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Sept. 16, 2019
How suicide changed my life

When I was 18 years old, the problem felt permanent and the solution seemed simple. It had for years.I had struggled with depression and anxiety most of my teenage years. I fought off the urge to end my suffering because I was worried what it would do to my family and friends. As the years went on,
Sept. 16, 2019
Black Knight fulfills dream of serving

Less than one percent of the population joins the military every year. Some, join the military for school, travel or other benefits. For others, joining the ranks is something that has always been part of their life plan. The latter is true for U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Robert Matthews, 19th
Sept. 16, 2019
Air Force announces newest Red Tail: ‘T-7A Red Hawk’

Acting Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Donovan made the announcement during his speech at the 2019 Air Force Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Sept. 16.
Sept. 16, 2019
Air Force defends Alpha Warrior Inter-Service title

The Air Force won its second straight Alpha Warrior Inter-Service Championship over the Army and Navy Sept. 14 at Retama Park in Selma, Texas. The grueling competition saw the three, six-person teams tackling more than 30 obstacles at the Alpha Warrior Proving Ground, the same place where they
Sept. 13, 2019
Goodfellow Remembers

Goodfellow and the San Angelo community observed 9/11 through remembrance ceremonies, which took place throughout the day here, Sept. 11. In honor of those who lost their lives during that tragic day, several events were held in the community and on base.
Sept. 13, 2019
Columbus AFB welcomes Airmen into next enlisted tier during SNCO Induction Ceremony

Nine inductees were recognized for their selection to promote to master sergeant during a Senior NCO Induction Ceremony Sept. 9 at the Club. Team BLAZE’s newest master sergeant selects are now charged to lead and manage teams while maintaining the highest level of readiness and ensure mission
Sept. 13, 2019
Iraq veteran overcomes rough childhood, suicide attempt to achieve resilience

An Iraq War veteran who endured a brutal childhood, testified against his mother during her murder trial and tried to end his own life brought his story of resilience and forgiveness to an audience of military members and civilians at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph this week.
Sept. 13, 2019
Columbus Airmen train for real emergencies during mock altitude chamber exercise

The 14th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron’s Aerospace and Operational Physiology Flight conducted an expanded exercise with emergency agencies and volunteer Airmen Sept. 3 on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi.
Sept. 13, 2019
Sheppard in Photos

This week see the inner workings of our aircraft, the students who work on those aircraft and... a hand? Enjoy Sheppard in Photos!
Sept. 13, 2019
Airmen ‘battle’ in Alpha Warrior final; team set for inter-service showdown

Twelve Airmen battled it out in a showdown of strength, grit and determination during the third annual Air Force Alpha Warrior Final Battle Sept. 12 at Retama Park, Selma, Texas.