Air Force Airman Steven A. Silveus graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Silveus is the son of Mark and Connie Silveus of Findlay. He is a 2011 graduate of FIndlay High School. (4/11)

 

Air Force Reserve Airman Whitney Whitted graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Whitted is the daughter of Donald Whitted of East South Street, McComb, and Diana Jackson of Stratford Road, Delaware. She is a 2011 graduate of McComb High School. (4/11)


Army National Guard Pvt. Jordon R. Pool has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. Pool is the son of Patricia Bailey of Overlook Lane, Canandaigua, N.Y., and grandson of Raymond Spencer of Selwyn Drive, Anderson, S.C. He is a 2006 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School, Ohio. (4/9)


Army Pvt. Cory B. Shepherd has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Shepherd is a 2011 graduate of Hardin Northern High School, Dola. (4/8)

 

Air Force Airman Justin S. Harbison graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Harbison is the son of Jennifer Hamp of Howard Street, Findlay, and Perry Harbison of Holcomb Road, Pemberville. He is a 2011 graduate of Findlay High School. 9/12

 

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Spencer U. Cupples graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Cupples is the son of Jeff Cupples of Township Road 196, Vanlue, and grandson of Doris McClish of Westview Drive, Findlay. He is a 2009 graduate of Heritage Christian School, Findlay. 9/12

 

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Casey L. Vaughn graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Vaughn is the daughter of Tim Vaughn of Carey, and cousin of Kaylee Ruckstuhl of Napoleon Road , Bowling Green. She is a 2008 graduate of Carey High School. 9/12  

 

Army Pvt. Blake A. Thompson has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Thompson is the son of Richard Thompson of State Route 613, McComb. He is a 2011 graduate of McComb High School. 9/12

 

Jefferson L. Wolfe has been promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. Wolfe, who has served in the military for 20 years, is the deputy branch chief of web and social media at the Office of the Chief, Army Reserve, Fort Belvoir, Va. He is the son of Mary Jo Wolfe of Walnut Street, Fostoria. His wife, Hallie E. Wolfe, is the daughter of Bruce and Sandra Tucker of Hille Drive, Millbury. The lieutenant colonel is a 1998 graduate of St. Wendelin High School, Fostoria. He earned a bachelor's degree in 1992, and a master's degree in 1995, both from Bowling Green State University.  9/12

 

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Casey W. Ostwinch graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  Ostwinch is the son of Sharon and Larry Ostwinch of Hill Circle, Findlay. He is a 2008 graduate of Findlay High School. He earned an associate degree in 2011 from Owens State Community College, Toledo.

 

Army Pvt. Phillip E. Eulett has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. Eulett is the son of Rosalie Eulett of Main Street, Nevada. He is a 2008 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School

 

Air Force Airman 1st Class Benjamin F. Wolford graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.  Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.   Wolford is the son of Richard and Jody Wolford of Willow Drive, Arlington.  He is a 2007 graduate of Arlington High School. He earned an associate degree in 2010 from the University of Northwestern Ohio, Lima. (8/30)

Army Spec. Emily A. Thomas has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Thomas is the daughter of Garry and Nancy Thomas of County Road 26, Mount Cory. She is a 2001 graduate of Cory-Rawson High School. She earned a master's degree in 2008 from Michigan State University, East Lansing. (8/23)
  

Army Pvt. Matthew R. Hampshire has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
Hampshire is the son of Mike Hampshire of County Road 26, Findlay. He is a 2011 graduate of Riverdale High School, Mount Blanchard. (8/23)

Air Force Airman Matt J. Larson graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Larson is the son of Tonia Larson of Westwood Hills Drive, West Burlington, Iowa, and Tim Larson of Main Street, West Leipsic, Ohio. He is a 2011 graduate of West Burlington High School, Iowa. (7/12)

Army Pfc. Alexander D. Hohman has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Hohman is the son of Matthew Hohman of Ann Street, Tiffin, and Sara Culler of North Main Street, Bowling Green. He is a 2009 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School.  (7/11)

Army Pvt. Anthony C. Jones has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Jones is the son of Marlene Jones of Township Highway 148, Nevada. He is a 2010 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School. 4/17

Army Reserve Sgt. Aaron M. Omlor is deploying to Afghanistan to serve in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Operation Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners. Active duty and reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces have been deployed to support the war against global terrorism outside the borders of the United States. U.S. troops serve in South, Southwest and Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe. Omlor, a team leader with the 350th Psychological Operations Company, Twinsburg, has served eight years in the military. He is a 2001 graduate of Fostoria High School. 4/17

Air Force Airman Kyle E. Mason graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Mason is the son of Brenda Thomas of South Ambrose Street, Arcadia, and Michael Mason of Jeanette Drive, Fostoria. He is a 2009 graduate of Arcadia High School. 4/13

Air Force Airman Samuel L. Carpenter graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Carpenter is the son of Douglas Carpenter of Searfoss Road, Columbus Grove. The airman is a 2009 graduate of Columbus Grove High School. 3/15

Army Pvt. Andrew P. Griffin has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. Griffin is the son of Daniel Griffin of South Fourth Street, Upper Sandusky, and Barbara Griffin of Pearl Street, Sandusky. He is a 2009 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School. 1/4

Army National Guard Pvt. Christopher M. Reed has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Reed is the son of Sherry Reed of Brenda Court, Findlay. He is a 2010 graduate of Findlay High School. 12/20

Army Pfc. Dylan E. McFarland has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. McFarland is the son of Janet and Patrick McFarland of Apache Lane, Ottawa. He is a 2011 graduate of Ottawa-Glandorf High School. 11/7

Air Force Airman Mary C. Olesky graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. She is the daughter of Kevin and Wendy Frost of Durrell St., Findlay, Ohio. Olesky graduated in 2010 from Findlay Digital Academy, Findlay. 8/11

Army Pvt. Nathaniel J. Johnson has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. He is the son of Teresa Henson of W. Lima St., Kenton, Ohio. Johnson graduated in 2010 from Kenton High School. Blaser graduated in 2011 from Findlay High School.   7/6

Michael J. Blaser has entered Basic Cadet Training at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo., in preparation to enter the first academic year at the academy. The six-week, two-phased orientation program must be successfully completed by the cadets prior to entering their freshman year. The training prepares men and women to meet the rigorous mental and physical challenges experienced by new cadets. Phase one involves personal in-processing, orientation, and training in the fundamentals of being a cadet. Cadet trainees are prepared to adjust from civilian to military life and disciplines, and learn proper wear of the uniform, saluting policies and procedures, drill and ceremony, marching, and living quarters standards. During phase two, cadets train outdoors living in tents while learning to function in field conditions. Cadets apply and practice team work, cohesion and learn to deal with physically and mentally demanding situations. They complete the obstacle, confidence, assault, and leadership reaction courses, and participate in a rescue mission termed Operation Warrior. He is the son of Vicki and Thomas Blaser of Hancock St., Findlay, Ohio. Blaser graduated in 2011 from Findlay High School.   7/6

Army National Guard Pvt. Jason A. Butler has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and persform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area.
He is the son of Tim and Deb Butler of E. Main St., Leipsic, Ohio Butler graduated in 2009 from Leipsic High School. 7/5

Army Pvt. Jacob M. Aurand has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Tammy Boyce of Township Highway 107, Carey, Ohio, and Mike Aurand of W. Wyandot Ave., Upper Sandusky, Ohio.
Aurand graduated in 2009 from Arcadia High School, Ohio.

Damien A. Moore has deployed to Iraq to serve in support of Operation New Dawn, the formerly named Operation Iraqi Freedom. This transition signifies a formal end to U.S. military combat operations in Iraq. Operation New Dawn shifts the U.S. emphasis from predominantly military to predominately civilian as the U.S. officials assist Iraqis in accordance with the Strategic Framework Agreement. The three primary missions of U.S. Forces include advising, assisting, and training the Iraqi Security Forces; conducting partnered counterterrorism operations; and providing support to provincial reconstruction teams and civilian partners as they help build Iraq's civil capacity. Moore, a transportation specialist is regularly assigned to the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood, Texas. The specialist has served in the military for six years. He is the son of Denise Hassan and Dan Moore of Ely St., Findlay, Ohio.
Moore graduated in 2000 from Findlay High School.

