Deerfield High grad becomes Marine

Dear Editor:

As of Sept. 13, Marine Corps Pfc. Angela L. Dixon, daughter of Barbara and Freddie Hall of Pompano Beach, earned the title of United States Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC.

For 13 weeks, Dixon stayed committed during some of the world’s most demanding entry-level military training – in order to be transformed from civilian to Marine instilled with pride, discipline and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Training subjects included close-order drill, marksmanship with an M-16A4 rifle, physical fitness, martial arts, swimming, military history, customs and courtesies.

One week prior to graduation, Dixon endured The Crucible, a 54-hour final test of recruits’ minds and bodies. Upon completion, recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem and called Marines for the first time.

Dixon is a 2012 graduate of Deerfield Beach High School.

Navy Public Affairs Support Element (NPASE) Norfolk, VA

Beach Parking

Dear Editor:

I want to thank City officials for making the revisions on the beach parking application process. As a full-time permanent resident who lives, works and votes in Florida, I commend your actions. My family and I enjoy the privileges and benefits that come with these fair requirements.

Thank you,

James Dack

Deerfield Beach resident for 16 years