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Unit stands up at Vandenberg

The Joint Functional Component Command for Space was activated with a unit stand-up ceremony here Tuesday. The command of JFCC SPACE was presented to Maj. Gen. William Shelton, 14th Air Force commander by Marine Gen. James Cartwright, Commander of U.S. Strategic Command. "Our prime mission directive

Unit created to help protect network operations

A lieutenant colonel assigned to Air Force Space Command headquarters here will take command of a newly stood up squadron during a ceremony at 10 a.m. Sept. 15 in the Peterson Air and space museum. Lt. Col. Lee Bodenhausen, currently the AFSPC Communications Support Squadron deputy commander, will

Town hall reviews presence of sex offender in base housing

A discussion on allowing a convicted sex offender to live in Peterson Air Force Base housing drew approximately 50 people to a town hall meeting held by the Colorado Springs Police Department in the base auditorium Thursday night. Staff Sgt. David Strate, assigned to the Space and Missile Center,

Condor Crest tests Wing's response to pressure situations

An opportunity for the 21st Space Wing to ensure its Airmen in the field have the skills to survive, fight and win in any environment was tested with the Condor Crest 06-06 kick-off Aug. 24. Evaluation and training for Peterson Air Force Base personnel and local emergency agencies was the focus of

Keep safety on top of your list this weekend

As Labor Day approaches, I am sure everyone is looking forward to spending time with family and friends. The upcoming break will certainly give us a chance to relax and prepare for the busy weeks ahead. While I'm sure everyone has different plans for the long weekend, I want us all to have the same

Readiness inspection includes more than ORI

As the Air Force's only space wing, the time is fast approaching when we will show Air Force leadership how we save the nation, each and every day. Last week, I emphasized the importance of knowing our job better than anyone else. I also stressed the importance of teamwork and a positive attitude as

Guardian Challenge comes to Peterson

On behalf of the men and women of the Air Force's only space superiority wing, welcome to Guardian Challenge! For the first time in GC history, Peterson Air Force Base is hosting the greatest competition in Air Force Space Command. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all those who've made this

Airman show heart through their actions

I'm continuously bragging about your efforts. Recently, I invited several state leaders, as well as members of the distinguished Colorado 30 Group, to enjoy lunch and hear about the greatest wing in the Air Force. In addition to addressing the future of the 21st Space Wing, I stated clearly my

Knights demonstrate strength, preparedness

We've again demonstrated our strength and preparedness in grand fashion. For the second time in a row, we've won the Aldridge trophy and can proudly display it for two more years. As I see the trophy, however, I'm reminded not only of a great victory, but also of the combined effort from Air Force