Army Spec. Ritchie A. Nielson has deployed to Iraq to serve in support of Operation New Dawn, the formerly named Operation Iraqi Freedom. This transition signifies a formal end to U.S. military combat operations in Iraq. Operation New Dawn shifts the U.S. emphasis from predominantly military to predominately civilian as the U.S. officials assist Iraqis in accordance with the Strategic Framework Agreement. The three primary missions of U.S. Forces include advising, assisting, and training the Iraqi Security Forces; conducting partnered counterterrorism operations; and providing support to provincial reconstruction teams and civilian partners as they help build Iraq's civil capacity. Nielson, an ammunition team chief with five years of military service, is assigned to the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood, Texas.  He is the son of Ritchie and Denise Nielson of Morse St., Findlay, Ohio.
The specialist graduated in 2000 from Findlay High School.

Army National Guard Pvt. Michelle R. Metzger has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
She is the daughter of Michael Metzger of Custar Road, Weston, Ohio. Metzger graduated in 2009 from McComb High School, Ohio.

Air Force Airman Kayla M. Dull graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. She is the daughter of Jamie Dull of Post Office Road, Mass City, Mich., and granddaughter of Paul Steinmetz of Indian Lane, Tiffin, Ohio. Dull graduated in 2009 from Buckeye Central High School, New Washington, Ohio.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Caleb T. Panning graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Panning earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Mark and Phyllis Panning of Heather Downs Drive, Findlay, Ohio. The airman graduated in 2009 from Liberty Benton High School, Findlay.

Air National Guard Airman Lucas M. Panning graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Mark Panning of Heatherdowns Drive, Findlay, Ohio. Panning graduated in 2009 from Liberty Benton High School, Findlay.

Air Force Airman Brian M. Gudgel graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Cindy Burnett of W. Tiffin St., Fostoria, Ohio. Gudgel graduated in 2007 from Elmwood High School, Bloomdale, Ohio.

Air Force SSgt. Andrew Caskey joined the Air force in November 2000. He graduated with honors from Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Tx. He trained at Sheppard’s AFB after basic for Crew Chief over the F15 fighter jets, from there serving that duty at Tyndal AFB, FL. He then changed career duties as Communications Systems Support Administrator. Andrew has served this duty at Patrick AFB, FL. From there he served a year in Korea and currently serving at Ramstein AFB in Germany. He has also proudly served in Base Honor Guard. He has been chose to serve in the Air Force Honor Guard upon returning to the states. Andrew is the son of Doug & Sue Stemen of Findlay and Bill & Gloria Caskey of Mt. Blanchard. Andrew and his wife Stephanie had their first child –Olivia, on April 5th of this year. Andrew graduated Bowling Green High School in 1999.

Air Force Airman Andrew J. Bish graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Deborah Kays of Hancock St., and Robert Bish, both of Tiffin, Ohio. Bish graduated in 2007 from Columbian High School, Tiffin.

Army Spec. Daniel J. Bouillon has returned to Fort Richardson, Alaska after a year-long deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The soldier is one of 100 members of the 23rd Engineer Company, 6th Engineer Battalion, 3rd Maneuver Enhancement Brigade.
The unit, known as "the Guardians," served in Kandahar Province in southern Afghanistan, and specialized in clearing roads of mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Operation Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U. S. troops and allied coalition partners. Active duty and reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been deployed to support the war on terrorism outside the borders of the United States. U. S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, islands in the Pacific, and Europe. The specialist is a combat engineer and has served in the military for two years. While deployed, Bouillon was promoted from private first class to specialist and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal. He is the son of James M. Bouillon of Fostoria, Ohio, and Catie Ward of Chestnut Ridge Road, Auburn, N.Y. Bouillon graduated in 2005 from Fostoria High School.

Army Pfc. Eric J. Baumgartner has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Gregg Baumgartner of Fairway Road, Findlay, Ohio. Baumgartner graduated in 2002 from Findlay High School.

Army Spec. Johanna R. Edinger has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. She is the daughter of Denny Edinger of Road 4, Pandora, Ohio, and granddaughter of Robert Millager of S. Jackson St., Bluffton, Ohio. Edinger graduated in 2002 from Bluffton High School, and received a bachelor's degree in 2007 from the University of New England, Biddeford, Maine.

Air Force Airman 1st Class David M. DeLoera graduated from the F-22 aircraft Integrated Avionics Apprentice Course at Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, Texas.The course is designed to train students to operate, maintain, remove, check, repair and install aircraft avionics systems; and analyze equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in avionics systems, radar, integrated test systems built-in-test, multiplexed data base systems, recording systems, fire control systems, video display systems, flight instrumental, mission computer systems, electro-optical viewing systems, inertial navigation systems, primary and secondary flight controls, automatic flight control, and engine instrumentation. Including aircraft systems such as fuel management, central air data, electronic warfare, sensors, communication and navigation, aircraft indicating, airborne warning and control, surveillance radar, joint surveillance target attack radar, and interrogator. He is the son of Melissa E. Strykul of Grove St., Bluffton, Ohio. DeLoera graduated in 2008 from Bluffton High School.

Air Force Airman Kyle J. Niese graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Jill Niese of Road 11a, Leipsic, Ohio.Niese graduated in 2008 from Miller City High School, Ohio.

Army National Guard Pfc. Keith M. Keller has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area.
Keller is the son of Michael and Julie Keller of Township Highway 127, Upper Sandusky, Ohio.
The private is a 2007 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School.

Air Force Airman Justin A. Fleming graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Fleming earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Jeffery and Cassie Fleming of Church 128, Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Fleming graduated in 2009 from Mohawk High School, Sycamore, Ohio.

Army Pfc. Brandon Williams has graduated from the Direct Fire Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of Basic Combat Training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train indirect fire infantry soldiers to employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate, neutralize and extract mines; map reading and ground navigation; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct and camouflage mortar firing positions; operate and maintain mortars and fire control equipment for individual/crew served weapons firing positions. Williams is the son of Tammie Williams of Utah Ave., Findlay, Ohio, and grandson of Bob Williams of E. First St., Fletcher, Ohio.
He is a 2010 graduate of Liberty Benton High School, Findlay.

Air Force Airman James R. Powell graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Powell is the grandson of Rosemary Powell of Road 12, Ottawa, Ohio, and son of Christopher Powell of N.E. 63rd St., Oklahoma City, Okla.

Air Force Airman Amanda L. Prager graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. She is the daughter of Mark Prager of Fox Road, Greenville, Ohio, and Shari Hanf of Villanova Drive, Bluffton, Ohio Prager graduated in 2010 from Bluffton High School.

Army Pfc. Brandon P. Craft has graduated from the Special Forces Candidate One-Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the first fourteen weeks of basic infantry training, the private first class received training in drill and ceremony, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military customs and courtesies, military justice, physical fitness, road marches, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills, and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. After completing basic infantry training, the soldier will complete airborne school with a subsequent assignment to Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, N.C., to prepare for and attend the Special Forces Qualification Course as a weapons sergeant or engineer sergeant. During the 20-25 month training period, the soldier will have graduated from airborne school, the Primary Leadership Development Course; the Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course; survival, evacuation, resistance and escape training; and language school. Upon graduation from all phases of training, the soldier will be assigned and promoted to a Special Forces weapons sergeant or engineer sergeant.  Craft is the son of Wendy Craft of St. Andrews Drive, Findlay, Ohio.
The private is a 2007 graduate of Liberty-Benton High School, Findlay.

Air Force Airman Eric S. Hufford graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Stacey Hufford of Indian Creek Drive, Rudolph, Ohio, and nephew of Maria Hufford of Egbert Drive, Tiffin, Ohio. Hufford is a 2008 graduate of Columbian High School, Tiffin.

Army National Guard Pvt. Joshua M. Sheldon has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.
He is the son of Ellen Sheldon of Kenton, Ohio. Sheldon is a 2009 graduate of Kenton High School.

Army Pvt. Lucas R. Risner has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area.
He is the son of Douglas and Bonnie Risner of Grape Street, Kenton, Ohio. The private is a 2009 graduate of Kenton High School.

Army National Guard Pvt. Dustun M. Withrow has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of David Withrow of Parkwood Drive, Findlay, Ohio. Withrow graduated in 2004 from Findlay High School.

Army National Guard Pvt. Michael J. Smith has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. He is the son of Michael and Paula Smith of County Road 95, Findlay, Ohio. Smith is a 2010 graduate of Findlay High School.

Courtney J. Stall has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash. The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. Stall is the daughter of Michael and Jane Stall of State Route 613, Leipsic, Ohio.
She is a 2007 graduate of Leipsic High School.

Army National Guard Pvt. Valerie A. Stearns has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Stearns earned distinction as an honor graduate. She is the daughter of Voni Detamore of S. Main St., North Baltimore, Ohio and Thomas Stearns of Birch Road, Fostoria, Ohio. The private graduated in 2009 from North Baltimore High School.

