# Texan of the Year Finalists

> Dallas Morning News names 14 Texans who made significant impacts in 2023.
- Title: Texan of the Year Finalists · The Dallas Morning News
- Summary: Dallas Morning News names 14 Texans who made significant impacts in 2023. The Dallas Morning News has selected 14 finalists for 2025 Texan of the Year…
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## Texan of the Year Finalists
The Dallas Morning News has named 14 Texans as finalists for 2025 Texan of the Year.
## Sarah Ray
Sarah Ray has secured millions for ailing workers in the Texas Panhandle.
## Steven McKnight
UT Southwestern Professor of Biochemistry Steven McKnight is a 2025 Texan of the Year finalist.
## Tejasvi Manoj
Tejasvi Manoj is protecting seniors from scams as a 2025 Texan of the Year finalist.
## Sha'Carri Richardson
Sha'Carri Richardson won the world championship 100-meter race after overcoming personal challenges.
## Andrew Murr
Andrew Murr led the investigation to impeach Ken Paxton as a 2025 Texan of the Year finalist.
## Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker
Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker saved his Colleyville congregants from harm as a 2025 Texan of the Year finalist.
## Key takeaway

The Dallas Morning News has selected 14 finalists for 2025 Texan of the Year, highlighting diverse contributions from healthcare, sports, and community service.