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  • Air Force FSA curriculum, organization mirrors total force

    The life of an Air Force first sergeant is truly a tale of two experiences. There exists the joy of watching Airmen receive well-deserved promotions and recognition, and there is the disappointment and sadness at receiving a 3 a.m. phone call from a law enforcement desk or casualty affairs. These

  • Remnant of Lackland's past gets new home

    The last of three remaining remnants from Lackland's World War II-era housing facilities, a military open-bay barracks, was moved to a site behind the History and Traditions Museum.The only basic military training dormitory left from the 1940s, Bldg. 6351, was loaded by a crane onto a flatbed

  • AF recognizes 82nd FSS member

    Air Force officials recently recognized the chief of personnel relocation from the 82nd Force Support Squadron here as one of the best in manpower and personnel.Linda Howard, won the 2009 Manpower and Personnel Flight Manager of the Year in the Civilian, Installation Level category. Mrs. Howard's

  • Airman 'The Book' 2010 available online

    The 2010 almanac version of Airman magazine is now available online. Traditionally called "The Book." The issue focuses on important facts and provides insight into today's Air Force. Data in the magazine highlights the service's major commands and their functions, weapon systems, demographics,

  • 33rd FW 'measures' up with milestone

    The 33rd Fighter Wing marked another milestone as pilots received measurements for the first F-35 pilot equipment here Feb. 25."The wing continues to work towards establishing the first Department of Defense training center for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter," said Marine Col. Arthur Tomassetti, 33rd

  • Tips to help kids develop healthy habits

    March is National Nutrition Month and with that comes an increased focus on healthy eating. Nutrition is an integral part of health in all individuals, especially in children. This month, take some time to assess your eating habits and how they may be affecting your child. Children are very

  • CMSAF visits Maxwell-Gunter

    During a week-long visit to Maxwell-Gunter AFB Feb. 22-25, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy took time out to talk about his vision for the Air Force enlisted corps.Since becoming the 16th CMSAF in June 2009, Chief Roy is evaluating many aspects of the corps. Chief Roy said he would like

  • Command chief returns to arctic

    Chief Master Sgt. Rob Tappana, Air Education and Training Command command chief master sergeant and former 3rd Wing command chief master sergeant, returned to the arctic tundra Feb. 16-17."I love it here," Chief Tappana said. "It's a great mission; it's great people, and it's a beautiful

  • Severe Weather Awareness Week prepares Sheppard for what's to come

    To regognize severe weather, the state of Texas is holding a Severe Weather Awareness Week Feb. 21-27 27 to raise awareness of possible weather threats.Severe weather can happen year round, but primarily occurs in the spring between March and May. People living in the especially hazardous Tornado