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December 31, 2010

- Air Force Week in Photos

December 30, 2010

- Commentary - Resiliency is key to surviving challenges

- Landscape architect saves water and maintenance

- Language training detachment stands up in Europe

- C-17 marks 2 millionth flight hour during airdrop

- Feature - Blessed chaplain assistant finds peace in helping others

- Feature - AFSOC leads charge against "nature-deficit disorder"

- Heart Link links hearts and minds of military spouses

- Airmen from across the world participate in Silver Flag

- Virtual inprocessing simplifies civilian PCS

December 29, 2010

- Photo essay: Falcons ground Yellow Jackets

- Air Force rescuers pull female hiker to safety

- Families invited to dial into helping webinars

- Feature - First cadre of deployment transition facilitators headed home

- Combat camera Airmen learn battlefield forensics

- Commentary - The parade goes on...

- VA program helps families help their veterans

- Iraqi air force officials open 3 new facilities

- Operations security goes digital

- Officials seek bilingual officers for training school

- CMSAF visits Yokota Airmen

- Crash recovery team demonstrates innovation through unique lift operation

December 28, 2010

- Feature - Joint task force Airmen save lives in Iraq

- Commentary - The power of physical training

- 386th AEW first with all-AF customs team

- Airmen work side-by-side with Iraqi AAC members

- Deadline approaching for civilian awards nominations

- ROBOTx adds helping 'hands' to pharmacy

- Academy grad killed in plane crash

- Spreading the love of language

December 27, 2010

- Falcons capitalize on turnovers, swat Yellow Jackets, 14-7

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- Feature - Ellsworth weather wizards are on the job 24/7

- TRICARE officials warn about the dangers of holiday drinking

- DOD officials urge service members to stop using tobacco

- NATO program enhances multinational tactical operations

- 2011 Air Force Marathon registration opens Jan. 1

- Nellis hosts joint explosive detection training exercise for local canine units

- Air Force Safety Center recognized for young drivers program

- Runway repair team keeps airlift moving

- New fuel system enhances Bagram's refueling capabilities

December 26, 2010

- Troops turn out early for Jingle Bell Run

December 25, 2010

- C-17 serves as a bridge, navigates unpredictable weather in Antarctica

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December 24, 2010

- Air Force secretary visits Minot to thank Airmen

- Air Force leaders issue holiday message

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- Feature - Records detail MiG kill by 'Diamond Lil' tail gunner

- Air Force Week in Photos Holiday Edition

December 23, 2010

- Falcons coach fires up home crowd for Independence Bowl

- Airmen ready to track Santa

- Congress extends Stop Loss application deadline

- Air Force secretary lauds F.E. Warren Airmen during holiday visit

- Senate approves U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty

- Barksdale sergeant streamlines maintenance process

- Afghan air force members distribute supplies to nearby town

- Feature - Military families receive comfort from Andrews Fischer House

- Commentary - Opportunity during the holidays

- Veterans: Be aware of VA services during the holiday season

- Photo essay: Load crews compete at Misawa

December 22, 2010

- Laughlin AFB recycling center generates revenue for base

- Fitness regulation changes based on Airmen's feedback

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- Feature - C-130 Hercules: Air Force's 'old reliable' airlifter still on the front lines

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- President signs 'Don't Ask Don't Tell' repeal act into Law

- AF Nuclear Weapons Center improves tracking, monitoring of nuclear weapons

- Photo essay: Multinational wing delivers cargo

- Nellis AFB officials host joint training exercise for local canine units

- Air Force leaders stress safety during the holidays

- VA officials start mentoring for veteran-owned small businesses

- Feature - 96th ARS aircrews take off with Total Force Integration

December 21, 2010

- Nominations open for DOD civilian service awards

- U.S. Southern Command opens new headquarters

- Defense.gov names top stories of 2010

- General Alison saluted on 98th birthday

- Photo essay: Strike Eagles fly training mission

- Minot Airman dies after incident

- Commentary - Holidays and the blues: Overcoming past and present holiday stresses

