• 8th AF top spouse focuses on military families

    Mrs. Melissa Carpenter, along-side her husband Maj. Gen. Floyd Carpenter, 8th Air Force commander, visited with Team Whiteman members Monday and Tuesday in support of Year of the Air Force Family."One very important thing to me is seeing what we are doing for our Air Force families," Mrs. Carpenter

  • From the Frontlines: Airman First Class Lindsey Jaxel

    She was the eyes and ears of forward deployed bases, providing security for the information held within. She is Airman 1st Class Lindsey Jaxel, 509th Force Support Squadron force management operations member, who deployed for four months to southwest Asia as an escort flight member until late

  • 'Dirtboyz' rock the mission

    Rain, shine or snow, Airmen from the 509th Civil Engineer Squadron, can be spotted rolling-out various heavy equipment to ensure the Whiteman mission is completed.Commonly referred to as "Dirtboyz," in view of the fact they're frequently covered in dirt and concrete, heavy-equipment operators are

  • Following dad’s footsteps to Iraq

    The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. The saying couldn't be truer in Iraq this past Father's Day half a world away from home for father and son vehicle mechanics. They were able to spend some family time together touring palaces and other sights of the Victory Base Complex.Senior Master Sgt. CJ

  • Whiteman Airman recognized as ‘Man of the Year’

    The Warrensburg, Mo., Chamber of Commerce recently recognized a Whiteman Airman for his extensive leadership and community involvement. Lt. Col. Tony Monetti, 13th Bomb Squadron director of operations, was awarded the "Man of the Year" title by the Chamber, June 15."I am surprised and grateful for

  • SFS Airmen take part in force-on-force training

    A cloud of green smoke, the sound of a screeching fire-alarm and gun shots all sound off at once. Hindrances aside, 509th Security Forces Squadron members strategically move into the warehouse to terminate their threat. More than 100 security forces Airmen took part in an annual force-on-force

  • 509th MSG welcomes new commander

    Col. Rick Milligan assumed command of the 509th Mission Support Group from Col. Patricia McGinnis during a change of command ceremony here June 18.Brig. Gen. Robert Wheeler, 509th Bomb Wing commander, presided over the ceremony.Colonel Milligan was previously the Division Chief, Headquarters Air

  • From the Frontlines: Lt. Col. Joe Hall

    Deployed from his position as the 509th Bomb Wing chief of plans and programs and B-2 instructor pilot, Lt. Col. Joe "Spanky" Hall is now commanding the Air Force's largest squadron. Colonel Hall is currently deployed to Camp Phoenix, Kabul, Afghanistan, as the commander of the 855th Air

  • Avoid grilling dangers

    Just a few short days into summer, many have sensed the aroma of the burning charcoal of a barbeque grill. Be that as it may, lying just above those hot dogs and hamburgers lingers a catalyst of potential danger if proper safety measures aren't taken."Anytime fire is involved, precautionary measures

  • Whiteman Airman helps make Twilight Tattoo an event to remember

    A Whiteman Airman helped make the Twilight Tattoo ceremonial engagement memorable for many in attendance at the Bolling AFB Ceremonial Lawn June 13. Capt. James Hayes III, a B-2 pilot, flew over the Twilight Tattoo, although his roots are actually in Virginia, where he graduated from West