A late summer salute to our men and women in uniform

As summer winds down in northeastern Louisiana, our thoughts turn to all of the good things to come in the next few months. High school, college and pro football games, festivals, school activities and very soon, the holiday season.

For the men and women serving our country who are away from homes at this time, Jes’ Ramblin’ takes this opportunity to thank them – and their families – for their service. We are truly grateful.

Army Pfc. Cordell Davis has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. Davis is the son of Sharon James of Rayville. He is a 2015 graduate of Rayville High School.

U.S. Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Cynthia L. Hamilton graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Hamilton is the daughter of Christopher D. and Chasity L. Hamilton of Pelahatchie, Miss., and granddaughter of Patricia Wallace of Crowville.

Army Pvt. Dexter T. Parker Jr. has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. Parker is the son of Sandtel Sanders and grandson of Debbie And Alonzo Sanders, all of Monroe. He is a 2015 graduate of Richwood High School.

Air Force Airman 1st Class Brett A. Reggio graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Reggio earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Darleen Reggio of Haughton. The airman is a 2009 graduate of Haughton High School. He earned a bachelor's degree in 2013 from Louisiana Tech University.