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  • Bio flight aims to protect Airmen

    Gas masks fit tests aren't the only thing the Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight of the 23d Aerospace Medicine Squadron does to accomplish their mission.Whether it's harmful chemicals or the roar of A-10C Thunderbolt II engines, the role of the Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight is to ensure the

  • Luncheon helps military families save money

    Many people struggle to save money while others find that saving money allows them to finance their biggest goals without worrying about extra interest or debt.The Airman and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) kicked off their Financial Lunch and Learn: Securing Your Future classes on March 7, 2013

  • Physical therapy keeps Airmen in fight

    When U.S. Army Sgt. Jon Wilson first entered the physical therapy clinic at Fort Bragg, N.C., 21 years ago, he had no idea the experience would lead him to the profession he's in today.The infantryman and Gulf War veteran had six months left on active-duty service. He suffered from knee problems due

  • Moody helps protect children from bullies

    From a shy little girl sitting alone on the bus, to the star athlete at a local high school, bullying can affect everyone.In the past, people often considered bullying to be part of growing up. The website stopbullying.gov indicates that 28 percent of students grades 6 to 12 have experienced some

  • Moody Airman separates from statistic, makes life change

    Nine years, or about 3,285 days, is how long one particular Airman has spent smoking cigarettes.For 24-year-old U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Yadon, 23d Component Maintenance Squadron knowledge operations management journeyman, a time of change was upon him. Being a smoker for so long,

  • Army vet clinic keeps pets healthy

    With a staff of three active-duty Soldiers and three civilians to carry out its mission, Moody's Veterinary Treatment Facility's (VTF) schedule can be dog-eat-dog. But the health of the furry four-legged companions is the No. 1 priority for the staff of the VTF."We see up to 65 animals per week,"

  • Career PJ takes over as 23d WG command chief

    Before he even joined the Air Force, the new 23d Wing command chief was told he was going to be a lifer, but not in the Air Force. Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Wells, a career pararescueman (PJ), was born in Detroit and grew up in Pittsburgh where he was working at a hardware store when a few words

  • Librarian shares love of reading

    Dressed in a ruffled shirt, bandanna and eye patch, a librarian stepped into the storytelling room that was filled with eager children. The librarian, a mother of two, knows the extra effort makes a difference. For the next few hours, she is a pirate.Although Emily Enderle has only worked at the

  • Airman turns off-duty hobby into AF sport

    The numerous ribbons, medals and photos hung up on a wall next to a paralegal's desk give a glimpse into her life outside of the office. Like many young girls, a 6-year-old Stacey Chastain enjoyed pony rides and playing with pony dolls. On her first pony ride, the 6 year old purposely broke away

  • Altruism, leadership earn Moody youth BGCA’s highest honor

    Stephanie Ramer isn't like most women her age. The 17-year-old high school senior is well-dressed and articulate, and has dedicated the past few years to helping cancer patients, her peers and the local community. Her list of achievements and contributions include everything from tutoring others in