Keeping social networks free-speech friendly

So, you think Facebook, MySpace and Twitter are just for fun and games? Think again. Since Department of Defense officials authorized military personnel to use these sites, social networking has become serious business. With every new freedom comes new boundaries and more opportunities to get into

AFI 36-2301 outlines new developmental education guidance

Air Force Instruction 36-2301, establishing policy and responsibility for developmental education, has undergone substantial revision, officials said Aug. 13.In addition to language governing attendance, eligibility, selection and removal criteria, the revised instruction provides procedures for

Vandenberg hosts CDC groundbreaking ceremony

Team Vandenberg held a groundbreaking ceremony at the construction site for a new Child Development Center here Aug. 18.The $13 million, 23,390-square-foot facility will include infant, pre-toddler, toddler and pre-school rooms as well as kitchen, administrative, lobby and outdoor play areas. "What

U.S. mission in Iraq officially changes Sept. 1

A fundamental shift will take place at the end of the month in the mission of U.S. forces in Iraq, a Pentagon official said Aug. 19.The change in mission from Operation Iraqi Freedom to Operation New Dawn reflects the improvement in conditions in Iraq and officially will end the U.S. combat mission

Vandenberg firefighters host annual Kids Fire Camp

Raising $16,000 for kids - priceless

Drivers be cautious, school is back in session

As summer comes to a close and children begin to head back to school, the 30th Space Wing Ground Safety Office reminds base personnel to drive vigilantly, on and off base, with safety in mind. Vandenberg has entered the 13th week of the Air Force's 101 Critical Days of Summer Campaign and this

Commander registers ID card with DBIDS

8,800 Air Force employees transition out of NSPS

The first two waves of Air Force employees have successfully converted out of the National Security Personnel System, leaving less than 30,000 to make the transition.Approximately 8,800 employees were converted out of NSPS during phases I and II on July 4 and July 18. Phases III and IV are scheduled

Civilians given 60-day access to records after separating

Air Force Civilian Service employees are now able to access their electronic Official Personnel Folder for up to 60 days following their date of separation.This new capability allows employees to log into the AFPC Secure website from a personal computer using a user ID and password and download a