Two members of Jesse Jones Composite Squadron 304 recently received recognition.

Civil Air Patrol Lt. Col. Steven A. Hopper of Willow Street has been awarded the Pennsylvania Wing Commander's Commendation for his work with the local squadron. Hopper currently serves as the deputy commander for cadets of the Jesse Jones Composite Squadron 304.

Capt. Justin R. Walzl of Ephrata, was recently promoted to his current rank. Walzl serves as the deputy commander for cadets and the squadron leadership officer at Jesse Jones Composite Squadron 304.

Previously a cadet in the same squadron, he earned the General Ira C. Eaker Award and the rank of cadet lieutenant colonel and was cadet commander of a Pennsylvania Wing Encampment.

He has received a Wing Commander's Commendation Award and the CAP's Crisis Action Award as well as recognition for recruiting, air search and rescue, community service and service in the Cadet Advisory Council in positions at the squadron, group and wing levels. Additionally, he is employed in CAP as an assistant instructor in Volunteer University.

Walzl is employed as a cardiology nurse practitioner by WellSpan Health and holds a doctorate in nursing practice. He is board-certified as a family nurse practitioner and adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner.

Jesse Jones Composite Squadron 304 meets each Monday at 7 p.m. in the Venture Jets Hangar, which is located near the intersection of Lititz Pike and Millport Road at Lancaster Airport. Additional information on the squadron can be obtained by visiting http://www.jessejones.cap.gov or emailing cc010@pawg.cap.gov.

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