New Horizons opening ceremony echoes spirit of friendship, cooperation

New Horizons Panama 2010 officially opened at Santa Librada Elementary School June 29 with a ceremony featuring senior leaders from the Panamanian government as well as the United States.The motto for this year's New Horizons exercise, an annual U.S. Southern Command humanitarian assistance mission,

Rescue squadron performs desert mission on the NTTR

Preparation ‘now’ key to success for 2011 UCI

The summer and fall of 2011 may seem eons away, but for those preparing for the 2011 Unit Compliance Inspection, it will be here in no time.The 99th Air Base Wing Plans and Programs division recently kicked off a year-long plan in order to ensure those affected by the 2011 UCI are

Help make Independence Day safe, fun for everyone

It's the time of year again when everyone comes together to show their support for the birth of the United States, and to celebrate the ongoing success of our great nation. Independence Day-- the day spent with friends and family, enjoying parades and barbecues, and especially the colorful displays

Range wing civilian named 'best in Air Force'

Being a wing ground safety manager is no small task, especially when the ground in question is a 2.9-million-acre range complex that includes 1,150 miles of road and over 600 employees. What some may consider a daunting task is just another day at the office for Mr. Joe Joseph, 98th Range Wing

Commentary--Voter's Week helps honor the past, support the future

In 1787, shortly after the close of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, a woman approached Benjamin Franklin as he left Independence Hall. She inquired about the proceedings: "Well, Doctor, what have we got: A republic or a monarchy?" Benjamin Franklin looked at her hopefully and replied,

Air Force chief of staff presents combat decoration to Nellis Airman

The Air Force's top military leader took time during a visit to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing June 22 to present combat decorations to two Airmen, both of whom were injured by the detonation of an improvised explosive device while driving in a supply convoy in Iraq.Air Force Chief of Staff Gen.

Nellis Honor Guard out in front

The Nellis Air Force Base Honor Guard is one of the busiest in the country, performing upwards of 1,100 details annually in an area spanning 108,000 square miles, 16 counties and four states. These include military and civilian ceremonies as well as other related functions including color guards,

Col. Degoes assumes command of 99th Medical Group

Col. John Degoes assumed command of the 99th Medical Group during a ceremony at the Mike O'Callaghan Federal Hospital here, June 18. The Medical Group provides medical care for the military community to ensure maximum wartime readiness and combat capability. The group's functions include flight

Fire safety, energy conservation go hand-in-hand

Millions of dollars are wasted each year by unused equipment being left plugged in, which essentially takes away from mission effectiveness. This is not only a waste of energy, but can quickly become a life-threatening safety hazard with the right conditions.Many people don't think about fire safety