Matthew A. Ausderan graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash. The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. The cadet is a student at Ohio State University, Columbus. He is the son of Harry A. Ausderan of Flanders Ave., Bowling Green, Ohio. Ausderan graduated in the year 2000 from Bowling Green High School.

Army Pvt. Neil B. Tusing has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. He is the son of Terry Tusing of Township Road 88, Bloomville, Ohio. Tusing is a 2007 graduate of Seneca East High School, Attica, Ohio.

Army Staff Sgt. Angela S. Mathern has arrived for duty at the U.S. Army Great Lakes Recruiting Battalion, Ann Arbor Station, Mich.
Mathern, a recruiter, has served in the military for eight years. She is the daughter of Cybtgua and Dell L. Mathern Jr. of Hummingbird Drive, Port Clinton, Ohio.
Mathern graduated in 1997 from St. Wendelin High School, Fostoria, Ohio, and earned a bachelor's degree in 2002 from Bowling Green State University, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Sarah J. Stoots has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. She is the daughter of Brenda and Kevin Stoots of Wren Road, Bowling Green, Ohio. Stoots is a 2007 graduate of Bowling Green High School.

Craig C. Miller has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) Leader's Training Course at Fort Knox, Ky.
The four-week course is a leadership internship for cadets that can lead to the ultimate goal of becoming an Army officer. College students experience and examine the Army without incurring an obligation to serve in the Army or ROTC, and are eligible to receive two-year college scholarship offers and attend the Advanced ROTC Course at their college. Cadets are observed and evaluated during classroom and field training exercises to determine their officer potential in leadership abilities and skills. The cadets are trained to have a sound understanding of traditional leadership values during the challenging, motivating "hands-on" training. The training develops well-disciplined, highly motivated, physically conditioned students, and helps improve the cadets' self-confidence, initiative, leadership potential, decision making, and collective team cohesion. The cadets receive training in fundamental military skills, Army values, ethics, Warrior ethos, basic rifle marksmanship, small arms tactics, weapons training, drill and ceremony, communications, combat water survival training, rappelling, land navigation, and squad-level operations field training. The cadet is a student at Ohio State University, Columbus.
He is the son of Steve N. and Carolyn M. Miller of W. Plum St., Kalida, Ohio. The cadet is a 2008 graduate of Kalida High School.

Air Force Airman 1st Class David M. DeLoera graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Melissa Strykul of Grove St., Bluffton, Ohio. DeLoera is a 2008 graduate of Bluffton High School.

Army Pvt. Zachary D. Bair has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area.
He is the nephew of Glenn Bair of Findlay, Ohio. The private is a 2009 graduate of Findlay High School.

Air Force Airman Seth M. Dobbins graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Kenneth Dobbins of Township 133 Road, Rushsylvania, Ohio, and grandson of Diana Clark of N. Detroit St., Kenton, Ohio. Dobbins is a 2008 graduate of Kenton High School.

Air Force Airman Nathan D. Kuenzli graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the grandson of Susan Decker of Forest Lake Drive, Findlay, Ohio, and son of Douglas Kuenzli of Township Road 79, Rawson, Ohio. Kuenzli is a 2009 graduate of Cory-Rawson High School, Rawson.

Army Pvt. William T. Maurer has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. He is the son of Charles and Melody Maurer of Locust St., Findlay, Ohio.
Maurer is a 2008 graduate of Findlay High School.

Army Pvt. Trenton E. Hankins has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Lynn Crouch of Wynnwood Court, Lima, Ohio, and Ed Hankins of S. Main St., Mount Cory, Ohio.
Hankins is a 2007 graduate of Bath High School, Lima.

Army Pvt. Austin L. Chapman has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Rick and Amy Chapman of S. Monroe St., Tiffin, Ohio. The private is a 2008 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School.

Army National Guard Pvt. Theron S. Gammon was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for performing and accomplishing assigned duties in a commendable manner, and for demonstrating skill and initiative in devising and improving work methods and procedures. The recipient's acts have significantly affected employee's morale resulting in improved work performance and esprit de corps through his or her personal diligence or initiative.
Gammon's expert firing of the M16A2 rifle resulted in engaging 37 out of 40 targets on the rifle qualification course in Basic Combat Training Class 21-10. He is assigned to the 1st Battalion, 19th Field Artillery, Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.
He is the son of Scot A. and Billie J. Gammon of Township Road 180, Kenton, Ohio.

Army National Guard Pvt. Theron S. Gammon has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. He is the son of Scot and Billie Gammon of Township Road 180, Kenton, Ohio. Gammon is a 2007 graduate of Kenton Senior High School.

Air Force Reserve Lt. Col. John D. Cherry earned a doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Applied Management and Engineering Sciences from Walden University, Minneapolis, Minn., with research sponsored through the Air Force Institute of Technology, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio.
Cherry is deputy director of Intelligence for 3rd Air Force assigned to the 377th Air Base Wing at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, N.M. The lieutenant colonel has served in the military for 19 years. He is the son of Larry L. and Ann E. Cherry of Northgate Court, Findlay, Ohio. His wife, Cynthia, is the daughter of Greg and Sally Cassidy of Southcliff Ave., Findlay. Cherry graduated in 1984 from Findlay High School, and received a bachelor's degree in 1989 from Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio.

Matthew R. Morrison has been promoted to the rank of technical sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Morrison, a C-17 communications navigation mission systems instructor, is assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing at Charleston Air Force Base, S.C. The sergeant has served in the military for nine years. He is the son of Debbie A. Barrett of W. Spurgeon St., Fort Worth, Texas, and grandson of Harold and Christine Morrison of Stokes King Road, Greenville, Miss. His wife, Emily, is the daughter of John and Jackie Urbanksi of Lippincott Ave., Findlay, Ohio. The sergeant is a 1999 graduate of Western Hills High School, Benbrook, Texas.

Air Force Lt. Col. Jeremy L. Thiel has been decorated with the Bronze Star Medal for serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
The medal is awarded to an individual who, while serving in the U.S. armed forces, has performed a heroic act, meritorious achievement or distinguished service during armed conflict or ground combat while engaged against an armed enemy of the United States. Operation Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners. Active duty and reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces have been deployed to support the war against global terrorism outside the borders of the United States. U.S. troops serve in South, Southwest and Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

While deployed, Lt. Col. Thiel served as Detachment Commander, Deputy Garrison and Operations officer of Forward Operating Base Shindand and Afghan National Army and Afghan National Army Air Corps advisor, Combined Air Power Transition Command-Afghanistan. He advised members of the Afghan Ministry of Defense on planning for the presidential elections, but primarily assisted the U.S. Forces-Afghanistan in planning and building of the proposed Afghan National Air Corps pilot training wing and the development of the largest logistics hub in western Afghanistan. He led the first Combined Air Power Transition Force Team to Base Shindand and took control of airfield and established operations as senior airfield authority. His team assisted the emergency casualty evacuations for several U.S. and coalition members who were injured during operations in the area. Thiel mentored Afghan National Army brigade command and the garrison commander on airfield operations, and assisted explosive ordnance disposal teams to locate and remove multiple unexploded ordnances surrounding the airfield. He assisted in developing a base defense plan for another fire base, and on several occasions of indirect fire, Thiel led his team to take fighting positions. He was responsible for all on-base operations and tenant units, which included 1,200 U.S. members, 320 Italians, 500 Afghan National Army members; and coordinated and controlled 589 aircraft and moved more than 1,900 short tons of equipment and 3,000 individuals. Thiel also assisted in standing up of the first medical evacuation alert at Base Shindand and another fire base, in which it delivered critical lifesaving capability to Regional Command-West.  He is the 57th Weapons Support Squadron director of operations, 57th Wing at Nellis Air Force Base, Las Vegas, Nev. The lieutenant colonel has served in the military for 15 years. Thiel is the son of Kenneth L. and Joyce E. Thiel of State Highway 53 Route 3, Upper Sandusky, Ohio

Air Force Airman Cody K. Luginbill graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.He is the son of Don Luginbill of Mayberry Road, Columbus Grove, Ohio, and Barb Luginbiil of Thurman St., Bluffton, Ohio.
Luginbill is a 2009 graduate of Columbus Grove High School.

