News - Page 219

Feb. 13, 2017
Making your “first”

Capt. Celeste Oliver, 21st Operations Support Squadron flight commander plans and projects, credits her upbringing with a world view that is slightly different that a majority of her peers and one that she believes she can use to educate children to strive for personal excellence.
Feb. 13, 2017
Reserve aerial port Airmen deploy to Southwest Asia

Members of the 302nd Airlift Wing’s 39th Aerial Port Squadron began departing Colorado Springs, Colo., for Southwest Asia in December and will continue leaving in small groups through March of 2017 in support of Operations Freedom’s Sentinel and Inherent Resolve. The Air Force Reservists will
Feb. 10, 2017
Clearing the backlog: Blackjack engineers tackle “Work Week”

The 21st Civil Engineer Squadron operations flight at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, dedicated time Jan. 9-13 specifically for tackling the backlogged corrective work orders they weren’t able to get to in 2016.
Feb. 9, 2017
16th SPCS: Defending space at high frequencies

An array of satellite dishes point to strategic locations in space allowing airmen to monitor Super-High Frequency and Ultra-High Frequency signals assisting military units across the globe in fulfilling their missions. The 16th Space Control Squadron, part of the 21st Operations Group and housed at
Feb. 7, 2017
When night turns to day: Prayer luncheon inspires

Being aware of ones’ spirituality is helpful in building better organizations, said Chaplain (Col.) Paul Sutter, U.S. Air Force Academy chaplain, during his remarks at the National Prayer Luncheon at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. Feb. 2, 2017.
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.