The following is a news release from Joint Hometown News Service:

Air Force Airman Douglas C. Theriot Jr. 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 earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

The following is a news release from the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau:

The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau honored partners in tourism who have made significant contributions to the tourism industry in Southwest Louisiana at an awards ceremony held Wednesday, May 8.

Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne was the keynote speaker, and American Idol finalist Joshua Ledet was also a featured guest at the event.

The following were recipients of the Partner in Tourism Awards:

The following is a news release from Lake Charles Memorial Hospital:

Lake Charles Memorial Sports Medicine will continue serving the student athletes of Calcasieu Parish schools for the next four years. The Calcasieu Parish School Board voted in favor of the extension at their meeting Tuesday night.