U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Austin T. Howard 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 also earn four credits toward an associate degree in applied science through the Community College of the Air Force. Howard is the son of Regan Howard and grandson of Cindy Naylor, and Fred Leitz of Landrum, S.C. He is a 2016 graduate of Blue Ridge High School, Greer, S.C. (photo submitted by Joint Hometown News Service)