• Museum director: Backbone of Fort D.A. Russell Days

    Once a year, Warren members are able to showcase their mission, land and heritage during an open house. Fort D.A. Russell Days, which offers a mix of intertwined local history allows visitors to walk casually among U.S. cavalry soldiers, visit with Vietnam veterans and discuss relics on display. The

  • From whence the fort was named

    To appreciate and understand the character of Army Brig. Gen. David A. Russell, one must first review his history. David Russell was born Dec. 10, 1820, in Salem, N.Y. David's family and the New-England church instilled in him a legacy of discipline and values that remained with him to the frontier

  • Then, now: CFD events continue through years

    It's hot; it's July; it's Cheyenne; and it's time for the 112th annual Cheyenne Frontier Days. That means bull riding, bronco busting, and buffalo tosses as well as a free pancake breakfast. Crowds, laughter and cheers from near and far will come; cameras will snap and flash. It's been consecutive

  • Historic homes: Warren’s structures still stand

    Warren is the oldest continuously active military installation within the Air Force. It's home to the 90th Missile Wing and Headquarters, Twentieth Air Force, of Air Force Space Command. Fort D.A. Russell, the Air Force Base predecessor, was established in 1867, but it was recognized as a permanent

  • Buffalo Soldiers: Importance of cultural diversity in U.S. Air Force history

    Warren is home to the 90th Missile Wing, activated July 1, 1963, as the 90th Strategic Missile Wing. Today, the "Mighty Ninety" is known as the premier missile wing in the U.S. Air Force responsible for the operation of 150 Minuteman III missiles, which are on alert status 24 hours a day, 365 days a

  • Fitness centers’ shoe policy still in effect

    Warren's Freedom Hall and Independence Hall Fitness Centers began a shoe policy Dec. 17, 2007. The policy states patrons intending to use fitness facilities must hand carry the shoes they will work out in and change into those shoes before using the fitness centers. These areas include basketball

  • Chocolate wishes: A child of the Berlin Airlift tells her story

    A storybook came alive for German and American children here when the tale's lead character appeared in person. After collaborating on a video project for the children's story, "Mercedes and the Chocolate Pilot," in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift, students from Aukamm and

  • GEAR UP: Improvement program springs to life

    A program that started in 1998 as a means to help disadvantaged children prepare for college has spread and now has earned nation-wide acceptance. The Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs offers many chances for children, as early of seventh grade, a chance to understand

  • Unwavering sentinels guard honor of America’s fallen

    On behalf of the president of the United Sates, the department of the Air Force and a grateful nation, we offer our nation's flag for the faithful and honorable service of your loved one. ... click ... The casket begins a slow and deliberate movement. A seemingly endless, but endlessly too short,

  • Bang: Firework safety critical

    Each year thousands of people are injured celebrating America's birthday. Most of these people are injured using fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in Cheyenne and at Warren, said John McDougall, Warren Fire Chief. "People in Laramie County have to check with the county government," Chief McDougall