First Sergeants go distance to share shoes

Representatives from Vandenberg's First Sergeants Association traveled to Sacramento, Calif., April 2 to drop off approximately 50 boxes full of shoes donated in support of the Shoes to Share program. Master Sgt. Tracy Tolliver, the 30th Force Support Squadron first sergeant, Master Sgt. Paul

Legal eagles descend upon Vandenberg

The 14th Air Force military justice office is hosting a Post-Trial Workshop April 8 and 9 at the Pacific Coast Club here. Legal corps Airmen from throughout the Air Force will attend the workshop, which covers everything from day-of-trial actions to the appellate process. "Each block of instruction

Vandenberg prepares for Earth Day festivities

The 30th Civil Engineer Squadron's environmental flight will host its annual Earth Day event outside of the Base Exchange April 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is designed to pique the interest of kids and adults alike. The Earth Day party will have informational exhibits, live demonstrations,

Generals discuss future issues at National Space Symposium

The commander of Air Force Space Command was the keynote speaker for the 25th National Space Symposium March 31 in Colorado Springs, Colo. "Space is no longer just the high ground. It is an integral part of the joint fight," said Gen. C. Robert "Bob" Kehler. The general is responsible for the

Firefighters train for water rescue

Vandenberg ALS graduates 12

The Vandenberg Airman Leadership School held a graduation ceremony for Class 2009-Charlie on March 31. The 12 graduates were from Vandenberg, Los Angeles AFB and the Wisconsin Air National Guard. The John L. Levitow Award went to Senior Airman Joshua Stifter of the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron.

'Space as a contested environment' debuts

A new special area of emphasis, or SAE, titled "Space as a Contested Environment," was introduced by U.S. military officials here March 30 at the 25th National Space Symposium. SAEs are established by the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to address topics of great importance to the joint

'DownRange' to cover operations in Afghanistan, Iraq

Starting April 13th the Pentagon Channel brings together the experiences and stories of those serving in Afghanistan and Iraq into a daily 15-minute newscast, "DownRange." "DownRange" succeeds the popular "Freedom Watch Afghanistan" and "Freedom Journal Iraq" news programs currently airing by

New system makes in-processing easier for Airmen

PCS In-Processing System, a new on-line in-processing system, has been implemented Air Force-wide as of April 1. PIPS currently supports most permanent change of station moves but does not have the functionality to cover accessions or a civilian PCS. The URL to be used effective April 1 is

New gym nears grand opening