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  • First Sergeants at The Rock: Supporting the mission at every level

    In the fast-paced environment of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, first sergeants are the cornerstone of mission readiness and the well-being of Airmen under their care within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility (AOR). Affectionately known as the Diamonds on the Rock, these dedicated,

  • RTAs strengthen resilience across Grand Forks AFB

    In order to build combat-ready airmen, the Air Force Enlisted Force Development Action Plan states that airmen must form resilience-building habits that focus on connection among the mind, body, spirit and relationships. Comprehensive Airman Fitness provides a framework for this concept that focuses

  • Pilot enters fitness competition, boosts resiliency

    Air Force PT tests have been suspended for over a year, and for Airmen like Lt. Col. Aaron Jones, finding motivation during the new normal became its own test. Jones entered into the Organization of Competition Bodies No Gear pro-am in Greensboro, North Carolina, under the Men’s Physique category.

  • The science of mind and body: A successful combination for one Airman

    When Dalton McIntire was a freshman in high school, he spent a lot of time lifting weights in his school’s gym. For him, it was a way to increase stamina, strengthen his workout routine, and further build on his abilities on the baseball field. It wasn’t until about four years ago after he enlisted

  • There for you: Creech Chaplains put the RST in ‘Present’

    You may see them on a routine visit to your squadron, or as a fly on the wall at a commander’s call. You may see them speak at a retirement, promotion, town hall or even a change of command ceremony. Every Creech Chaplain wants you to know that they will, above all, make themselves available when

  • Cop for a Day: AFTAC Airmen learn role of base Security Forces

    Members of the Air Force Technical Applications Center here spent a day with Airmen of the 45th Security Forces Squadron to learn more about the law enforcement officers who patrol and protect the installation and its most critical resource: the people.Eighteen military and civilian personnel of

  • AF band member offers resiliency with free guitar lessons

    In line with the Comprehensive Airman Fitness model, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright says resiliency initiatives are a top priority for the Air Force. “A focus on resiliency ensures Airmen and their families are fully equipped with the necessary tools, support system and

  • Units make DUIs personal

    For most people, September 9, 2011, was just like any other day. The weather was warm and the sun was out as summer was winding down.However, for Todd and Jaimi Calfee, that is one day they and their family will never forget as a drunk driver took the life of their daughter, Alexis, and her

  • 10,000 and counting; DTC here to serve more re-deployers

    The Air Force Deployment Transition Center is continuing to push forth its mission to support the Air Force’s most valuable assets: Airmen.The deployment decompression facility, which recently marked the arrival of its 10,000th redeployer on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, aims to help Airmen coming

  • Video Games, Alcohol, & Exercise: How much is too much?

    If I were to ask you what video games, alcohol, and exercise have in common, what would you tell me? I imagine a few of the responses I’d get would be something like:“One works your muscles, one works your hand/eye coordination, and one works your liver.”“It’s advisable to avoid combining all three

  • CAF day: Moody socializes to build morale

    Team Moody participated in a Comprehensive Airman Fitness day. The day was designed for Airmen to develop and maintain relationships showcased through various socializing events. Airmen networked hobbies and made friends by visiting the stations of their interests to include dancing, medieval

  • CAF Month fitness challenges

    Desert Lightning Team Airmen participated in multiple fitness challenges to conclude D-M AFB’s Comprehensive Airmen Fitness Month, March 31.The 355th Civil Engineer Squadron’s explosive ordnance disposal and fire emergency service flights hosted the Fire Department Fitness Challenge and the 355th