Energy vital to fly, fight, win

October is Energy Action Month, a time for all of us to think about the importance of energy in our daily lives, the lives of our families and in our ability to accomplish our mission. Our deployed colleagues know how critical energy is as they fly missions to resupply aircraft in the skies, drop

#PetePerformance: HAWC builds custom workout for every Airman

More calories out than in is often viewed as the most simple equation for weight loss and the start to a healthy lifestyle. This formula, however, is easier said than done for many. If you are one of the many struggling to get on track to a healthier lifestyle, then the Health and Wellness Center is

Peterson lieutenant makes strides in Air Force Marathon

Dehydration, fatigue and pain are just a few of the obstacles that marathon runners have to endure just to reach the finish-line -- let alone cross it -- with a time that garners a medal.But that is just what 2nd Lt. Sarah Auer did. Running in only her second marathon, Auer clinched first place in

Peterson feels effects of government shutdown

About 2,200 civilians on PAFB have been recalled from furlough Oct. 7.As part of the civilian recall from furlough, many on-base services previously affected are now fully operational. The following services are operating as normal:- Child Development Center and School Age Programs - Exchange

Thule tugboat plies frigid Arctic waters

Life at Thule Air Base is unique. Located 750 miles north of the Arctic Circle at the Air Force's northernmost base, residents must acclimate to bitter cold, months of darkness and even the occasional polar bear wandering through base. While Air Force bases are synonymous with aircraft and runways,

RAF Fylingdales celebrates 50 years

Sleek red jets roared in from the west, passing low over the cheering crowd. On cue, colorful smoke streamed from the back of each Hawk aircraft, leaving a dazzling fan of red, grey and blue clouds billowing in the air. The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, commonly known as the Red Arrows, capped an

Safe way to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 26 at the west gate visitor's center parking lot.The program aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of

Fitness on request: Classes you want, when you want them

The Friday before Labor Day, Tech. Sgt. Michelle James went to the fitness center expecting to take a kickboxing class. It was a family day; there were no aerobics classes scheduled and she was disappointed. But she did what any motivated, curious person would do. She figured out on her own how to

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