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March 24, 2009
Chief Airey memorial service celebrates life of AF hero

During his life, he was a dedicated member of the profession of arms and fervent military supporter who became one of the most iconic figures of Air Force enlisted heritage and culture -- he was Paul Wesley Airey, the first Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force. His death was announced March 11 to a
March 23, 2009
AAFES leaders visit Peterson base exchange

Army and Air Force Exchange Service senior leadership visited the Peterson Air Force Base Exchange March 17. Brig. Gen. Francis Hendricks, AAFES Corperation deputy commanding general, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeffry Helm, AAFES senior enlisted advisor, met with wing and garrison leadership and AAFES
March 23, 2009
First Knight

Tech. Sgt. Michael Bishop was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen each week for the work they do every day. The First Knight is awarded by each unit's leadership to an Airman who is deserving of recognition for their outstanding mission
March 19, 2009
Records viewing system improves access to unit records

Air Force Personnel Center officials will release the new Personnel Records Display Application, known as PRDA in early April. PRDA is an electronic viewer for the Automated Records Management System or ARMS, facilitating search, retrieval and management of personnel records in ARMS through a
March 19, 2009
New office location makes home shopping convenient

Come in, relax and prop-up the feet - this is home! Peterson Air Force Base Capital Asset Management Office, formerly known as the housing office, is in the final stage to co-locate with Terra Vista Communities, Airman's attic, and the loan locker at 300 Vincent Street on March 23. "You will be able
March 18, 2009
Housing program assists servicemembers, federal civilians

The Department of Defense Homeowners Assistance Program entitles members to government assistance if they lost money or cannot sell their homes due to the Base Realignment and Closure process, which began in the 1980s and shut-down approximately 20 installations in 2005, according to
March 17, 2009
First Knight

Tech. Sgt. Timothy P. Ebbens was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen each week for the work they do every day. The First Knight is awarded by each unit's leadership to an Airman who is deserving of recognition for their outstanding
March 16, 2009
Commander encourages wing to aim for professional “higher ground” during inspections

"What we do in life echos in eternity" - the "Gladiator" movie video phrase shouted before knights enter into combat, emanated within the walls of the base auditorium during the morning Commanders Call March 10. The 21st Space Wing briefing came days before the start of the month-long Operational
March 16, 2009
Servicemember jumps on opportunity to hit the slopes

Get out! From weekend warriors to daily adventurism, outdoor recreation shapes a fit quality of life while fostering bonds between servicemembers and their families. Getting outside is the goal of retired Army Sgt. Fred Fisher, who, armed with a season pass to ski mountain resorts, traveled to
March 13, 2009
Command leadership fortify 6th SWS

With Operational Readiness Inspection season opening soon for the 21st Space Wing, Col. Jay Raymond, 21st Space Wing commander and Chief Master Sgt. Tim Omdal, 21st SW command chief, discussed sustainable ways to take care of business with the 6th Space Warning Squadron March 3. The engaged talks