• Whiteman BCC highlights local community: Columbia

    Whiteman has maintained a relationship with surrounding communities since it was the Sedalia Army Air Field in 1943, but over the past 20 years, the relationship between this base and local communities has improved. The Base Community Council, a group of more than 350 people representing 18 local

  • From the Frontlines: 1st Lt. Tom Meltzer

    More than 6,000 miles from this Air Force Global Strike Command base, 1st Lt. Tom Meltzer, 509th Operations Group chief of target intelligence, was called to serve his first deployment at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Lieutenant Meltzer departed Whiteman May 2010 for six-months and trained at the

  • New commander pledges 'best leadership, guidance' possible

    To The Men and Women of Air Force Global Strike Command,It is my honor to serve as your commander and continue the important work of this command. It was humbling to take the reins from Global Strike's first commander, Lt. Gen. Klotz. The Air Force loses a wealth of experience and dedicated

  • A&FRC to hold Financial Fair, learn from the experts

    The Airman and Family Readiness center is holding its annual Financial Fair Feb. 23 at the community center as part of "Military Saves" campaign week. All base members are invited to attend a morning or afternoon session, -- 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.Topics covered at the Air Force Global Strike Command

  • New class offers parenting techniques

    Since children do not come with an owner's manuals, the 509th Medical Operations Squadron at this Air Force Global Strike Command base offers a new course for mothers and fathers -- Becoming a Love and Logic Parent. The first class is scheduled to begin Feb. 1 from 1-3 p.m. This seven-week course,

  • Undefeated basketball team wins again

    The 509th Security Forces Squadron Team-B rallied in the final 45 seconds of intramural basketball competition to gain a 4-point lead over 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Team-A for a 58-54 win and continue their undefeated streak Jan. 6, at the Whiteman Air Force Base Fitness Center. AMXS-A

  • Wing fitness day encourages Whiteman to be fit to fight

    The 509th Force Support Squadron sponsored the 2011 Annual Wing Fitness Day at the base fitness center, Jan. 7."A lot of people aren't familiar with all the resources we have to offer to help members get in shape," said Master Sgt. Maria Machado, 509th FSS fitness center section chief. "If we

  • From the Frontlines: Senior Airman Dustin Chandler

    Born and raised in Murphysboro, Ill., and now stationed here, Senior Airman Dustin Chandler, 509th Logistics Readiness Squadron, material management journeyman, has lived comfortably in the Midwest all his life. Airman Chandler said he had an experience like no other when he left this Air Force

  • How will you spend your tax refund?

    Tax season is upon us and many have either filed or have yet to file. As some taxpayers await their refunds, many Air Force Global Strike Command members may have a good idea on how they will put their dollars to use while others are still undecided. "Your situation may depend on what you will do

  • Pediatric Pals: Providing for our young

    When it comes to a child's health, many parents are concerned for their well-being. The 509th Medical Operations Squadron pediatrician clinic at this Air Force Global Strike Command base specializes in just that, and serves military families by providing health care for children ranging from birth