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  • NCO Academy graduates announced

    Congratulations to the following Eglin technical sergeants who graduated from the NCO Academy on May 28.Distinguished GraduatesKenneth Tottle 46 Maintenace SquadronJacob Wise, Air Force Research LaboratoryGraduates Jerome Anderson, 46th Aircraft Maintenance SquadronChristopher Breed, 96th Medical

  • Hospital comes out on top in two inspections

    The 96th Medical Group got great news recently when the results of two inspections were announced. Eglin's hospital retained its accreditation by the Joint Commission and received the highest rating from the Air Force Inspection Agency's Medical Operations Directorate which performs Health Services

  • Equipment control office exemplifies continuous process improvement

    In the late afternoon on the last day of the month, an equipment custodian rushed in to the Base Equipment Control Office to deliver her annual Information Technology inventory report. It was the final account due, and delivery of the report carried some significance - a perfect on-time record

  • Luncheon fosters teamwork among law agencies

    The long arm of the law just got a little longer as the 96th Security Forces Squadron and the Air Force Office of Special Investigations reached out to community lawmen. Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies joined military agencies from Eglin Air Force Base and Hurlburt Field at the

  • Four Eglin bowlers have 300 game in same week

    The no-hitter, a hole-in-one, the three-minute mile and a 300 game in bowling - all mystical moments of perfection in sports. The Eglin bowling center played host to four such moments all in the same week from March 9-13. "It is unusual to have four bowled in a week," said Jay Rookstool, bowling

  • Child calls 9-1-1, directs emergency crews to save mom

    Standing out in front of her home, she was "calm, cool and collected," flagging down the emergency crews after dialing 9-1-1 while her mother lay unconscious in the bathroom. Victoria Kroll is only 6 years old. Victoria Kroll, daughter of Tech. Sgt. Shawn Kroll, 1st Special Operations Maintenance

  • Hundreds ride in for Eglin Motorcycle Safety Day

    Team Eglin's 2nd Annual Motorcycle Safety Day received its biggest turn out yet with more than 280 riders attending March 13 to take part in safety briefings, ask questions and socialize with other bikers. "Motorcycle safety is everyone's concern, not just the riders," said Col. Rick LoCastro, 96th

  • Spring break a time for fun, safety

    Airmen here are entering a time of increased opportunity and risk as local beaches host spring break visitors from across the nation. Commanders across the base want to ensure their Airmen continue to think of safety as they enjoy this season. "Being safe should be a top priority for everyone

  • Forida commanders visit Eglin to speak with state officials

    Officials from more than 15 different military bases and every branch of service converged here Feb. 24 to discuss issues with representatives from the Florida state government. "This forum is a tremendous opportunity to have a candid dialogue with our state lawmakers and to have specific issues