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March 12, 2013
Shaw crew chiefs bring jets to life at Red Flag

As the Las Vegas sun beams down, a dry wind whips across the aircraft ramp where 15 jets sit lifeless. With takeoff time a few hours away, a select group of Airmen fight the wind as they inspect and prepare the planes.While carrying out their duties, they only care about one thing -- ensuring the
March 8, 2013
Different product, same results: Air Force aims to curtail electronic cigarette use

More people died from smoking-related illness in 2012 than live in Miami.Every time an individual inhales smoke from a cigarette, they're actually ingesting more than 4,000 chemicals. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, some of these chemicals, if taken alone in high enough
March 6, 2013
One fish two fish, red fish blue fish: Airmen participate in Nevada Reading Week

Excited and anxious children sit at their desks in anticipation as their guest reader, wearing the familiar green tiger-striped camouflage uniform, walks to the front of the classroom and takes a seat. He opens the book and begins to read. The words of the book seem to come to life as the children
March 6, 2013
Service members get adopted by Las Vegas community

With the sacrifices service members have to make, whether being deployed or learning the lay of the land of a new duty station, it is always helpful to have someone there to help with challenges they may face.Service members have the opportunity to be 'adopted' by a family in the Las Vegas community
Feb. 27, 2013
Nellis veterinary clinic does more than you think

Pets aren't just animals but an extension of the family to most people. Whenever a family member gets sick, the rest make sure that member is taken care of by offering the best medical care possible. Why would our pets be any different?Few service members and their families know that Nellis has its
Feb. 27, 2013
A joint effort: Army and Air Force engineers partner for Global Response mission

The roar of the aircraft's engines was heard from the ground, but not so much as a shadow could be seen through the thick, grey haze. As the sound passed overhead, one thing was clear; the C-17 Hercules' 1,250-foot altitude was well above the cloud ceiling. Certainly this meant the operation had
Feb. 20, 2013
From Big Apple to Las Vegas: Lajes Airman realizes Thunderbirds dream

Riding in his father's New York City taxi cab as a young boy, Gustavo Cifuentes saw an Air Force Thunderbird for the first time. To his surprise, the uniquely styled F-16 wasn't flying overhead, but rather on static display on one of the city's most famous streets. "The Thunderbirds somehow managed
Feb. 20, 2013
Start home-based business by providing family child care

Changing diapers, creating meal plans, conducting learning sessions and making playtime fun are just some of the many tasks family child care providers take on. The FCC program exists to help military spouses create their own businesses at a very minimal cost to them.Requirements for becoming a
Feb. 20, 2013
FSS activities offer military community great opportunities, savings

The bright lights of the Las Vegas strip are an attractive and alluring sight for Airmen stationed here, but it's not the only place for fun activities and entertainment. There are many facilities on base that offer incredible deals and programs, but they need the community's support to keep them
Feb. 1, 2013
Active-shooter exercise catches participants off guard

It happens so fast. "Even when you know there is an active shooter bearing down on you, and you've spent most of an evening preparing yourself, you can't really react," said 1st Lt. Melissa Baird, a 99th Medical Operational Squadron gastroenterology nurse. "I was more scared than I expected and

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