- Feature - From water buffaloes to Humvees

- Americans, Japanese pound mochi, strengthen bonds

- Hawaii National Guard all-hazards response team earns validation

- USAFE vice commander discusses Air Force operations

- Academy band shares love of music, profession at Midwest Clinic

- Feature - When Jack Frost comes knocking, CE knocks back

- Voluntary separation, retirement programs extended

- Remembering Linebacker II: It's about the heroes, not the missions

- VA officials urge veterans to sign up for direct deposits

December 20, 2010

- Reese Technology Center: Research powerhouse in Lubbock

- DARPA goal for cybersecurity: change the game

- Classic associate unit activated at Kirtland AFB

- Schriever athletes take the Murph test

- Airmen win honors at worldwide talent search

- VA officials process first claims for new Agent Orange presumptives

- Mobility rodeo prepares Airmen for exercises, deployments

- Commentary - Overcoming a PT test failure

- Support agencies help Airmen, families manage holiday stress

- Intrepid Center provides new level of warfighter care

- 96th ARS Airmen start flying at Hickam

- Air Guard starts funding recruitment storefronts

- Obama calls on Senate to ratify new START

- Dec. 19 airpower summary

December 19, 2010

- Dec. 18 airpower summary

December 18, 2010

- Don't Ask' remains in effect as Gates, Mullen tackle plan

- Dec. 17 airpower summary

December 17, 2010

- 300 take part in virtual battle

- Multinational airlifter flies supplies to Poland, Afghanistan, Lithuania

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- Department prepares for 'Don't Ask' repeal

- Commentary - It's about being involved ... not being intrusive

- Feature - 15 cents: how much it costs to get a plane in the air

- VA officials announce use of standard payment rates for some non-VA care

- CV-22 accident investigation board results released

- Officials award production contract for fourth advanced frequency satellite

- Pentagon spokesman addresses strategy review, budget

- Operation Christmas Drop a team effort

- Santa's new address: No. 1 Santa Claus Lane, North Pole

- Academy choral group performs live on local TV

- Photo essay: Falcons men's basketball team defeats the Eagles

- Dec. 16 airpower summary

- Air Force Week in Photos

December 16, 2010

- 'Twas a Night in December   |  VIDEO

- First 24th AF Portraits in Courage recipient: 'I was just doing my job'

- Photo essay: Operation Christmas Drop

- Select CDCs become available online

- Feature - Five-year-old boy joins support squadron at McConnell

- Klotz: Minot AFB Airmen are what make the difference

- Reports of sexual harassment, assault rise at service academies

- Airmen turn aeromedical staging facility into 'home-like atmosphere'

- VA's homeless intervention program nears roll out

- Partners build high-tech hands for wounded warriors

- 386th AEW members fly first airdrop missions in Afghanistan

- AF Reserve band brings holiday cheer to veterans

- Gates urges Congress to pass omnibus appropriation bill

- Commentary - How I learned there's no business like snow business

- Dec. 15 airpower summary

December 15, 2010

- Air Force Research Laboratory engineer receives Harold Brown Award

- Communications Airmen prove vital to Regional Command-West mission

- Airman wins for big IDEA

- Recruiting, retention stay high throughout services

- Lesser-known UCMJ offenses

- Feature - For the love of Lyla - NATC-A members strive to inspire cancer patient  |  VIDEO

- Deadline for aerospace awards draws near

- AMC commander signs order prohibiting use of spice

- Most housing rates dip for 2011 as pay, subsistence increase

- Culture and language center to expand production of field guides

- New 'bird' finds home with 76th AS

- Photo essay: Mountain Home AFB F-15s with an eagle eye

- Military members, veterans with disabilities learn life-changing skills

- Application deadline approaching for Warrior Games

- Commander retires after 41 years of service

- 'Today's Air Force' features birth of military aviation

- Dec. 14 airpower summary

December 14, 2010

- Air Force emergency managers "walk the walk"

