Local author David Hartline is retiring.  Mr. Hartline spoke with WZQZ News and said that he has made an arrangement with DIRT in Summerville to sell the remaining books he has, and that the books are at a reduced price.  Hartline said that he wants the books to be available to anyone that wants a copy for their home library.

Hartline was born and raised in northeast Alabama in the Jamestown Community just over the Chattooga County line. He was drafted into the US Army in January 1968. After combat training schools, he served in Vietnam, attached to the 1st Cav Division & 101st ABN Division in 1968; in 1969 he served in the Mekong Delta with the 9th Infantry Division as a recon scout and LRRP. David was a member of the first combat battalion to be withdrawn from Vietnam; was wounded twice receiving several medals and awards.

After his active duty service, he continued to serve in the US Army Reserves and National Guard, serving a total of 23 years and retiring at rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

After Mr. Hartline completed his education, he worked as a college instructor and was chief of police.  The Army & Airforce Exchange Service sent him nationwide selling copies of his books, the first of which were published locally by The Summerville News.

Mr. Hartline told WZQZ News that for many years he has traveled the nation as a motivational speaker for young troops that are serving in the military.  Mr. Hartline says that he is retiring and wants his books, that have inspired so many, to be available for people here in his home area.

You can find the books at DIRT Design & Décor, located at 9881 Commerce Street in Summerville.