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Honoring a hero

LOS OSOS, Calif.-- A joint honor guard transports Navy Commander Duane Wolfe's casket to the Los Osos Memorial Gardens cemetery June 2. Commander Wolfe was killed by a roadside bomb outside of Fallujah, Iraq May 25. Commander Wolfe, a Naval Reservist, worked at Vandenberg as the civilian deputy for the 30th Mission Support Group.(U.S. Air Force Photo/ Senior Airman Stephanie Longoria)

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Honoring a hero

LOS OSOS, Calif, -- Mourners come to say their final farewell to fallen Navy Commander Duane Wolfe June 2 at a Memorial Ceremony held in Los Osos Calif. Commander Wolfe, a member of the Navy Reserves, was the civilian deputy commander of the 30th Mission Support Group at Vandenberg. (Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Vanessa Valentine)

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Honoring a hero

LOS OSOS, Calif.-- Cindi Wolfe, wife of Commander Duane Wolfe, is escorted by Col Richard Wright, 30th Mission Support Group commander, to the Los Osos Memorial Gardens June 2. Commander Wolfe was killed by a roadside bomb outside of Fallujah, Iraq May 25. Commander Wolfe, a Naval Reservist, worked at Vandenberg as the civilian deputy for the 30th Mission Support Group. (U.S. Air Force Photo/ Senior Airman Stephanie Longoria)

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Grilling the experts

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Learing from a professional, 2nd Lt. Jessie Tiffany, a Space 100 student with the 392nd Training Squadron, receives career advice from 381st Training Group instructor Capt. Barry Mitchell about her new assignment to Malmstrom AFB, Mont., during a squadron burger burn here May 19. The cookout is traditionally held for students after they receive their new assignments.(U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Matthew Plew)

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Healthy balance of activites

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif.-- Twelve-year-old Khamis Peoples participates in balance beam exercises during gymnastics class at the youth center here April 23. Khamis excels in school, sports and is involved in numerous community programs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

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Recognition of service

VISALIA, Calif. -- Air Force veteran Michael McKinney thanks his wife Bertha McKinney for her support and advocacy that led to his receipt of a Purple Heart April 13. Mr. McKinney earned the medal when he was injured by a mortar attack during the Vietnam War. Due to paperwork issues, he was delayed receiving the medal for 41 years. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

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Recognition of service

VISALIA, Calif. -- After a 41 year wait, Air Force veteran Michael McKinney is presented with a Purple Heart by 30th Space Wing commander Col. David Buck April 13. Mr. McKinney earned the medal when he was injured by a mortar attack during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

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High-five for fire safety

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Sparky the Dog interacts with children like Kloe Hendricks during Fire Safety Day April 10 at Cocheo Park here. Sparky and Smokey the Bear were on hand at the event to better teach children about the dangers of fire and how they should react to a fire. The 30th Civil Engineer Squadron's fire departmet hosted the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

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Care bear

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Kloe Hendricks learns a little about fire safety from Smokey the Bear during Fire Safety Day at Cocheo Park here April 10. The event, which was hosted by the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron's fire department, was held to teach children about the dangers of fire and how to react if around one. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

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Frisbee tournament

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Lt. Col. Michael Dombrowski, the 30th Space Communications Squadron commander, defends Airman Randolph Patterson, also with 30th SCS, during an ultimate Frisbee match April 3 at the base track. Sports days are one of the many events used to build moral within squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Antoinette Lyons)

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Frisbee tournament

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Senior Airman Morgan Cooley, a 30th Space Communications Squadron computer security manager, passes a Frisbee to a teammate during an ultimate Frisbee match held April 3 at the base track. Sports days are one of the many events used to build moral within squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Antoinette Lyons)

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EOD

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Members of the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal team destroy a cache of expired munitions during a controlled detonation at the EOD range Jan. 1. here. (U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Matthew Plew)

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Autism

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Signs of autism can be present in children as young as 18 months. Concerned parents should first contact their physician to conduct a screening. (Courtesy photo)

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Up, up and away

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif.-- Anthoney Kilgore of the 576th Flight Test Squadron shoots a layup over a defender during a pick-up basketball game at the base gym. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Antoinette Lyons)

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Happy Holidays

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- 30th Space Wing Public Affairs wishes a happy holiday season to Vandenberg Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration)

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Thor reunion

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Col. David Buck, 30th Space Wing commander, speaks with Chief Master Sgt. (Ret.) Roy Stovall during the Thor Reunion Tour at the Space Launch Complex 2 on Tuesday. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Jonathan Olds)

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Vandenberg at a glance

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Family and friends of Marine Cpl. Joseph J. Heredia, who died in Fallujah, Iraq, walk to the track before participating in A Run to Remember on Nov. 10. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Jonathan Olds)

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Domestic Awareness Month

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. Command Chief Master Sergeant Cari Kent, 30th Space Wing, witnesses the signing of the Domestic Violence Awareness memorandum by Colonel David Buck, 30th Space Wing commander. Domestic violence awareness was highlighted in the month of October. However, leadership wants to remind everyone this problem is not confined to a specific timeframe. We must all remain sensitive to the issue and be responsive in helping those who suffer from domestic violence. (U.S. Air Force Photo/ Senior Airman Nichole Roberts)

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CFC

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- 1st Lt. Jason Ross, 30th Force Support Squadron, participates in the Combined Federal Campaign kickoff Oct. 14 at Cocheo Park. The CFC will be taking donations until Dec. 15. (Airman 1st Class Antionette Lyons)

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Anger management

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- An Airman uses a heavy bag to manage anger and relieve stress. Many different mechanisms can be used to effectively control someones anger. For more information on anger management contact the Airman and Family Readiness Center. (Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Nichole Roberts)

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