Cole graduates from basic military training

Air Force Airman Mitchell C. Cole graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Tex.

Airman Cole is the son of Tracy (John) Crist of Hastings and Jeffrey Cole of Castle Rock, Colorado; brother to Stephanie Cole.  Airman Cole is a 2008 graduate of Hastings High School.

The airmen 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.

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