FEATURES

  • Stray animals, pests find shelter from summer heat

    With the summer months fast approaching, stray animals and vermin will begin to appear around work place buildings and homes. These animals are coming into and around offices and houses to escape the heat and find water. There are specific types of vermin that are more common than others in the dry

  • Molding youth into excellence

    As summer shines on Nellis AFB the 99th Force Support Squadron Youth Center moves into full swing. For children ages 6 to 18 the youth center provides a safe and fun learning environment throughout the summer."We are here to provide a safe learning environment for our children where they can grow

  • FitFamily provides families tools for success

    It's that time of year again when people resolve to lose weight, get in shape and eat healthier, which takes dedication and determination.To help Airmen and their families achieve those goals, the Air Force offers the Air Force FitFamily initiative which encourages families to develop and maintain a

  • Nevada civic leader attends NSF

    Thomas Skancke, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance attended the 2014 National Security Forum held at Maxwell Air Force Base May 6 through 8.According to the NSF factsheet, these conferences, hosted by the Air War College, have helped bridge the gap

  • Summer driving: make it safe driving

    Every year parents have to bury their children, wives become widows and families are devastated because of vehicle accidents on Nevada's roadways.Summer brings a number of factors that escalate the risk of being in an accident. Of the accidents in Nevada no other county compares to the amount in

  • Motorcycle safety at forefront of CDOS

    With the Critical Days of Summer campaign in full swing, motorcycle safety once again becomes a major focus throughout the Air Force. Here at Nellis, motorcycle riders often flock to the streets in droves after the winter months to take in Southern Nevada's beautiful scenery and ideal riding

  • Financial stability key to battle ready Airmen

    Editor's Note: This feature is the second of a three part series highlighting vital to the overall wellbeing of Airmen.Every day Airmen will face a challenge while completing their mission. The fewer distractions they have, the more effective warriors they will be. Being financially stable and

  • Pilot aids downed colleague after mid-air collision

    As part of the 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron here, Capt. Gregory Farrell is responsible for testing new hardware, software and munitions in an operational environment before the equipment can be accepted into the Air Force inventory.However, back in August 2013, Farrell, an F-16 Fighting Falcon

  • Resilience vital to Airmen’s overall wellbeing

    Editor's Note: This feature is the first of a three part series highlighting vital elements for the overall wellbeing of Airmen.Every day, Airmen face challenges ranging from miniscule work related tasks to important family concerns. Without the proper tools to manage the stress these challenges can