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  • VA announces online claims applications

    The Department of Veterans Affairs now accepts online applications from veterans, survivors and other claimants for various benefits without the additional requirement of submitting a signed paper copy of the application. People can now file initial applications for disability compensation, pension,

  • Summer safety: pre-planning makes the difference

    A few precautions can mean the difference between a dream vacation and a disaster. "Do not leave your common sense at home" and "You are more vulnerable when in unfamiliar surroundings." While there is no way to guarantee insulation from crime, there are ways to minimize the risk. Experts advise

  • 21st MSS, SVS combine to form 21st FSS

    The 21st Space Wing's mission support and services squadrons will officially merge July 15, melding all of Peterson's customer service functions into one unit. As part of an Air Force-wide initiative, the two squadrons will become the 21st Force Support Squadron. The new unit will have the same

  • First Knight

    Staff Sgt. Jason Sheppard was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen each week for the work they do each day Name: Staff Sgt. Jason SheppardUnit: 21st Logistics Readiness Squadron Duty Title: Air Transportation SpecialistHometown: Pueblo,

  • Peterson firefighters help Colorado Springs put out nearby brush fire

    Peterson and local firefighters successfully fought off a brush fire near the joint Peterson/Colorado Springs Airport runway July 11. The Peterson and Fountain fire departments assisted the Colorado Springs Fire Department in responding to a grass fire around 1:30 p.m. and worked well into the