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Jan. 28, 2026
Vandenberg Continues Dune Restoration Project

Vandenberg’s 30th Civil Engineer Squadron works on dune treatment during the dune restoration project at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 21, 2026.
Jan. 25, 2026
Vandenberg Supports Launch of Starlink 17-20 Mission

A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Starlink 17-20 mission launches from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2026. The Starlink 17-20 mission marked the fifth launch and test mission from Vandenberg SFB in 2026.
Jan. 23, 2026
Vandenberg's Hawk of the Week Award on January 21st

U.S. Space Force Col. Dorian Hatcher, left, Space Launch Delta 30 deputy commander, presents Vandenberg’s Hawk of the Week Award to Senior Airman Cristian Hacker, right, 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, during a weekly installation leadership meeting at Vandenberg Space
Jan. 22, 2026
SLD 30 3rd and 4th Quarter Awards

Space Launch Delta 30 members pose for a group photo after receiving awards at the 3rd and 4th quarter award ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 21, 2026. The award ceremony recognized the work ethic and excellence of individuals and teams within the Delta.
Jan. 14, 2026
Vandenberg Environmental Team Conducts Western Snowy Plover Winter Survey

Vandenberg Environmental Team conducts Western Snowy Plover winter survey conducted at Surf Beach at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 13, 2025. Vandenberg’s environmental conservation efforts are maintained by a team of 40 civilians and contractors — the largest environmental team in the
Jan. 12, 2026
Vandenberg Celebrates New USSF Senior Master Sergeants

Vandenberg Celebrates New USSF Senior Master Sergeants at the Senior Master Sergeant release party held on Jan. 9, 2025. This year, the Space Force has selected 37 master sergeant Guardians for promotion to senior master sergeant, 2 of which are from Vandenberg SFB.
Dec. 29, 2025
Forged on the West Coast: SLD 30 Guardians, Airmen take home third place at 2025 Guardian Arena competition

Space Launch Delta 30 Guardians and Airmen, assigned to Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, competed in the third annual Guardian Arena competition at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, Dec. 8-9, 2025. During Guardian Arena, two SLD 30 three-person teams faced off against 35 counterparts from
Dec. 27, 2025
Space Force Officer Leads DAF Women’s Rugby Team to Historic Championship Victory

U.S. Space Force Maj. Adekunbi Adewunmi, stationed at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., made history by coaching the Department of the Air Force (DAF) women’s rugby team to their first-ever championship victory at the Royal Australian Air Force, Royal New Zealand Air Force, and U.S. Department of
Dec. 22, 2025
Vandenberg Hosts Base Tour for San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce

Vandenberg Hosts Base Tour for San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Dec. 19, 2025. The tour group was introduced to numerous facilities on base including the Space Launch Delta 30 headquarters building, Remote Launch Control Center, Pacific Coast Club, and
Dec. 17, 2025
Vandenberg Hosts the 2025 Holiday Parade

Vandenberg Hosts the 2025 Holiday Parade at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Dec. 15, 2025. Base leadership participate in the parade annually to celebrate the holiday season with the community.