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The American front porch represents the ideal of community in America. Just like on this community podcast, it’s where stories are celebrated. Welcome to The Front Porch – the official...
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The American front porch represents the ideal of community in America. Just like on this community podcast, it’s where stories are celebrated. Welcome to The Front Porch – the official community podcast of Melissa, Texas. On every episode, we share the stories of the people who live and work in this community. We also capture the heart of Melissa, Texas. This is The Front Porch.
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14 MAG 2025 · Season 3, Episode 15: Published author Jake Evans now calls Melissa, Texas, home. He loves this community, but it's his communities within the community that are starting to create impactful ripple effects - whether that's at his church, in his neighborhood or in his book club. On this episode of The Front Porch, we'll discuss Rise of the Oceanborn, Jake's book ... we'll talk about how he ended up in Melissa ... and he'll share his heart for this community. #frontporch
Links:
Rise of the Oceanborn: https://a.co/d/hHAhi6f
Rise of the Oceanborn: https://a.co/d/1JcyMtP
Podcast: Melissa Farmer's Market: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e14-melissa-farmers-market-a-truly-beautiful-experience--65807200
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
30 APR 2025 · Season 3, Episode 14: The Melissa Farmer's Market is alive again - and it's thriving! That is thanks to the love and passion of Caitlin Trahan and Britney West. These two stay-at-home moms wanted to restart the farmer's market, and it has grown into so much more. These two sisters have built a community within a community. How did they do it? Again ... love and passion for small businesses in this community!
Want to experience Melissa Farmer's Market for yourself? First, listen to this episode of The Front Porch. Then, make your way to City Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday (or next Saturday ... or the Saturday after that). #frontporch
Links:
Melissa Farmers Market: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568245491587
Melissa Farmers Market: https://melissafarmersmarket.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
16 APR 2025 · Season 3, Episode 13: When Rachel and Lance Buckley moved to Melissa, Texas, in 2019, they found exactly what they were looking for. But there is more to the story, because Lance Buckley - now a member of the Melissa Police Department - initially had his doubts. But in his defense, he was napping when his wife took intentional action to find a house in this unfamiliar community and start writing the next chapter in their family's journey. It's a heartwarming story that evolves into the best decision this family ever made. Now, Rachel and Lance have a heart for Melissa, and it's shining through in everything they do. #frontporch
Links:
The Red Feather: https://redfeather.wine
Rachel Buckley Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-rachel-buckley-camp-gladiator--41933098
Melissa Police Department: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/158/Police
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
4 APR 2025 · Season 3, Episode 12: When Marcial Marichalar put on his shorty shorts, boots and cowboy hat to run through the snowy streets of Melissa in 2019, he never imagined the impact it would have on his community. He just wanted to make people smile. That's really all Marcial wants to do in every aspect of his life. During our sitdown conversation, he even said: "I want to bring the energy and make people smile." On this episode of The Front Porch, we find out why this is so important to Marcial. This is a heartfelt and inspiring episode. #frontporch
Links:
Marcial Marichalar on IG: https://www.instagram.com/_resilient_inspiration/
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
20 MAR 2025 · Season 3, Episode 11: It's ironic that Jennifer Nehls has an incredible story, because for the last nine years she has worked at the Melissa Public Library. Her plan going into college was to be a marine geoscientist. Now, she's the Library Director in Melissa. After sitting down and visiting with her, it's kind of hard to imagine her doing anything else, because Jennifer has a genuine heart for library services. She understands that it's more than books on a shelf. She'll quickly tell you that a library is a community within a community, and it's her mission to get the Melissa Public Library outside its walls. This is an engaging conversation with a woman who loves her job and the community she serves. #frontporch
Links:
Melissa Public Library: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/208/Library
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
5 MAR 2025 · Season 3, Episode 10: Jennifer Clark moved to Melissa, Texas, in 2019. She instantly fell in love with her new community. It didn't take her long to become very curious, too. So, she decided to scratch that curiosity itch by getting involved. It started with a tenure on Melissa's City Council, where Jennifer embraced opportunities to connect with fellow residents and contribute to the community she loves.
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Links:
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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20 FEB 2025 · Season 3, Episode 9: Amy Mathews has a pretty intimidating title. She is the Development Services Director for the City of Melissa. But don’t be scared by her position with the city. This is an engaging episode that really captures how Melissa is growing - from the new grocery stores to the new downtown area. The Development Services Director plays a vital role in that process. Amy Mathews is new to Melissa, but she brings years of experience from other North Texas communities, and she already has a heart for Melissa, Texas. #thefrontporch
Podcast - Tyler Brewer: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-e11-tyler-brewer-providing-a-place-for-people-to-simply-be--59503596
Podcast - Terrell Smith (Asst. City Manager): https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e8-terrell-smith-asst-city-manager-daring-but-cautious--64229741
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
6 FEB 2025 · Season 3, Episode 8: Terrell Smith has only been on the job in Melissa, Texas, for a few months, but the new assistant city manager already has a heart for this community. On this episode of The Front Porch, Terrell Smith shares his story, talks about how he ended up in Melissa and he explains what an Assistant City Manager actually does. He also shares his perspective and experience in other communities, and how the City of Melissa can use that as an asset as it continues to grow. #thefrontporch
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
22 GEN 2025 · Season 3, Episode 7: Growing up in different metropolitan cities, Katy Vendetti never planted roots. After moving to Texas and becoming a mom ... that's all she wanted to do. Spoiler Alert: She quickly made that happen in Melissa, Texas. How did she do it? It all began at McKillop Elementary. She started out volunteering as a room mom, and now she's on the board for the school's PTO, co-chairing the organization's one-and-only fundraising event. The best part of Katy Vendetti's story ... she is absolutely loving it and those roots are firmly planted. #thefrontporch
McKillop PTO: https://mckilloppto.membershiptoolkit.com/home
Melissa ISD: https://www.melissaisd.org/
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
8 GEN 2025 · Season 3, Episode 6: Meals on Wheels of Collin County is creating ripple effects in Melissa, Texas (not to mention the other 26 cities across the county.) On this episode of The Front Porch, we sat down with two Meals on Wheels rock stars - Queen Ellison and Shannon Revels. Both of these amazing women have a heart for giving back, especially giving back to the elderly across the county. Think you know about Meals on Wheels? I bet you learn a few powerful things about the organization just listening to this episode, including the fact the local agency distributes 2,200 meals a day! #thefrontporch
Meals on Wheels - Collin County: https://www.mealsonwheelscc.org
Want to Volunteer? https://www.mealsonwheelscc.org/volunteer
Need Assistance? https://www.mealsonwheelscc.org/get-assistance-1
City of Melissa: https://www.cityofmelissa.com/
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
The American front porch represents the ideal of community in America. Just like on this community podcast, it’s where stories are celebrated. Welcome to The Front Porch – the official...
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The American front porch represents the ideal of community in America. Just like on this community podcast, it’s where stories are celebrated. Welcome to The Front Porch – the official community podcast of Melissa, Texas. On every episode, we share the stories of the people who live and work in this community. We also capture the heart of Melissa, Texas. This is The Front Porch.
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| Autore | City of Melissa |
| Organizzazione | City of Melissa |
| Categorie | Cultura e società , Documentari , Località e viaggi |
| Sito | www.cityofmelissa.com |
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