STEPing up to the challenge
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, FLa. -- Col. Eric Pohland, 96th Air Base Wing commander, surprises Staff Sgt. Jodie Lucas, 796th Civil Engineer Squadron carpenter, with a Stripes for Exceptional Performers promotion to technical sergeant Jan. 17 during a mandatory monthly formation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Josie Stewart)