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Aug. 10, 2026
Vandenberg Unveils Food Donation Center

A new community space managed by base chapel volunteers dedicated for the purposes of distributing donated groceries to families in need opened at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, Aug. 10, 2026.
May 31, 2026
Santa Maria Elks Rodeo 2026

Members of Team Vandenberg participated in Military Appreciation Day at the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo in Santa Maria, Calif., May 31, 2026. The annual event honors military members, veterans and their families while bringing together the local community. This year marked the 83rd anniversary of the
March 18, 2026
Vandenberg Space Force Base Hosts Mission Update Speaker Series in Santa Barbara

U.S. Space Force leaders hosted a Vandenberg Mission Update speaker series event at the Planning Commission Hearing Room in Santa Barbara, Calif., March 17, 2026, to share information about increased launch activity at Vandenberg Space Force Base and address community questions regarding sonic
March 12, 2026
2026 State of Vandenberg

Community leaders, mission partners and military personnel gathered for the annual State of Vandenberg event at the Pacific Coast Center on Vandenberg Space Force Base, March 12, 2026.Hosted in partnership with the Santa Maria Valley and Lompoc Valley Chambers of Commerce, the event provided local
Feb. 25, 2026
Vandenberg Space Force Base Hosts Mission Update Speaker Series in Lompoc

U.S. Space Force leaders hosted the first Vandenberg Mission Update speaker series at the Dick DeWees Community and Senior Center in Lompoc, Calif., Feb. 20, 2026, to share information about increased launch activity from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The event gave community members an opportunity
Feb. 25, 2026
Santa Maria Civic Leader Tour

Space Launch Delta 30 hosted a civic leader tour for Santa Maria community leaders at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 18, 2026, to provide a closer look at the installation’s mission and future operations. During the visit, civic leaders toured launch facilities and met with Space Force
Dec. 19, 2024
Vandenberg’s Rental Partnership Program Eases Housing Costs for Military Members

To alleviate financial strain, Vandenberg has introduced the Rental Partnership Program (RPP), a Department of the Air Force initiative designed to provide significant financial relief to service members while also supporting local landlords by directing them to stable, reliable tenants.
Dec. 17, 2024
2024 Holiday Bike Giveaway

Members of the Village Dirtbags participate in helping children pick out their bikes during the Holiday Bike Giveaway in Lompoc, Calif., Dec. 14, 2024. The Village Dirtbags members worked with Main Street Cycles and the 30th Force Support Squadron’s Military and Family and Readiness Center, giving
Nov. 22, 2024
Team Vandenberg Town Hall

Team Vandenberg hosted a Town Hall at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Nov. 20, 2024. The Town Hall provided base personnel and families with updates on quality-of-life improvements, including housing initiatives from Balfour Beatty Communities, healthcare services from the 30th Medical Group,
Nov. 19, 2024
VANDENBERG POLICE RESPOND TO INCIDENT AT EAST VANDENBERG

The 30th Security Forces Squadron has issued an all-clear and lifted the shelter-in-place mandate at the East Vandenberg Solar Array and surrounding schools following reports of shots fired in the area.

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