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  • Eglin offers fun for all

    (This is part 2 of a 3-part series that will highlight places newcomers can get information about some of the many activities to participate in around the Eglin area. From days at the beach to great on-base activities, this information aims to help people just getting to the base.) If you are new to

  • Support Services helps AAC mission

    The Support Services Management Branch in the Engineering and Acquisition Excellence Directorate is a little-known acquisition team supporting the Air Armament Center's mission. To most, this is not a familiar name, but the acquisition programs they manage are familiar to many: TEAS and TAMS. The

  • Cops ask for vigilance against on-base thefts

    Living or working on a military installation gives most people a sense of security. Why wouldn't it? There's a fence around the base and guards at the gates. The sense of security is displayed by motorists who leave their windows down while shopping at the BX or leave their cars running while they

  • Base legal cautions driving with suspended license

    A surprising number of people are ticketed for driving with a suspended license on base and a common problem seems to be that many do not know there are two steps to reinstating their license after it has been suspended-contacting both the ticket-issuing court and the Department of Motor Vehicles.

  • Don't be a statistic: a safety message

    It's hard to believe that we are already half way through the 101 Critical Days of Summer. With so much to do in the area this time of year, it is easy to let loose and to lose sight of taking necessary steps to keep ourselves safe while having fun. A fact that might bring you back to reality is

  • Think smart, prevent DUIs

    Within the past few weeks, five Team Eglin active duty members received Preventable DUIs. I say PREVENTABLE because no DUI ever has to happen. Luckily, none of these incidents resulted in serious injuries or loss of life. There are two things I immediately ask when I hear of a DUI: What was the plan

  • Captain offers 'first-hand' advice on home refinancing

    Are you getting ready for a permenant change of station? Do you own your home? Are you going to rent it out rather than sell it? Do you think you will refinance after the move? Think again. The minute you pull out of your driveway, your refinancing options may evaporate. This is an issue many people

  • The truth about energy and sports drinks

    Consumption of energy drinks and sports drinks are on the rise, so it's important for consumers to be aware of the effects of these types of drinks on teeth. Advertising campaigns lead one to believe these energy and sports drinks are better for you than colas, when in reality, they are just as bad

  • Know H1N1 flu facts, be prepared

    Current news of the H1N1 Flu Outbreak shows just how vulnerable we can be, but Team Eglin is ready. Though Center of Disease Control and Prevention determined this novel strain is not pandemic, there are more than 60 confirmed cases in our country and even more cases exist in Mexico. Thankfully, we