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  • Victim advocates help with healing process

    When one of her best friends in high school was sexually assaulted, Frances Elmore wasn't really sure how to handle the situation. She felt helpless but knew at that moment that she wanted to make a difference and help victims of sexual assault. This goal helped her to earn a master's degree in

  • 23rd LRS technical sergeant wins AF-level award for a second time

    Tech. Sgt. Robert Schenk, 23rd Logistics Readiness Squadron NCO in-charge of deployments, recently won the title of the Air Force Logistics Plans Non-commissioned Officer of the Year for the second time for outstanding performance and significant achievements in his career field. At the end of May,

  • New AF club members get free three month membership

    All eligible personnel who join any Air Force club between June 15 and Aug. 15 will automatically receive three months of free dues as part of the Air Force's 2009 club membership campaign. New members will also receive the benefits of a free cash back rewards program and a six-month, zero percent

  • Air Force standardizes informal uniform

    As a result of the 96th Air Force Uniform Board, a standardized informal uniform is now authorized for wear. The informal uniform will be mandatory for wear by all applicable Air Force personnel starting Jan. 1, 2011. The Air Force Chief of Staff directed review of the informal uniform to help

  • New uniforms: Comfortable, functional are goals

    Officials from the Uniform Program Office here continue to work for Airmen, researching and purchasing uniforms that provide more function, protection and comfort. The Air Force chief of staff met with office personnel April 21 for an update on clothing issues Airmen face as they support global

  • Moody's 58th RQS, 66th RQS rescue fallen climber at Zion National Park

    In a matter of three hours, a crew of seven boarded a helicopter to save a complete stranger at Zion National Park, Utah, May 9. The crew members were Nellis Airmen from the 66th and the 58th Rescue Squadrons; the mission was to rescue a climber who had fallen 25 feet and sustained spinal and neck

  • AAFES to curtail money order program effective May 31

    Army & Air Force Exchange Service facilities will no longer offer money order services after close of business Sunday, May 31. "Fortunately, these services are already available on military installations," said AAFES' Chief of Corporate Communications Lt. Col. William Thurmond. "These banks, credit

  • Air Force leaders name next top enlisted leader

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley have announced the Airman selected to be the service's next enlisted leader. Chief Master Sergeant James A. Roy will become the 16th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force during an

  • DOD officials promote 'World No Tobacco Day'

    The last Monday in May is Memorial Day, a day set aside to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to their country. Living freedom to the fullest by reducing unnecessary health risks is one way to honor the memories of those who've died, DOD officials say. Just around the corner