Updated Professional Development Guide available online

The latest version of the Air Force Professional Development Guide is now available online for all Airmen. The 500 page, 30.8 MB document is of particular interest to enlisted Airmen in the ranks of staff sergeant through senior master sergeant who want to begin studying for their next promotion

Organization honors Vandenberg for space contributions

Vandenberg was honored as a historic aerospace site at a ceremony March 30 at the Missile-V, here. Nine years ago, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics started a program to honor historical sites that have contributed to the space community. Although most of the sites are in the

Curb alcohol abuse with help from TRICARE

It only takes one. A single drink can have multiple effects on an individual. Depending on the person, these could include difficulty walking, blurred vision, slurred speech, slowed reaction times or impaired memory. Those are just a few of the short-term effects. Heavy drinking over a long period

Vandenberg runs to stay fit for the fight

NGeS system simplifies VAFB workflows

Vandenberg introduced the Next Generation eStaffing online computer system here March 30. "The system will greatly change the operation of workflows around Vandenberg for the better," said Senior Airman DeShawn Little, a 30th Space Communications Squadron knowledge operation manager. "The system

Space, missile Soldiers hold conference at Vandenberg

The Army's Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command held its annual Senior Enlisted Leaders Training Course here March 23-27. Coming from posts as close as Colorado to as far as Japan, Army senior noncommissioned officers discussed everything throughout the week-long course

Vandenberg Airman honored for volunteerism

An NCO from the National Reconnaissance Office at Vandenberg was recently selected by the American Legion for the Spirit of Service award. Staff Sgt. Joshua Young won the award at the NRO level and will now compete at Air Force Space Command. The Spirit of Service award is presented to an enlisted

Base to receive $32 million from recovery act

The Air Force Space Command recently announced that Vandenberg will receive more than $32 million as a part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 signed by President Barack Obama Feb. 17. Vandenberg has designated the funds to numerous projects around the base and the local

Airman's Roll Call: Stimulus package to aid Airmen

This week's Airman's Roll Call focuses on the $1.7 billion in Defense-related appropriations through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and what effect it will have on the Air Force. With a focus on Airmen care, families and environmental stewardship, the Air Force's portion of the stimulus

AAFES-backed gift cards deliver support, peace of mind during tumultuous times

Retailers and gift card suppliers closing their doors have left thousands of Americans holding millions of dollars of worthless pre-paid plastic. Soldiers and Airmen even experienced a scare last month when a gift certificate vendor of the Department of Defense's oldest and largest exchange service,