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Army National Guard Pvt. Tyler M. Miller has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. Miller is the son of Shelly Timmerman, of Auburn, and Dave Miller, of Sevierville, Tenn.Friday

McBride, Ryan J.

Ryan J. McBride of LaGrange, a member of the 460th Chemical Company of the National Guard in Augusta, Mich., has been awarded the 631st Troop Command Battalion Coin of Excellence.Pfc.Tuesday

Hunter, Robert N.

Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Robert N. Hunter has returned to the U.S. after being deployed overseas at a forward operating base to serve in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.Tuesday

Air National Guard Airman Kaleb A. Mechling 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.

Mechling is the son of Kevin Mechling of Bluffton and the grandson of Ruth Mechling of Bluffton. He is a 2009 graduate of Bluffton High School.

In the service

Mechling, Kaleb A.