July 16, 2022 Every training counts Staff Sgt. Shakira Mathis, the Air Force Chaplain Corps College’s noncommissioned officer in charge of operations management, was on official travel when she saved a life using her Air Force training earlier this year.
Nov. 1, 2021 Airman’s daughter saved by JBSA-Lackland firefighter On Aug. 18, Senior Airman Brian Chambers found his daughter choking and drove her to the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Fire Station 1. Jacob Mathie, lead firefighter for the 502nd Air Base Wing at JBSA-Lackland, was able to perform first response triage and unblock the child’s airway.
March 16, 2020 Luke AFB hero helps save lives What defines a person as a hero? Most people envision a hero as a knightin shining armor, a superhero, or someone who is physically strong and courageous.
Dec. 11, 2018 Holloman firefighter saves life Thanksgiving weekend The holidays are a great time to reset with family. Cloudcroft, New Mexico, a small village nestled in the Sacramento Mountains, 30 miles east of base, is a convenient getaway for Holloman Airmen. The scenic, green pines and cool weather lure in visitors who are looking to escape the muted colors of