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The Front Porch

The Front Porch

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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.Copyright City of Melissa Reiseliteratur & Erläuterungen Sozialwissenschaften
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  • S4, E16: Darren Thompson – An Education in Legacy

    S4, E16: Darren Thompson – An Education in Legacy
    Jun 26 2026
    Season 4, Episode 16 of The Front Porch Podcast features Darren Thompson, who serves on the Melissa School Board and was an inaugural member of Leadership Melissa.

    The people who shape our lives often never realize just how far their influence will reach.

    From growing up in a family of educators to building a career as an IT Engineer for Toyota, Darren shares how his mother's passion for serving students inspired a lifelong commitment to giving back. What began around the family dinner table eventually led him to Melissa, where a simple question, "How can I help?", opened the door to serving both the school district and the community he now calls home.

    Along the way, Darren reflects on why Melissa's schools first attracted his family, what he learned through Leadership Melissa, and why understanding how a community works is one of the best ways to become part of it.

    This episode is a reminder that strong communities are built by people who care enough to get involved, invest in others, and leave things better than they found them.

    Listen now for a conversation about education, leadership, service, and the ripple effect one person can have on an entire community.

    Links:

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    20 Min.
  • S4, E15: Inventing a Life of Faith, Family and Community

    S4, E15: Inventing a Life of Faith, Family and Community
    Jun 11 2026
    What starts as an idea can sometimes grow into something much bigger.

    In this episode of The Front Porch Podcast, we sit down with Roberto and Katie Hern, owners of Hern's Pest Control and Hern's Pro Products, to talk about the journey that led them from Southern California to North Texas and from a simple observation in the pest control industry to becoming inventors with a patented product.

    After nearly three decades in the pest control business, Roberto noticed a common problem in Texas homes that wasn't being addressed. What began as an idea developed in their kitchen eventually became a patented product designed to help homeowners protect their homes from pests. But bringing that idea to life wasn't easy.

    Along the way, Roberto and Katie share the challenges, sacrifices, and unwavering faith that carried them through the process. They reflect on the importance of putting God first, family second, and community third, and how those values have shaped both their business and their lives.

    The conversation also offers a glimpse into the partnership behind the success. Roberto credits Katie as the rock of their family and the person who encouraged him to pursue the idea when it was still just a dream. Katie shares her own commitment to serving others through her involvement in the community, church, and local schools.

    This episode is a reminder that success isn't always measured by profits or patents. Sometimes it's measured by the people who stand beside you, the problems you're willing to solve, and the impact you're able to make along the way.

    Listen now and hear the story of faith, family, perseverance, and a family's journey to turning an idea into reality.

    Links:

    Hern's Pest Control: Website

    Hern's Pro Products: Website

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    31 Min.
  • S4, E14: Anthony Obiselu (Yonx Pizza) - A Slice of Life

    S4, E14: Anthony Obiselu (Yonx Pizza) - A Slice of Life
    May 28 2026
    Season 4, Episode 14 of The Front Porch Podcast features Anthony Obiselu, part owner of Yonx Pizza Bar & Co.

    Links:

    Yonx Pizza Bar & Co: Website

    City of Melissa: Website

    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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    29 Min.
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