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  • Spouses afforded a day of fun, info

    The 2010 Military Spouse Appreciation and HeartLink Reunion Event took place May 7 at Luke's Place on base.The event, once referred to as Magnolia Day attracted spouses from all over the county. Now led by the Airmen Family and Readiness Center, the event was a bit different from the past, but still

  • Emerald Coast's 'Greatest Generation' is welcomed home

    Northwest Florida Regional Airport was the scene of the Emerald Coast's welcome home celebration for 100 World War II veterans May 5, as they returned from their Honor Flight to Washington D.C. More than 800 military and community well wishers, along with Lt. Governor Jeff Kottkamp of Florida, lined

  • BX fits feet for the long haul

    Soldiers and Airmen are expected to run long distances as part of their regular workout routine. With this in mind, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) offers a wide selection of footwear to help military shoppers at Eglin AFB ensure they have shoes that properly fit their feet.AAFES' "Fit

  • Boeing comes to McKinley Lab to test 787

    The McKinley Climatic Lab hosts Boeing's newest passenger aircraft, the 787 Dreamliner, for two weeks of cold and hot weather testing here.The new plane arrived at Eglin April 18 and was moved into the lab to begin its cold-weather test with temperatures reaching -45 degrees Fahrenheit. The lab