Melissa & Brandon talk about the G&C Plumbing Teacher back to school giveaway (audio)

FM #1490 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1490 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Brandon Sheck, Operations Manager + Co-Owner/Vice President and Melissa Merlino, Social Media & Community Outreach Specialist. We had our discussion on Friday, August 1, 2025 in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio.

 

We talk about 

• G&C originated in Franklin, located in Bellingham

• Focused on residential business for all aspects of plumbing

• Teacher Giveaway, open thru August 14 for Franklin or Bellingham based teachers

The recording runs about 18 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1490-gnc-teacher-giveaway-08-01-25/

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Melissa & Brandon talk about the G&C Plumbing
Teacher back to school giveaway (audio)

G&C web page -> https://www.gandcplumbing.com/ 

Teacher Award info and nomination page -> https://www.gandcplumbing.com/back-to-school-giveaway/ 

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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

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Nominate a Teacher – G&C’s Back-to-School Giveaway! (nominations due Aug 14, 2025)

At G&C Plumbing & Heating, we believe in giving back to the amazing educators who make a difference in our community every day. That’s why we’re excited to launch our Nominate a Teacher Giveaway!

Do you know a local teacher who goes above and beyond for their students? Let’s help them start the school year strong! 

Simply nominate a deserving educator, and G&C will select 2 teachers and purchase items directly from their Amazon classroom wish list to support their classroom needs up to $500!

Nominate a Teacher – G&C’s Back-to-School Giveaway!

This is our way of saying thank you to teachers and giving back to the people who shape our future.

Nominations Close 8/14/25

Click HERE to Nominate your favorite teacher today and help us spread some well-deserved appreciation!  -> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSxXT2aOvR_qS2SkhVPhGZLb77lEvUzBiM2e7pFxVx6uUAjQ/viewform

*Exclusions apply: Teachers nominated must be from only Franklin or Bellingham.

Shared from G&C page -> https://www.gandcplumbing.com/back-to-school-giveaway/