Air Force Staff Sgt. Jerry C. Prowant is supporting the mission of Operation Unified Response, an international disaster relief effort underway in Haiti following the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that ravaged the Caribbean nation on January 12. The focus of the mission is to alleviate the suffering of survivors and support humanitarian relief efforts. U.S. military service members' operations are in support of the U.S. Agency for International Development, the government agency responsible for overseeing the relief efforts. U.S. military members transport, deliver and distribute food, water, and medical aid. They are involved with port operations and rehabilitation, air operations, airfield management, security, engineering, logistics and structure assessments. They also provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief efforts to orphans and children whose parents and families were lost in the earthquake's devastation. Prowant is an aircraft hydraulic systems craftsman assigned to the 19th Airlift Wing. The staff sergeant has served in the military for nine years  He is the grandson of Donna Walter of Township Road 101, Findlay, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Eric J. Payne has graduated from One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Knox, Ky., which included basic combat training and advanced individual training (AIT). During the first nine weeks of initial entry training (IET), the trainee completed basic combat training which included instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, marches, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. During AIT, the soldier completed the armor crewman course to receive skill training in conducting tank unit defensive and offensive combat operations. The soldier was trained to operate, service and maintain armor tracked and wheeled vehicles, load and fire tank weapon systems, perform ammunition handling and supply duties, and assist in target detection and identification.
He is the son of William Payne of State Route 29, Anna, Ohio, and Mary Payne of Pleasant View Ave., Lima, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Jacob M. Below has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. He is the son of Steve Below of E. Freemont St., Arcadia, Ohio, and Tracy Mathews of Fishlock Ave., Findlay, Ohio.Below is a 2007 graduate of Arcadia High School.

Army Reserve Pvt. Annette M. Daniel has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. She is the daughter of Vickie Daniel of S. State Route 231, Tiffin, Ohio.Daniel is a 2009 graduate of Mohawk High School, Sycamore, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Michael R. Nichols has graduated from the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Crewmember Advanced Individual Training course at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. The course is designed to train the crew member in launch operations of various missiles and ammunition in quick strikes during combat. The student was trained to perform maintenance in various launchers and re-supply vehicles and reload ammunition on these type vehicles.
Students were trained to drive, operate, perform maintenance and ammunition re-loading of the M270 self-propelled loader launcher and the ammunition re-supply vehicle and trailer. They also learned to mount radio sets in vehicles, cables communication components in vehicle launcher, and operate and perform operator maintenance on communications equipment. Nichols is the son of Sherri L. and Richard N. Nichols of Township Road, Rawson, Ohio. The private is a 2008 graduate of Findlay High School, Ohio.

Army Sgt. Charles R. Legge has returned to Fort Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska after being deployed to Afghanistan for one year. The soldier is one of 3,500 members of the 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division stationed at Fort Richardson. Airborne combat team members included soldiers assigned to one of six battalions and regiments of the 25th Infantry Division. The airborne brigade served in three eastern provinces of Afghanistan, which included the Paktya, Paktika and Khost. Some of the challenges the brigade soldiers faced included poverty, unemployment, security, and management of natural resources and government institutions. Soldiers improved roads, provided vocational training in construction and civics, improved and re-opened 29 schools, remodeled six medical clinics and improved three district courthouses. While deployed in Afghanistan, Sgt. Legge was decorated with an Army Commendation Medal. Legge, a human resource sergeant, is assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 377th Parachute Field Artillery Regiment. He has served in the military for more than four years. He is the son of Robert and Fay Legge of S. Main St., Mount Victory, Ohio.
His wife, Martina, is the daughter of Ann Maxim of Glenn Allen, Alaska. The sergeant graduated in 1999 from Ridgemont High School, Ridgeway, Ohio, and earned a master's degree in 2009 from Franklin University, Columbus, Ohio.

Antonio J. Gunn has been promoted to the rank of private two in the U.S. Army National Guard. Gunn, a transportation specialist, is a 2007 graduate of Columbus Grove High School, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Erin D. Deal has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training period, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, armed and unarmed combat, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. He is the son of Gloria J. Hoffenbert of Eastwood Drive, Lima, Ohio. His wife, Tasha, is the daughter of Bryan R. Murphy of Schooler Road, Lima. The private is a 2001 graduate of Perry High School, Cridersville, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Dale L. Woods has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. He is the son of Dale and Deborah Woods of N. Sugar St., Lima, Ohio. Woods is a 2000 graduate of Bath High School, Lima.

Army National Guard Capt. Kristopher J. Johnson is returning to the U.S. after a deployment to Iraqi or Afghanistan in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom, respectively. The soldiers return to Fort Dix, N.J. for debriefing, evaluations and out-processing procedures before returning to their regularly assigned Army Reserve or National Guard units. While deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Capt. Johnson was decorated with the Bronze Star Medal for his distinguished service as air mission commander in Bagdad, Iraq, for the U.S. Vice President, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, Gen. Ray Odierno, Lt. Gen. Charles Jacoby, U.S. Senator McCain, Governor Arnold Swartzenager, and actress Angelina Jolie. The medal is awarded to an individual who, while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, has performed a heroic act, meritorious acts or achievements, or distinguished service not involving participation in aerial flight, in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States; or while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party. Johnson, a company commander, is assigned to the 1st Battalion, 137th Aviation Regiment at the Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base, Columbus, Ohio. The captain has served in the military for 11 years. The National Guard officer is a resident of W. North St., Lithopolis, Ohio. He is the son of Pearl J. Johnson of Perrill Road, Ashville, Ohio. His wife, Emma, is the daughter of Teressa Amerit of Upper Sandusky, Ohio. The captain graduated in 1995 from Lancaster High School, Ohio, and received a bachelor's degree in 2002 from Ohio University, Athens.

Air Force Airman Nicholas L. Benroth graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Benroth is the son of Dean Benroth of Harmon Road, Bluffton, Ohio, and Cynthia Benroth of S. Oak St., Ottawa, Ohio.
He is a 2009 graduate of Ottawa Glandorf High School, Ottawa.

Air Force Airman Brittany K. Beltran graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. She is the daughter of Rafael Beltran of Indian Mill Drive, Upper Sandusky, Ohio.
Beltran is a 2009 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School.

Air Force Airman Tyson A. Shoner graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the grandson of Brenda Magers of Elm Ave., Tiffin, Ohio, and son of Sonya Garcia of E. State Highway 31, Longview, Texas. Shoner is a 2009 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School, Tiffin.

Army Spec. David L. Collins has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area.
Collins is a 1986 graduate of Lima Senior High School, Ohio.

Army National Guard Spec. Justin M. Rondot has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. Rondot earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Diana Rondot of S. Kemp Road, and brother of John Rondot of Lowell Ave., both of Lima, Ohio. Rondot graduated in 2000 from Shawnee High School, Lima, and received a bachelor's degree in 2005 from The Ohio State University, Columbus.

Army National Guard Pvt. Cody R. Schoonover has graduated from the Direct Fire Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of Basic Combat Training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train indirect fire infantry soldiers to employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate, neutralize and extract mines; map reading and ground navigation; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct and camouflage mortar firing positions; operate and maintain mortars and fire control equipment for individual/crew served weapons firing positions. He is the son of Robert and Gail Schoonover of Walnut St., Benton Ridge, Ohio.
The private is a 2009 graduate of Liberty Benton High School, Findlay, Ohio.

Air Force Airman Justin M. Ryan graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of John Ryan of Ward Ave., Lima, Ohio, and Misty Shaffer of Salem Cemetery Road, De Graff, Ohio.
Ryan is a 2009 graduate of Bath High School, Lima.

Army Reserve Lt. Col. Christopher P. Govekar has deployed to Kabul, Afghanistan, to stand up Joint Task Force 435 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The U.S. Secretary of Defense established the task force in September 2009 to assume responsibility for all detainee operations in Afghanistan.
The service members assigned to the task force will provide care and custody of the detainees and will have oversight into the detainee review processes, as well as the responsibility for providing peaceful reintegration into society. Joint Task Force 435 will work with non-governmental agencies such as the Red Cross, as well as coalition nation partners. The task force members will also work with the Afghan government to help improve detention operations throughout the country. Govekar, a contracting and deputy logistics officer, has 21 years of military service. He is the son of Paul L. and Michele A. Govekar of N. High St., Kenton, Ohio. His wife, Kimberly, is the daughter of John Uebel of Portland, Ore., and Audrey G. Safford of Westberry Drive, San Jose, Calif.
The lieutenant colonel earned a bachelor's degree in 1990 from the University of Notre Dame, Ind., and a master's degree in 2000 from the University of Phoenix, Pleasanton, Calif. through the military extension program.

Air Force Airman Danielle C. Seifert graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. She is the daughter of Tina and Bradley Seifert of N. Liberty St., McComb, Ohio.
Seifert is a 2009 graduate of McComb High School.

