1 The Army-Navy game — On this past Tuesday, the Army–Navy Game received the National Football Foundation’s Distinguished American Award. This award is one of the National Football Foundation’s most prestigious honors. It is awarded to a person or entity that has demonstrated lasting devotion to the sport and, through leadership and service, has made a meaningful impact and a significant contribution to the betterment of collegiate football.
First played in 1890, the Army–Navy Game has become one of college football’s most historic rivalries. It embodies ideals of teamwork, competition and spirit that resonate well on the field. However, the game has long transcended the sport itself.
More than a competition, it represents the values and commitment to a cause greater than the field of play. Unlike any other football rivalry, the seniors who compete in the game know they will soon stand together in service to the nation, often in demanding and dangerous assignments.
The National Football Foundation’s recognition underscores the Army–Navy Game’s historical significance and the ideals it represents. This year’s matchup will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Edgar J. Manton, Heath
U.S. Naval Academy, Class of 1959
2 The Department of Public Safety in Plano — I wish to compliment the Department of Public Safety in Plano. It took exactly 17 minutes to renew my driver’s license.
The doors opened at exactly 8 a.m. The staff was very helpful with the sign-up process. I barely had time to fill out my forms when my number was called.
The examiner was not only efficient but personable. The entire process was both efficient and customer-friendly.
A shout out to all the good people who work in the Department of Public Safety in Plano.
Sandra Mast, Plano
3 Lewisville Lake — Re: “How Lewisville Lake was born — The history of the reservoir’s name dates to the ’20s and town of Garza,” Nov. 18 Metro & Business story.
Thanks for the great story regarding Lewisville Lake/Lake Dallas. It brought back memories of when I was a summer hand for the Texas Highway Department, now the Texas Department of Transportation.
We spent many very hot summer days loading gravel near the cement piers for the new U.S. Highway 77 bridge that crossed the new lake. As far as you could see in any direction, no water was in sight.
We could not imagine such a beautiful lake that we now see at that site. Thanks for the memories!
Miles Schulze, Dallas/Lake Highlands