Two People.

A Whole County Full of Stories.

We love this community and love talking to the people who make it special.

Meet your Hosts…

Garen Graves

A few fun facts about Garen:

  • Grew up in Henrietta, Texas, spent years in DFW after graduating from UNT, and eventually followed Liz to Hamilton County. Most days he’s glad he did.

  • Works in the masonry and building materials industry, helping people build everything from homes to schools to stadiums.

  • Photographer with a passion for capturing the people, landscapes, and small-town character of Hamilton County.

  • Has his own miniature reptile zoo in his office with 3 snakes and 5 lizards in custom-built terrariums. Yes really.

  • He loves to get dressed up in jeans, boots, and a jacket, topped off with a nice Stetson.

  • Favorite dessert: His mom’s homemade chocolate pudding. (Liz thought he was crazy until she tried it. Now it’s in her top 10, too)

  • Favorite Hamilton County spot: Hico Hall.

Liz Graves

A few fun facts about Liz:

  • Hamilton County native but graduated from Texas A&M University (Whoop!). Made a few stops, including Bastrop, Round Rock, and DFW before making it back to Hamilton, Texas.

  • Part of several Hamilton family businesses. Spec Rents - where we provide what companies need to stay safe and productive throughout their projects. The Copper Garden - a flower shop and boutique in downtown Hamilton. And of course, Big Red Brand - where we help small businesses, nonprofits, and small associations achieve their goals through marketing and association management.

  • Wears red every single day in some form or fashion

  • Favorite food: her mom's cinnamon rolls. (yes, the bar is very high)

  • Favorite Hamilton County spot: On the Pecan Creek Walking Trail close to the Hamilton Public Library.