All of us at 101.5 KNUE are proud to be part of East Texas, and we are especially proud to live in a place where we hold our military and first responders in such high regard.

KNUE + Patterson UTI are proud to announce this week’s “Hometown Hero," Edgar Ayala of the U.S. Army National Guard.

Mr. Ayala, of Palestine, was nominated by his Jasmine McDaniel, who had this to say about Edgar:

Edgar has been in the Army National Guard for 3 years. in August of 2012 he served in Afghanistan for 9 months. He is a hard working man who supplies for his family.

To show our appreciation for Edgar's dedication and service to his country and community, he will receive a plaque courtesy of Congratulations Awards in Jacksonvillle, They specialize in awards, engraving, trophies, plaques, gifts and more. He also will also receive a gift pack from Edible Arrangements.

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