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," Ryan Williamson of the U.S. Army.

Mr. Williamson, a Garrison native who now lives in Bossier City, was nominated by his wife, Brenna Williamson. Here's what she had to say about her husband:

Ryan was born and raised in Garrison, Texas. He is my husband of nearly 13 years and is also my hero. He has been deployed three times and somehow manages to keep himself composed every day despite the things he has seen and been through. I am so very proud just to know him, let alone be able to call him my husband.

To show our appreciation for Ryan's dedication and service to his country and community, he will receive a plaque courtesy of Tyler Trophy. They specialize in awards, engraving, trophies, plaques, gifts and more.

Thank you for your service, Ryan, and we are proud to call you a fellow East Texan.

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