Each day, men and women across Hall County put their lives on the line to protect their community. While these principled individuals all have their own unique stories, they share at least one common characteristic for which our community will always be grateful for — the desire to serve and protect others. Unfortunately, the calling that they have answered can sometimes result in grave tragedy.The Hall County community experienced such a tragedy this past week, when Deputy Nicolas Blane Dixon was shot and killed in the line of duty.