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  • IT conference emphasizes partnership

    The Air Force Information and Technology Conference, held this week at the Renaissance Hotel and Spa in Montgomery, brought together thousands of industry, defense and government attendees to exchange information on IT acquisition reform and cloud computing.The conference is where the rubber meets

  • Air University teams paddle for charity

    The race was a photo-finish Saturday at the Dragon Boat Festival in Montgomery, as Air Command and Staff College's Dominators rowed into second place, a fraction of a second behind the University of Alabama's Row Tide in the championship round."It was a very close race," said Maj. Birma Gonzalez,

  • Gifted teacher earns DOD kudos

    Bringing real-world experiences into the classroom earned a Maxwell Elementary/Middle School teacher praise from her students and the title teacher of the year."It's a great honor," said Rebecca Hill, the gifted-education teacher. "I'm so passionate about what I do, and I think I have the best job

  • AFSA serves as outlet for Airmen

    Through social events, service programs and education, the Air Force Sergeants Association, or AFSA, gives a voice to today's Airmen."I hope members will value their military benefits and cherish all those who came before us," said Senior Master Sgt. Roger Turnipseed, membership trustee and lifetime

  • Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts honors military with open house

    The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts dedicates a special night to the military community every year. The free open house, held Aug. 18, honored active duty, Reserve, Guard, retirees and their families in the River Region."This evening is our special way of demonstrating our appreciation for the

  • MSFRIC construction continues

    Construction began last month on the $11.6 million renovation and addition to the Muir S. Fairchild Research Information Center, or MSFRIC, located at the center of the Academic Circle at Maxwell. While construction is going on outside the building, the staff encourages visitors to use the outer

  • Airman's Attic, thrift shop offer secondhand items

    In times of need, Airmen and their families can turn to each other for support. The Airmen's Attic and Maxwell Thrift Shop accept donations and return them to the community at little or no cost.The Airman's Attic gives free uniforms, adult and children's clothing, furniture and household items to

  • School applauds addition of middle school

    The base school is not the same old elementary school anymore. With the acceptance of middle-school students, Maxwell Elementary School is now Maxwell Elementary Middle School. The formal announcement recognizing the inclusion of grades kindergarten through eight came during an assembly on the first

  • Spouses' club opens door to new members

    Spouses' clubs aim to improve communities and build friendships among members."There is nothing like being a military spouse," said Lisa McCaffrey, president of the Maxwell-Gunter Officers' Spouses' Club, or MGOSC. "We all need friends that are in the same situation that we are in to be able to

  • Wheel safe: Course revs up motorcycle skills

    Base personnel participated in the Maxwell Safety Office's basic riders' course last week. The two-day course, a requirement for Airmen and civilian personnel who wish to operate motorcycles on base, teaches riders basic skills, including low-speed maneuverability and safety.Even though the course