Tracy Lawrence to become San Antonio citizen

Mayor Julian Castro and the area Chamber of Commerce will present Tracy with a Chamber/Mayoral Proclamation in recognition and appreciation of his numerous visits to the city over the past 15 years and his philanthropic endeavors on Friday, Aug. 14, just prior to Lawrence's scheduled performance that evening at Cowboys Far Weset.

The Arkansas native will become the first country artist to receive this honor. "I am humbled by this gesture and am at a loss for words to express my gratitude," Lawrence said. "The folks of San Antonio, and all across the state of Texas, have always made me feel right at home; their warmth and genuine kinship is entirely mutual."

Lawrence released his first inspirational CD (and third album from his own independent label, Rocky Comfort Records), "The Rock."