Three Butler County natives recently graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas.
U.S. Air Force Airman Connor Hoffman completed the eight week program that included military discipline, physical fitness, and basic warfare skills. Hoffman’s parents live in Sarver and he graduated from Freeport High School earlier this year.
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Riese Ornelas also completed the same eight week program. Ornelas’ parents live in Butler and he graduated from Butler Area Senior High School earlier this year.
U.S. Air Force Airman John Thompson completed his eight week program as well. Thompson’s parents live in Slippery Rock and he graduated from Slippery Rock High School earlier this year.
Airmen who complete this program earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
