Air Force raises $2.3 million for CFC, takes top honors

On behalf of Air Force personnel around the globe, Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley accepted five of the top Combined Federal Campaign awards May 2 at a ceremony in the Pentagon."This year, Airmen pledged over $2.3 million," said Donley. "Over half of our workforce participated, with an

Tree-rific trees

Planting a tree is a gift you give to your children and grandchildren, and Peterson Air Force Base has left many gifts for future generations. In a ceremony outside the R.P. Lee Youth Center April 26, Peterson AFB was presented the Tree City U.S.A. award for the 18th consecutive year by Andy

Wing Airmen recognized as AFSPC Outstanding Airman of the Year

Two of the 21st Space Wing's Airmen have been recognized as the best of the best in Air Force Space Command. Senior Airman Nicholas Hurt, 721st Security Forces Squadron, was named AFSPC Outstanding Airman of the Year in the airman category, and Capt. Kirk Greene, 21st Mission Support Group executive

Using restricted airfares

Department of Defense travelers frequently ask why they can't use low airfares that they find on Internet travel sites. DOD policy requires tickets for official travel be purchased through the contracted commercial travel office. However, the truth is, under the right circumstances they can purchase

Keep kids safe this summer

Spring is here and summer is fast approaching. Parents are putting away their children's jackets and gloves and getting out their skateboards and bikes. But before you do, ensure you are doing so in the most safe and legal way possible. There are rules and regulations base residents must adhere to

Get green by recycling

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Exchange enlisted advisor visits Cavalier

The senior enlisted advisor for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service visited Cavalier AFS April 18."Cavalier Air Force Station is the smallest installation I've ever visited" said Chief Master Sgt. Jeffry Helm. During his visit, he toured the exchange and met with Cavalier personnel and family

SARC presenter asks: Can I Kiss You?

How do you know when it's time to make your move? That's the first question comedian Mike Domitrz asked Airmen who attended his show April 19. The answer: Ask. "Nobody teaches you how to ask," Domitrz said. Body language is misinterpreted, he said, and making a move doesn't give the other person a

April 28 marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Peterson Air Force Base

In April of 1942, America's situation looked grim. It entered World War II almost five months earlier, following Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor and other military bases in Hawaii. There were defeats and set-backs all over the Pacific, as America lost ground in the Philippine Islands, Guam, Wake