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Dec. 20, 2024
Training for the future fight: 42 MDG Airman guides new SFWTIC course to success

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. -- U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Robert Tatum, 42nd Medical Group pharmacy flight chief, attended the beta test for the Security Forces Center’s Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course at Fort Bliss, Texas, Nov. 8-16. The SFWTIC has undergone multiple revisions and moved to
Dec. 20, 2024
Beyond the badge: First civilian defender graduates ALS

Whitney Motley, 42nd Security Forces Squadron police officer, recently became the first security forces civilian to graduate from Airman Leadership School on Dec. 5, 2024.
Dec. 20, 2024
Diamond Sharp Award: The actions behind caring for others

There are few who rise above their peers but even fewer who give their own personal time to support their wingmen. Senior Airman Julian Elson, Air War College executive services admin, just so happens to do both. 
Dec. 20, 2024
Air Staff Development Course Team Assists Newly Formed Air Task Forces

In an effort to modernize and enhance operational effectiveness, the U.S. Air Force has shifted its structural strategy, leading to the establishment of Air Task Forces.
Dec. 19, 2024
Maxwell AFB nurse makes history with first-ever civilian hospital rotation

A registered nurse from the 42nd Medical Group has become the first nurse from Maxwell to complete the Comprehensive Medical Readiness Program (CMRP) rotation at the Level 2 Trauma Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, Alabama. “She did an amazing job with the clinical rotations and completed
Dec. 11, 2024
Empowering others: A personal journey to leadership and Equal Opportunity

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. -- For Staff Sgt. Valesia Williams, the Air Force is more than a career, it is a calling to make a difference in the lives of others. As the non-commissioned officer in charge at the 42nd Air Base Wing Equal Opportunity Office, Williams is on the front lines of ensuring
Dec. 11, 2024
Maxwell AFB activates 24th Helicopter Squadron

Maxwell Air Force Base marked a historic moment Dec. 6, with the activation of the 24th Helicopter Squadron.
Dec. 10, 2024
Your ride arriving now: Maxwell AFB strikes agreement with Uber

Base officials announced today that they have reached an agreement with the ride-share service, Uber, to operate on base at Maxwell Air Force Base and at Gunter Annex.
Dec. 9, 2024
Rising to the challenge

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. -- U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class James Long, 26th Network Operations Squadron vulnerability management technician, was awarded the 26th Cyberspace Operations Group Commander’s Coin. A commander's coin is a significant honor and symbolizes the recognition of
Dec. 6, 2024
To Honor with dignity

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala.---Honoring with dignity every fallen comrade who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, the 42nd Force Support Squadron honor guard is the living representation of Air Force core values and that Airman’s Creed line of “Never leave an Airman behind.” Maxwell-Gunter honor

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