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  • AFMC commander reports on state of command

    Shortly after I assumed command one year ago, we set out to define our FY09 priorities for the men and women of AFMC. Through our corporate process we instituted the five Air Force priorities. This past year we made significant progress, and I would like to quickly highlight some of your

  • Take note of charities you give to this holiday season

    The holidays always bring out the best in us. We think about those who are not as fortunate whether they be a veteran returning from the warfront, a homeless person, or a person who just recently lost his/her job and has a family and home to support. When contributing to a fund or assisting people

  • Let Family Advocacy be your Wingman

    Contacting the Family Advocacy Program before family or relationship(s) fall apart is important. Help us to help you. Although domestic violence is not to be tolerated in the Armed Forces, there are daily incidents occurring within our community. FAP is used as a conduit to assist families in crisis

  • Life is good

    When was the last time you took a few minutes to do an evaluation on the difference of what is really important and what's not, or how about what's bad compared to what's really, really bad? Today was one of those days I took a moment to evaluate my perspective on life. Today I received some bad

  • Holidays prime time for suspicious packages

    As we start into the holiday season, the Eglin Antiterrorism Office would like to remind you to take precautions when handling mail and packages. The following are a few typical indicators that highlight suspicious envelopes and parcels. -- Unknown or a strange postmark from a place outside your

  • Climate change and behavior change continues to be a leadership challenge

    As a clinical neuropsychologist who has studied the intricacies of how the human brain is wired for a living for the last 16 years, it still remains fascinating to observe why change is so hard to accept, especially when facts and negative consequences are within clear view. The negative effects of

  • AFMC CC honors veterans, family members

    On Veterans Day, we honor those who have served in our nation's armed forces, as well as those who continue to serve. This being the Year of the Air Force Family, it's also appropriate that we acknowledge not only the service and sacrifices of our military veterans, but those of their family members

  • Domestic Violence: A Community Issue

    It is the time of year again where the weather gets a little cooler; our attention turns toward sports and Fall festivals. Families focus on Halloween, school plays, and cozy nights by the fire. But, October also marks a more somber time of the year: Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This is when

  • Road to a championship: a healthy relationship

    How would you like an opportunity to go to the National Championship this year? The chance is yours, for the taking, to actually play on a winning team. The only qualification is to be married, happily or otherwise. Think about THIS:You and your spouse are teammates in the most important game in the

  • Fire prevention week safety message

    The base fire department, along with fire departments across the nation, are commemorating National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4-10. Fire Prevention Week is a time to check evacuation plans at home and in the workplace to ensure the safety of loved ones and co-workers. It is also a time to check for