Patton graduate finishes Naval training

Navy Seaman Apprentice Summer L. Keasling, daughter of Barbara A. and Randy E. Keasling of Patton, Mo., was recently promoted to her current rank upon graduation from recruit training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. Keasling received the early promotion for outstanding performance during all phases of the training cycle. Training included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. Keasling is a 2008 graduate of Meadow Heights High School in Patton, Mo.