Security forces patrol identifies security mistakes

The 21st Security Forces Squadron recently began a new initiative to identify and educate base residents of security shortcomings that can lead to them becoming a victim of a crime. When considering crime rates across the country, or even locally, Air Force bases seem relatively free of serious

Care packages boost morale for Airmen overseas

Five years ago Nancy Miller, 21st Force Support Squadron morale committee chair, collected more than 500 care boxes to send to troops in Iraq. The boxes were filled with food and supplies the military members could use while deployed. Donations this year have been slow, but Miller hopes to send even

What’s your high ground: Operations

The 21st Space Wing, with its vast reach, has complex missions from here to Hawaii, Alaska to Alabama, and various points in between - 39 units located in eight countries to be exact.With the challenge of providing flawless missile warning and space control operations comes the added challenge of

Pumpkin Patrol protects candy pirates

Ghosts and goblins are set to roam Peterson Air Force Base with a singular mission -- collect candy. In order to keep trick-or-treaters safe, Staff Sgt. Tandra Sudman and Tech. Sgt. Ellen Cooley, both 21st Security Forces Squadron police services NCOs, are looking for volunteers for the annual

Deployment team grabs Gold Knight

The 21st Space Wing Deployment Control Center team was named the Gold Knight recipient for September.The team led the largest ever 302nd Airlift Wing exercise that included the 302nd AW's active duty associate unit, the 52nd Airlift Squadron. The exercise was conducted to prepare the units for their

Sexual assault speaker addresses common myths

Sexual assault -- two words people don't like to talk about. However, according to a 2010 Gallup survey given to 100,000 active duty Air Force members, people should talk more. The results of the survey showed that only 17 percent of sexual assaults get reported.To help educate leaders on base, Col.

Winter driving safety checks and balances

It's that time of year again. College and pro football are back on television, the leaves are changing color and the snowflakes are beginning to fall. That's right! Winter is arriving and the question is, are you ready? Have you checked to ensure your car has been winterized? The time to check your

Wing aims for CFC success

Comm squadron team takes Gold Knight honors

The 21st Communications Squadron Load Transfer Team was named a Gold Knight recipient.The team spent numerous hours supporting the successful management of a complete power transfer to Building 1038 with no impact to operations, ensuring first responder command and control communications functioned

Snow call procedures keep personnel safe

Winter is just around the corner, and Colorado Springs has already seen a dusting of snow. Last year, there were six measurable snowfalls, and this year more are anticipated. When a winter storm does arrive, the decision is made early whether to open the base on time, have delayed reporting or a