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Aug. 12, 2026
Space Force Guardians Conference focuses on service trajectory, professional growth

The two-day conference provided a forum for Guardians to hear directly from senior leaders about the current state and future trajectory of the Space Force and ask questions directly to the individuals making the decisions that are shaping the seven-year-old service as it looks to double in size.
Aug. 7, 2026
Schiess confirmed as new Chief of Space Operations

The Senate confirmed Lt. Gen. Douglas Schiess to succeed Gen. Chance Saltzman as the new CSO.
July 24, 2026
21 MDG Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Col. Marcie Lewis, incoming 21st Medical Group commander, accepts the guidon from U.S. Space Force Col. Kenneth Klock, Space Base Delta 1 commander, during the 21st MDG change of command ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, July 17, 2026. The passing of the guidon
July 20, 2026
Dr. Andrew Aldrin Meets with Guardians and Airmen to Talk Space at Peterson

Dr. Andrew Aldrin speaks to Guardians, Airmen, civilians and family members during a presentation during a presentation on the evolution of commercial space and its impact on the future space ecosystem at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, July 17, 2026. The professional development event, hosted
July 17, 2026
First Guardians in part-time work roles join the Space Force

The Space Force integrated 18 space-experienced Air Force Reservists into part-time Guardian roles, marking the first time Guardians will serve on non-sustained duty as part of a new single-component service structure.
July 16, 2026
Forge the Force Fest 2026

Peterson Space Force Base held its second annual Forge the Force Fest July 16. The event was co-hosted by Space Base Delta 1 and SBD 41, bringing together military programs and community organizations from across the Pikes Peak region. By providing educational workshops and resources in an engaging,
June 11, 2026
Peterson SFB hosts FVAP training for unit voting assistance officers

A guidebook sits on a decorated table during the Federal Voting Assistance Program workshop at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, June 3, 2026. The workshop equips Unit Voting Assistance Officers with the necessary tools and knowledge to help service members and their families successfully
June 5, 2026
Peterson SFB awarded 2026 Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence

Peterson Space Force Base has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Commander in Chief’s Annual Award for Installation Excellence.
May 20, 2026
SBD 1 hosts State of the Base with local civic leaders

The annual Commander’s State of the Base address is held to provide information to local leaders, offering a forum to share mission developments, installation priorities, and upcoming initiatives.
May 8, 2026
Space Force releases officer career development path

The framework ensures officers develop a multidisciplinary foundation across space operations, intelligence, cyber and force modernization before advancing into more specialized tracks.