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  • New Force Support Squadron streamlines Eglin's functions

    Community support, people, programs and quality of life are the focus of the newly formed 96th Force Support Squadron. The merger of 96th Mission Support Squadron and 96th Services Squadron into the 96th FSS occurred on June 30. The merger is the result of an ongoing Air Force-wide initiative which

  • Airman takes oath, seals allegiance to American flag

    In a 24-year span and thousands of miles across the Atlantic, one Airman reached the final stretch in pursuit of his freedom--the American way. Among a sea of others native to foreign lands, Airman 1st Class Shimon B. Perez-Conde (Gonzalez), of the 96th Air Base Wing Contracting Squadron, raised his

  • New playgrounds ready for summer fun

    Just in time for summer, three new playgrounds are getting a workout by children living in base housing. According to James Stuart, SABER Project Manager for the 796th Civil Engineer Squadron, it cost approximately $150,000 to redo the playground areas which are located on Wakulla, Chinquapin and

  • Destin honors second Team Eglin member during summer fest

    Destin handed the key to their city to another member of Team Eglin June 25 during their Red, White and Blue Celebration at the Destin HarborWalk. Senior Airman Tim Amos has been an intelligence analyst at the 33rd Operations Support Squadron for two years. He was honorably recognized for his

  • Air Force restructure announcement adds manpower to base

    Eglin will gain additional manpower according to the Air Force 2009 Force Structure Announcement throughout the end of the Fiscal Year 2009 (FY09) for combat air force restructuring and improve emphasis on acquisition excellence. The 2009 Force Structure Announcement shows the base gaining a total

  • Bear roams neighborhood

    Recent bear sightings in the Eglin family housing area has some residents concerned; and while it may sound cliché, the old saying "Don't feed the bears" is the rule to live by. Feeding bears is not advised and can be dangerous to you, the bear, your family and your pets. Eglin wildlife management