Who is Haley Carter

Amidst the celebration of Independence Day, a Texas town's choice of grand marshal, Haley Carter

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On June 22, the City of Friendswood Parks & Recreation announced on Facebook that Haley Carter,

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Whose decorations include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal

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