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Dozens of people came out Tuesday night to voice their concerns about a proposed sales tax increase. The Madison City Council held a meeting at City Hall.More >>
Dozens of people came out Tuesday night to voice their concerns about a proposed sales tax increase. The Madison City Council held a meeting at City Hall.More >>
Midland City, AL (WAFF) -
The man accused of holding a kindergartner hostage in a bunker in Midland City served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.
U.S Navy Officials confirm 65-year-old Jimmy Lee Dykes served from October 8, 1964 until January 10, 1969. He was an Aviation Maintenance Administrationman Third Class – AZ3.
Navy officials say Dykes was stationed at Treasure Island, California and Atsugi, Japan.
He received the following awards and decorations:
Navy Unit Commendation
Meritorious Unit Commendation
Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Navy officials say they cannot comment about the conditions of Dykes' discharge.
Jimmy Lee Dykes served in the U.S. Navy.
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