- Officials complete GPS software upgrade ahead of schedule

- Teen center raises tilapia for Union Gospel Mission

- Hickam AFB Airman found dead in Philippines

- Missile defense test delayed

- National prevention month highlights dangers of drunken driving

- Nobel Prize winner visits, thanks AMC

- Feature - Airmen train together to maintain combat readiness

- Airman aims to help others during holiday season

- Brain tumor survivor cross-trains to aid recovery, improve health

- New program connects wounded warriors with loved ones

- Reservist awarded the Airman's Medal for off-duty heroism

- TRICARE assistance program is here for beneficiaries during the holidays

- Photo essay: Fort Jackson Wreaths Across America ceremony

- Officials seek enlisted for AFIT degree program

- Computers to replace paper technical orders on Robins AFB flightline

- Commentary - No shame in being enlisted

- Dec. 13 airpower summary

December 13, 2010

- Davis-Monthan AFB Airman passes

- NMFA honors military families, names family of the year

- Caring for People Survey still open

- Photo essay: Moody A-10s prepare for Green Flag West

- AFRC commander presents Air Force Marathon trophy

- USAFE welcomes new commander

- Global Strike Command units assist Navy in powering mission

- Nurse commissioning program officials seek enlisted applicants

- New technology could save base millions

- Guardsmen, Reservists can nominate employers for awards

- Directors: Air Guard, Army Guard are cost-effective forces

- New 3-D retina imaging equipment improves care

- 820th Base Defense Group heads to Afghanistan

- TRICARE beneficiaries have many options to prepare for flu season

- Air Guard strengthens stance for homeland defense, civil support

- Dec. 12 airpower summary

December 12, 2010

- Dec. 11 airpower summary

December 11, 2010

- Dec. 10 airpower summary

- Air Force officials release findings on Alaska C-17 fatal mishap

December 10, 2010

- Federal agencies share latest research on polytrauma and reintegration

- Senior NCO workshop sheds light on bigger picture

- Officials select potential base for Royal Saudi Air Force F-15 training unit

- Identifying friendly forces to become easier for AWACS

- Sun sets on Keen Sword exercise  |  VIDEO

- Air Force, industry leaders brainstorm at Renewable Energy Industry Day

- Cross-country training pools experience, skills

- Commentary - Being prepared to lead

- 'Portraits in Courage' Vol. V highlights Air Force heroes

- ACC commander visits Kirtland AFB prior to start of virtual exercise

- PJs carry blood again, increase survival rates

- Chief Roy visits 505th CCW at Hurlburt Field, Fla.

- Spice illegal for Airmen, produces dangerous side effects

- US, Japanese fighter pilots promote peace in Asia-Pacific region

- Manatee finds new home in Puerto Rico

- Air Force officials announce enlisted supplemental promotions

- Photo essay: From Cape Canaveral to Vandenberg

- Dec. 9 airpower summary

- Air Force Week in Photos

December 9, 2010

- Kunsan AB officials add Tasers to arsenal

- AF researchers showcase integrated training capabilities

- Wing retires C-130E, anticipates end of C-130E ops

- DOD officials to expand community-based child care options

- McKinley: Relationship between National Guard, parent components strongest ever

- Air Force announces candidate basing locations for LiMA aircraft

- Manatee catches Air Force flight to Puerto Rico

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- Feature - Special Olympics: Winning a gold, winning at life

- Nominees sought for employee with a disability award

- 'Guard and Protect' exercise unites bilateral forces

- First Iraqi enlisted chief visits Air University

- Special needs families receive added support

- Airmen graduate from first Guard, Reserve survival component course

- Photo essay: Whiteman crews practice 'hot pit' refueling

- Charleston spouses' club members execute Operation Cookie Drop

- Scholarships for Military Children Program seeking applicants

- Reserve combat search and rescue featured on Smithsonian Channel in December

- New approach to smoking cessation boosts quit rates for veterans with PTSD

- Combat rescue officers celebrate 10-year anniversary

- Veterans' advocates hold forum to discuss homeless vets

- Dec. 8 airpower summary

December 8, 2010

- Fairchild officials reactivate squadron at March

- Air Force selects preferred alternative base for C-27J training aircraft

- Stanley: Pentagon must do better in hiring disabled

- C-17s deliver firepower to Afghanistan

- Photo essay: Kadena Airmen stage rescue for Keen Sword

- First cyber class graduates

- 24th AF becomes AFCYBER

- Air Force officials support SpaceX launch

- 18th Air Force, Expeditionary Center restructures

- Recruiting commander expands community relations at bowl game

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- CMSAF emphasizes Air Force core values

