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  • The Patriot Files: A silver dollar in his shoe

    Editor's Note: This story is part of an ongoing series highlighting Service members with exceptional experiences throughout their military careers.The old man's hands shook when he spoke, as raw, un-tempered emotion fought to free itself from his unassuming demeanor. John Coons was 21-years-old when

  • SFS Airman receives commissioning opportunity

    For some Airmen, an enlisted military career full of stripes is just the beginning. Some wish to trade them in for bars. An Airman at the 355th Security Forces Squadron had that desire and was recently accepted into the Air Force Academy Preparatory School. "My goal in the Air Force has always been

  • 2011 Flight Surgeon of the Year aims to help people

    Leaning over a small desk, the flight surgeon finishes reviewing a patient's medical file. The tall, dark-haired doctor has a warm, friendly voice that could make any patient feel at ease. She has worked in everything from small, spotless rooms, furnished with reclining, leather chairs, to the

  • Former sergeant leaves new mark on Airmen

    With the steady hands of a surgeon and the focus of a seasoned painter, the artist's dedication is evident with every precise placement of his needle. Like a perfectly choreographed dance routine he hypnotically etches out his image to the rhythmic buzzing of his needle, all the while looking away

  • Airmen, family members put the pedal to the metal

    Members from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., and their families gathered at the Southwestern International Raceway to find out who would be bringing home the trophy at a drag racing tournament May 30."Two years ago, when Colonel Cherrey, 355th Fighter Wing commander, first arrived at D-M, we

  • Going against the current: the pros and cons of living at the Marina

    The muffled sound of water rapping on the hull of a ship can be heard all around. Gulls hover over head, gliding against the consistent breeze from the water. The smell of brine fills the moist, crisp air. For some, this is a dream vacation; for a few, it is home.Tech. Sgt. Matthew Pierce lives on

  • Command chief named 'most influential' in Southern Arizona

    Chief Master Sgt. Vincent Howard, 355th Fighter Wing command chief, was honored as one of the 25 Most Influential African Americans in Southern Arizona at a ceremony in Tucson, Ariz., May 26. The event was hosted by the Tucson-Southern Arizona Black Chamber of Commerce and recognized African

  • The Patriot Files: Dear, Airman

    Editor's Note: This story is part of an ongoing series highlighting service members with exceptional experiences throughout their military careers.The barracks were practically empty, but Airman Kevin Mastin sat alone at his desk, hunched over a college algebra book, studying. All his friends had

  • Outpatient records affects many, impacts all

    Although many organizations on base have a direct effect on the mission, there are few that are as important to the health of the Holloman Air Force Base populace as the 49th Medical Support Squadron.Even though members of the squadron distribute vaccinations, administer physical health assessments

  • From special ops to special hobby: master sergeant works, wheels

    A 20-year master sergeant with more than 25 deployments finds an unusual way to relieve stress and blow off steam: four-wheeling and rock crawling, a hobby that has recently landed him and his truck on the cover of one of the most popular four-wheeling magazines in the country.Master Sgt. James