SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - First responders across Grayson County got a special thank you Wednesday at Sherman Medical Center's annual 'Badges and Barbecue Luncheon.'The event brought together local law enforcement, firefighters and paramedics to celebrate their service with food, raffles and prizes.

Several awards were handed out for dedication and hard work.

Among those recipients was Jeff Jones, a paramedic with Sherman Fire-Rescue who received the hometown hero award."It makes us feel appreciated, because we are all a spoke on the wheel if you will, we're all team players, and we all have to work together in healthcare to make these things happen," Jones said.