Army National Guard Sgt. Benjamin E. Coppes is returning to the U.S. after a deployment to Iraqi or Afghanistan in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom, respectively. The soldiers return to Fort Dix, N.J. for debriefing, evaluations and out-processing procedures before returning to their regularly assigned Reserve or National Guard units. Coppes, a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter repairer crew chief, is a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 137th Aviation Regiment, Columbus, Ohio. He has served in the military for six years. He is the son of Gerald and Cheryl Coppes of Township Road 191, Mount Blanchard, Ohio. The sergeant is a 2004 graduate of Arcadia High School, Ohio.

Air Force Airman Aaron Hauser graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Matt and Jennifer Hauser of Hillville Road, Bluffton, Ohio.

Army National Guard Pvt. Aaron A. Comer has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area.
He is the son of Don Comer of S. Pearl St., Spencerville, Ohio, and Teresa Comer of Balsley Ave., Findlay, Ohio.
The private is a 2007 graduate of Spencerville High School.

Army Reserve Maj. Steven E. Stacy has been mobilized and activated at Fort Dix, N.J., in preparation for deployment to serve in support of either Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom. The soldier is a member of the 352nd Civil Affairs Command based in Fort Meade, Md. The soldiers are normally activated from Army Reserve or Army National Guard units from throughout the U.S. They go through a series of in-processing procedures and training classes that prepare them for skills and situations they may face in their deployed environment. Stacy, a civil affairs officer, has 24 years of military service. He is the son of Eugene C. and Marylu Stacy of Coe St., Tiffin, Ohio. His wife, Julie, is the daughter of John Burnett of Spencerville, Ohio. The major is a 1979 graduate of Columbian High School, Tiffin.

Army National Guard Pvt. Brent L. Boroff has completed the Warrior Transition Course at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.
The course teaches basic skills necessary for integration into the Army for all prior-service servicemembers to fully prepare them for Advanced Individual Training or on to their first assignment. Soldiers undergo much of the same training developed in basic combat training, except it is developed in a program of instruction that lasts five weeks instead of nine. To complete the course, soldiers must complete the Army Physical Fitness Test, with a minimum of 60 points in each event, M-16 weapon qualification, tactical foot marches, tactical field and situational training, and the land navigation course. Boroff is a 2003 graduate of Perry High School, Lima, Ohio.

Air Force Capt. Jody L. Huss participated in a 14-day field training exercise termed "Vibrant Response 10.1" in Indiana. Participants included members from Air Force, Army and Marine Corps units based out of military installations in Washington, Missouri, Ohio, Virginia, Kentucky, and numerous other locations.
Vibrant Response is a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives Consequence Management Response Force training mission. The exercise is designed to prepare servicemembers and civilian counterparts to respond to an attack after a 10-kiloton nuclear bomb detonates on American soil. The scenario is played out at various locations in Indiana, which included Indianapolis, Camp Atterbury, Jennings Fairgrounds, Muscatatuck Urban Training Center at North Vernon, and the Shelbyville Airport. Participants of the exercise preformed search and rescue missions for survivors of the nuclear blast, decontaminated victims with special equipment, triaged victims and treated their injuries, and supported accountability of troops and equipment. Civilian task force members planned for life support, including feeding, billeting, and logistical sustainment of food, water and fuel for all troops involved in Vibrant Response. Huss is a certified emergency room nurse with 15 years of military service.
She is the daughter of David B. and Teresa M. Lammers of E. Main St., Ottawa, Ohio.  The captain graduated in 1992 from Ottawa-Glandorf High School, Ottawa, and received a bachelor's degree in 2004 from Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio.

Jacob M. Below has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. Below, a 2007 graduate of Arcadia High School, Ohio, has reported to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training on November 2009. , Ohio, and Steven Below of E. Fremont St, Arcadia.

Army Pvt. Nathan M. Krassow has graduated from One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Knox, Ky., which consisted of basic military training and advanced individual training (AIT). The first nine weeks of initial entry training, or basic combat training, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship qualification, bayonet combat, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, marches, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. During AIT, the soldier completed the seven-week cavalry scout course. The training included subjects and instructions to operate, maintain and fire M2/M3 Bradley fighting vehicles; call and adjust fire on enemy targets, recognize friendly and threat vehicles; conduct reconnaissance and security missions, perform foot patrols, conduct land navigation, locate and neutralize mines; and operate and maintain scout vehicles. Krassow is the son of Thomas Krassow of Eastview Drive, North Baltimore, Ohio.
The private graduated in 2002 from North Baltimore High School.

Army National Guard Pvt. Jennifer M. Schilling has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
She is the daughter of Greg Schilling of Wyandot Road E., Nevada, Ohio. Schilling graduated in 2009 from Ridgedale High School, Morral, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Daniel E. Radebaugh has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area. He is the son of Tonya Heyman of E. U.S. Highway 224, Attica, Ohio, and the grandson of Erwin Wagner of Bucyrus, Ohio. Radebaugh is a 2007 graduate of Seneca East High School, Attica.

Army Pvt. Benjamin J. Amstutz has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area. He is the son of Greg Amstutz of Hillville Road, Columbus Grove, Ohio. The private is a 2005 graduate of Bluffton High School, Ohio.

Army National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Jason D. Frater has returned to the U.S. after being deployed overseas at a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Frater, a military police member, is assigned to the 267th Military Police Company, Dickson, Tenn. He has served in the military for 14 years. He is the son of Duane A. Frater of Park St., Jackson, Ohio, and Sue Snyder of Findlay, Ohio. The sergeant graduated in 1991 from McComb High School, Ohio, and received an associate degree in 2007 from Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tenn.

Army National Guard Pvt. Andrew M. Shoemaker has graduated from the Fire Support Specialist Advanced Individual Training course at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. The field artillery specialists serve in intelligence activities including target processing in field artillery, cannon battalions, division artillery, artillery and maneuver brigade and headquarters and fire support elements. The course is designed to train students to establish, maintain, and operate radio and wire communications and speech security equipment, including encoding and decoding messages. They also must prepare and maintain daily staff journals, fire support situation maps, charts and other fire support and target processing procedures, records, and documents. In addition, students assist in initiating requests for field artillery, mortar, naval gunfire, and aerial delivered munitions, and emplace, maintain, and assist in the operation of laser range finders, target designation, and night observation devices. Shoemaker is the son of Mike E. Shoemaker of W. Cleveland St., Delphos, Ohio.

Ian C. Ramey has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. Ramey, a 2009 graduate of Elida High School, Ohio, will report to Fort Knox, Ky., for basic training in February 2010. He is the son of Russell and Lisa Ramey of N. Greenlawn Ave, Elida.

Mitchell C. Furry has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. Furry, a 2008 graduate of Leipsic High School, Ohio, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo., for basic training in March 2010. He is the son of Mitchell and Kathrynn Furry of Mill St., Leipsic.

Army National Guard Pvt. Alexandrea P. Houck has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. She is the daughter of Toni Farmer of Midland Ave., Findlay, Ohio, and Todd Houck of Township Road 152, Arlington, Ohio. Houck is a 2009 graduate of Findlay Digital Academy.

Army National Guard Pvt. Aaron M. Clark has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. He is the son of Melvin and Karen Clark of Fort Amanda Road, Lima, Ohio, and grandson of Ron and Ruth Davis of Baker Road, Freemont, Ohio. Clark is a 2009 graduate of Shawnee High School, Lima

Air National Guard Airman William D. Boyer graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Scott and Ellen Boyer of State Route 281, Custar, Ohio. Boyer is a 2009 graduate of Patrick Henry High School, Hamler, Ohio.

Air Force Airman Gregory J. Adams graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the grandson of Jack Adams of Central St., Delphos, Ohio. Adams is a 2008 graduate of Delphos Jefferson High School.

Air Force Airman Jordan M. Ackley graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Michael and Kathy Ackley of Tank Farm Road, Cygnet, Ohio. Ackley is a 2009 graduate of Elmwood High School, Bloomdale, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Justin R. Stransky has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area. He is the son of Mike and Tonya Stransky of State Route 235, Ada, Ohio. Stransky is a 2009 graduate of Ada High School.

Army Pfc. Travis D. Wilhelm has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.
He is the son of Alexis Verhoff of Ridge Forest Circle, Lima, Ohio.
Wilhelm is a 2009 graduate of Bath High School, Lima.

Army Reserve Pvt. Anthony Grine has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. Grine is the son of David Grine, and Trisha Thompson of County Road 109, both of Fostoria, Ohio.
He is a 2009 graduate of Van Buren High School, Ohio.

Air Force Airman Dustin O. Henning graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Henning is the son of Philip Henning of W. Wilkins St., Lincoln, Neb., and the brother of Lauren Siefker of McComb, Ohio.
He is a 2009 graduate of Nebraska Lutheran High School, Waco, Neb.

