• Children enjoy rain forest adventures in Chapel VBS program

    Last week, the Base Chapel transformed into a rain forest oasis during the evenings as it hosted its annual Vacation Bible School camp Aug. 2-6. The projected date for next year's VBS is Aug. 1 through Aug. 5.This year's VBS theme was "SonQuest Rainforest" and the newly renovated chapel, as well as

  • Retiree Appreciation Day to update on TriCare and legislation

    On Aug. 27, the Retiree Activities Office will be hosting the 35th annual Retiree Appreciation Day at the direction of the installation commander. The event, which will begin at 8:30 a.m. with registration and end at 3 p.m., will take place in the Club Hill ballroom and offer resources and

  • Families prepare as school days approach

    Families prepare as school days approachIt's that time again -- time to count down to the first day of school. Along with all the excitement of new clothes, school supplies and getting to see old friends again, parents and children should also keep in mind a few safety tips as well.While the school

  • 'Can't help but look up'

    A service held July 16 to rededicate the Hill Chapel had at least seven spiritual leaders of various faiths directly participating in the ceremony with Chaplain (Brig. Gen.) David Cyr, Deputy Chief of Chaplains, as keynote speaker.The chapel, laid out in oak paneling of a light golden hue, matching

  • AFMC civilians set for Sept. 12 transition from NSPS

    The majority of Air Force Materiel Command employees covered under the National Security Personnel System will transition to the General Schedule beginning Sept. 12, the final of four phases within the Air Force that began on July 4. This conversion out of NSPS was mandated by the Fiscal 2010

  • AADD adds program for the military through Yellow Cab, effective July 2

    Airmen Against Drunk Driving will activate the Last Resort Ride Home, or LRRH program, July 2.The program provides Airmen with a free and safe ride home using the Yellow Cab taxi company."This will be an option, but it should be a last resort option," said Senior Airman, Zahira Martinez, AADD