- CJCS calls on China to help curb North Korean aggression

- US, Japanese servicemembers partner for Keen Sword 2011

- Officials introduce new patient care concept at medical town hall

- Feature - 5 reasons to keep a food diary during the holidays

- Senior DOD leaders share perspectives on future warfighting

- Commentary - Trust: The leadership difference

- Dec. 7 airpower summary

December 7, 2010

- Air Force's X-37B historical landing advances space vehicle technologies

- Falcons to face Georgia Tech in Independence Bowl

- First Reserve unit conducts TASER training

- Final tanker leaves Grand Forks AFB

- Helicopter pilot receives Cheney Award

- Letter in the wall makes its way back after 20 years

- Academy football head coach named a finalist for award

- Airmen connect US, Japan during Keen Sword 11

- DOD seeks to better support disabled employees, official says

- Feature - 'Hawk Eye' watches over reconnaissance aircraft

- Commentary - Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: Honoring history through today's service

- 'Today's Air Force' features a look around the service

- Transition to A-10C complete at Osan AB

- PACAF specialized medical team conducts first peacetime mission

- Feature - MTI experience helps chief excel in mentoring Afghans

- Dec. 6 airpower summary

- Little Rock Airmen 'wired' for comm

December 6, 2010

- Sexual assault response coordinator helps all callers

- Contingency response wing returns from Pakistan relief mission

- Behavioral specialist evaluates military working dogs

- FBI hosts blast investigation training at Eglin

- Air Force, Park Service to commemorate Wrights' first flight Dec. 17

- 319th ARW commander declares mission complete

- Lajes Airman, K-9 provide unique service at G40 summit

- President extends stop loss claims deadline

- New inpatient medical records system enhances patient care

- 14th CMSAF mentors Moody Airmen

- Feature - Bagram chaplains there for Airmen anytime, anyplace

- PlayStation 3 supercomputer can read, correct input

- Dec. 5 airpower summary

December 5, 2010

- U.S. responds to Israeli request for help

- Dec. 4 airpower summary

December 4, 2010

- USAFE Airmen to assist Israel with wildfires

- Dec. 3 airpower summary

December 3, 2010

- Air Force rugby team continues successful streak

- Bomb squadrons rotate at Andersen AFB

- Obama: Servicemembers prove America's best days are ahead

- Nominations open for Outstanding Airmen of the Year Award

- NORAD to track Santa for Christmas

- AFPC to host retirement webinar

- National Veterans Golden Age Games set for Hawaii

- Feature - Letters, packages mean a lot to deployed Airmen

- U.S., Japanese servicemembers partner for nationwide training exercise

- Chief of staff addresses 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' report

- X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle lands at Vandenberg AFB

- Admiral Mullen praises Newman's Own Foundation, military charities

- Photo essay: Refueling the joint fight

- Feature - Protect against credit fraud and identity theft during the holidays

- Commentary - I will never leave an Airman behind

- Aircrews provide training for weapons school

- Ellsworth Airman found dead

- Yokota Airman killed after being struck by vehicle

- Dec. 2 airpower summary

- Air Force officials correct resource stewardship

- Air Force Week in Photos

December 2, 2010

- STRATCOM commander: 'No higher calling' than nuclear mission

- New policy bridges Korea tour normalization

- School of Aerospace Medicine classes move to Ohio

- DOD official: DREAM Act would expand recruiting pool

- Airmen acquire MQ-9 maintenance responsibility in Afghanistan

- Modeling and simulation conference shaping future warfighting

- Officials announce new Air Force museum director

- Operation Provide Hope supports Ukrainian medical facilities

- Air Force to play in Independence Bowl

- Global Strike Command officials build partnership with French

- Photo essay: Airmen maintain Dragon Lady

- Ceremony marks end of Pakistan flood relief operations

- Keen Sword exercise sharpens US-Japan alliance

- Dr. Biden welcomes Guard children at holiday event

- Dec. 1 airpower summary

- Feature - Iraqi airmen demonstrate operational capabilities in Hellfire exercise

December 1, 2010

- Officials suspend F-22 crash recovery and restoration

- Nine medevaced from PRT Zabul after tragic accident

- Feature - C-17 Globemaster III: AMC's 'workhorse' meeting airlift needs across the globe

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- DSP, engineers recognized at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

- Officials unveil new government travel cards

- Airmen ship $30 million in aid to Afghanistan

- DOD official identifies Air Force casualty

- Keeping Yokota moms fit

- Photo essay: Academy women's basketball team defeats Lady Cougars

- 'Major' medical mentoring taking place in Afghanistan

- Nov. 30 airpower summary

- Christmas Drop: 58 years of cheer and aid

- Air Force officials continuing source selection for new tanker

- Preparations underway for first landing of X-37B

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