Army Pvt. Taylor S. O'Connell has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area. O'Connell is the son of Elaina Schoffner of Phillips Road, Bluffton, Ohio. He is a 2008 graduate of Bluffton High School.

Air Force Tech. Sgt. Shannon M. Thiel has been selected for promotion to the rank of master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Thiel, a munitions support equipment maintenance superintendent, is assigned to the 96th Air Base Wing, Eglin Air Force Base, Valparaiso, Fla. The master sergeant (select) has served in the military for 16 years. He is the son of Rose E. Thiel of County Highway 110, and David L. Thiel of State Highway 53 W., both of Upper Sandusky, Ohio. The sergeant is a 1991 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School. 11/10

Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Craig A. Adams has been decorated with the Bronze Star Medal for supporting the mission of Operation Enduring Freedom. The medal is awarded to an individual who, while serving in the U.S. armed forces, has performed a heroic act, meritorious achievement or distinguished service during armed conflict or ground combat while engaged against an armed enemy of the United States. Operation Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners. Active duty and reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces have been deployed to support the war against global terrorism outside the borders of the United States. U.S. troops serve in South, Southwest and Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.
Chief Adams was awarded the medal for meritorious achievements in contribution to the Global War on Terrorism and Operation Enduring Freedom. While assigned at Kandahar, Afghanistan, he served as the superintendent of the 451st Air Expeditionary Group, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing. He engaged in ground operations against enemy forces exposing himself to significant danger from repeated enemy rocket attacks. He was instrumental in the accomplishment of battlefield medical evacuation and armed oversaw missions conducted by more than 430 airmen at two airfields. As a key member of the Kandahar Senior Enlisted Council, Chief Adams fostered exceptional rapport with 17 multinational partners to establish policy, enforce standards, and resolve force protection issues impacting 13,000 joint and coalition forces.
He identified critical uniform shortfalls and took decisive actions to acquire necessary clothing to properly equip airmen working outside the defended base perimeter, which enhanced the morale and safety of 22 warfighters. Additionally, Chief Adams' swift reaction to more than 30 rocket attacks ensured 100 percent accountability of group personnel, including incidents where he personally cared for two injured airmen, and expedited the replacement of items destroyed during the attacks. Adams currently serves as the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 15th Expeditionary Mobility Task Force at Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield, Calif. The chief has served in the military for 22 years. He is the son of Gib C. Adams of S. Glendale Drive, Tiffin, Ohio, and Virginia L. Adams of Corsham Court, Dublin, Ohio. The chief graduated in 1985 from Columbian High School, Tiffin. Adams received a bachelor's degree in 2007 and earned a graduate certificate in Strategic Leadership in 2008, from Touro University International, Cypress, Calif. 11/10

Air Force Airman William J. Jones graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Anne Rushing of Foxfire Lane, Findlay, Ohio, and brother of Katie Jones of Oak Ridge Drive, Henderson, Tenn. Jones is a 2008 graduate of Chester County High School, Henderson. 11/9

Travis C. Tahy has joined the United States Army Reserve under the Delayed Training Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay reporting for basic military training for up to 270 days. An enlistment in the reserve gives many new soldiers the option to learn a new skill, serve their country, and become eligible to receive more than $7,000 toward a college education, $20,000 for repayment of college loans, and a maximum $5,000 cash bonus. After completion of basic military training, most soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their reserve unit.The recruit qualifies for a $20,000 enlistment bonus. Tahy, a 2009 graduate of Elmwood High School, Bloomdale, Ohio, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo., for basic training in December, 2009.He is the son of Tom and Kathy Tahy of Mermill Road, Rising Sun, Ohio. 11/9

Army National Guard Col. Anthony A. Wickham has graduated from the U.S. Army War College Department of Distance Education program at Carlisle Barracks, Carlisle, Pa. The college is the Army's senior educational institution. The two-year program is equivalent to the college's one year resident program that prepares officers of all U.S. military services, as well as civilian officials of the federal government, to serve in top-level command and staff positions with the U.S. Armed Forces worldwide. The student completed the Army's highest level of formal education which prepares selected individuals to assume operational and strategic leadership responsibilities in military and national security organizations. The curriculum trains students to better grasp the fundamentals of war and obtain a broader and deeper understanding of the reasons why people fight, nature of conflict, and the conduct of war at the strategic level. Students study and confer on the great problems of national defense, military science, and responsible command, and upon graduation earn a master's degree in strategic studies. Wickham, a manpower and personnel director with the Joint Forces Headquarters Idaho, Gowen Field, based in Boise. He has 27 years of military service. The colonel is the son of Mary E. Wickham of Crabapple Drive, Carey, Ohio. He is a 1978 graduate of Carey High School, and earned a bachelor's degree in 1982 from the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, N.Y. In 2002, Wickham earned his master's degree from Boise State University.

Air Force Airman Morgan L. Renner graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Renner is the son of Tom and Dawn Renner of Slabtown Road, Columbus Grove, Ohio. He is a 2009 graduate of Bluffton High School, Ohio.

Army Reserve Pvt. Codey L. Johnson has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training period, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, armed and unarmed combat, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. He is the son of Melissa A. Johnson of N. Dixie Highway, Bowling Green, Ohio.

Air Force Airman Kyle J. Apholz graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Nicki Smith of Crystal Ave., Findlay, Ohio, and Ron Apholz of Live Oak Loop N.E., Ludowici, Ga. Apholz is a 2009 graduate of Findlay High School.

Army Pvt. Matthew Mullins has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. He is the son of Franklin and Mary Mullins of N. Perry St., Ottawa, Ohio. The private is a 2009 graduate of Ottawa-Glandorf High School, Ottawa.

Army Reserve Spec. Thomas A. Newland has returned to the U.S. after being deployed overseas at a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq.
Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Newland, a military police member, is normally assigned to the 342nd Military Police Company, Columbus, Ohio. He has seven years of military service. He is the son of Bruce Conner of W. Elm St., Lima, Ohio. The specialist is a 2004 graduate of Lima Senior High School.

Ryan M. Mazur has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash. The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. He is the son of Thomas and Shelly E. Mazur of High Ridge Road, Lima, Ohio.
Mazur is a 2006 graduate of Lima Central Catholic High School.

Air Force Airman Dustin W. Sickle graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Jeanette Sickle of Township Road, Alvada, Ohio. Sickle is a 2005 graduate of Vanlue High School, Ohio.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Benjamin C. Leu graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Richard Leu of Fostoria Road, Northwood, Ohio, and Nancy Bursa of Apple Creek Drive, Perrysburg, Ohio. Leu is a 2007 graduate of Northwood High School.

Air Force Airman Joshua A. Verhoff graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Brenda Verhoff of Road K, Ottawa, Ohio. Verhoff is a 2009 graduate of Kalida High School, Ohio.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Cody R. Siegel graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Thomas Siegel of Stephens St., Chicopee, Mass., and grandson of Bob Siegel of W. Melrose Ave., Findlay, Ohio. Siegel is a 2009 graduate of Liberty Benton High School, Findlay.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Benjamin C. Leu graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Richard Leu of Fostoria Road, Northwood, Ohio, and Nancy Bursa of Apple Creek Drive, Perrysburg, Ohio. Leu is a 2007 graduate of Northwood High School.

Adam G. Distel has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash. The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course.
Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. He is the son of Greg and Ruth Distel of State Route 100, Tiffin, Ohio. Distel is a 2006 graduate of Mohawk High School, Sycamore, Ohio.

Air Force Airman David A. Show graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Judith Thompson of County Road 96, McComb, Ohio, and Binger Show of N. Wheeling St., Toledo, Ohio.
Show is a 2003 graduate of Cardinal Stritch High School, Oregon, Ohio.

Army National Guard Pvt. Nick A. Smiley has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.
He is the son of Patti and stepson of Keith Mumper of Tall Oaks Ave, Lima, Ohio. Smiley is a 2009 graduate of Shawnee High School, Lima.

Joseph M. Williams has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash.
The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. He is the son of Gregory J. and Marcie A. Williams of College Ave., Fostoria, Ohio. Williams is a 2004 graduate of St. Wendelin High School, Fostoria.

Air Force Airman Seth A. Blausey graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Katrina Blausey of Attica, Ohio.
Blausey is a 2009 graduate of Seneca East High School, Attica.

William D. Chaney has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station.
Chaney, a 2009 graduate of Lima Senior High School, Ohio, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo., for basic training in January 2010.
He is the son of Diana and Doyle Chaney of Oakland, Lima.

