May I borrow your face please?

The Federal Trade Commission reports 1.3 million people have fallen victim to identity thieves lurking at the web's back door in 2009 alone. The 2006 Identity Theft Survey estimates consumers lost more than $1.1 billion in 2006. The aftermath is chilling. Repairing credit can take months, even

Military voting, focus of new law and new automation

Sept. 18 was an important day for the Air Force, however, that day also held another important reminder to all military members, the 45 day count down to the Nov. 2 general elections. The Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act, signed into law Oct. 2009, affirms that states must send ballots to

Flu vaccines available on Peterson

The end of summer signals the start of snowy weather, winter holidays and, unfortunately, flu season.The 21st Medical Group launched into flu season in September with a start on vaccinations for active duty members. The initial shipment of flu vaccines is saved for medical professionals, first

Airmen learn about security on Cyber Day

Peterson Airmen attended "Cyber Awareness Day" Sept. 10, to learn about the important issues of cyber security and the problems each Air Force network user encounters.It is critical to keep classified information separate from unclassified information across the network, said Airman 1st Class Amanda

Peterson library gets light dusting; and a whole new look

It seems like another routine upgrade: replace old shelves in the library with new ones. But it's much more than that.The library is getting a new, fresh look inside and will expand its collection with more books and DVDs."The old shelves were showing their age, and it was time to replace them,"

New fitness test ‘no joke’

Two months into the new Air Force fitness program and Peterson Airmen have about an 80 percent passing rate on their new fitness tests. Of those, 37 percent earned an "Excellent" score, exceeding Peterson fitness experts' expectations."A lot of people have drive and ambition to score 'excellent'

Wing leaders maintain Community Action Information Boards

Although the Year of the Air Force Family came to a close in July, wing leaders continue to provide avenues to care for Airmen and their families through a variety of methods including the Community Action Information Board. The CAIB is a senior leadership body that provides an important opportunity

Denver Broncos pay tribute to local military

World War II POW shares story with Peterson Airmen

In his 14th flying mission over France during World War II, Lt. Col. William Sheaves' B-17 crew encountered five German fighter planes. The Germans made the mistake of trying to attack the B-17 from the rear. "We shot down four of them," Colonel Sheaves said.The fifth plane, likely an instructor out

Constitution commemoration falls in line with Air Force birthday

 "I ... solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic," are words from the enlistment oath that every Airman has sworn to one or more times.As the Air Force marks its 63rd year Sept. 18, the Department of Defense