Alabama National Guard soldier awarded for heroic action at Fruitdale gas station

By: Sgt. Adena McCluskey / Alabama National Guard

U.S. Army Spc. James Hollomon, a supply specialist for the Alabama National Guard’s 127th Medical Company, received a hero’s recognition during a community event Aug. 31, 2024, after voluntarily placing himself in harm’s way to prevent a potential catastrophe.

On July 24, 2024, Hollomon was on his way home from annual training at Camp Shelby, Mississippi, when he stopped at the local Dollar General next to the Fruitdale Corner Store to purchase a can of sealant for his leaking tire.

“I looked over and saw a bunch of smoke,” Hollomon said. “The firefighter in me kicked in.”

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