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Sept. 10, 2018
Operational Support Teams work inside “beating heart” of USAF

Each squadron in the Air Force faces different stressors and health challenges that require unique solutions.General David Goldfein, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, is leading an effort to revitalize Air Force squadrons.
Sept. 10, 2018
SAPR empowers, supports Airmen

Sexual assault can be a deeply traumatizing event in anyone’s life. Across the Air Force, Airmen and their families have access to Sexual Assault Prevention and Response or Family Advocacy Program resources to get support and guidance on how to move forward.
Sept. 7, 2018
AFSPC team trains for 2018 Defender Challenge

Air Force Space Command is sending a seven member team of Security Forces Airmen to compete in the 2018 Defender Challenge at Joint Base San Antonio - Camp Bullis, Texas Sept. 10-13.
Sept. 7, 2018
The Pep in Our Step...

You show up to your scheduled fitness assessment, get your waist measured, push-ups and sit-ups evaluated, and then finish things off with a variation of the aerobic component. Yet, many people don’t consider warming up for the assessment, especially the aerobic component. The human body needs to be
Sept. 7, 2018
Researchers study factors influencing Airmen’s tobacco use during technical training

The Air Force strictly regulates tobacco use during basic and technical training, but some Airmen still use it. Air Force researchers are working with the University of Virginia to uncover why Airmen use tobacco.
Sept. 7, 2018
Reservists earn promotions through STEP II

Eight Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 302nd Airlift Wing are set to add another stripe to their sleeves after earning an early promotion through the Air Force Reserve Stripes for Exceptional Performers II program.The STEP II program recognizes enlisted reservists throughout the Air Force Reserve
Sept. 5, 2018
Col. Moore highlights mission, culture at Commander’s Call

Discipline, aggressiveness and creativity — the 21st Space Wing’s vision — was the theme of Thursday’s Commander’s Call at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, Aug. 30, 2018.After introducing the new 21 SW leadership and himself, Col. Todd Moore, 21 SW commander, went on to highlight Airmen’s
Sept. 5, 2018
Boosting morale one pancake at a time

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Master Sgt. Scott Lauer, 21st Force Support Squadron first sergeant, delivers a full pancake breakfast to hungry Airmen at the Chapel, Aug. 30, 2018, at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. First Sergeants from around the base came together to prepare, cook and
Sept. 5, 2018
Thrift Savings Plan: Finance experts give guidance at Peterson AFB

After retiring from military or civilian service, you may be wondering where you will be getting your income. To help both civilians and service members plan ahead for retirement, the Thrift Savings Plan, a government-sponsored retirement and savings investment plan, is available for civilians and
Sept. 5, 2018
Counter-trafficking in persons

Human trafficking is present throughout the United States and is far more prevalent in Colorado than one might think. During the first seven months of 2017, 40 people in Colorado faced charges for sexual exploitation of minors including pimping of a child for sexual exploitation, pandering of a