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  • Civil Air Patrol inspires cadets to become leaders

    For many Airmen, joining the military is a result of inspiration. They may be inspired by a family member, a close friend or perhaps just the will to be part of something greater. For others, they experience something first hand that gives them the urge to serve. One organization commonly known for

  • Pet neglect could be disastrous during winter

    As the temperature begins to drop, pet owners still need to keep their guard up. Pests, like fleas and ticks, are active through the cold weather months, and can still be a nuisance for our four-legged friends. "Ticks and fleas usually like warmer weather," said Capt. Jordan Baumgard, Officer in

  • Teamwork makes Bahamas trip successful

    An Air Forces Northern mission to set up and test a radar in the Lower Bahamas air corridor for the Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) was deemed a success recently and all detachment members redeployed to their home stations according to AFNORTH logistics directorate officials.Maj. Christopher

  • Tyndall unit coordinates Nevada rescue

    Military and civilian members inside the gate at Tyndall played an integral role in the rescue of a family stranded in the snow for more than two days in sub-zero temperatures after a day of sledding at a Nevada mountain range.Members of the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center, a unit assigned to

  • Group reviews 2013 wildfire season

    Representatives from across the United States wildfire fighting enterprise met for a three-day after action review of the 2013 season Dec. 3-5 at the Heritage Club at Tyndall AFB, Fla.During his opening remarks welcoming the group, Lt. Gen. William Etter, CONR- 1 AF (AFNORTH) commander, praised

  • AFNORTH NCO selected for Chief

    They were lessons learned early, but they were lasting lessons.Senior Master Sgt. Abel Ochoa Jr., Air Forces Northern Superintendent of International Military Affairs, Plans, Policy & International Military Affairs Directorate (A5), credits such lessons for his latest success - selection for

  • AFNORTH hosts CC Call

    During a recent commander's call, the Air Forces Northern commander not only presented awards and decorations, he also shared his priorities, concerns and personal sentiments about recent issues affecting the AFNORTH enterprise.Leading off with thoughts about the unpredictable series of

  • Resources available during shutdown

    During these trying times all Airmen, whether active, guard, reserve, or civilian, may need assistance for any type of matter. The National Guard website has compiled the official guidance and a full list of resources available to assist you or your wingman if the need arises. Please look after

  • Officials discuss possible government shutdown effects

    In anticipation of a possible government shutdown Oct. 1, Department of Defense officials released information about its potential effects on key areas of the federal worker environment. These areas include work activities, pay, base and family services. It is also important to note there are

  • America's AOC observes 12th anniversary of 9-11

    At 8:37 a.m. Central Standard Time Wednesday morning, a bell rang out followed by a moment of silence in front of the 601st Air and Space Operations Center here marking the time the American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the western side of the Pentagon Sept. 11, 2001.The 601st AOC, often referred