• Tales of struggle, resiliency highlight Storyteller forum

    Team Eglin hosted its second "Storytellers" resiliency forum here Oct. 23.Storytellers, an Air Force program that began in 2012, is a live event where Airmen share personal life stories of struggle and resiliency."This event is about sharing," said Chief Master Sgt. Marcus Snoddy, the 96th Test Wing

  • Eglin doctors give special tactics Airmen jumpstart back to service

    Fulfilling the duties of U.S. Air Force Special Tactics Airmen is no easy task. Every day, these operators put their bodies through extremes to accomplish their mission:  enabling global access, precision strike and personnel recovery, anywhere, anytime.However, this constant strain often leads to

  • August, September Tots In Blue

    Congratulations to the following parents who welcomed their new arrivals while stationed here:It's a boyKai Anthony, born Sept. 3 to Darron Morgan and Staff Sgt. Krystal JarrettJase Hamilton, born Sept. 5 to Lt. Col. Scott and Nicole DavisCayden John, born Sept. 7 to Airman 1st Class Andrew and

  • Paddle boarding continues with good weather

    Eglin continues to bask in summer fun due to warm temperatures and its close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico. One way base families take advantage of Florida's humid subtropical climate and location is to try a new water sport.The 96th Force Support Squadron's Outdoor Recreation Center will host

  • Eglin pilots children's nutrition and fitness program

    When Jodi Vetter visited the 96th Medical Group for her daughter's most recent Well Child appointment, she knew concerns about her child's weight would be expressed."Obesity runs in our family, and I was concerned about my daughter dealing with the health and social issues my family has had," said

  • Online risk assessment offers ways to evaluate, improve health

    How well do you know yourself? Poor health is not always obvious. Even people who appear healthy can be at risk for medical conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes. The AFMC Health Risk Assessment is a multi-faceted interactive tool offered online at www.afmcwellness.com.Below are some

  • July Tots In Blue

    Congratulations to the following parents who welcomed their new arrivals while stationed here:It's a boyBlake Charles, born July 1 to Capt. Clay and Nicole MatthewsCamdyn Reed, born July 7 Staff Sgt. Jon and Katie RussellCaysen Paul, born July 11 to Staff Sgt. Paul and Senior Airman Kirsten