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Oct. 23, 2023
Annual Military Appreciation BBQ at Vandenberg

U.S. Air Force volunteers prepare BBQ brisket at Cocheo Park for the annual Military Appreciation BBQ event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 19, 2023. During the annual Military Appreciation BBQ, hundreds of active-duty airmen, guardians, and the families of deployed members attended the
Oct. 20, 2023
Director of Korean Intelligence Agency Visits Vandenberg

U.S. Space Force Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, salutes Lt. Gen. Se Jun Jang, director of the Korean Intelligence Agency, and his staff pose for a photo outside the Space Launch Delta 30 Headquarters building at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023. During Jun
Oct. 20, 2023
30th Medical Group’s Spouse Open House

U.S. Air Force Col. Brent Cunningham, 30th Medical Group commander, welcomes military spouses to a 30th MDG Spouse Open House at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 17, 2023. The Spouse Open House is intended to introduce military spouses to the MDG’s resources and capabilities. (U.S. Space
Oct. 20, 2023
Vandenberg’s 11th Annual Exotic Car Show 2023

Space Launch Delta 30th Force Support Squadron, the Ferrari Club, veterans, and retirees display their vehicles at the Pacific Coast Club at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023. Vandenberg’s 11th Annual Exotic Car Show showcased vehicles at the PCC to support military members and
Oct. 20, 2023
Central Coast AirFest 2023

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon “Viper” climbs into the sky following a high-speed pass during the Central Coast AirFest at the Santa Maria Airport in Santa Maria, Calif., Oct. 14, 2023. U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demo Team commander, flies the aircraft and leads the
Oct. 19, 2023
Welcoming Vandenberg’s Second Ever Senior Enlisted Leader: Chief Master Sgt. Johnny “Jay” Harris

As a leadership transition unfolds at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., the spotlight now shines on U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sgt. Johnny "Jay" Harris as he steps into the role of Space Launch Delta 30’s second-ever senior enlisted leader.
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