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Air Force Senior Airman Carl M. Manley has been promoted to the rank of staff sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Manley, an F-15 aircraft crew chief with five years of military service, is assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing, Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, Va. He is the son of Robin K. and Mark A. Porter of Country Ridge Road, Bassett, Va. The airman is a 2002 graduate of Franklin County High School, Rocky Mountain, Va.

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Air Force Airman 1st Class Bryan J. Ehnis has been promoted to the rank of airman first class in the U.S. Air Force. Ehnis, an aircraft metals technology, is assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy. He is the son of Larry and Doris Ehnis of Covington Drive, Ann Arbor, Mich., and brother of Kristi and Dale Gainey of Hawthorne Hill, Dexter, Mich. His wife, Amanda, is the daughter of Cheryl Benjamin and Mike Butts of Larkwood Drive, Dewitt, Mich., and Doug Spedoske of Woodworth Road, Jackson, Mich. He is a 2000 high school graduate of Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor.

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Air Force Senior Airman Justin B. Guy has been promoted to the rank of senior airman in the U.S. Air Force. Guy, an aircraft fuel systems journeyman with two years of military service, is assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing, Charleston Air Force Base, S.C. He is the son of Garth Guy of Goodfield Court, Spring, Texas, and Deana Guy of Cook Road, Tomball, Texas. The airman is a 2005 graduate of Klein High School, Spring.

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Air Force Senior Airman Whitney P. Bannister has graduated from Airman Leadership School at Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, Va. The five-week course is designed to train senior airmen to understand their positions in the Air Force organizational structure, leadership, communications skills, and profession of arms, which are needed for professional development to be effective noncommissioned officers. Airmen are prepared and better equipped to serve as supervisors, managers and rating officials as they progress in their enlisted military careers. The school is the first of three levels of professional military education programs used to develop and cultivate leadership and supervisory skills, and is a required course for airmen to complete prior to being promoted to the rank of staff sergeant. Bannister, an F-22A aircraft crew chief with five years of military service, is assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing. He is the son of Tommy and Kim Bannister of Hubert Hill Road, Chapmanville, W.Va. The service member is a 2002 graduate of Scott High School, Madison, W.Va.

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Air Force Senior Airman Summer J. Criss has graduated from Airman Leadership School at Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, Va. and was promoted to the rank of staff sergeant. The five-week course is designed to train senior airmen to understand their positions in the Air Force organizational structure, leadership, communications skills, and profession of arms, which are needed for professional development to be effective noncommissioned officers. Airmen are prepared and better equipped to serve as supervisors, managers and rating officials as they progress in their enlisted military careers. The school is the first of three levels of professional military education programs used to develop and cultivate leadership and supervisory skills, and is a required course for airmen to complete prior to being promoted to the rank of staff sergeant. Criss, an imagery analyst instructor with five years of military service, is assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing. She is the daughter of Russell J. and Celeste C. Criss of Arnetty Drive, Cottontown, Tenn. The service member is a 2000 graduate of White House High School, Tenn.

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Air Force Senior Airman Trevor K. Smith has been named Airman of the Week for the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing, Inbalad Air Base, Iraq. Selection was based on the individual’s exemplary duty performance, job knowledge, leadership qualities, significant self-improvement, specific achievements, notable accomplishments, and community service and support. Smith, a laboratory technician with three years of military service, is normally assigned to the 59th Laboratory Support Squadron, Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. He is the son of Kirk Smith of Ridge Road, Horseheads, N.Y. The airman graduated in 2000 from Horseheads High School, and received a bachelor’s degree in 2004 from Pfeiffer University, Misenheimer, N.C.

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Air Force Senior Airman Keturah C. Reed has graduated from Airman Leadership School at Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, Va. and was promoted to the rank of staff sergeant. The five-week course is designed to train senior airmen to understand their positions in the Air Force organizational structure, leadership, communications skills, and profession of arms, which are needed for professional development to be effective noncommissioned officers. Airmen are prepared and better equipped to serve as supervisors, managers and rating officials as they progress in their enlisted military careers. The school is the first of three levels of professional military education programs used to develop and cultivate leadership and supervisory skills, and is a required course for airmen to complete prior to being promoted to the rank of staff sergeant. Reed is a logistics journeyman with five years of military service, is assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing. She is the daughter of John H. and Caroline Reed of Fleming Drive, Brownsville, Tenn. The service member is a 2002 graduate of Haywood High School, Brownsville.

