U.S. Air Force National Guard Airman 1st Class Zachary J. Nelson graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an 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. Nelson is the son of Julia and Rickey Nelson, and the brother of Rickey Nelson, of Jackson. The airman is a 2014 graduate of Jackson Memorial High School. He earned an associate degree in 2018 from Ocean County College.
