Community support: 21st Space Wing Airmen participate in annual Veterans Day Parade

Peterson revamps Key Spouse Program; Across Air Force, families are top priority

This month the 21st Space Wing launches its new and revitalized Key Spouse Program with a series of training courses for commanders, first sergeants and commander-appointed key spouses.The wing's Key Spouse Program has a new focus, said Jan Kienast, 21st Space Wing family programs coordinator.

Kick habit during Great American Smokeout

Quitting smoking won't be easy. The nicotine, which is deep in a smoker's lungs and bloodstream, is highly addictive. When a smoker quits nicotine, he or she goes into withdrawal - becoming dizzy, depressed, anxious and irritable. Those symptoms could last three days; they could last three weeks.

Aged Peterson dormitory demolished

Demolition of an Airman dormitory is underway on Peterson Air Force Base and is expected to be completed by mid-November. The dorm, Building 1156, has been vacant for several years. The 37,170-square-foot building was identified for demolition because of its age and because it does not meet current

Airmen sought for unique, joint program

The Air Force is seeking Airmen for a three- to five-year period for a Defense Department program aimed at creating greater continuity, focus and persistent engagement across the battlefield in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Afghanistan Pakistan Hands Program was established by Adm. Mike Mullen,

Officials release new selective re-enlistment bonus list

Pentagon officials recently released the latest selective re-enlistment bonus list which contains 91 Air Force specialties. The revised listing places a greater emphasis on retaining Airmen with 17 months to six years of service, said Tech. Sgt. Christopher Dowlearn, NCO in charge of Air Force

Congratulations to Peterson's new chief master sergeant-selects!

Air Force officials selected 475 of 2,276 eligible senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant for a selection rate of 20.87 percent. The following Peterson senior master sergeants have been selected for promotion to chief master sergeant: - Shane Finders, Air Force Space Command

Deployment opportunities available for civilians

Whether it's helping Iraqis with reconstruction projects or assisting Afghans with their motor pools, the Air Force relies on its civilian work force to help meet its global mission requirements. And the Air Force is not alone. In 2007, more than 1,100 Department of Defense civilians volunteered to

Nurse commissioning program seeks enlisted applicants

Officials at the Air Force Personnel Center here will conduct the annual Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program board May 11-13 to select candidates for fall 2010 start dates. The program offers active-duty enlisted personnel the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree in a high-need academic major.

First Knight

Marjorie Livingston Bennet was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen and civilians every week for the work they do every day.  Name:  Marjorie Livingston Bennett Duty title:  Commercial Sponsorship Coordinator Unit:  21st Force Support