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  • CFC kicks off 2010 campaign

    The 2010 Combined Federal Campaign kicked off Sept. 30 at the Hurlburt Field Soundside. About 150 military key-workers and coordinators from Eglin and Hurlburt mingled with local charitable organizations to experience first-hand how their efforts in the upcoming season will help people in need."You

  • Armament Symposium brings DOD, industry together

    For the 36th year, the Air Armament Center partnered with the National Defense Industrial Association to host its annual Air Armament Symposium here Oct. 5-6.The symposium, a two-day forum for both industry and government personnel, was an opportunity to exchange information, recognize acquisition

  • Tots in Blue

    Congratulations to the following parents who welcomed their new arrivals while stationed here:It's a boyDevin Ray, born Sept. 23, to MSgts. Brian and Shannon ThomasLouis Dennis, born Sept. 27, to Louis Brumfield Jr. and Tamika McCrayXavier Nicodemus, born Sept. 27, to Capt. Randy and Danah

  • BX rewards kids for 'making the grade'

    Now in its 10th year, Army & Air Force Exchange Service's education rewards initiative is anchored by a booklet chock full of complimentary offers for students in grades one through 12 who maintain a "B" average or better. The current "You Made the Grade" booklet includes coupons for a free regular

  • Exchange ID Check Goes Hi-Tech

    (Editor's Note: Eglin Air Force Base Army & Air Force Exchange Services facilities started scanning Common Access Cards for age validation Sept. 22.) Implementation of an updated point-of-sale system that leverages the technological advances available through "smart" Common Access Cards is

  • Pat Riley speaks to Eglin Airmen

    Pat Riley, president of the Miami Heat professional basketball team, spoke to military and civilian personnel at the enlisted hall Oct. 1.The Miami Heat arrived here Sept. 27 to an enthusiastic reception from both the area's military and civilian communities and held a week-long training camp at

  • Eglin offers outdoor opportunities

    Lee Murphy, Eglin's new Outdoor Recreation director, has plenty of activities lined up for thrill-seeking authorized patrons willing to try new, exciting adventures or re-visit some favorite activities. "Our new programs focus on three areas: high adventure activities for young Airmen, and

  • Base leadership attends vet medallion ceremony

    Senior Master Sgt. Arthur Sizemore was one of five brothers who served in the U.S. armed forces during World War II and beyond.He and 26 other veterans were awarded Patriot Medallions of Honor and Remembrance by the Non-commissioned Officer Association Sept. 30 at the Air Force Enlisted

  • Team Eglin remembers Senior Airman "Jimmy" Hansen

    Friends and family came to honor Senior Airman James "Jimmy" Hansen Oct. 1 at the East Gate Chapel. "I'm feel sorry for the Airmen that come behind him," says Tech. Sgt. Latanja Steele, who served as Hansen's supervisor at the 46th Operations Support Squadron. "He was a great role, model and I'm