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  • 3rd AF commander visits RAF Lakenheath

    Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force and 17th Expeditionary Air Force commander, completed his immersion tour of RAF Lakenheath Nov. 13.Throughout his tour and during an all-call at the base theater, Roberson stressed the importance of Airmen innovating and improving systems already in place, to

  • A moment of silence

    A cold wind swept across the grounds as leaves of red, yellow and orange blew from trees before gently descending on the people gathered in solemn respect at Cambridge American Cemetery, United Kingdom, Nov. 11, 2014.They stood in silent reverence upon the hallowed ground that served as the final

  • A day in their shoes: Defying gravity

    The shrill sound of an engine resonates throughout the squadron as a captain taxis onto the flightline for another day of -- defying gravity.Capt. Matthew Alexander is a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron and the mission is to deter aggression through a rigorous

  • Not just another SARC brief

    Recently, I was asked by my first sergeant to participate in a mock trial as a pretend jury member.Unsure of what to expect, I arrived at Aviano's court room in full service dress at 9 a.m. on Oct. 28 met by 16 other Airmen.We filed into the court room and were directed to sit in the jury box. After

  • Chapel offers single, married, family retreats

    The 100th Air Refueling Wing Chapel is offering three types of retreats for Team Mildenhall members; SingleCare, MarrigeCare and FamilyCare.The outings are designed to increase resilience and assist participants in overcoming the challenges of married, family and single life. Usually weekend trips

  • 100th SFS augmentee program back in full force

    Personnel from across the base scramble to secure buildings and put up barriers, as a handful of Airmen rush to the 100th Security Forces Squadron Base Defense Operation Center and exchange their traditional duties for one that requires them to wear full battle rattle and carry an M16 assault

  • Lasting impressions of an Air Force honor guardsman

    An overwhelming urge to serve and a determination to recognize the sacrifices made by Airmen in the past enabled one Aviano Airman to represent the Air Force on a national level.Walking tall throughout the base, it's apparent that Master Sgt. Andre Moore stands out from the rest of the Airmen. His

  • Humbly recognized with combat valor

    A hangar filled with Airmen focused their attention toward a stage where the 48th Fighter Wing commander stood alongside a single Airman.Ruiz, 56th Rescue Squadron Pararescueman, was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Heroism for his courageous acts while engaged in action against an enemy of the