New gate provides increased security, improved traffic flow

The new east gate opened May 24 and is a welcome relief to members of the 21st Security Forces Squadron who plan to put the new upgraded facility to good use.The new gate has a dedicated facility for searching commercial traffic, containing all the latest force protection standards and increasing

Parents: Do you know where your children are?

One of my favorite aspects of this time of year is being able to enjoy the outdoors. The weather is getting warm, we all start seeing the neighborhood kids in their yards, out riding their bikes or throwing the football in the yard. Unfortunately, we also sometimes see young children wandering

21st SFS marks Police Week

Armed Forces Week

SecAF: Sequestration hits AF readiness, modernization

Sequestration has hit the Air Force particularly hard, impacting its force structure, readiness and modernization, senior Air Force leaders said here today.Air Force Secretary Michael B. Donley and Gen. Mark A. Welsh III, the chief of staff, said Congress must provide a solid budget number so the

Security forces memorializes military working dog

A lone kennel sat empty at the center of the stage flanked by military working dog handlers and their companions. Service members and civilians stood at attention while the 21st Security Forces Squadron honored the passing of MWD Aio.The solemn ceremony May 14 at the base auditorium also saw four

Wing marks 21st anniversary

Mile High running at Peterson

You have just reached the three-mile marker and your lungs feel like they are on fire. Your skin is dry but your shirt is soaked with sweat. There are lots of advantages to running at altitude, and here at Peterson there are many jogging routes for you to test yourself.Cardio, from the Greek word

On guard

Hot cars pose life-threatening danger

Summer is near with warm weather and sunny Colorado days ahead. For many parents here this means increasingly hectic schedules, family road trips and children's activities. It's also the time to remember about the dangers associated with leaving children unattended in vehicles.Research by