Major Gen. Gregory Feest, commander of the 19th Air Force, answers questions Dec. 12 during his visit to Vance Air Force Base. (Staff Photo by Candice Budgick)
In just more than two months, Vance Air Force Base will undergo an Operational Readiness Inspection, an event for which the men and women of Team Vance have been preparing for months.
During his visit to Vance last week, 19th Air Force Commander Maj. read more...
Because of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, this will be the last edition of the Scoop for 2008.
Look for the first Scoop of 2009 to be published Jan. read more...
When Chief Master Sgt. Bernise F. Belcer, command chief of 19th Air Force, was a young airman, she benefitted from the advice of mentors, people who knew the ropes and helped her avoid potential pitfalls.
Now, she feels, it is her turn to return the favor.
“I get to give them any mentoring advice that I can,” the 26-year veteran said of her talks with young airmen during her visits to 19th Air Force facilities, “talk to them about opportunities, the things they can do to be successful. read more...
Lt. Col. Mark Batcho, 71st Medical Support Squadron commander, Col. Margaret Matarese, Air Education and Training Command Surgeon General, Shane Campbell, 71st Medical Group facilities manager, and Col. Otha Solomon, 71st MDG commander, cut a ribbon at the 71st Medical Group’s newly renovated clinic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Terry Wasson)
In the 1954 movie classic, “White Christmas,” Bing Crosby sang the lyrics, “If you’re worried and you can’t sleep, just count your blessings instead of sheep ...”
This is a great time of year to watch that movie with family and friends. read more...
As a medical administrator, I’ve had the opportunity to serve in many medical facilities at many different levels throughout the Air Force. read more...
Three members of Joint Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 09-03 were honored Dec. 12 during the class graduation dinner at Vance Air Force Base.
Capt. read more...
MIRACLE AT ST. ANNA — The film follows four black soldiers of the all-black 92nd Infantry Division who get trapped near a small Tuscan village on the Gothic Line during the Italian Campaign of World War II after one of them risks his life to save an Italian boy. read more...
RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) — The Air Force recruiter who was stabbed Dec. 11 outside her Harlem, N.Y., recruiting office remains in stable condition. read more...
Cayden Anderson (left) and his brother, Baylar, enjoy talking with Santa Claus and his elves at Breakfast with Santa Dec. 13, in Hangar 170 on base. (Photo by Sarah Putnam)
After more than five years, the crossword and AFDOKU puzzle program offered through Air Force News is ending.
Since September 2003 the puzzles have been produced by Capt. read more...
This week, I ask you to check your lines on the wear of sunglasses in uniform.
Sunglasses protect your eyes from ultra-violet radiation, cut down on glare and generally make a sunny day more enjoyable. read more...
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — Housing allowances for military members will go up an average of 6.9 percent in 2009, Defense Department officials announced Monday. read more...
On Dec. 4, education was the order of the day at the Vance club. The inaugural joint commencement ceremony was held to celebrate the recent graduates of the Community College of the Air Force and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
The base education office awarded 20 individuals with their first step into higher education. read more...
RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) — Eligible airmen are now authorized 10 days of nonchargeable paternity leave following the birth of their newborns, courtesy of the 2009 Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act passed by Congress. read more...
Country star Lee Greenwood will headline the annual Christmas show at 7:30 p.m. read more...
Work resumed in the 71st Comptroller-Contractor Squadron after David Gindlesberger (right) saved Rose Palacios from choking on a piece of candy Dec. 5 by using the Heimlich maneuver. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Lynn Aird)
When you hear the word fat, many people think of the body and physical fitness. Now I want you to think about self-care and emotional health: Feelings, actions and thoughts. read more...
RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — When Col. Brett Morris, director of research for the Air Command and Staff College at Maxwell Air Force Base, gives a presentation; he likes to open by provoking his audience. read more...
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