Building healthy habits

Not long after the turn of the current century an alarming subject made a strong blip on the radar of healthcare professionals and children's health advocates. That blip was the prevalence of obesity in American children and it was not a positive revelation.As a result of the shocking statistics, a

Volunteering with American Red Cross

When was the last time you were at the pharmacy either at the main clinic or at the Exchange/Commissary? How long were you waiting? Imagine the wait time if the American Red Cross volunteers were not there. Would you be waiting longer? The answer is yes.Irmgard Cates is the Chairperson for the Air

Move signals changes in ministry for chaplains

When it comes to visiting, the process is simple: visitors come, they visit then they leave. When a chaplain goes out among the people he serves it is usually called visitation. However the 21st Space Wing Chapel is trying to get away from the temporary connotation of a visit and go with a more

Tax time approaching

It's that time of year to file your tax returns to help plan an epic vacation or house project or just save those bountiful pennies. Before you file, are you informed of some of the tax law changes?Jan Pardalis, Team Pete's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance tax program manager, explains some of this

Fires: 2014 in review

Annually, the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services Flight responds to more than 800 emergencies on and off Peterson AFB. Statistically, most are medical emergencies with very few actual fires, largely due to an aggressive prevention program and the "safety first" culture we live in.

Museum aims to expand, needs donors, volunteers

Right in the middle of Peterson Air Force Base lies a nearly mystical place where the military, civilian community and history intersect, demonstrating how they are intertwined.The Peterson Air and Space Museum captures local aviation history as it pertains to the military and to the Colorado

Bonfils holds blood drive

There are men, women, children, and members of our armed forces who need blood transfusions. Want to help them? Then give them a hand -- or actually give them some of your blood.On Jan. 20, members from Bonfils Blood Center set up shop at The Club for Team Pete members to donate their blood.With a

Commander's call all about excellence

A little of the past, a little of the future, a little humor and a rocking video. No, it wasn't the Academy Awards, it was the latest 21st Space Wing Commander's Call.Following a video featuring imagery of events around the wing since the last commander's call, Col. John Shaw, 21st SW commander,

Wing celebrates space mission

Biomedical Sciences Corps marks 50th anniversary

The Air Force recognized the achievements of the men and women who comprise the Biomedical Sciences Corps by designating Jan. 26-30 as BSC Appreciation Week. This year is noteworthy as it marks the 50th anniversary of the Biomedical Sciences Corps.The BSC's roots date back to 1917, when the Sanitary