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New commander for the 126th Supply Chain Management Squadron

Maj. Evan Cozadd (right) accepts the 126th Supply Chain Management Squadron guidon from Col. Peter Nezamis, commander, 126th Air Refueling Wing, at Scott AFB, Ill., on Nov. 5, 2011. Maj. Cozadd brings more than 20 years of experience in the logistics arena and the Illinois Air National Guard with him to this position. The 126 SCMS is the 126 ARW’s Classic Associate Total Force Integration squadron embedded within the Active Duty Air Force Global Logistic Supply Center. (National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Franklin Hayes)
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Change of Command

Col. Peter Nezamis (left) hands the 126th Operations Group guidon to Col. Jeffrey Jacobson in a traditional military Change of Command ceremony on Nov. 5, 2011 at Scott AFB, Ill. By accepting the guidon, Col. Jacobson symbolically accepts the responsibilities as commander over the Airmen of the group. (National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Franklin Hayes)
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Airman 1st Class Jared Callaham was selected as the Airman of the Year for the 906 ARS

Airman 1st Class Jared Callaham was selected as the Airman of the Year for the 906 ARS. Airman 1st Class Callaham is metals technology apprentice with the 906th and received this award in part for his creativity and talents in redesigning and fabricating systems to save money and increase safety, his dedication to learning and excellence, and his commitment to the local community through Habitat for Humanity efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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Tech. Sgt. David Carrillo was selected as the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for the 906 ARS

Tech. Sgt. David Carrillo was selected as the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for the 906 ARS. Tech. Sgt. Carrillo is an electro-environmental systems craftsman with the 906th and received this award in part for identifying an emergency situation and taking appropriate action saving nearly $40 million in potential damage. Tech. Sgt. Carrillo also has been involved with frequent deployments offering experience beyond his years and supports his local community through various volunteer efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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Master Sgt. Shawn Wright was selected as the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for the 906 ARS

Master Sgt. Shawn Wright was selected as the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for the 906 ARS. Master Sgt. Wright is the Flightline Production Superintendent for the 906th and received this award in part for his involvement with short-notice deployments, his commitment to the mission, and being entrenched throughout the local community and squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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Senior Airman Maribeth Ethridge was selected as Airman of the Year for the 126 ARW

Senior Airman Maribeth Ethridge was selected as Airman of the Year for the 126 ARW. Senior Airman Ethridge is a Nondestructive Inspector assigned to the 126th Maintenance Squadron and received this award in part for superior self-initiative, unswerving distinguished performance, and being a true Air National Guard ambassador. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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Tech. Sgt. Jacob Curtis was selected as the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for both the 126 ARW and the state of Illinois

Tech. Sgt. Jacob Curtis was selected as the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for both the 126 ARW and the state of Illinois. Tech. Sgt. Curtis is a Security Forces Journeyman assigned to the 126th Security Forces Squadron and received this award in part for his dedication to duty, superior knowledge, and unwavering volunteerism. His OAY package will next compete at the National Guard Bureau level against Non-Commissioned Officers from around the NGB. Tech. Sgt. Curtis recently returned from a 6-month deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (Courtesy Photo, U.S. Army)
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Master Sgt. Kendrick Henry was selected as the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for both the 126 ARW and the state of Illinois

Master Sgt. Kendrick Henry was selected as the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for both the 126 ARW and the state of Illinois. Master Sgt. Henry is a Security Forces Craftsman assigned to the 126th Security Forces Squadron and received this award this award in part for his devotion to duty and his troops, spectacular performance, and commitment to excellence. His OAY package will next compete at the National Guard Bureau level against Senior Non-Commissioned Officers from around the NGB. Master Sgt. Henry recently returned from a 6-month deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (Courtesy Photo, U.S. Army)
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Capt. Nicosia’s service while a member of the Illinois Air National Guard was considered exemplary.