Jarvis L. Johnson has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station.
Johnson, a 2003 graduate of Lima Senior High School Progressive Academy, Ohio, will report to Fort Knox, Ky., for basic training in January 2010. He is the son of Alison Wall of Tremont St., Lima, and William Johnson of Checkaberry Lane, Huntersville, N.C.

Courtney J. Stall has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader's Training Course at Fort Knox, Ky. The four-week course is a leadership internship for cadets that can lead to the ultimate goal of becoming an Army officer. College students experience and examine the Army without incurring an obligation to serve in the Army or ROTC, and are eligible to receive two-year college scholarship offers and attend the Advanced ROTC Course at their college. Cadets are observed and evaluated during classroom and field training exercises to determine their officer potential in leadership abilities and skills. The cadets are trained to have a sound understanding of traditional leadership values during the challenging, motivating "hands-on" training. The training develops well-disciplined, highly motivated, physically conditioned students, and helps improve the cadets' self-confidence, initiative, leadership potential, decision making, and collective team cohesion. The cadets receive training in fundamental military skills, Army values, ethics, Warrior ethos, basic rifle marksmanship, small arms tactics, weapons training, drill and ceremony, communications, combat water survival training, rappelling, land navigation, and squad-level operations field training. The cadet is a student at the University of Cincinnati, Ohio. The cadet's parents are Michael Stall, and Jane Stall, both of Leipsic, Ohio.

Air Force Airman 1st Class Robert R. Bortles has arrived for duty at Dover Air Force Base, Del. Bortles, an aircraft structural maintenance apprentice, is assigned to the 436th Maintenance Squadron.  He is the son of Robert A. Bortles of Woodlake Blvd., Millbury, Ohio, and Rhonda K. Salas of Keiswetter Road, Holland, Ohio. His aunt, Laura L. Centeno, resides on 1st St., Millbury.
The airman is a 2007 graduate of Lake High School, Millbury.

Army Reserve Pvt. Jared M. Haycook has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.
He is the son of Teresa Faircloth of E. Tiffin St., Attica, Ohio. Haycook is a 2009 graduate of Seneca East School, Attica.

Logan Walters has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station.
Walters, a 2009 graduate of West Side High School, Wenatchee, Wash., has reported to Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga., for basic training in September 2009. He is the son of Janette Zodrow of S. Chelan Ave., Wenatchee, and Jeremy Walters of Bowling Green, Ohio.

Darnell M. Sorrels has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station.
Sorrels, a 2005 graduate of Elida High School, Ohio, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo., for basis training in January 2010. He is the son of Carla Wood of Prospect Ave., and Vern Sorrels of Graham Place, both of Lima, Ohio.

Army National Guard Capt. Kevin L. Harrold has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Harrold, a military police officer, is normally assigned to the 585th Military Police Company, Marysville, Ohio. He has 17 years of military service. The captain graduated in 1990 from Carey High School, Ohio, and received a bachelor's degree in 2008 from Excelsior College, Albany, N.Y.

Army National Guard Sgt. Jason E. Rue has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy.
Rue, a healthcare specialist (combat medic), is normally assigned to the 585th Military Police Company, Marysville, Ohio. He has 12 years of military service.
He is the son of Cynthia Sterling of Continental, Ohio. The sergeant is a 1993 graduate of Continental High School.

Army National Guard Pfc. Bruce A. DeWitt has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy.
DeWitt, a military police member, is normally assigned to the 585th Military Police Company, Marysville, Ohio. He has one year of military service.
He is the son of William D. and Tammy L. DeWitt of St. Johns Road, Lima, Ohio. The private is a 2004 graduate of Bluffton High School, Ohio.

Army National Guard Sgt. Jeremy W. Twigg has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy.
Twigg, a military police member, is normally assigned to the 585th Military Police Company, Marysville, Ohio. He has 14 years of military service.
He is the son of Robert J. Twigg of Township Road 158, and Janet Twigg, both of Tiffin, Ohio. The sergeant graduated in 1990 from Bettsville High School, Ohio, and received an associate degree in 1998 from Hocking College, Nelsonville, Ohio.

Army National Guard Spec. Timothy V. Cooper has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy.
Cooper, a military police member, is normally assigned to the 585th Military Police Company, Marysville, Ohio. He has three years of military service.
He is the son of Shannon D. Ekleberry of S. Sandusky St., Upper Sandusky, Ohio.

Army National Guard Pfc. Erik S. Ferriman has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq.
Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Ferriman, a military police member, is normally assigned to the 585th Military Police Company, Marysville, Ohio. He has three years of military service. He is the son of Rebecca Dysert of Township Road 180, Kenton, Ohio. The private is a 2006 graduate of Ridgemont High School, Ohio.

Army Spec. Darren T. Cochensparger has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Cochensparger, a military police member, is normally assigned to the 585th Military Police Company, Marysville, Ohio. He has more than two years of military service. He is the son of Susan A. Oliver of S. Washington St., Delphos, Ohio. The specialist is a 2008 graduate of Elida High School, Ohio.

Bryce A. Rainsburg has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station.
The recruit qualifies for a $6,000.00 enlistment bonus. Rainsburg, a 2008 graduate of Riverdale High School, Mount Blanchard, Ohio, will report to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training in November 2009. He is the son of Sharon Rainsburg of Township Road, Arlington, Ohio, and Jeffrey Rainsburg of Township Highway 94, Forest, Ohio.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Erik D. Huss graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Cheryl Huss of Crestview Lane, Tiffin, Ohio. Huss graduated in 2004 from Tiffin Calvert High School, and earned a bachelors degree in 2008 from Denison University, Granville, Ohio.

Air National Guard Senior Airman Christina M. Conley has graduated from the Aviation Resource Management Apprentice Course at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Miss. The course is designed to train students to maintain flight mission data of aircrew and aircraft, aircrew resource management, flying hours, training and evaluation, and flight scheduling, safety and physical requirements; perform and monitor operations systems management activities and functions, including planning and scheduling, standardization and evaluation, flying and ground training, flight records of takeoff, in-flight and landing status maintained in a computer database; and operate and maintain the Air Force operations resource management system. Conley will be assigned to the 180th Fighter Wing based in Swanton, Ohio. Her parents, Barry L. and Maria S. Conley, reside on Liberty Hi Road, Bowling Green, Ohio. The airman is a 2003 graduate of Otsego High School, Tontogany, Ohio.

Daniel W. Edwards has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. Edwards, a 2008 graduate of Patrick Henry High School, Hamler, Ohio, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo., for basic training in March 2010. He is the son of Dean Edwards of Loescher Road, Lima, Ohio, and Jenni Hahn of Park Ave., Deshler, Ohio.

Bruce A. Swan has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. The recruit qualifies for a $8000.00 enlistment bonus. Swan, a 2000 graduate of Whitmer High School, Toledo, Ohio, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo., for basic training in October 2009. He is the son of Kimberly Krueger of Ashdale, Toledo, and Bruce Swan of Aires, Perrysburg, Ohio.

Scott T. Quaintance has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. The recruit qualifies for a $8,000.00 enlistment bonus. Quaintance, a 2007 graduate of Clyde High School, Ohio, will report to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training in October 2009. He is the son of Marianne J. Fleming of W. Adams, and Michael D. Quaintance of S. Broadway, both of Green Springs, Ohio.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Kenneth W. Vance graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Jeff Vance of N. Main St., Findlay, Ohio. Vance graduated from a home school program in 2009.

Army Reserve Pvt. Steven E. Dawson has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training period, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, armed and unarmed combat, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. He is the son of Dawn E. and Steve W. Dawson of E. North St., Lima, Ohio.

Aaron C. Siebenaller graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash. The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. The cadet is a student at Ohio State University, Columbus. He is the son of Greg F. and Carol M. Siebenaller of W. Tiffin St., Bascom, Ohio. The cadet is a 2003 graduate of Hopewell Loudon High School, Bascom.

Army Pvt. Bryatt R. Smith has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. He is the son of Tina Carles of County Road 203, McComb, Ohio. Smith graduated in 2008 from McComb High School.

Army Pvt. Christopher J. Schiltz has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. During the nine weeks of basic combat training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons employment, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid skills, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experienced use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. The Advanced Individual Training course is designed to train infantry soldiers to perform reconnaissance operations; employ, fire and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines; locate and neutralize land mines and operate target and sight equipment; operate and maintain communications equipment and radio networks; construct field firing aids for infantry weapons; and perform infantry combat exercises and dismounted battle drills, which includes survival procedures in a nuclear, biological or chemical contaminated area. He is the son of Wade and Sondra Schiltz of Fifth St., Findlay, Ohio. The private is a 2008 graduate of Findlay High School.

