Hays High School class of 2015 graduate and Buda resident Colby Ardrey completed graduation from the U.S. Marine Corps on Jan. 8 at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, CA. 

In addition, Ardrey, a private first class, completed his requirements for Eagle Scout in August 2015. His Eagle project was the installation of the crushed granite walkway and cedar fence along the parking lot of the Buda Library, which was designed to reduce foot traffic on on the lawn. 

While home on leave, Ardrey attended his Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony on Jan. 12. Ardrey returns to Camp Pendleton, then will go on to Twentynine Palms, CA for further training and education in communications. While in boot camp, Ardrey qualified as Expert Marksman on Edson Range at Camp Pendleton, and was a fire team leader.