Capt. Robert J. Nicosia was born in Detroit, Mich., on Nov. 12, 1948. He entered the Air Force as a 2nd Lt. in 1973 and served as a KC-135 pilot, co-pilot, and instructor pilot until 1978 at Rickenbacker AFB, Ohio.
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Maj. Dixon’s service while a member of the Illinois Air National Guard was considered exemplary.

Maj. William S. Dixon, Jr. was born Dec. 25, 1946, in Detroit, Mich. Commissioned a 2nd Lt. in the Air Force in 1968, Maj. Dixon obtained a Master’s Degree in Political Science from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind.
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Crome’s service while in the Illinois Air National Guard was considered exemplary.

Master Sgt. Richard A. Crome was born on May 14, 1942 in Evanston, Ill. He was a graduate of Amundsen High School and joined the Illinois Air National Guard in 1971.
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Capt. Herrick’s service while a member of the Illinois Air National Guard was considered exemplary.

apt. Kenneth L. Herrick was born in Columbia, S.C., on Jan. 19, 1946. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Illinois and was commissioned a 2nd Lt. in 1970.
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126th Security Forces Squadron homecoming

Senior Airman J'onn Alexander, 126th Security Forces Squadron security team member, poses for a photo with family members after arriving back home from a six month deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The Illinois Air National Guard unit, located at Scott AFB, Ill., has deployed many personnel in support of both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom since September 11, 2001. (US Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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126th Security Forces Squadron homecoming

Tech. Sgt. Marcus Schaeffer, 126th Security Forces Squadron security team member, talks with his son, Memphis, after arriving back home from a six month deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The Illinois Air National Guard unit, located at Scott AFB, Ill., has deployed many personnel in support of both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom since September 11, 2001. (US Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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126th Security Forces Squadron homecoming

Staff Sgt. Michelle Wilson, 126th Security Forces Squadron security team member, poses with her family and fiancé after returning from a six month deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The Illinois Air National Guard unit, located at Scott AFB, Ill., has deployed many personnel in support of both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom since September 11, 2001. (US Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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Maj. Gen. Haynes retires

Lt. Gen. Harry M. Wyatt III (left) presents a Certificate of Appreciation to MBarbara Haynes (center) on behalf of the U.S. Air Force thanking her for her commitment and contributions during the career of her spouse, Maj. Gen. Thomas J. Haynes (right), Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander, Air Mobility Command, during Haynes' retirement ceremony at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., on Jan. 27, 2012.
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Maj. Gen. Haynes retires

Lt. Gen. Harry M. Wyatt III (left) presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Maj. Gen. Thomas J. Haynes, Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander, Air Mobility Command, during Maj. Gen. Haynes' retirement ceremony at Scott AFB, Ill., on Jan. 27, 2012. The letter is signed by President Barack Obama extending the thanks of a grateful nation for his honorable service.
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Maj. Gen. Haynes retires

Lt. Gen. Harry M. Wyatt III (left) officiates over the retirement ceremony of Maj. Gen. Thomas J. Haynes (seated), Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander, Air Mobility Command, at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., on Jan. 27, 2012. Haynes retires with more than 40 years of service.
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126th Air Refueling Wing receives the National Guard Association of the U.S. Flying Award

Colonel Peter Nezamis (center), Commander, 126th Air Refueling Wing, accepts the National Guard Association of the U.S. Flying Award on behalf of the Wing. The award is presented annually to the top five Air National Guard flying units that excel in flying safety, aircraft operational readiness, unit manning, skill level qualification and other operational and manning requirements. The Illinois Air National Guard Wing maintains a flying record of more than 29 years with 100,227 flight hours logged. (Courtesy photo)
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KC-135R Stratotanker in flight

A KC-135R Stratotanker from the 126th Air Refueling Wing returns home after performing an inflight aerial refueling mission. The Illinois Air National Guard Wing constantly trains in its mission to maintain a high state of readiness. (National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)
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