Matt Ellis (right), a former Marine sergeant and Lumberton High School graduate, stands at the position of attention as his second Purple Heart is awarded for injuries sustained during his 2009-10, deployment to Afghanistan, March 27, Lumberton, Ellis, who graduated high school in 2007 before joining the Marine Corps, has since returned to the area and now works as a Deputy Sheriff for Hokes County. Homegrown hero returns to roots; Former Marine, Lumberton High grad receives 2nd Purple Heart at hometown 120327-M-FZ505-026

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