2009 Texan of the Year: The heroes of Fort Hood

Ask people around the world's biggest military base to recount personal tales of calamity since 2001, and the shooting spree that killed 13 and wounded 32 on Nov. 5 surfaces almost as an afterthought. At Fort Hood, it's all personal. It's all family.
One hero's story: Twice injured, Sgt. Karl Pasco would "go back in a minute"
Photos/Audio: Karl Pasco's wife talks about his service
Photos/Audio: Interview with Lt. Gen. Robert Cone
Video: Virtual tour of Fort Hood community

Who will it be?

The Editorial Board will select "A Texan (or Texans) who has had uncommon impact; who exemplifies Texas traits of trailblazing, independence and staring down adversity; and who has affected or influenced lives."

Opinion blog: 2009 nominees so far

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2008 Texan of the Year: Craig Watkins

2007 Texan of the Year: The Illegal Immigrant

2006 Texan of the Year: Roy Velez

2005 Texan of the Year: Houston

2004 Texan of the Year: Karl Rove

2003 Texan of the Year: George W. Bush

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