The Adams family had an eventful 2008. Kenny Adams was named maintenance group first sergeant of the year. Their daughter Ashley was on her high school homecoming court and turned 18. Their son Alex excelled in JROTC, reaching the rank of master sergeant. After retiring from the military, the family moved from Italy to New Jersey. Alex joined JROTC at his new high school and led squads to first, second and third place in a drill competition. He also made the local newspaper for his academic achievements. The family looks forward to taking their daughter Ashley to college in California to start the new year.