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  • Wing Commander stresses Airmen excellence

    Unless something goes south from the time I am writing this and the time it is published, today we will have gone 2 months without a DUI. Getting to this point is a total team effort. DUIs are preventable. While going 60 days is no easy feat, I am expecting us to continue this trend. This is about

  • Look for your own Sergeant Grice

    What a great Labor Day! The sun was shining and college football kicked off. We took the opportunity to get a few things on the "bucket list" accomplished. Lots of potato chips, hot dogs, brats, wiffle ball and a little bit of basketball, fishing and croquet took place this weekend. We also had the

  • A chief’s perspective on what it means to have character

    During my short career, I've heard or jokingly used the phrase "what a character," generally describing when someone did or said something silly. However, true character is no laughing matter. The Professional Development Guide lists character as one of the leadership qualities incorporating

  • Deployed Airmen enjoy base barbecue

    It has been more than 60 days since the new Air Force Instruction 36-2905 hit the streets, and business has really picked up at the Health and Wellness Center. Often times, major changes can create confusion, miscommunication or even misinterpretation as the new AFI is implemented. Over the past few

  • Pride, excellence shines throughout wing

    This Labor Day marks another successful safety period. I can't thank you enough for continuing to keep safety at the forefront of what we do -- both on- and off-duty. Please carve out time this weekend with family and friends, and continue to be a wingman who ensures the safety of others.Our very

  • Observe proper customs, courtesies

    The purpose of this article is to clarify some confusion regarding how to display appropriate honors and respect for the United States flag. I know none of us would ever intentionally show disrespect toward our nation's flag since we swore an oath stating we would die to protect what it symbolizes.

  • Adding “spice” to your life could cost career, more

    Everybody in the military knows abusing drugs is wrong. Some think they can get away with it by using a relatively new substance, commonly known as "spice." This is not such a good plan as using spice may cost your career and so much more. Recently, the nature of drug use has been changing across

  • Chief pops smoke after "dynamic" 30 year career

    The time has come for me to pop smoke and move over for the young, energetic Airmen of today. It has been a great, or should I say "dynamic" 30 years. I've had a blessed career. Someone has been watching over my shoulder all these years, as I haven't had a bad assignment, deployment or temporary

  • Mission execution, family time critical for Mighty Ninety

    You can smell it in the air. Some call it Fall, I call it football. I love football -- all levels of football actually. Youth football is still pure in its fundamentals. High school is probably my favorite. I like professional football players who are model citizens who give their time and money

  • The attributes needed to ensure success throughout life

    Many Airmen ask the question, "What do I have to do to be successful?" I usually respond with two questions. First, because it is not the same for everyone, what is your definition of success? And second, what are your goals that will lead to your view of success? Eleven years ago, I had the