Home

OFFICERS

Harley Smith, Chair

Deana Staton, Chair Elect

Melody Hammett, Treasurer

Brandi Powers, Secretary

DIRECTORS

Kristy Agerlid

Beverly Kinslow

Staci Murden

Jeff Robinson

Gary Stanley

Megan Towery

Melissa Wallace

Sabrina Wegley

STAFF

Dale McQueen

Susan Purcell

2018 Board of Directors

2017 STAR CHAMBER MEMBERS

June

June 1-2 - Highway 82 Yard Sale

June 1 - Rotary Golf Tournament

June 5 - First United Bank Credit Workshop

June 7-10 - Bonham Trade Days

June 9 - Local Band Concert

June 16 - Crisis Center Dinner Fundraiser

June 16 - Homestead Winery 30th Celebration

June 18-22 - Creative Arts Summer Camp

June 22 - Wine Down on Willow

June 25-29 - Creative Arts Summer Camp

June 30 - Crisis Center Dinner Fundraiser

June 30 - New Zion Baptist Benefit Play Day - Arenas at Multi Purpose Complex

The Bonham Chamber of Commerce Website and click the “Community Events”

calendar header for the entire Fannin County Community Calendar

Contact Visitor’s Center for more information:

visitbonham.com

Non-Profit $35

Individual $100

Business $175

~ Directory listing on website ~ Ribbon Cuttings ~ Directory Listing in Print ~ Monthly Newsletter and Member

Email Blasts for special business promotions ~ Weekly Activity Emails ~ Social Media Coverage

$300 $1,000

All benefits afforded to General

Memberships, PLUS:

Free Lollipop

Free Link from Front page of Chamber Website to

your website

1/3 page ad in printed Directory

All benefits afforded to General & Bronze

Memberships, PLUS:

Free Lollipop

Full page ad in printed Directory

Individual Banner displayed at Chamber Banquet

and in Multipurpose Complex Year Round

Recognition at General Chamber Events

Chamber Golf Tournament Hole Sponsorship