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  • BE WELL program helps elevate personal fitness

    A class at the Health and Wellness Center is designed to help those needing a fitness boost.The Air Force BE WELL -- Balanced Eating, Work Out Effectively, Living Longer -- program takes a multidisciplinary approach to education, said Tech. Sgt. Henry Myers, a diet technician with the HAWC.During

  • Auto hobby shop serves as home away from home for shade-tree mechanics

    Auto hobbyists with base access have a great place to ply their craft, get helpful advice and more: the base auto hobby shops.The auto hobby shops are located at Maxwell and Gunter Annex for all with base access, including active military, spouses, retirees, Department of Defense civilians and

  • Deployed husband’s ‘void’ inspiration for poem

    A stocking is missing over the fireplace at the Fees' house this Christmas."There's a void," Arvilla Fee said of her husband, who is deployed to Baghdad.Though he won't have a traditional Christmas, she's making sure Maj. James Fee, the director of operations at the Air and Space Basic Course, can

  • Helpers learn strategies to prevent suicide

    Being alert to the possibility of suicide and asking direct questions can save lives."Learn to break down walls and hurdle roadblocks to bring about discussions," said Chaplain (Capt.) David Del Prado, who hosted a SafeTALK seminar Dec. 7. This three-hour program uses scenarios, discussion and role

  • Young artists saluted in ‘My Military Family’ contest

    The Airman and Family Readiness Center conducted the 'My Military Family' art contest to mark Month of the Military Family in November. The contest winners and their proud parents gathered Dec. 10 at the center to receive prizes and praises for a job well done.Entries were divided into three

  • Gathering of Eagles lithographs available for presale

    The Gathering of Eagles Foundation is conducting presales of its 2011 lithograph until Jan. 3. This year celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Gathering of Eagles with the theme of "Honoring Freedom's Heroes." Each lithograph includes a hand-drawn color portrait of the Eagles alongside their

  • Think fire safety during holiday season

    It's getting to be that time of year again, when halls will soon be decked, trees will be trimmed and hams will be baked. It's also the time of year for fire hazards.According to the U.S. Fire Administration, fires occurring during the holiday season each year kill more than 400 Americans, injure

  • Still serving: Retiree Activities Office a guiding light for retirees

    A small group of devoted volunteers are poised to offer retirees of all branches of the armed forces and their families guidance on a number of issues, including benefits and procedures.With a motto of "Still Serving," the Retiree Activities Office provides liaison services between the active duty

  • Tips for safe holiday travels

    Maxwell Air Force Base, Gunter Annex and Air Education and Training Command have had a banner year for safety. Officials want base personnel to keep up the good work by staying safe behind the wheel."Keep up the work, commanders and supervisors," said Mark Garner, the 42nd Air Base Wing's ground

  • Share the Joy bringing holiday spirit to junior ranks

    Base personnel are steadily working to make sure this holiday season is a cheerful time for junior ranks and their dependents.Share the Joy provides food baskets during Thanksgiving and Christmas. These baskets are filled with everything needed for a holiday meal, from turkey and dressing to dessert