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  • ‘Why do I continue to serve?’

    When you think of the words "Airman" and "warrior," do they resonate with you? On Feb. 27, Squadron Officer School will showcase two wounded warriors that embody the terms "Airman" and "warrior," in an effort to persuade company-grade officers that these terms are not just buzzwords. SOS presents

  • Safety … How are we really doing?

    Let's talk safety, I mean really talk bottom line safety. As a whole, I think we talk a good talk, but are we truly effective? Do we really know whether we're having an impact or not? We know each one of us plays a role in ensuring our own safety and that of those around us, whether co-workers,

  • Kids, spouses, teachers learn about deployments

    It is Friday afternoon and you're heading home with reservations to your favorite restaurant. Pulling into your driveway, your phone rings. After a 60-second conversation consisting of a reply of: "Okay," you hang up. During that minute, not only your plans for the evening, but for the next eight

  • Air Force relies on medical groups to combat illnesses

    Over the course of history, disease has affected the world's militaries. From malaria and yellow fever, to influenza, the battle with disease continues.Each year, Air University schools host more than 50,000 students at its in-residence courses, and with flu season taking its toll, an illness

  • POW endures 'boredom, punctuated by terror' during captivity

    It was a mission that lasted more than seven years. It was also a trap.Sent to rescue the downed pilot of an F-105D Thunderchief during the Vietnam War, retired Capt. William "Bill" Robinson, an airman first class at the time, and his three teammates navigated inside enemy lines where an ambush lay

  • Base weapons policy

    Personnel who authorize guest activities and services for commercial vendors, deliveries and contractors, must advise all drivers and passengers in advance on the proper guidance for firearms and ammunition transportation on a federal installation. Drivers and passengers are not permitted to carry

  • Installation remembers Dr. King

    In honor and celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, the base held a memorial observance Jan. 23 at the Senior NCO Academy.The event paid homage to King through poem, song and video.The keynote speaker for the event was the Rev. Fer-Rel Malone Sr., a graduate of Troy University and

  • Maxwell and AETC recognize Alabama Goodwill Ambassadors

    One of the 12 United States Air Force core functions is building partnerships, which was celebrated Tuesday when Maxwell Air Force Base highlighted the importance of international partnerships during its 35th annual Alabama Goodwill Ambassador Appreciation Night, held at the Maxwell Club. Hosted by

  • The Guard and Reserve Network hosts 'elevator pitch' workshop

    Business leaders from the local community joined Air University staff, faculty and students Jan. 23 to evaluate a series of 60-second "elevator pitches."The Guard and Reserve Network, or GARNET, sponsored this first-ever AU Pitch-Fest, held at the Air War College. Military members and veterans