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Dec. 12, 2017
The Full Story of the Holiday Season – Tips to Cope with and Reduce Stress

Today, we find ourselves right in the middle of an amazing winter holiday season! A season of joy and celebration for many as there is so much to be thankful for; however, the season often brings unwelcome guests — increased stress, feelings of loneliness or depression. Being a part of the
Dec. 12, 2017
A2D2 gives Airmen alternative to DUI

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention month. Impaired driving, either while drunk or on any drugs, should still be a major concern for everyone, especially with the up-coming holiday season.
Dec. 12, 2017
Building Houses, Building friendships

Airmen from around Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, gathered to participate in a gingerbread building competition at the Eclipse Cyber Café, Dec. 6, 2017.
Dec. 12, 2017
Nine Soldiers graduate ICBM defense course

The 100th Missile Defense Brigade (Ground-based Midcourse Defense) hosted a ceremony Dec. 5 at brigade headquarters in Colorado Springs to recognize the Soldiers’ achievement in graduating the Ground-based Midcourse Defense Fire Control Operator Qualification Course.
Dec. 12, 2017
'First in Space' Soldiers provide space-based services and products

As time, warfare, technologies and operational demands continue and increase, a small group of combat-tested, combat-ready Army space professionals stand relevant and ready ... providing space-based products and services to military formations and civilian agencies worldwide.
Dec. 12, 2017
Opinions wanted as Peterson develops for future

Planners from 21st Space Wing Civil Engineer Squadron are working to compile plans for the development of Peterson Air Force Base in the coming years. The unusual part is that in addition to leadership they are seeking input from anyone who works or lives on base.
Dec. 11, 2017
Team Pete Civilians Impact Mission

Civilians in the 21st Space Wing perform a variety of important jobs that have an impact on accomplishing the Wing’s mission. There are over 1,000 civilian employees assigned to the Wing locally at Peterson Air Force Base and Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station.
Dec. 11, 2017
Gen. Jay Raymond Surprises 21st Space Wing Airman

U.S. Air Force Gen. Jay Raymond, Air Force Space Command commander (left), congratulates U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Valencia-Aiken (right) at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, Dec. 4, 2017. Raymond chose Valencia-Aiken to become an officer as a part of the Air Force's Senior Leader Enlisted
Dec. 11, 2017
Put Fire Safety at the Top of Your List This Winter

There are more home fires in winter than in any other season and according to statistics from the National Fire Protection Association, the months of December, January, and February account for half of all home heating fires.
Dec. 8, 2017
Battlefield acupuncture shows promising results in alternative pain management downrange

Air Force providers are using acupuncture as an effective holistic treatment option for pain relief, even in combat settings.