Moreth Named 1st Sgt of the Year

Pictured is Patrick Moreth, right, receiving his award.

Col. Shawn Strahle, 183d Wing Commander, recognized this year’s quarterly winners from the airman (Amn), noncommissioned officer (NCO), senior noncommissioned officer (SNCO), and first sergeant  (1st Sgt) categories during the 183d Wing Outstanding Airmen of the Year ceremony in Springfield, IL, this past weekend.

Strahle also announced the 183rd Wing Outstanding Airmen of the Year, who will now advance to compete at the state level alongside their peers from the 182nd Airlift Wing and the 126th Air Refueling Wing.

Read the full story in the January 29, 2026 issue of the Macoupin County Enquirer~Democrat.