U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kierra M. Erby graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in 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 in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Erby is the daughter of Stanley L. and Sandra F. Erby of Columbus.
She is a 2012 graduate of Columbus High School. She earned an associate degree in 2014 from Northeast Mississippi Community College in Booneville.
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