Oct. 19, 2011 Myths and facts about people with disabilities Everybody's fighting some kind of stereotype, and people with disabilities are no exception. The difference is that barriers people with disabilities face begin with people's attitudes -- attitudes often rooted in misinformation and misunderstandings about what it's like to live with a
Oct. 18, 2011 49th Wing receives Meritorious Unit Award The 49th Wing has received the Meritorious Unit Award for its superb actions during the period of April 1, 2010 through May 31, 2011."The Air Force has rewarded all our Airmen's hard work," said U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Huyck, 49th WG vice commander. "I'm proud to be part of such an outstanding
Oct. 14, 2011 Fire Prevention Week comes to a close The 49th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Protection Flight participated in and observed national Fire Prevention Week Oct. 9-15 with various activities surrounding this year's theme -- "Protect your family from fire."The flight kicked off activities with a fire parade and a firefighter muster
Oct. 14, 2011 Bone marrow drive Oct. 17-20 The 49th Medical Group will host a bone marrow drive in the main clinic from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 17 and 20, and in the Whispering Sands Community Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 18 and 19. Eligible donors are individuals 18 to 60 years old who are active duty, Department of Defense civilians,
Oct. 12, 2011 "Legacy of Liberty" a success For eight hours on Oct. 8, the base opened its gates to citizens of the Tularosa Basin and beyond so they could see firsthand what Holloman and the Air Force has to offer. "The air show provided the base an opportunity to educate the surrounding communities on our mission while demonstrating the
Oct. 11, 2011 WSMR gate delays White Sands Missile Range will conduct a training exercise tomorrow, Oct. 12. Visitors can anticipate delays or closures at the gates between 8:30 - 11 a.m. Officials will work to open the gates as quickly as possible once the exercise objectives have been met.For more information, call WSMR Public
Oct. 7, 2011 MQ-9 sustains damages on approach Officials with the 49th Wing announced a remotely piloted MQ-9 Reaper crashed on final approach here at approximately 6:45 p.m. Oct. 7.The aircraft is assigned to the 29th Attack Squadron, which is a remotely piloted aircraft flying training unit. The accident occurred at the end of a local training
Oct. 7, 2011 49th MDG providing flu vaccinations Airmen from the 49th Medical Group will be distributing flu vaccinations at the Community Activities Center, Building 325, from 9 a.m. Oct.18 through 2 p.m. Oct 19. All Active Duty and Reserve Airmen, including Active Duty German Air Force, are required to get the nasal spray flu vaccine or flu shot
Oct. 7, 2011 Legacy of liberty air show fast approaching They streak through the New Mexico sky, inspiring the young and old alike as they highlight the history and future of the Air Force. Their red, white and blue bodies can only do one thing - inspire one's patriotism.That's the feeling many get when the U.S. Air Force aerial demonstration team, the