• AF expands digital library content for Airmen

    Airmen at 19 Air Force installations around the world will soon have access to a new 200-title audiobook and eBook digital library, Air Force officials said.The 19 participating installations will help test digital content distribution using the new Air Force eReader AERO; a single portable device

  • Overcoming failures

    You will fail. The question is, how will you respond? This reminds me of a parable of the carrot, egg and coffee.A senior irman was distraught when he learned he did not make Staff Sgt. after his first time testing. His staff sergeant supervisor saw a teaching opportunity and the next day he filled

  • Comprehensive Airman Fitness 2015: Spiritual fitness

    Avengers ... step aside! Of recent it seems that Hollywood has become interested in the biopic stories of war heroes, such as Chris Kyle, Marcus Luttrell and Louis Zamperini. Certainly, they have not replaced the fictional characters of Iron Man and Thor who battle intergalactic war criminals. Yet,

  • Ozark Inn prepares to bring home the Hennessy Award

    Each year, the Air Force presents the John L. Hennessy Award to recognize the team who best excels in food service.With the evaluation team coming to Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., in early February, the 509th Force Support Squadron is in full swing preparing to bring the prestigious award home."We

  • Communicating holiday cheer

    There is no age limit when it comes to the feeling of anticipation and excitement on Christmas morning. The holiday season is the time for families, friends and loved ones to come together and celebrate. Unfortunately for some, the holidays can be a lonely time of the year.On Dec. 12, members of

  • The Base Community Council: Serving those who serve

    There are many aspects of Whiteman AFB that make it unique - like its mission and its ability to project power all across the globe.  And we all know that mission can't happen without the hard work and dedication of Team Whiteman. However, there are some members of Team Whiteman whose hard work and

  • Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel visits Team Whiteman

    Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel visited Team Whiteman here as part of his final tour to U.S. military bases Jan. 13, 2015.Secretary Hagel took time to meet with Airmen from Team Whiteman who all support the same mission -- delivering dynamic air power for the United States and providing both a

  • MWR programs have historical lineage but uncertain future

    As community partners, your continued support of Whiteman Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) programs is crucial. The MWR fund supports so many programs around the base, including the library, the club system, the child development center, the bowling alley, the golf course, the auto hobby shop,

  • The (wo)man with the master plan

    This year, the Whiteman Air Force Base Fitness Center is working to help its Airmen stay healthy and strong. Video by Airman 1st Class Emili Koonce

  • The houseblend

    In the military, it can be hard to keep your family close. Renee Smith and her mother Jacqueline are lucky enough to work with each other every day. U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Emili Koonce.