Top AFSPC enlisted leader makes first visit to Patrick, Cape
CAPE CANAVERAL AIR FORCE STATION, Fla. -- Air Force Space Command Chief Master Sgt. Todd Small paid his first visit to Patrick Air Force Base and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station September 11 and 12.
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Patriot Day: We remember
Those whom we lost on September 11, 2001, will forever hold a cherished place in our hearts and in the history of our Nation. Helping to honor them Thursday morning are (left to right) Airman Jennifer O’Hara, (Security Forces), Airman Bradley Kramer, (Fire Department), Tech. Sgt. Clifton Matthews, (45th Medical Group) and Master Sgt. John Lawson (Explosive Ordnance Disposal). “Every single day, we have Airmen around the world who find themselves in harm’s way. They are there in direct relation – and response to – the events of September 11, 2001,” said Brig. Gen. Susan Helms, 45th Space Wing commander. “Let’s never, ever lose sight of that fact. It’s not just another day.” (U
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Man's best friend
Senior Airman Lawrence Hill gets an appreciative kiss from his dog in the Orlando airport. Airman Hill was one of 10 Airmen from the 45th Security Forces Squadron who returned September 5 from a four-month long deployment to Afghanistan. “Squadron leadership is proud of Lawrence, his team, and the support they were able to provide to their leadership inside the wire and to the community outside the wire at their deployed location. They should be proud of their accomplishments, and we are glad to have them back home safe!” said Master Sgt. Anthony Hanshaw, first sergeant for the squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Karl Wiest)
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AFSPC Command Chief: ‘Leadership is a contact sport’
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Click for full story.
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Senior leaders meet to discuss, decide way ahead
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Click for full story.
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Be smart, do your part, vote!
Staff Sgt. Christopher Clark gets information on registering to vote from Senior Master Sgt. Jeffrey Hebner at the Riverside Dining Facility September 2 during Armed Forces Voting Week. Tables were set up today in the Dining Facility and other public areas, such as the Base Exchange, where troops could find out about how to receive absentee ballots from unit Voting Assistance Officers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David Dobrydney)
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Tropical storm now 'Fay'-ding away
Residents of Central Housing awoke to an almost "moat-like" neighborhood following Tropical Storm Fay's visit Aug. 20. "I was comforted because everyone seemed to do everything perfectly, even when we had to deal with a storm that was acting like a houseguest who doesn't know when it's time to go home," said Brig. Gen. Susan Helms, 45th Space Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Bill Lutter)
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Patrick Legal Office named best in 14th Air Force
PATRICK AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- The 45th Space Wing's Legal Office has been named the top legal office of the year by 14th Air Force.
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Bonjour, Cape Canaveral: French firefighters train for shuttle emergencies
CAPE CANAVERAL AIR FORCE STATION, Fla. -- Twelve French firefighters from Istres Air Base, France, recently came to Cape Canaveral Air Force Station for specialized training on space shuttle egress and emergency procedures.
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Acting secretary addresses VFW
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Click for full story.
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Back to school
With school starting Monday for most Brevard County students, Matyce Tapper, 4-years old and starting pre-school, shows off the new backpack she picked up at the Patrick BX last week. AAFES officials want to remind shoppers that they have many discounted items at the store, to include lunch boxes, backpacks, shoes and more. “AAFES’ buying staff has done its homework over the past year and we’re ready to pass the savings lessons on to authorized shoppers,” said the exchange’s Teo Smith, General Manager. “Even though we’ve crammed to deliver the best ‘back to school’ shopping experience possible, we’re always prepared to match the lowest local price to ensure military Families are getting the best value for their ‘back to school’ dollars.” (U
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Local flight (still) Number 1; tops in recruiting for 25 straight weeks
USAF RECRUITING OFFICE, MELBOURNE, Fla. -- It's hard making it to the top. And it's even harder staying there, according to Master Sgt. Michael Kovach.
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