News

Feb. 7, 2017
Jack-of-all-trades: Master of most

“The role of the structures shop is to support every mission on base by maintaining the buildings on Peterson Air Force Base,” said Staff Sgt. Alexander Krussell, 21st CE structural craftsman, “We help other career fields on base so they accomplish their mission.”
Feb. 7, 2017
How much are you saving? The commissaries are here to help

FORT LEE, Va. -- Commissary savings will be reported more often and better reflect the cost of living where patrons shop, said Joseph H. Jeu, director and CEO of the Defense Commissary Agency.
Feb. 7, 2017
Be Mine: Valentine’s Day is special for Team Pete members

It takes extra strength for couples to get through the challenges that military life can often present, such as extended absences, demanding duty hours and constant worry. This life teaches couples to be resilient and appreciate the love they have. Valentine’s Day presents an opportunity for members
Feb. 7, 2017
KNIGHT CLUB FITNESS: 21st SW Weekly Fitness Challenge

The Knights of the 21st Space Wing sometimes find themselves too busy to get away from their desk throughout the day. To get the blood flowing, take a few minutes every day around 10 a.m. and at 2 p.m. to step back and regain some focus. For civilians and others not in utility uniforms, grab a mat
Feb. 7, 2017
Olympic divers travel to the Top of the World to thank service members

Divers Sam Dorman and Troy Dumais know how it feels to be on top of the world.Each had the heady experience of winning an Olympic medal and standing on the podium. Dorman took silver at the Rio 2016 Games in 3-meter synchro while Dumais earned bronze four years earlier in London in the same event.
Feb. 7, 2017
Air Force committed to fostering civilian talent via DE

The Air Force has created a new leadership development course designed specifically for GS-12 and GS-13 civilians and equivalent pay schedules. The Air Force will undertake new measures to increase opportunities for civilians at the GS-12 and -13 level to participate in professional development
Feb. 3, 2017
Blended Retirement System Opt-In training now available to all Airmen

The Department of Defense will implement the new Blended Retirement System in less than a year. While no one needs to make a decision until Jan. 1, 2018, all Airmen should take advantage of training and informational resources to research their options during 2017. Airmen eligible for the new
Feb. 1, 2017
Peterson proactive, supporting new moms

Breastfeeding moms will soon have a place of their own when a nursing room is opened in the Mission Support building on Peterson Air Force Base by the end of January.The room is being created based upon need and in accordance with Air Force Instruction 44-102. It is furnished with pertinent items,
Feb. 1, 2017
The spider building: A not-so-spooky look into Peterson’s history

Airmen stationed at Peterson Air Force Base before 2010 might remember an odd shaped building right across the street from the 21st Space Wing, now just an empty lot. Because of building 880’s unusual shape, it was nicknamed the spider building.
Jan. 31, 2017
Hiring Freeze: How does this affect Team Pete

President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order mandating a hiring freeze for all federal civilian positions, with a few exceptions, for any position vacant as of 12 p.m. on Jan. 21, 2017.