Current Announcements: Jan.17 to 20 Published Jan. 9, 2012 23rd Wing Public Affairs MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Publication submissions To publicize an event on the Moody public website send all pertinent information to 23wg.pa2@moody.af.mil. All submissions must be received by noon on Thursday the week prior to publication. The Valdosta Daily Times has assumed publication responsibility of the Moody Volunteer, so submission doesn't guarantee publication. All articles or briefs are subject to editing. For more information, contact the 23rd Wing Public Affairs office at 229-257-4146. Estate Claim Senior Airman Jessie A. Russell It is with deep sorrow that the Air Force announces the death of Senior Airman Jessie A. Russell, 23rd Equipment Maintenance Squadron. Anyone having a claim against the estate of Senior Airman Russell can contact the appointed summary court officer 1st Lt. Jason Krazer at 307- 421-1084. Tops in Blue performance Who: Tops in Blue will be holding a performance in Valdosta When: Feb. 2 at 7 p.m., doors open at 6:15 p.m. for DoD ID card holders and 6:30 for civilians Where: Mathis City Auditorium 2300 North Ashley Street VSU AFROTC Blood drive Who: Valdosta State university Air Force ROTC What: Blood drive When: Jan. 31 12:30-15:30 Where: VSU Student Union Ballroom on Oak Street POC: Cadet Robert Hudspeth 229-444-0211 TitanR6@gmail.com Airmen dormitory leader needed Who: 23rd Civil Engineer Squadron What: The squadron has vacancies in the unaccompanied housing management office. They are seeking staff sergeant's and technical sergeants' who are interested in developing their leadership, mentoring and management abilities and broaden their talents. There is a list of applicant criteria that must be met. When: Application packages will be accepted through January 31. Members may bring your packages to the unaccompanied housing management office in Bldg. 547. POC: Master Sgt. Joseph Daniels at 229-257-2682. The Biggest Loser Who: The Health and Wellness Center What: The HAWC will be sponsoring the Biggest Loser program. Which is an eight week program starting Jan. 17 through March 12. There will be an initial and ending BOD POD with weekly weigh ins and a nutrition/ weigh management class at orientation, Jan. 17 at 1:30 p.m. POC: Staff Sgt. Shaton Evans or Staff Sgt. Terri Miller at 229-257 4292. Moody colonel confirmed for first star Congratulations to Col. Scott Kindsvater, 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing commander, who was recently selected for promotion to brigadier general. Kindsvater commands 2,800 Airmen in three operations groups, including Moody's 820th Base Defense Group. Kindsvater was commissioned in 1989 after graduating from the U.S. Air Force Academy and is a command pilot whose decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit and Bronze Star. Georgia Military College Registration Winter term registration is going on now. Moody offers Web Enhanced classes in English Composition 1, 2 and English Lit, Speech, Management, Sociology, History and Accounting POC: Ed Rains, Georgia Military College Moody Program Coordinator at 229-244-7323 Moody Runners Group Who: The Moody Runners Group is looking for members from Moody and the local communities. What: Join the group to share experiences, work out tips, info on upcoming running events and to find the motivation to get moving POC: www.Facebook.com/MoodyRunners Tater Tots What: The Tater Tots group is an interactive playgroup for mothers, father and children from 6 weeks to 3 years old. When: The group will be meeting each Friday from 10 a.m. to noon in the Aerobics Center next to the Freedom I Fitness Center. Attendees should bring a small toy for their child. POC: For more information, individuals may call Family Advocacy at 229-257-4805. Hometown News release submissions Airmen can submit a DD Form 2266, Hometown News Release, electronically by clicking on the link via either the internal base website or the public website, www.moody.af.mil. Submissions can include a photo: minimum output 150 dpi, image size 4x5 to 5x7, JPEG format - compressed no lower than 60 percent, and saved as the submitter's last name. Appropriate newsworthy events for submission include promotions, graduations, new assignments, awards, decorations, reenlistment, retirement, etc. Submissions are reviewed by 23rd Wing Public Affairs before forwarding to the Army and Air Force Hometown News Service. Incomplete forms and noncompliant photos will not be approved. For more information, contact the Public Affairs office at 229-257-3345. Toastmasters Club Who: Moody's Toastmasters Club What: During meetings, members learn ways to practice and hone skills in communication and leadership. When: The Club is scheduled to hold meetings Thursdays at 11 a.m. Where: Meeting are held in room 203 in the Education Center. POC: For more information, call 229-257-4734. The Moody Spouses Club Who: The Moody Spouses Club What: The Club is open to active duty, retired, Reserve, enlisted and officer spouses of any military rank and branch of service. Where: Monthly meetings are held at the Moody Field Club. POC: More information, including upcoming activities, can be obtained from www.themoodyspousesclub.com.