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  • 305th AMW staff sergeant maintains KC-10 engines at Southwest Asia outpost

    Staff Sgt. Cory Puckett is an aerospace propulsion journeyman deployed with the 380th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Extender aircraft maintenance unit, 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, at a non-disclosed location in Southwest Asia.Puckett is deployed from the 605th Aircraft Maintenance

  • Making a difference: UC, JB MDL members help those less fortunate

    "Mommy, Daddy - I want to help those less fortunate." And with that said, 7-year-old Braiden was on a mission; he emptied his piggy bank and picked out some of his favorite clothes. He was going to help those less fortunate. Braiden's generous donation - the entire contents of his piggy bank ($4.10)

  • LEAD -- An Airman’s opportunity for education and commission

    Similar to West Point and Annapolis, the Air Force Academy is the Air Force's own four-year military academy that educates and trains young men and women in academics, leadership, military training, character and athletics. Academy graduates receive a Bachelor of Science degree and commission as a

  • Resources available for families of deployed service members

    Deployments are an unavoidable aspect of military life. "When families understand deployment and separation and utilize available services and resources, they may be less likely to encounter problems or crises they cannot handle on their own," said Melodye Giovanni, Family Advocacy outreach manager.

  • Thunderstorm, lighting safety

    Thunderstorms can be dangerous. Although many people simply worry about hail damage during thunderstorms, it is important to realize that other, often more deadly risks from thunderstorms, can come from the following. · Driving during blinding rain. · Lightning, which can strike as far as 10 miles

  • Hyperthermia: Summer's deadly friend

    It may seem like commonsense to not leave your children or pets in an unattended car but if it is, why is it that every year you hear at least one story about a child dying in a hot car? (Pets don't make the news) Hyperthermia is defined simply as the overheating of the body. When the body is

  • Approaching breastfeeding as a team effort can strengthen marriage

    Family Advocacy Program offers a number of classes to help guide new parents through pregnancy, childbirth and the early stages of infancy. The classes are not just for moms; dads can find this information helpful, too. Fathers are invited to attend these classes with their wives or significant

  • Smile! Healthy teeth, gums with an ultrasonic brush

    There are several benefits from using ultrasonic toothbrushes instead of manual toothbrushes. While a manual toothbrush can be just as effective as an electric one, it can also be ineffective if an improper brushing technique is used. To be effective, you need to spend at least two minutes brushing

  • Tips to keep camping safe

    If your summer plans include camping, you should follow some simple tips to keep yourself and your family safe in the wilderness. First, make sure you know everyone's physical limits before you head out and take time to plan the trip out. Also make sure you pack the right items to help your trip go

  • Art of negotiations comes of age

    Dr. Stefan Eisen, Jr., U.S. Air Force Colonel (ret.), director of the Air Force Negotiation Center of Excellence, teaches the art of negotiation in a four-hour course at the Air Expeditionary Center at Fort Dix. His course is part of expeditionary training designed for Airmen preparing to deploy in