99th MDSS Logistics Flight receives ACC award

The 99th Medical Support Squadron Logistics Flight was awarded the 2012 Air Combat Command Large Medical Logistics Account of the Year during a ceremony March 4. Col. John Degoes (Dr.), 99th Medical Group commander presented the award to the medical logistics Airmen at the Mike O'Callaghan Federal

MilPDS upgrade complete

The Air Force has successfully upgraded and transferred the Military Personnel Data System to the Defense Information Systems Agency Defense Enterprise Computing Center, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today."We're pleased that the MilPDS upgrade took less time than anticipated, and we are

American Gold Star Mothers visit Thunderbirds museum

57th Wing hosts blood drive

Team Nellis kicks-off 2013 Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign

The official kick-off for the 40th annual Air Force Assistance Fund campaign at Nellis AFB, Creech AFB, and the Nevada Test and Training Range was March 25. With its permanent campaign theme, "Commitment to Caring," the AFAF has a long legacy of providing worldwide critical assistance to Air Force

Nellis participates in Lomie Heard career day

Lomie G. Heard Elementary School held its fifth annual Career Event March 20 to 22. As part of the Clark County School District Counseling Curriculum, Lomie Heard students are expected to investigate the world of work and be exposed to a variety of careers so they can make informed career decisions.

Not too soon for spouse's job hunt before moving

As service members start to receive their orders for summer moves, it's time for working spouses to update resumes, start networking for job opportunities and contact career counselors at their new locations, a Pentagon official recommends.In an interview with American Forces Press Service and the

DOD requires more base closings, official says

The Defense Department possesses more real estate than it needs and is looking to close additional bases and installations in the United States and abroad, a senior DOD official told a House panel March 14.Air Force leaders agree, according to Kathleen I. Ferguson, acting assistant secretary of the

Developmental education applications due April 12, May 1

Eligible active duty officers and civilians are now able to apply for intermediate and senior developmental education opportunities, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced. Officer applications are due to AFPC April 12, and civilian nominations are due May 1, said George McKey, AFPC officer

Nellis chapel’s reflective garden offers peace

A tan colored cobblestone walkway leads into the garden as busy bees land on desert flowers scattered throughout the sand. Wooden benches for people to sit and relax surround the edge of the garden.The 99th Air Base Wing Chapel's reflective garden is located directly behind the chapel; it is open