Daily News Update, Jan. 4, 2008

Benefit for TSCRA Special Ranger Tommy Johnson announced

TSCRA Special Ranger Tommy Johnson, district 27, was severely injured at a practice roping near Victoria, Texas, on Nov. 30, 2007. Witnesses reported seeing Johnson's horse spook and throw him, resulting in serious injuries that have kept him hospitalized at Houston's Herman Memorial Hospital in critical condition since the accident.

Johnson's prognosis is still guarded due to the nature of his injuries, but family, friends and co-workers are praying for his recovery.

A fund-raising event to benefit Johnson's medical expenses has been announced for Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008, at Muldoon's Saloon & Steak House, 110 W. Railroad in El Campo, Texas. The evening begins at 4:00 p.m. and will include dancing, a stew supper, an auction and a drawing. All profits go to the "Every Day Heroes" Tommy Johnson Sr. Benefit Fund.

To purchase Benefit raffle tickets or for more information, call (979) 543-3703. Donations may also be made to the "Every Day Heroes" Tommy Johnson Sr. Benefit Fund, c/o Prosperity Bank, 1301 N. Mechanic, El Campo, Texas, 77437.

Johnson has been a special ranger since Jan. 2005 and covers district 27 in South Texas, which includes the city of San Antonio.