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July 28, 2023
Defenders on ALERRT

Defenders from the 14th Security Forces Squadrons recently completed Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT), Level 1 Active Shooter Response Course July 26, 2023, in partnership with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Monroe County SWAT members.
July 28, 2023
First Command welcomes new command chief today

Members of Air Education and Training Command welcomed Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley as the new command chief today for AETC.
July 27, 2023
Luke AFB enhances community partnerships

Members of the Air Force Community Partnership Program conducted their first meeting in three years on July 25, 2023, at the Goodyear City Hall in Goodyear, Arizona. This program is designed to provide Luke Air Force Base and its surrounding communities shared solutions to shared problems while
July 27, 2023
49th Wing Safety conducts motorcycle group mentorship ride

The 49th Wing hosted a mentorship ride this past Friday here to participate in a local bike ride throughout Ruidoso, Tularosa and Cloudcroft, New Mexico. Mentorship rides are a great opportunity for riders to unite, no matter the rank, and safely ride together. They also provide a fun environment
July 27, 2023
General Allvin nominated to be next Air Force Chief of Staff

Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin, a command pilot with joint planning and strategy expertise, has been nominated as the Air Force’s 23rd Chief of Staff, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III announced July 26.
July 26, 2023
Luke AFB offers legal services for EFMP families

Military life presents unique challenges for military families, especially those with special needs members. Demetria Themistocles, the 56th Fighter Wing Judge Advocate’s most recent attorney advisor, specializes in the Exceptional Family Member Program and can advise service members on how to best
July 26, 2023
Joint Base San Antonio and 502nd Air Base Wing command chief retires

Chief Master Sgt. Casy Boomershine, Joint Base San Antonio and 502nd Air Base Wing command chief, retired from the U.S. Air Force after a 28-year career during a ceremony inside the Basic Military Training Pfingston Reception Center at JBSA-Lackland July 24, 2023.
July 26, 2023
Wright takes command of LeMay Center, deputy command of Air University

Major Gen. Parker H. Wright took command of the Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education and the position of deputy commander of Air University during a change of command ceremony held July 21, 2023.
July 25, 2023
Luke Airmen to compete in inaugural gaming event

Luke Air Force Base has been invited to participate in the first ever Air Force Gaming Western Regional Esports Invitational on Sept. 22-23, 2023, at Hill AFB, Utah.
July 24, 2023
37th Training Wing initiates transition to A-staff structure

The 37th Training Wing is standing up its A-staff, in response to a command-wide implementation this year. The 37th TRW is one of three wings within Air Education and Training Command to undergo the transition that aims to streamline coordination and empowers units to focus on mission execution.