Peterson children start school year with a little extra help

Children lined up Aug. 3 at the R.P. Lee Youth Center to get their back-to-school swag, school information and news about a new online tutoring program that could help them in the coming school year.The "Back to School Bash" was hosted by the 21st Force Support Squadron and provided school-age

A donation to save a life; one Airman’s extraordinary gift

When most Airmen come into the Air Force, they know their service could include being called upon to do something that could save a life. However, one such Airman answered the call in a way very few could. Staff Sgt. Charles Newberry, a personnel specialist assigned to the 311th Air Base Group's

Motorcycle safety: take no chances

To all of our fellow bikers: we lost a wingman last week. By all accounts, the motorcyclist was doing everything right and riding in a safe manner. Unfortunately, the rider lost control of the motorcycle and suffered a fatal injury when he hit a patch of loose gravel as he entered a downhill turn.

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Energy audits identify areas for savings

On the rooftop of the 21st Space Wing Mission Support building, a team of environmental engineers poked around, took notes, snapped photos, opened control panels, and looked inside the giant air handlers.The team conducted energy audits on several Peterson Air Force Base buildings in July, which

Air Force primed to adopt official motto

Seeking an enduring and distinctive way to reflect the Air Force's cultural identity and adapt to changing missions, senior leaders have solicited feedback from Airmen to help develop potential mottos, officials said Aug. 2."The intent is to create a phrase that captures the spirit of the Air Force,

Sesame Street sets up shop; offers support and fun for military families

What can an Air Force parent learn from a three and a half year old furry red monster with large white eyes and an orange nose? Well, you might just be surprised. Elmo and his friends paid a special visit to Peterson AFB July 31, to talk about an issue affecting a large portion of military families,

Mosquitoes and you

Summer weather is here and many of us will participate in outdoor activities. What you might not realize is that body heat and the carbon dioxide, which we exhale, attracts insects such as mosquitoes.Mosquito surveillance - the capture and testing of mosquitoes for disease -- is conducted between

Eagle Park Fit Trail not suitable for official fitness assessment

With the implementation of the new Air Force fitness culture, Airmen across the base are looking for new methods of keeping in shape on a daily basis.At a recent 21st Space Wing commander's call, the question was raised about when, or if, the Eagle Park Fit Trail would be included as a route for use

Airmen possessing Spice, Salvia will face punitive action

Some say smoking Spice and Salvia is all the rage. What they should also say is that it can get you kicked out of the Air Force.In June, the Air Force made it illegal to use or possess Spice or Salvia. Both plants resemble marijuana -- dry, green, and leafy. Salvia is sold in loose leaf or extract