2011 year in review

JanuaryRegistration starts for advanced ID systemRegistration for the Defense Biometric Identification System began at Maxwell and Gunter, and everyone needing access to base was required to register by July."(With DBIDS) guards will scan the ID of the accessing individual to check for authorized

OPSEC, AF core values vital in social media

With the emergence of social media, information sharing has changed in unprecedented ways. It continues to be dynamic and evolving. Now a cultural norm around the globe, social media is part of the daily activities of Airmen and their families, who use social media sites to stay connected.While

Maxwell to centralize injury compensation

Maxwell-Gunter is now being included in the next step of Injury Compensation centralization, effective Jan. 16. The injury compensation office at the Air Force Personnel Center, with a staff of human resources specialists with extensive experience in injury compensation, will assume program

Maxwell tax center needs volunteers

Volunteers are needed for the Maxwell legal office tax center immediately.Tax season is fast approaching, and the Maxwell legal office needs volunteers willing to assist military members, eligible family members, eligible reservists and retirees in the preparation of income tax returns. Training

'My Military Family' - AFRC Announces Winners of Youth Art Contest

The winners for the 2011 'My Military Family' art contest held by the Airman and Family Readiness Center include the following Maxwell Elementary Middle School students:Pre-Kindergarten and first Grade:First Place - Owen Clark, first gradeSecond Place - Kendra Schlacter, first gradeThird Place -

Airmen first responders at local auto accidents

Two Airmen from Maxwell - Chief Master Sgt. Garth Meade, the command chief master sergeant for 42nd Air Base Wing, and 1st Lt. Frederick Olsen, an Officer Training School flight commander - responded to two auto crashes in Montgomery recently, helping those in need.Crash witness steps inMeade and

CFC campaign celebrates success

The Heart of Alabama Combined Federal Campaign contributors, leadership and organizers, as well as representatives from seven participating charities were encouraged to toot their own horns Dec. 9. Noise makers reminiscent of New Year's Eve were placed at each place setting in the Maxwell Club

Same place, different name: Maxwell Club welcomes all ranks

Now known as the Maxwell Club, the former officers' club strives to maintain the same quality service, cuisine and social events as it has for more than 75 years.Col. Brian Killough, 42nd Air Base Wing commander, said, "During the past several years, our Maxwell Club system has transformed from an

Seasons Greetings at Maxwell Air Force Base

Maxwell Community Library moves

Maxwell Community Library is closed until Nov. 25 to facilitate the move into its new location. The library will reopen at 10 a.m. Nov. 28 in Building 910 on Shumacher Ave."It's a good move for patrons," said Marsha Taylor, library director. The new location is larger, allowing the library to expand