• Not just someone’s boss

    As with any endeavor that is done correctly, much time is required to do it properly. This is especially true when it comes to leading people. There is a tremendous difference between being a leader and merely being someone's boss or superior. The former takes commitment, while the latter is a

  • Crime prevention is everyone’s responsibility

    Too many people are caught up in the belief that because they are on a military installation it is automatically more secure than living and working off base.While it is true there is a measure of security provided by the fence and guards, they are not the only means of protection. Airmen and how

  • Whiteman celebrates MOMC

    While military children are recognized yearlong, the month of April has officially been designated Month of the Military Child to celebrate them. In an effort to applaud them, Whiteman Youth Programs has multiple activities to recognize their contribution and achievements. "From 'Everyday Heroes'

  • Whiteman members invited to ‘Take Back the Night’

    Many have heard parents or a loved one say "I don't want you walking home alone at night" for many reasons, one of them being fear of a possible sexual assault.Because women especially, have experienced sexual violence during the hours of darkness, Take Back the Night started as a way to help end

  • 509th MDG supports local LPN students

    While working under the direction of registered nurses and doctors, Licensed Practical Nurses provide basic health care, according to Capt. Kenneth Person, 509th Medical Group officer in charge of education and training. When it comes to assisting in the training of nurses, the 509th MDG has

  • From the Frontlines: Staff Sgt. Jesse Soderberg

    When many think of deployed locations their first thought is Iraq or Afghanistan, but deployments happen all across the world. For Staff Sgt. Jesse Soderberg, 509th Comptroller Squadron finance customer service technician, it was a deployment that took him to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, from August

  • The grass is greener…on both sides of the fence

    "See there's a big-eyed fish, swimming in the sea, Oh, how he dreamed to be a bird, Swooping, diving through the breeze. One day, he caught a big blue wave, up onto the beach,And now he's dead, you see; a fish's dream should stay in the sea.Oh God, under the weight of life, things seem brighter on

  • Historian documents 509th, Whiteman AFB significance

    Many of you may be unaware that the wing has a historian. Many Air Force wings have a historian who is responsible for documenting the achievements and challenges the unit met during the year and keeping vital, mission-related statistics. This information is then compiled into the annual history for

  • 'Wing It' impacts Whiteman and local community

    While being stationed here, some Airmen have said that they have virtually nothing to do to keep them entertained. Because of the unique location of Knob Noster and the surrounding area, it is challenging for many 18-20 year olds to find activities that interest them according to Jeff Huffman,