• DRMO processing procedures

    The Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office reminds all base members of the proper disposal procedures for government property. Government funds are being lost every time someone incorrectly disposes of government products according to Mrs. Sandra Vance, 509th Logistics Readiness Squadron

  • MUNS -- Bringing lethality to the B-2 mission

    The Airmen of the 509th Munitions Squadron Conventional Maintenance Section assemble and maintain the lethality that is loaded into the B-2 Spirit, equipping it with un-matched fire power."We give the enemy an opportunity to die for what they believe in," said Staff Sgt. Donald Franken, a member of

  • Whiteman candidate for basing of MC-12W aircraft

    Air Force officials announced April 23, 2010 that Whiteman Air Force Base has qualified as one of six locations under consideration for MC-12W aircraft operations. "It's an honor for Whiteman to be considered for basing of the MC-12W mission," said Brig. Gen. Robert Wheeler, 509th Bomb Wing

  • New 131st MSG commander named

    Lt. Col. Timothy M. Jones, of Jefferson City, Mo., was recently named the 131st Mission Support Group commander here.Colonel Jones was chosen to command the group, 300 Airmen, that encompasses Citizen-Airman from Whiteman, and Lambert Field in St. Louis. In 2005, the 131st - formerly a St.

  • Eaves named 131st OG commander

    Lt. Col. Ken Eaves, of Knob Noster, was recently named the Air National Guard's 131st Operations Group commander.Prior to taking his new position, Colonel Eaves served as the 110th Bomb Squadron commander. His new position doubles his responsibilities, as well as the number of Airmen he leads."I am

  • From the Frontlines: Tech. Sgt. Kurtis Schatzer

    Although, it is not likely to see the next Rambo trilogy based-off Air Force contracting deployments, without them the "Stallone-like" troops wouldn't survive. These contractors are the behind-the-scene warriors who keep troops supplied.Tech. Sgt. Kurtis Schatzer, 509th Contracting Squadron

  • Operation Spirit: Children in 'The Sandbox'

    The Airmen stood in line, bags in hand, 8 a.m. April 24, 2010, at the Whiteman Deployment Center. They were waiting to receive their deployment orders and with it, what to expect in the near future.These "Airmen," ranging from pre-school- to middle-school-age children, were part of Operation Spirit.

  • Celebrating National Police Week

    Every year law enforcement agencies across America honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our safety. May 15, 2010 is National Peace Officers Memorial Day, and that entire week is National Police Week. Law enforcement agencies around America hold events from memorial services to open

  • Service Before Self: The Story of a Selfless Japanese-American Hero

    In 2006, I had the honor of meeting and speaking with Sgt. Grant Hirabayashi, a combat veteran who shared his experiences as a Japanese-American serving the U.S. Army as an interrogator during World War II. Sgt. Hirabayashi's remarkable service touched me personally and inspired me to share his

  • Airman, Soldier assist collision victims

    Servicemembers from Whiteman, an Airman and a Soldier, assisted victims of a two-vehicle collision, April 9, near intersection M-131 and U.S. Highway 50, in Pittsville, Mo. "As I crested a hill, about a half mile from the intersection; I caught a glimpse of the underside of a pickup truck mid-roll