U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson this morning will honor two Volusia County heroes at DeLand City Hall.

Nelson, who is a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, will present the Congressional Badge of Bravery to Deputy Sheriff Justin Ferrari.

He also will award a Bronze Star and Purple Heart to retired Air Force Master Sgt. William Holder.

The ceremony will start at 10:30 a.m. at 120 S. Florida Ave.

Nelson faces Gov. Rick Scott for his Senate seat in the Nov. 6 general election.

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