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Vandenberg exceeds CFC goals

Jason Welsh, Santa Barbara District Office Social Security Administration district manager, presents Capt. Jonathan Pentel, 30th Medical Group practice manager, Team Vandenberg’s Combined Federal Campaign Emerald and Golden Wings awards, April 15, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. The unit was recognized for their generous support to local, national and global communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Michael Peterson/Released)

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Small business outreach to provide options for VAFB personnel

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce will host a Small Business Outreach Event and Government Purchase Card Vendor Faire, April 15, Santa Maria, Calif. The half-day event provides an opportunity for companies to connect with base personnel and small business experts, and also gives base employees a chance to speak with more than 50 businesses about their services and products. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Jan Kays/Released)

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Airman highlight: Senior Airman Gruszka

Senior Airman Corey Gruszka, 30th Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical technician, checks the blood pressure of Senior Airman Bryce Ferland, 30th MDOS aerospace medical technician. Gruszka plays an integral role in the physical upkeep of Team V personnel, ensuring they remain healthy and mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robert J. Volio/Released)

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Air Force Honor Guard trains Vandenberg Honor Guard

New Vandenberg honor guardsmen perform a simulated funeral ceremony during their graduation ceremony April 1, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Graduates demonstrated their training in colors, firing squad and pallbearer. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos/Released)

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Air Force Honor Guard trains Vandenberg Honor Guard

Vandenberg honor guardsmen perform a simulated funeral ceremony during their graduation ceremony April 1, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. The graduation performance included a flag detail, rifle volley and pallbearers for friends, family and unit commanders. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos/Released)

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Air Force Honor Guard trains Vandenberg Honor Guard

Members of the Vandenberg Honor Guard pay respect by presenting arms in a demonstration of a funeral ceremony during training March 25, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Honor guardsmen promote the Air Force mission by showcasing drill performances at public and military venues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos/Released)

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Air Force Honor Guard trains Vandenberg Honor Guard

A Vandenberg Honor Guard member pay respect by presenting arms in a demonstration of a funeral ceremony during training March 25, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Honor guardsmen promote the Air Force mission by showcasing drill performances at public and military venues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos/Released)

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Air Force Honor Guard trains Vandenberg Honor Guard

Staff Sgt. April Spilde, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard training instructor, trains new honor guardsmen how to perform a flag folding detail March 25, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Members of the Air Force Honor Guard from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C. regularly provide specialized training to base level honor guard members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos/Released)

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Air Force Honor Guard trains Vandenberg Honor Guard

Members of the Vandenberg Honor Guard pay respect by presenting arms in a demonstration of a funeral ceremony during training March 25, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Honor guardsmen promote the Air Force mission by showcasing drill performances at public and military venues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos/Released)

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Air Force Honor Guard trains Vandenberg Honor Guard

Members of the Vandenberg Honor Guard pay respect by presenting arms in a demonstration of a funeral ceremony during training March 25, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Honor guardsmen promote the Air Force mission by showcasing drill performances at public and military venues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos/Released)

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Vandenberg operating services set for makeover

Beginning May 1, Vandenberg telephone operator services will be eliminated and replaced by new, automated customer service phone lines. When customers call 805-606-1110 for information, they will now be greeted with an automated voice tree service that will prompt them to choose a number for the office they are trying to contact and the phone tree will connect them automatically. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Jan Kays/Released)

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Behind the rank: Colonel Schollars

Col. Todd Schollars, 30th Mission Support Group commander, continually demonstrates his leadership qualities by engaging his Airmen where they work. Despite his positional status as a group commander, Schollars says the wellness of his subordinates has and will always be a top priority. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Jan Kays/Released)

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Italian AF visit

U.S. Air Force Col. John W. Giles, commander, 614th Air Operations Center and Joint Space Operations Center Director, explains the history behind a piece of space debris displayed at the JSpOC during a visit and tour by representatives of the Italian Ministry of Defense, Mar. 5, 2015. Italian Air Force Maj. Gen. Giovanni Fantuzzi, Italian Ministry of Defense - Defense and Defense Cooperation Attaché, Italian Air Force Col. Roberto Vittori, Italian Astronaut and Advisor on Space, and Italian Air Force Col. Giovanni Adamo, Italian Ministry of Defense - Air Force Attaché met with U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond, 14th Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space Commander, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Steven D. Garland, vice commander, 14th AF, and U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Brian B. Brown, deputy commander, JFCC Space, during the visit to discuss opportunities for continued cooperation between the United States and Italy in support of space operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Michael Peterson/Released)

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Italian AF visit

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond, 14th Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space Commander, stands with Italian Air Force Maj. Gen. Giovanni Fantuzzi, currently assigned to the Italian Embassy in Washington D.C. as the Italian Ministry of Defense - Defense and Defense Cooperation Attaché, Italian Air Force Col. Roberto Vittori, Italian Astronaut and Advisor on Space, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Steven D. Garland, vice commander, 14th AF, Italian Air Force Col. Giovanni Adamo, Italian Ministry of Defense - Air Force Attaché, and U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Brian B. Brown, deputy commander, JFCC Space during a visit to the Joint Space Operations Center at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., Mar. 5, 2015. During their visit, the Italian delegation toured the JSpOC and Western Range Operations Control Center and met with senior leadership to discuss opportunities for continued cooperation between the United States and Italy in support of space operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Michael Peterson/Released)

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MICT provides insight for users

The Management Internal Control Tool is used to show complete transparency and deficiency trend data to commanders, Major Commands, and Air Force Headquarters. It standardizes the self-assessment process and guides program managers in making sound decisions for correcting deficiencies. (courtesy graphic)

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Military Saves Week promotes smart spending, saving for Airmen

Vandenberg’s Airman and Family Readiness Center recently kicked off its annual “Military Saves Week,” Feb. 23 through 27. Throughout the week, base personnel have been showing up to a variety of classes designed to educate attendees on concepts such as developing spending plans, managing credit and debit accounts, preventing identity theft and scams and creating financial aid and retirement plans. (courtesy graphic)

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14th AF commander tours Vandenberg

Lt. Gen. John Raymond, Commander, 14th Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space, recognizes Staff Sgt. Shawn Acre, 30th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, and Senior Airman Dao Countess, 30th Operations Support Squadron range weather forecaster, during a base all call, Feb. 17, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Acre and Countess were recognized amongst their peers for their commitment to Vandenberg’s mission. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Robert J. Volio/Released)

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14th AF commander tours Vandenberg

Staff Sgt. Robert Coleman, 4th Space Launch Squadron facility manager, greets Lt. Gen. John Raymond, Commander, 14th Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space, during a base tour, Feb. 17, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. The tour highlighted several base support organizations such as the 30th Security Forces Squadron and 30th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Robert J. Volio/Released)

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14th AF commander tours Vandenberg

Staff Sgt. Rian Hudson and Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Hawkinson, 30th Security Forces Squadron small unmanned aircraft systems operations, demonstrate unmanned aerial aircraft capabilities to Lt. Gen. John Raymond, Commander, 14th Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space, during a base tour, Feb. 17, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. The model of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle employed at Vandenberg, known as Raven-B/DDL, requires two security forces operators and is utilized for its ample reconnaissance capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Robert J. Volio/Released)

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14th AF commander tours Vandenberg

Wayne Moses, 30th Security Force Squadron conservation law enforcement officer, briefs Lt. Gen. John Raymond, Commander, 14th Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space, during a base tour, Feb. 17, 2015, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Moses explained the various capabilities of the conservation office. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Robert J. Volio/Released)

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