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  • 23rd Wing executive officer, wife become adoptive parents

    For one Moody couple, the experience they shared up to the birth of their son, Andrew, was not typical of many parents. Maj. Richard Waldrop and his wife, Kristen, did not have to worry about monthly visits to the doctor, health concerns associated with pregnancy or the birthing process because they

  • Environmental Restoration Program works to remedy past contaminations

    Before an environmental act was passed in 1980, there was no law in place to hold organizations accountable for the contamination they had caused. The passing of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, or CERCLA, forced organizations to become responsible for, and

  • DAPS employee at Moody surpasses 45 years in federal service

    For nearly a half century, a Moody member has been serving the men and women of the base and has no plans to stop now.Donald Griffin began working here in 1961 when he was only 23 years old. Now 71 years old, he still serves as the base's Document Automation and Production Service supervisor and

  • 93rd AGOW command chief to assume role as USAFCENT command chief

    The 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing, a tenant wing at Moody, will bid farewell to their command chief on Dec. 4 as he takes on a new role at a higher level.Chief Master Sgt. Mark Villella, who believes in holding both himself and others to the Air Force's highest standards, will complete a 12-month

  • High school program allows students to experience Air Force lifestyle

    There is a program available in many high schools that gives students the opportunity to experience what a career in the Air Force has to offer before they graduate. The Air Force Junior ROTC offers students in grades nine through 12 the chance to study aviation history, aerospace science and

  • First sergeants ensure mission success through Airman success

    There is always one person enlisted Airmen can count on to be there when times are tough or they need guidance, their first sergeant. Air Force first sergeants, also known as "first shirts", are continuously on-call to ensure they are available to their Airmen, whether to assist with dormitory room

  • 23rd EMS munitions flight essential in supporting combat capabilities

    From the bullets of an M16 rifle used during a weapons qualification course to the joint direct attack munitions of the A-10C Thunderbolt IIs, one flight has sole responsibility for storing and maintaining these powerful weapons. The 23rd Equipment Maintenance Squadron's munitions flight is

  • One Chief holds top enlisted position for two storied AF units

    The Flying Tigers and Red Tails share a rich, 60-year history of heritage and valor dating back to the days of the Army Air Corps. One Moody Chief's career has spanned half of that time, and he'll soon use the knowledge and experience he's gained throughout his career to lead Airmen in Operation

  • Keeping relationships strong during deployments

    Deployments can put a strain on relationships for many couples. Despite hardships, many have managed to keep relationships strong during deployments. "During a deployment, couples must remain grounded with each other," said Master Sgt. Rachael Clark, Health and Wellness Center health promotions