• Simple ways to reduce spending

    A car repair, car insurance deductible, medical bill, and a death in the family are among the many reasons people carry a negative balance on a credit card.Many people may have thought about gaining control of their spending, but don't know where to start. For those who find cutting cost a

  • Team Whiteman runs to remember - POW/MIA

    Members of active duty, Guard and Reserve units here came together Sept. 15 and 16 to support those military members who have been prisoners of war, or determined missing in action. The more than 400 participating members had one goal - ensure the POW/MIA flag and torch continued moving for 24

  • Whiteman Airmen train for shot at pre-ranger course

    The 509th Security Forces Squadron is sending one member to represent Whiteman AFB in the Air Force Pre-Ranger Course at Indian Springs, Nev., Oct. 12. The leadership course prepares and tests Airmen as a precursor to the U.S. Army Ranger course. Members of the 509th Security Forces Squadron

  • From the Frontlines: Master Sgt. Mona Wendzillo

    Far removed from this Air Force Global Strike Command base, Master Sgt. Mona Wendzillo, 509th Force Support Squadron NCO in charge of the Airman and Family Readiness Center, deployed to Southeast Asia for six months and returned here June 9.While in Southeast Asia, she aided in creating a

  • 2011 Gala recognizes Air Force heritage, set for Sept. 23

    The 2011 Gala is scheduled Sept. 23 at the 5-Bay Hangar and this year's theme is "All In ... Globally Engaged." The Gala is an event to celebrate both the local community and the 64th birthday of the Air Force. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. with dinner and dancing beginning at 7 p.m. "The purpose of

  • Leadership, risk, the birth of aviation

    I recently devoured a fascinating book titled, "Profiles in Audacity: Great Decisions and How They Were Made," by Alan Axelrod. It contains inspiring accounts of how great leaders made a momentous impact in history. Some people often take for granted the personal and professional risk taken by many

  • Senior leaders: B-2 has a bright future ahead

    Senior leaders from across the Air Force visited Whiteman AFB last week to discuss the future of the B-2 Spirit bomber.The General Officer Steering Group for B-2 Sustainment met here Sept. 8 to discuss challenges and solutions for keeping the B-2 fleet healthy and operational for years to come.Ms.

  • AtHoc system plays vital role in base notification

    The old adage "information travels fast" holds true for members at this Air Force Global Strike Command base. As the digital age continues to advance, mass communication efforts help alert base personnel of emergencies and urgent information. The Air Force initiated the AtHoc, or Emergency Mass

  • Tobacco + Teeth = ?

    It's that time of year again; your annual dental exam is approaching. You immediately know that the dentist will ask "Are you flossing?" Or, "I see you are still using tobacco; are you interested in quitting?" The reason dentists ask those questions is because we care about you, the patient. Kicking

  • Whiteman Airmen fuel deterrence

    With the high priority of maintaining the nation's nuclear deterrent, the B-2 Spirit get a lot of glory. But without fuel for the aircraft to fly, deterrence would be nonexistent. The 509th Logistics Readiness Squadron fixed-facilities shop, with help of the 131st Bomb Wing, ensures the B-2 Spirit