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  • HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah - - Danielle Balmer (Special Agent Balmer's widow) accepts a Purple Heart from Brig. Gen Dana A. Simmons, Air Force Office of Special Investigations commander, during a memorial tribute for Tech. Sgt. (Special Agent) Ryan A. Balmer, from the AFOSI Detachment 113 at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. Agent Balmer was killed Tuesday in Kirkuk, Iraq, by an improvised explosive device that detonated near his convoy. Agent Balmer is the fourth casualty from Hill AFB since Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom began. Hundreds attended a 1 p.m. memorial tribute June 8, at Hangar 37 today. Photo by Alex Lloyd

    Hill AFB holds memorial service

  • The Hill AFB Motorcycle Safety Course can save lives. Photo by Staff Sgt. Orley Tyrell

    Motorcycle safety saves Hill AFB life

    Riding a motorcycle is an activity that many Americans will participate in during the 101 critical days of summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day. As the gas prices and temperatures continue to rise, many Airmen feel there is no better time to hop on their bikes. But before they do, there are a few things all motorcyclists should consider before
  • Senior Airman James Thompson, Senior Airman Luis Quesada and Senior Airman Clint Smith made up this year’s Hill Air Force team who compete at the annual U.S. Air Force Lineman Rodeo at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. Photos by Beth Young

    Hill AFB Airmen place at Air Force Lineman Rodeo

    Climbing to the top of 45-foot poles is all in a day's work for 75th Civil Engineer Squadron electricians, nevertheless, these everyday skills have recently earned a team from Hill Air Force Base second place in the fifth annual U.S. Air Force Lineman Rodeo at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. "The main reason we want to send a team is to increase
  • Retired Utah Air National Guard Maj. Alden Rigby, Bountiful, was inducted into the Utah Aviation Hall of Fame during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Hill Aerospace Museum.

    Bountiful “Ace” joins Hall of Fame

    Retired Utah Air National Guard Maj. Alden Rigby, Bountiful, was inducted into the Utah Aviation Hall of Fame during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Hill Aerospace Museum. Major Rigby was selected from more than 20 Utah aviators considered for the honor. The major will be the 21st member of the hall of fame. "This is the ultimate in a fighter pilot,
  • Brigadier General Kathleen Close

    Brig. Gen. Close named new Ogden Air Logistics Center leader

    Brig. Gen. Kathleen D. Close has been selected to become the next commander of the Ogden Air Logistics Center. General Close is currently the Director of Maintenance within the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Installations and Mission Support, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. She will succeed Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Sullivan, who was

  • Hill AFB general nominated for third star

    Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates announced Tuesday that the President has nominated Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Sullivan, commander of the Ogden Air Logistics Center here, for the rank of lieutenant general and to become the Deputy Chief of Staff, Installations, Logistics, and Mission Support, at Headquarters United States Air Force, Pentagon,
  • Members of the Hill Air Force Base ice hockey team (dark jerseys) attempt to clear the puck from their defensive zone during Sunday’s game at the Weber County Ice Sheet, Ogden, Utah. The Hill AFB team competes in a community league against other teams with varying talent levels. The talent level of the competition on Sunday was extremely high as the Hill AFB team lost the game 4-12. The team is waiting to find out when its first playoff game will be held. As of press time for the Hilltop Times, the team expects to play Sunday, but the time is uncertain. Keep reading the Hilltop Times for ice hockey coverage as Hill AFB makes a run in the playoffs. (Photo by Margarita Smith)

    Hill's hockey team

  • Master Sgt. Michael Robinett gives Benjamin Edwards, with his mom Nancy, his sixth month check up. Each year, nurses are honored for their contributions the second week in May. Photo by Beth Young

    National Nurse's Week promotes awareness

    This week, Hill Air Force Base is celebrating National Nurse's Week. The purpose of the week is to raise awareness of the value of nursing and help educate the public about the role nurses play in meeting the healthcare needs of the American people. "In honor of the dedication, commitment, and tireless service of the nearly 100 nurses and medical

  • Hill general nominated for third star

    Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates announced Tuesday that the President has nominated Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Sullivan, commander of the Ogden Air Logistics Center here, for the rank of lieutenant general and to become the Deputy Chief of Staff, Installations, Logistics, and Mission Support, at Headquarters United States Air Force, Pentagon,
  • The Patriot Guard Riders are a unique group of motorcyclists spread across the nation dedicated to preserving the sanctity of military funerals. The PGR attend the funeral services of fallen military members and through strictly legal and non-violent means, shield mourners from any interruptions created by protesters. Courtesy photo

    Pride Ride: Patriot Guard Riders preserve dignity of military funerals

    Members of the Patriot Guard Riders have two things in common: motorcycles and an unwavering respect for those that risk their lives for America's freedom and security. The Patriot Guard Riders are a unique group of motorcyclists spread across the nation dedicated to preserving the sanctity of military funerals. The PGR attend the funeral services
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