Officials recognize dynamic couple that spent decades supporting navigation

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Officials recognize dynamic couple that spent decades supporting navigation

Navigation Facilities Manager for the East Tennessee River Area Matt Emmons (Left) presents the Department of the Army Civilian Service Achievement Medal to Gary Fleeman during a retirement ceremony July 31, 2024, in Ten Mile, Tennessee. Emmons made the presentation on behalf of Lt Col. Robert W. Green, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District commander, recognizing Fleeman for his many years of service, which culminated with his position as lockmaster at Watts Bar Lock on the Tennessee River in Decatur, Tennessee. (USACE Photo by Melissa Kear)

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