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Oct. 18, 2023
Vandenberg Hosts First Purdue Global Extension Office on a Military Base and Welcomes Four Full-Time Schools

The Vandenberg Space Force Base Education Center, operated under the 30th Force Support Squadron, held an open house Oct. 4, 2023, to introduce four schools that are now open and will maintain a full-time presence on base.
Oct. 17, 2023
Major Gen. Randall Kitchens, Department of the Air Force Chief of Chaplains visits Vandenberg

(From left to right) U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Bohnsack, Space Launch 30 chaplain, Major Gen. Randall Kitchens, Department of the Air Force chief of chaplains, U.S. Space Force Col. Mark Shoemaker, SLD 30 commander, U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Sadie Chambers, DAF Religious Affairs
Oct. 17, 2023
Sparky Brings Awareness During Fire Prevention Week at Vandenberg

Sparky the Firedog, the National Fire Protection Association mascot, waves at drivers entering the Santa Maria Gate at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 13, 2023. Throughout Fire Prevention Week each October, Sparky serves as a reminder for those entering the installation on the importance
Oct. 16, 2023
Knowledge is Prevention: Vandenberg Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Lunch and Learn

Shelly Nowland, Lompoc Valley Mammography Department technician, speaks at a Breast Cancer Awareness Lunch and Learn event hosted at the Pacific Coast Club at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 3, 2023. Breast Cancer Awareness month is recognized the month of October and is used to raise
Oct. 13, 2023
Vandenberg Welcomes Home a Veterans Honor Flight at Santa Maria Airport

Local military and community members welcomes home Korean and Vietnam War veterans, who returned to the central coast after taking part in an honor flight trip to Washington D.C.
Oct. 12, 2023
Space Launch Delta 30 Public Affairs Offers New Online System to Submit Support Requests

Space Launch Delta 30 (SLD 30) Public Affairs is stepping into the digital age with an innovative solution to simplify and expedite work order requests for photo, video, audio, graphics, media, and editorial support. The introduction of the PA Productivity Portal, or P3, marks a significant
Oct. 12, 2023
Regional Economic Action Coalition Visits Vandenberg

U.S. Space Force Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, Tom Stevens, SLD 30 executive director, members from the Regional Economic Action Coalition (REACH), government officials and representatives from academia met Sept. 15, 2023, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. In addition to
Oct. 12, 2023
Col. Victor Moncrieffe Visits Vandenberg

U.S. Air Force Col. Victor Moncrieffe, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center commander at Detachment 1, listens to a brief from Security Forces members during a South Base tour at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Sept. 18, 2023. During Col. Moncrieffe’s visit, he toured many
Oct. 12, 2023
Chief Vasquez Retires from Air Force After 24 Years of Service

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Sonora Vasquez, 30th Force Support Squadron senior enlisted leader, gives a speech at her retirement ceremony Sept. 29, 2023, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. Vasquez retired from the U.S. Air Force after 24 years of service. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior
Oct. 3, 2023
2023 POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony

The Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 1356, hosts a 24-hour POW/MIA remembrance event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023. Participants covered over 100 miles rucking, walking, and running in honor of our missing brothers and sisters who've yet to return home. (U.S. Space