Commentaries

Sept. 17, 2020
Awareness Note: Practice Phone Scam Safety

During 2019, Americans lost over $10 billion due to phone scams. Males, ages 18-34, are the most likely to lose the most money. One in ten Americans will be a victim. This means the scams are effective and you could be a victim.
Sept. 2, 2020
September is National Disaster Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month when we promote family and community disaster planning. If a disaster occurs in your community, local government and disaster-relief organizations will try to help you, but you need to be ready as well.
Aug. 17, 2020
Walking a mile in each other's shoes

A lot of people who live and work on Peterson Air Force Base have probably wondered what happens at the 4th Space Control Squadron - the “big fenced in building” out past the commissary. If you know or have talked to any of the members of the squadron, they most likely didn’t tell you much about
July 22, 2020
Thank you, Knights

It doesn’t seem fair that I’m the one writing this. On May 12th our wing, and the Air Force at large, lost a great leader, mentor, and friend. Colonel Falzarano’s impeccable service as your commander over the last year speaks for itself, and if he were here I have little doubt that his words would
July 14, 2020
Just another day for CMFES amidst a global pandemic

Firefighters at CMAFS continue to protect and defend CMAFS and local communities during pandemic.
June 26, 2020
21st SFS reminds Team Pete of local firearms rules

It is imperative everyone understands the rules and regulations for the transport, storage and carrying of privately owned firearms on the installation. Though federal and state laws may authorize many freedoms in regard to firearms, the possession and transport of firearms on Peterson Air Force
June 23, 2020
Providing BOS like a "BOSS"!

This commentary from Lt. Col Drew Gehlar, 21st Security Forces commander, talks about the 21st Mission Support Group's transition to the Space Force, while undergoing COVID-19.
June 15, 2020
Trading four wheels for two? Make safety your #1 priority

Spring is here in southern Colorado and the weather has proven to be great for riding, however safety is paramount for Airmen who want to trade in their four wheels for two.
June 12, 2020
21st SFS mourns the loss of a four-legged Airman

Military Working Dog Rexo, a 7-year-old German Shepherd, assigned to the 21st Security Forces Squadron, passed away on May 4, 2020.
June 8, 2020
An open letter to my best friend on National Best Friend Day: Jessica Rosario and Erica Picariello

Master Sgt. Jessica Rosario and Tech. Sgt. Erica Picariello have been best friends since 2013 and recently wrote letters to each other in honor of National Best Friends Day 2020.