The Old Fort Velasco Historical Association, in partnership with the Old Velasco/Surfside Beach Historical Committee, is pleased to announce the honorees of the 2025 Historical Awards. This annual event celebrates the individuals and organizations who passionately work to bring the history of southern Brazoria County to life.

Jan Devereaux will receive the Dan Parkinson Literary Award, which honors those who utilize their writing skills to promote historical narratives. Her groundbreaking book, “Pistols, Petticoats, & Poker,” chronicles the life of Lottie Deno. Additionally, Ms. Devereaux is a docent Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. After 30 a year career with Baylor, Scott and White Health Care at Waxahachie, Texas, now retired devotes her time to research and writing. She is also a

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