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April 9, 2018
Supplements are not food: Four tips to help you stay healthy

We all want to make sure that we are getting the most out of our food. From the time we are taught about basic human biology in middle and high school to adulthood, we are told to “eat your fruits and veggies if you want to become big and strong.” But we live in an age where “fast is better,” and
April 8, 2018
Mile high wing announces Airmen of the Year for 2017

The Air Force Reserve Command’s 302nd Airlift Wing announced the Airmen of the Year award winners for 2017 at the wing’s annual awards banquet held April 7, 2018.The 302nd AW Airmen of the Year for 2017 are:Airman of the Year: Senior Airman Andrew Gallegos, 39th Aerial Port SquadronNCO of the Year:
April 6, 2018
Bringing innovation to the mission

The 21st Space Wing at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, has seven missile warning radars located strategically around the world that are constantly looking for ballistic missiles inbound to the North American continent. Their mission is to execute combined global capabilities, to defend the
April 5, 2018
Gold Knight award

Col. Todd Moore, 21st Space Wing commander, presents the 21st SW Gold Knight award to the Force Management Team at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., April 4, 2018. Over the last month, tiger teams were formed to carry out the assigned Military Personnel Flight goals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Cameron
April 5, 2018
Peterson to implement big change to north gate hours

Peterson Air Force Base patrons can expect to see changes to the north gate’s hours of operation come April 9, 2018.
April 4, 2018
Air Force establishes Pentagon-based AFSPC vice commander position

Lt. Gen. David D. Thompson assumed the newly-created Air Force Space Command Vice Commander position on April 4, after pinning on his third star.
April 4, 2018
Opted into BRS? Don’t forget this important step

A major benefit of the Blended Retirement System (BRS) is the free money you can now get from your service: Each time you contribute to your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) retirement account, your service will match it, up to 5 percent of your pay.
April 3, 2018
Active Duty? Enroll to continue TRICARE coverage after retirement

Retiring from active duty, whether a medical retirement or a regular retirement, is a significant life event. You should know before you retire which TRICARE programs best suit your and your family’s needs.
April 3, 2018
Finding the arts: Airman pursues passions through community

Upon arrival at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, in 2017, one Airman took advantage of local opportunities to further his love for the arts.
April 3, 2018
Airmen honor Staff Sgt. Bieren at Peterson AFB

Airmen from the 21st Space Wing perform the workout of the day in honor of Staff Sgt. Austin Bieren at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., March 28, 2018. The workout was inspired by Bieren’s workouts and is done to honor and commemorate his death which occurred March 28, 2017.