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," Cpl. Timothy Grace of the U.S. Army.

Cpl. Grace, of Nacogdoches, was nominated by his mother, Anita Scott, who had this to say about her son:

CPL Grace has always been the example of what every parent hopes their son would be. He has always been the most loving, loyal and respectful young man to all he meets. His goal in life is not to live for himself only but that through his life he would live to touch many. With that being said, it is no surprise to all who knows him that he would choose to service his country. We would like to say congratulations to Cpl. Timothy Grace for winning Division Soldier at Fort Riley, Kansas.

To show our appreciation for Timothy'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, Timothy, and we are proud to call you a fellow East Texan.

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