Two former Airmen inducted into Astronaut Hall of Fame

Two retired Airmen were recently inducted into the NASA's Astronaut Hall of Fame during a ceremony May 5 at the Kennedy Space Center, Fla.Retired Gen. Kevin Chilton and retired Col. Charles Precourt, along with Franklin Chang Diaz, were the 11th group of astronauts inducted, which brings the total

Vandenberg Airmen march on Torrance in Armed Forces Day Parade

Some 25 Airmen from Vandenberg Air Force Base stepped out for the public in the 53rd Annual Armed Forces Day Parade here May 19.Vandenberg members used the day as an opportunity to show their appreciation for the support received by the community."With this we gave them a thank you," said Master

Vandenberg launch mission showcased during Armed Forces Day festivities

Approximately six representatives from Vandenberg Air Force Base manned a static display booth, highlighting various aspects of the 30th Space Wing's mission, in support of the 53rd Annual Armed Forces Day here May 18 - 20.Exhibits from each branch of the United States military were displayed

Active duty service commitment waiver request window closing soon

Active duty Airmen who would like to retire or separate but have an active duty service commitment that prevents them from doing so may be eligible for a waiver, said Lt. Col. Tara White, Air Force Personnel Center retirements and separations chief."We announced this opportunity last December as one

'Pink slime' products to be permanently removed from commissary shelves

In recent weeks, "pink slime" oozed from the headlines.While commissary officials assure customers that the lean finely textured beef antibacterial process has been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration for decades, the officials made the decision

Expanded Palace Chase applications due June 1

Some active duty officers who are unable to separate because of an active duty service commitment may still be able to take advantage of the Expanded Palace Chase program, said Lt. Col. Tara White, Air Force Personnel Center retirements and separations chief."This isn't a new program," White said,

30 SFS joins local police in Lompoc display

For the love of the game

Some call it a game, others consider it a pastime. Still others deem it entertainment. Regardless of the label, sports are a part of everyday life for many Airmen. This love for the game motivated one Vandenberg Airman to apply for the chance to compete for the All-Air Force Women's Volleyball Team.

Hawks pedal for enviromental awareness

Police week kicks off with a bang