• Are you Whiteman's next MVP?

    Each month, a member of Team Whiteman is recognized by the base's Top 3 organization as the organization's Most Valuable Player.For the past two years, the award has recognized enlisted individuals, E-6 and below, who are observed doing outstanding work on and off duty."It gives senior NCOs a chance

  • Fifth CMSgt of the Air Force visits Whiteman

    The fifth chief master sergeant of the Air Force visited Team Whiteman Oct. 17 to 19, sharing stories about his military background and comparing the changes from yesterday's Air Force to today's Air Force.Retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Robert D. Gaylor spoke about the evolution of the

  • Whiteman’s Veterinary Corps: Protecting our furry friends

    "Man's best friend" is more than just a catchphrase to many pet owners. The adage holds especially true to the Team Whiteman's Veterinary Corps who work to meet the mission of three faucets. "The primary mission is the medical support of the military working dogs," said Dr. Joanna Kuecker, U.S. Army

  • From the Frontlines: Maj. Joel Purcell

    "Our squadron's motto is 'Engineering Combat Power' and that's what we did," Maj. Joel Purcell, 777th Expeditionary Prime BEEF Squadron said recalling his deployment. "I was in charge of a detachment that designed, managed, constructed, and maintained facilities and infrastructure allowing combat

  • Airmen honored by college for heroism in Afghanistan

    As the battle on the gridiron between the Clemson Tigers and the Virginia Tech Hokies paused for halftime, a story of heroism was broadcast over the Memorial Stadium speakers for some 80,000 people in attendance Oct. 20, 2012, at Clemson, S.C. Capt. Michael Polidor and Capt. Justin Kulish, now B-2

  • The Chapel: A place to belong

    Boosting spiritual values connects people and builds resiliency and hope in Airmen. It upholds the Air Force mission, vision and values. While serving as a visible reminder of the Holy, the 509th Bomb Wing Chapel Team provides spiritual care and the opportunity for Air Force members and their

  • Red Cross offers volunteer opportunities

    The American Red Cross Chapter in Kansas City, Mo., serving Johnson County, supports volunteerism at the Whiteman Air Force Base Clinic and is looking for volunteers. Volunteers can serve in a variety of service positions including patient check-in, answering phones, records management, and other