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," Judson Volunteer Fire Department Chief Mike Fennell.

Fennell, of Longview, was nominated by Trent Robinson, who had this to say about Mike:

Mike is the Chief at Judson Metro Volunteer Fire Department and the Lead Instructor at Kilgore College Fire Academy. He has helped Judson Metro come to be a fire department that I'm happy to be a part of. He has provided newer and better equipment to help serve the community. He helps train the new firefighters who want to go that path. He's always there to lend a helping hand and to give you the shirt off his back.

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

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