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June 22, 2016
Continuing a long, blue line

After 11 years in the Air Force, Tech. Sgt. Sean Dastas, 21st Operations Support Squadron, decided to stay in what could be called the family business, by re-enlisiting for another four years. The ceremony was performed by Capt. Stephanie Lawton, 9th Medical Operations Squadron, Beale Air Force
June 21, 2016
Thule celebrates Police Week with Defender's Challenge

THULE AIR BASE, Greenland – 821st Security Forces Squadron defenders compete in the Self Aid and Buddy Care event of the Defender’s Challenge on May 18, 2016 at Thule Air Base, Greenland. The challenge was a way for 821st SFS to celebrate Police Week at the Top of the World. (U.S. Air Force photo by
June 21, 2016
Military hosted at special circus show

Acrobats, tigers and clowns, oh my, it’s a day at the circus for military families. Courtesy of a conglomerate of local community organizations, a special performance of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Baily presents Circus Xtreme was recently held. Free of charge to military members, the show was
June 21, 2016
Peterson hosts Sports and Field Day

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Peterson Airmen take off at the beginning of the 10k bike course during the annual Sports and Field Day at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., June 16, 2016. Events began at 8 a.m. and were scattered throughout the day, ending at 2 p.m. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior
June 21, 2016
Hearing loss drives innovation for Peterson Airman

People with disabilities sometimes struggle fitting in amongst peers or with feeling accepted because of being differently-abled. Rachael McAnallen didn’t let a hearing impairment stop her from achieving success.An Environmental Program Manager for the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron at Peterson Air
June 21, 2016
Get fit and healthier by balancing lifestyle

Summer is almost here and for those who are looking to get fit, eat healthier and lose weight, the Peterson Health and Wellness Center has a solution. The newest 12-week group Lifestyle Balance Class launches June 30, 1 – 2 p.m. at the HAWC classroom. Registration must be complete by June 27 and
June 21, 2016
Be aware of GTC changes

Changes made in early 2016 concerning Government Travel Charge Cards are now complete, including the grace period to make sure accounts are active, passed on June 12.At the end of the 2015 fiscal year, cards were replaced throughout the Department of Defense, said Airman 1st Class Johnathon Downs,
June 21, 2016
Tierra Vista Communities named 2016 Community of the Year by National Apartment Association

The National Apartment Association (NAA) recently announced that Tierra Vista Communities (Tierra Vista) on Peterson Air Force Base has been named the 2016 Community of the Year, and the Best Community in the Military Housing Specialty category for the 2016 NAA Excellence Awards. The annual awards
June 21, 2016
Peterson shows off talent

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Alexis Remy sings the “Fight Song” by Rachel Platten during the Peterson’s Got Talent competition at The Club on Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., June 14, 2016. Remy won first place for the preteen (ages 9-12) category and was presented a trophy and certificate by
June 20, 2016
A dog and his handler: a working relationship

Senior Airman Tariq Russell and his dog, Ppaul, rely on the relationship they developed with each other to create a safe working environment at Peterson Air Force Base while protecting Airmen.