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  • Airman competes in wrestling championship

    "No excuses," and "taking life as it comes" are the ways one Airman juggles his status as stand-out wrestler and the demands of his military career. Kevin Justin, an airman first class with the 96th Security Forces Squadron, recently returned from the U.S. Open National Wrestling Championship in Las

  • 53rd, 46th win big; to face off in championship

    The 53rd Wing and the 46th Test Wing earned the right to proceed to the 2009 Intramural Soccer Season championship game April 14 after both teams came out victorious in the season's playoff games. The first game of the evening was between the 53rd, 7-1-1, and the 96th Civil Engineer Squadron,

  • Team Eglin surpasses Air Force Assistance Fund goal

    Team Eglin lived up to the theme "Commitment to Caring" by raising more than $130,000 for the Air Force Assistance Fund this year. "We're very proud of Team Eglin for their participation and willingness to give," said Col. Bruce McClintock, 96th Air Base Wing commander. "Our Airmen know how

  • Commander bids farewell

    When Maj. Gen. David Eidsaune arrived here in January 2007, he only looked forward. Prior to his arrival, news of a potential move of the 46th Test Wing to Edwards AFB, Calif., caused considerable consternation. Once that plan was off the table, the general could focus on the mission of leading the

  • F-35 to arrive at Eglin

    The Joint Strike Fighter, F-35, is scheduled to arrive here at approximately 11:30 a.m. April 21 for its first visit to the Emerald Coast. Designated AA-1, the aircraft will spend a few days in the local area. Anyone with a valid Department of Defense identification card will have a chance to get up

  • Fire management integral to environment, military mission

    Fire is a feared four letter word. Fire doesn't hold grudges, is not prejudice and destroys everything in its path, but it holds an entirely different meaning for the fire management technicians at Jackson Guard's Natural Resources branch. Evidence of their work can be seen on any given day from the

  • UCI: Rules of Engagement

    While there can be a negative perception about the intent of a unit compliance inspection, the UCI is a good thing. A UCI is a time to showcase how well we operate to higher headquarters and also a time to figure out what we need to improve to take our mission to a higher level. The inspectors will

  • Dangerous rip currents plague area beaches

    The inviting waters of the Emerald Coast can lull many beachgoers into a false sense of security. Just because the waters are clear doesn't mean they are safe. Several beachgoers were pulled from the surf April 10-12, including two who lost their lives. One was an Eglin Airman, who was tossing a

  • Nomad Association builds wing esprit de corps, prepares reunion

    Following with tradition of "once a Nomad, always a Nomad," the 33rd Fighter Wing prepares to celebrate its heritage with a reunion in the local area April 30 to May 2. One way current and former wing members have been able to stay in touch is through the Nomad Association, a non-profit, private