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  • "Super" Airman becomes professional bodybuilder

    After a heavy, weight workout, Senior Airman Terrence Ruffin walks over to a row of mirrors in the gym.  He strikes a pose and flexes the muscles in his chest, arms and legs.  He stares, then smiles at the reflection he sees.  He continues in this manner for more than a half an hour posing and

  • Marines receive first F-35C Lightning II carrier variant

    The first F-35C Lightning II, carrier variant, for the U.S. Marine Corps touched-down on the flight line here, Jan. 13, from the Lockheed Martin plant in Fort Worth, Texas, to begin training in support of carrier-based operations.U.S. Marine Lt. Col. J.T. Ryan, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 501

  • 96th Test Group brings 'R2D2' to life

    Remotely tucked away in the high desert of southern New Mexico, the 96th Test Group at Holloman AFB provides some of the most sophisticated military testing in the world.Often, their innovations and technological pursuits can conjure images seen in science fiction films or novels. The group's latest

  • A formidable team: Airman, K-9

    The unassuming, 25-year-old military working dog handler stands on watchful alert with leash in hand.  He and his partner, a Belgian Malinois, move in tandem to action after receiving the "clear" sign to proceed with the sweep. They systematically search each corner of all the rooms until the

  • Armament Directorate takes 2nd straight flag football title

    The Armament Directorate outlasted Security Forces Squadron in the flag football championship match Dec. 11 here to win the title in an overtime thriller, 25-24.  The narrow victory marked the second consecutive championship win for EB.EB, wearing red jerseys, stuck to their running game, while SFS,

  • Stay fit through holidays with strength training class

    The free Muscle Max strength training class at the Fitness Annex is available to help anyone with base access maintain their fitness through the holiday season and year-round."This class offers a full body, balanced workout," said Alison DeCaro, health promotion coordinator at Eglin's hospital and

  • NFL honors local Airman

    When Tech. Sgt. Mike Harder traveled home for the holidays, he enjoyed time with his family, his friends and his favorite football team.Harder, a 96th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms instructor, is a life-long New England Patriots fan.  He knew his first trip home in two years would be

  • Pet Welfare Center adds ward, MSG support

    A new cat isolation ward at the Pet Welfare Center will keep ill cats awaiting fostering or adoption away from healthy cats, while they're being treated.Pet Welfare is a non-profit, no-kill animal shelter.  It places nearly 300 abandoned, stray, and homeless cats and dogs every year, according to

  • 11 Airmen selected for chief

    Of the 2,525 senior master sergeants eligible for promotion to chief, 479 were selected for an 18.97 percent selection rate, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced today.Team Eglin had 11 Airmen on the list.Enlisted promotions are based on weighted factors including time in grade, time in

  • "Port Dawgs" keep cargo, people moving

    Whether it's cargo or passengers, the Air Terminal Operations and Passenger Travel Section of the 96th Logistics Readiness Squadron keep things moving.The section, which is housed in Eglin's Readiness Center, provides a critical service to units here, including the 7th Special Forces Group (A).