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  • Chairman: Serious debate on security investment needed

    Americans need to have a serious debate about what it takes to defend the United States, said the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Nov. 17 here. Navy Adm. Michael G. Mullen has long proposed a floor for funding for national security of 4 percent of the gross domestic product. With the

  • Shop your commissary for Thanksgiving – it really is worth the trip!

    If you've ever wondered whether shopping the commissary really saves you money, wonder no more - the answer is a resounding yes! And, the best part is, it's backed up by cold hard facts. Each year the American Farm Bureau Federation, an independent, nongovernmental organization representing

  • Wingman Day aims to strengthen unit, Airmen morale

    Team McGuire personnel are encouraged to participate in activities around the base in support of Wingman Day Nov. 21. The day will kick off at the fitness center at 7 a.m., prior to a Warrior Run, with a leadership call by Col. Balan Ayyar, 305th Air Mobility Wing commander. "The objective of

  • McGuire KC-10 Airmen more efficient warfighters with AFSO 21

    In a combined effort to increase productivity with more efficient workplace processes, McGuire KC-10 Airmen recently collaborated with the Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century team to hold a boom operator training rapid improvement event. Overall, Air Mobility Command's goal is to improve

  • 819th GSS unveils new training facility

    After being under construction for more than a year, members from the 819th Global Support Squadron held a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 31 to commemorate the finalization of their new training facility. The new building is located in the CRW's Global Reach Deployment Center compound on Broidy Road.

  • Air Force leaders focus on 'back to basics' approach

    What is an Airman? That is a simple question answered by the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney McKinley during the Airlift/Tanker Association Convention and Symposium in Anaheim, Calif., Nov. 7. Chief McKinley said the term "Airman" includes the highest-ranking Air Force officer to the

  • McGuire High Flyers

    Congratulations to the following Airmen who scored 90 percent or better on their Career Development Course exams during the month of October. Staff Sgt. Colin Cathrew305th Civil Engineering Squadron Airman 1st Class Emily Christofaro305th Security Forces Squadron Senior Airman Adam Delabar32nd Air

  • Battlelab initiative aims to speed KC-10 cargo loading

    Though the Air Mobility Battlelab deactivated here Sept. 24, one of its final initiatives shows great potential to help KC-10 crew members do their jobs faster and decrease aircraft weight. With the KC-10 Lightweight Cargo Net and Hoist Initiative, the Air Mobility Battlelab, or AMB, sought out ways

  • It's 'Showtime at the Apollo!'

    It's "Showtime at the Apollo!" Well, kind of. The Fort Dix Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Center is hosting Apollo Night Nov. 21, 8 p.m., at Club Dix. Contestants for the talent show can register until noon Nov. 19. "Apollo Night will offer a wonderful opportunity for servicemembers (and