Air Force Airman Vincent F. Sbelgio has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, core values, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate in applied science degree relating through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of James Sbelgio of W. Ellen, Bloomville, Ohio, and grandson of Frank Sbelgio of Warren, Tiffin, Ohio. The airman is a 2008 graduate of Columbian High School, Tiffin.

Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Jason D. Frater has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Frater, a wheeled vehicle mechanic with 13 years of military service, is regularly assigned to the 267th Military Police Company, Dickson, Tenn.  He is the son of Duane A. Frater of Jackson, Ohio. The sergeant graduated in 1991 from McComb High School, Ohio, and received an associate degree in 2007 from Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tenn.

Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Megan M. Nonnemaker has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq.
Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy.
The sergeant, a signal support systems specialist with seven years of military service, is normally assigned to the 135th Military Police Company, Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
She is the daughter of Annette C. Lentz of Church St., Bradner, Ohio, and Bryon J. Nonnemaker of W. Clark St., Fostoria, Ohio.
Nonnemaker is a 2001 graduate of Lakota High School, Kansas, Ohio.

Army National Guard Sgt. Andrew T. Brickner has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Brickner, a food operations specialist with three years of military service, is regularly assigned to the 135th Military Police Company, Chagrin Falls, Ohio.  He is the son of Laura A. Chapman of Longfellow Drive, and Tom Brickner, both of Tiffin, Ohio. The sergeant is a 2003 graduate of Calvert High School, Tiffin.

Army National Guard Spec. Wayne D. Culver has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force protection, peacekeeping, stabilization, security and counter-insurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq.Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. Culver, a military police member with two years of military service, is regularly assigned to the 135th Military Police Company, Chagrin Falls, Ohio. He is the son of Douglas W. Culver of Pinewood Drive, Findlay, Ohio. The specialist is a 2005 graduate of Old Fort High School, Ohio.

Patrick J. Dehnart has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash.

The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. He is the son of Donald and Connie A. Dehnart of Road 12, Ottawa, Ohio. The cadet is a 2003 graduate of Ottawa-Glandorf High School, Ottawa.

Army Spec. Paul F. Scifers has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. Scifers is the son of Reginald and Jane Scifers of Thomas St., Fostoria, Ohio. The specialist graduated in 2004 from St. Wendelin High School, Fostoria, and received a bachelor's degree in 2008 from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette.

Cory T. Eickholt has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash. The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. He is the son of Tim and Beth Eickholt of Road N25, Cloverdale, Ohio. Eickholt is a 2005 graduate of Ottoville High School, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Roger A. Kramer has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Pamela Hoffert of S. State Route 100, Tiffin, Ohio.
Kramer is a 2008 graduate of Mohawk High School, Sycamore, Ohio.

Army Reserve Pvt. Anthony J. Busack has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. Busack is the son of Michael Busack of N. Township Road, Amsden, Ohio. He is a 2008 graduate of Lakota High School, Kansas, Ohio.

Army Pvt. Joshua Walter has graduated from Basic Combat training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.
He is the son of Cheryl Walter of W. South St., Mccomb, Ohio, and brother of Desimee Walter of W. Main, Benton Ridge, Ohio. Walter is a 1994 graduate of Mccomb Central High School.

Army Reserve Pvt. Adam E. Bockrath has graduated from Basic Combat training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. He is the son of Joe and Lisa Bockrath of N. Main St., Ottawa, Ohio. Bockrath is a 2008 graduate of Ottawa-Glandorf High School, Ottawa.

Air Force Airman Zachary G. Walker has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, core values, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate in applied science degree relating through the Community College of the Air Force. Walker is the son of Betsy Walker of Anna St., Findlay, Ohio. In 2008, the airman graduated from Findlay High School

Air National Guard Capt. Patrick E. Mcclelland has deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom assigned as a member of 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing headquartered at Balad Air Base, north of Baghdad. There are five contingency units attached to the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing. The service member is regularly assigned to the 162nd Fighter Wing, Arizona Air National Guard, Tucson. The mission of the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing is to provide combat air support and power to U.S. fighting forces in Iraq, including airlift, airdrop, and logistics operations of troops, cargo, equipment and supplies, and medical transport and evacuation operations. The wing has the primary goal of supporting the national objective of assisting Iraq in its transition to democracy.
Members from all branches of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsibility in defending and preserving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a democracy. The captain, a fighter pilot with 15 years of military service. He is the son of Joanne McClelland of Waterloo Drive, Arlington, Ohio. McClelland graduated in 1990 from Arlington Local High School, and received a bachelor's degree in 1996 from Bowling Green State University, Okla.

Air Force Airman Andrew R. Ramirez has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Vicki Ramirez of Morningside Drive, Kenton, Ohio. Ramirez is a 2008 graduate of Upper Scioto Valley High School, McGuffey, Ohio.

Air Force Airman 1st Class Drew P. Vent has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Andy Vent of County Highway 86, Forest, Ohio, and Kathy Tracy of Township Road 68, Arlington, Ohio. The airman is a 2008 graduate of Kenton Senior High School, Ohio.

Army National Guard Pvt. Ian M. McDougle has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. He is the son of Mark McDougle of State Highway 103, Carey, Ohio. McDougle is a 2007 graduate of Carey High School.

Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick C. Donovan has graduated from the Communications-Computer Systems Operations Apprentice Course at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Miss. The course is designed to give students a solid foundation in microcomputer principles, including basic operation and processes relating to configuration, maintenance, and repair. Trainees received instruction in specific hardware and software configuration, use of application software, communications-computer systems security, network principles and management of related equipment and multi-user systems concepts and operations.
Donovan is the son of Dan J. and Cathy M. Donovan of Nutmeg Lane, Findlay, Ohio. The airman graduated in the year 2000 from Van Buren High School, Ohio, and received a bachelor's degree in 2005 from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Ind.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Michelle E. Lucius has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations.
In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
She is the daughter of Lisa Lucius of N. Township Road 155, Tiffin, Ohio.
Lucius is a 2006 graduate of Old Fort High School, Ohio.

Air Force Airman Steven P. Koehl has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Koehl is the son of Lorie Koehl of E. County Road 50, Tiffin, Ohio. In 2006, the airman graduated from Tiffin Columbian High School, and received an associate degree in 2008 from Terra State Community College, Fremont, Ohio.

Air Force Kenneth C. Adams has been promoted to the rank of senior master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Adams, a first sergeant with 22 years of military service, is assigned to the 31st maintenance squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy. He is the son of Gilbert Adams of South Glendal, Tiffin, Ohio, and Virginia Adams of Corsham Court, Dublin, Ohio. His wife, Senior Master Sergeant Tracie Adams, is the daughter of Bryan and Barbara Hardy of Old Well, San Antonio, Texas. The sergeant received an associate degree in 1992 from the Community College of the Air Force.

Air Force Airman Ryan A. Ulrich has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.  During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations.  In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  Ulrich is the son of Martin and Debra Ulrich of W. Main Cross, Findlay, Ohio.  He is a 2005 graduate of Liberty Benton High School, Findlay.   1/7

Army Reserve Spec. Joshua D. Krinke was honored at a special Welcome Home Warrior-Citizen Award ceremony in recognition of the soldier's personal sacrifice, exceptional duty performance, and honorable service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq and/or Operation Enduring Freedom.  The award recognizes all Army Reserve Citizen-Soldiers whom have been mobilized and deployed to support mission objectives pertaining to the war on terrorism. The award publicly acknowledges the reservists for their selfless and patriotic service reflective of the Army's Warrior Ethos, and their families whom have faithfully supported them during their military commitment to the nation. The award package for the Citizen-Soldiers consists of a personalized encased American flag, a commander's coin with Reserve logos, a lapel pin set for the soldier and spouse, and a Welcome Home Warrior-Citizen banner in an engraved wooden box. Krinke, a heavy-wheeled vehicle mechanic/wrecker apprentice, is assigned to the 304th Engineer Battalion, Lima, Ohio. He has served in the military for five years.  He is the son of David J. and Susan L. Krinke of State Route 613, Leipsic, Ohio.  The specialist graduated in 2004 from Leipsic High School.
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Air Force Airman Christopher D. Pachlhofer has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.  During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations.  In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  He is the son of Jackelyn Smith of Tiffin, Ohio.  Pachlhofer is a 2007 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School, Tiffin.     12/4

Army Pfc. Derrick W. Albert has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.  During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Dale Albert of W. North St., and grandson of Beatrice Berrier of Morningside Drive, both of Kenton, Ohio.  Albert is a 2005 graduate of Kenton Senior High School.     11/26

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