Sea Bird cargo ship arrives, 30-day port season begins

After navigating through fields of icebergs, the Sea Bird emerged from fog at Thule Air Base, Greenland, home of the world's northernmost deepwater port more than 700 miles inside the Arctic Circle. The ship's June 30 arrival formally opened the 30-day Arctic port season. Within two hours,

Acting SECAF Donley shares his perspective with Airmen

The U.S. Air Force Core Values of Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in All We Do will remain in place, said Acting Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley during his first visit to an Air Force base since being named to the position. In a candid town-hall style meeting with

6th SWS Changes Command

NORAD/NORTHCOM repeats as soccer champions

NORAD/NORTHCOM overcame an early playoff loss to capture the 2008 Peterson intramural soccer championship by posting a 2-1 victory over Team Colorado June 24 at the Peterson softball complex. The victory ensured NORAD/NORTHCOM would repeat as soccer champions and once again claim supremacy as the

Tierra Vista Communities addresses impact of construction on traffic flow

During the past few weeks, residents traveling on Stewart Avenue may have noticed a bit more traffic than in the past. As construction continues on Peterson's first brand-new Tierra Vista Community , Tierra Vista Communities urges everyone to use caution in these areas as traffic congestion

ESOHCAMP checks safety, health compliance on base

A team of assessors from across the base spent June 16-23 evaluating Peterson's compliance in dozens of environmental, safety and occupational health programs. The team made several findings that Peterson Airmen can help to mitigate. The internal Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health

21st Mission Support Group change of command

7th SWS Changes Command

12th SWS Change of Command

Fireworks safety, laws important to remember on Independence Day

Fireworks are traditionally a major part of our Independence Day celebrations. The following information is intended to help clarify which fireworks are legal and which are not. It is illegal to use, sell or possess any fireworks not classified below as "permissible." Most common fireworks are legal