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Air Force Senior Airman Jennifer J. Mitchusson has been promoted to the rank of staff sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Mitchusson, an airborne cryptologic linguist and recipient of an aerial achievement medal, is assigned to the 97th Intelligence Squadron, Offutt Air Force Base, Omaha, Neb. She is the daughter of Joyce and Paul Sears of Laurel Drive, Greenwood, Ark., and James and Emily Mitchusson of Woodbridge Road, Springdale, Ark. The sergeant graduated in 1999 from Greenwood High School, and received a bachelor’s degree in 2003 from Arkansas Tech University, Russellville.

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Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Antonio S. Etheridge 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 Wayland and Joann Etheridge of Larkmoor St., Southfield, Mich.

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Air National Guard Airman Michael J. Derasmo 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 Peter and Joanna Derasmo of Midland Ave., Yonkers, N.Y. Derasmo is a 2004 graduate of Iona Preparatory School, New Rochelle, N.Y.

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Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Jon D. Davies Jr. 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 Jon Davies Sr. of Sunderland Road, Worcester, Mass. Davies is a 2007 graduate of Worcester Technical High School.

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Air National Guard Airman Wesley J. Huggins 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 Katrina and Wallace Huggins of W. Tree Drive, Collierville, Tenn.

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Air National Guard Airman Kevin J. Swihart 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 James and Karen Swihart of W. White Road, Collierville, Tenn. Swihart is a 2006 graduate of Collierville High School.

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Air National Guard Airman Johnny M. Nates 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 Marvin Nates of Magnolia Ridge Lane, Elgin, S.C., and grandson of Gwenda Nates of Burmaster Road, Columbia, S.C. Nates is a 2006 graduate of Lugoff Elgin High School, Lugoff, S.C.

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Air Force Airman Chelsea L. Epperson 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. She is the daughter of John Epperson of Charlotte Ave., and granddaughter of Barbara Epperson of 32nd St. E., both of Sarasota, Fla. Epperson is a 2007 graduate of Sarasota Military Academy.

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Air National Guard Airman Travis L. Sumner 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 Rhonda Mulder of Albon Road, and Kenneth Sumner of S. McCord Road, both of Holland, Ohio. Sumner is a 2007 graduate of Springfield High School, Holland.

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Air Force Airman Tania L. Stonely 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. She is the daughter of Steven and Soraya Stonely of Mesa Loop, San Antonio. Stonely is a 2006 graduate of Ronald Reagan High School, San Antonio.
NOTE TO THE EDITOR: All names are spelled as they appear on the release form.

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Air Force Airman Sarah L. Bostwick 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. She is the daughter of Joni Fuller and stepdaughter of Joey Fuller of Highway 55, Lily, Wis. Bostwick is a 2006 graduate of Antigo High School, Wis.

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Air Force Airman Katrina I. Venable 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. She earned distinction as an honor graduate. Venable is the daughter of Daniel Kimura of Meadowcreek Drive, Centerville, Ohio. The airman is a 2002 graduate of Centerville High School.

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Air Force Airman Jocelyn F. Golden 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. She is the daughter of Beth Golden of S. Leonard St., Liberty, Mo., and stepdaughter of Russ Bliss of N. Chas Drive, Pleasant Valley, Mo. Golden is a 2007 graduate of Liberty High School.

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Air Force Airman Jacqueline M. Polley 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. She is the daughter of Randy Wilson of Shephard Road, and Teri Wilson of State Route 132, both of Batavia, Ohio. Polley is a 2004 graduate of Hillsboro High School, Ohio.
NOTE TO THE EDITOR: The mother’s first name is spelled as it appears on the release form.

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Air Force Airman Channing H. Bursey 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. She is the daughter of Carolyn Miller of E. Short Drive, Dallas, Texas, and niece of Rhonda Coleman of S. Houston School Road, Lancaster, Texas. Bursey is a 2005 graduate of H. Brady Spruce High School, Dallas.

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Air Force Airman Dana N. Hedquist 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. She is the daughter of Barbara Hedquist of North Fairview Ave., North Prairie, Wis., and granddaughter of Richard Hedquist of 312th Ave., Burlington, Wis. Hedquist is a 2007 graduate of Mukwonago High School, Wis.

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Air Force Airman Carolina Teixeira 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. She is the stepdaughter of David Garza and daughter of Olivia Garza of Hidden Hill, Killeen, Texas. Teixeira is a 2004 graduate of Killeen High School.