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In the service

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 Force Airman 1st Class Matthew L. Woodcox 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.

Woodcox is the son of Laura and Kevin Woodcox of Antwerp, Ohio. He graduated in 2006 from Antwerp Local School, and received an associate degree in 2008 from Hocking College, Nelsonville, Ohio.

In the service

Woodcox, Matthew L.