Out with the old, in with the future!

The Vandenberg Lodge moved out of its old 1942 building June 25, 2013 for a newer, brighter building. It was difficult for the lodging team to give a first great impression to visitors when they where scrunched up with no open space or welcoming appearance, especially those who stayed in the

Celebrating the young at Salute to Youth

Wide open spaces packed with children and parents enjoyed the circus theme of the fourth annual Salute to Youth event with lots of free food, prizes, games, live music and a children's clown costume contest at the base's Youth Center. Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013, marked the anniversary of the Salute to

Getting educated on education

AFSPC command chief, Vandenberg Airmen talk AF future

The Air Force Space Command command chief visited with Vandenberg Airmen of diverse skill sets July 31 in separate sessions throughout the day, and a few common questions emerged.Chief Master Sgt. Douglas McIntyre, AFSPC command chief, spoke to Airmen about a variety of topics and trending questions

30th SFS Airman ‘high speed’

Air Force Space Command's Public Affairs deputy director sent a memo to all AFSPC public affairs units requesting a 400-word essay and a photograph of an 'outstanding Airman' from their respective bases. Without a moment of hesitation, Chief Master Sgt. Ryan Peterson, 30th Space Wing command chief,

Furlough off: Vandenberg civilians back to full-time

Vandenberg civilians received good news Tuesday after Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced via press release that furlough days would be reduced from 11 to six days.Furlough days began in July and were originally expected to last for 11 consecutive weeks. With the new guidance, Vandenberg

Pentagon cuts furlough days from 11 to 6

Hundreds of thousands of Defense Department civilian employees who have had to take a weekly unpaid day off from work since July 8 are getting some relief, as the total number of furlough days has been reduced from 11 to six, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced Aug.6. Officials are briefing

AF Week in photos

This week's photos feature Airmen around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. View the slideshow.

AF upgrades official website

The official website of the U.S. Air Force is taking a step forward in the information age Aug. 2 with a new look and greater functionality for today's Internet user. The latest version of Air Force Link boasts features that make it more accessible including mobile device and computer software

30th WSA sounds retreat