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  • Service calls increase as cold weather sets in

    The cold weather snap has people shivering and workers scrambling to keep the base's infrastructure in good operating order.Responsible for the calls of power out or no heat is the 796th Civil Engineer Squadron's Service Call section. Roger Nelson is one of three work controllers answering more than

  • Eglin warriors receive surprise promotion

    Recently, four Team Eglin warriors received an extra special holiday surprise - a promotion, via the Stripes for Exceptional Performers program."The program is for star performers who are having a little trouble with testing," said Chief Master Sgt. William Harner, Jr., 53rd Wing command chief. "It

  • Eglin colonel, surgical team making a difference in Southern Philippines

    On the southern island of Jolo, Philippines five members of the U.S. Air Force are operating a fully-equipped trauma center, providing emergency care, basic medical care and educational services to hundreds of Filipino and U.S. troops. The Air Force members comprise the Forward Surgical Team,

  • 2010 Air Force Marathon registration begins Jan 1

    Online registration for the 2010 Air Force Marathon will be open to the public Jan. 1 at 12:01 am (EST) at www.usafmarathon.com. The 26.2 mile race will be held Sept.18, on the grounds of the National Museum of the United States Air Force. A half marathon and 10K race will also be held on the 18th.

  • Airmen keep deployed dining facilities cooking

    No matter where they are, people need food to survive.In Southwest Asia, Airmen of the 379th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron monitor the dining facilities and 'grab n' go' kitchens to ensure all base residents have a broad choice of safe food to eat.Airman 1st Class Molly Holzem works in the

  • Legendary aviator's visit offers chance to read between the lines

    Medal of Honor recipient, Col. (Ret.) Bud Day, brought the core principles of leadership to life for 40 members of Eglin's Junior Force Council here recently. The former prisoner of war elaborated on his more than thirty years of military service to the country, which is chronicled in the book,

  • Eglin hands out 18 Articles 15

    In the months of September - November, there were 18 Articles 15 offered here on base. Nonjudicial punishment under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice, provides commanders with an essential and prompt means of maintaining good order and discipline and also promotes positive behavior

  • AFRL wins Eglin CC trophy cup

    The Commander's Trophy Cup was presented to AFRL for accomplishments in sports and special events here Oct. 21. AFRL earned 1,395 points to take the award, most notably by taking first place in golf, the St. Patrick's Day Fitness Event, and second place in cross country. Their sports representative

  • NORAD officials ready to track Santa's flight

    It's that time of the year again and North American Aerospace Defense Command officials are getting ready to track Santa Claus.The NORAD Tracks Santa Web site, www.noradsanta.org, is now live and features fun holiday games and activities that change daily. The Web site is available in seven

  • New 53rd chief brings world-travelled skill

    The new command chief master sergeant for the 53rd Wing experienced firsthand the benefits of the hard work from the men and women within the wing. "Just coming off a deployment in Afghanistan, I have seen it day in and day out," Chief Master Sgt William K. Harner, Jr., said. "What they do here