• 'Gifts from the Homefront' routes support to servicemembers

    When issuing suggested holiday mailing deadlines for military care packages, the United States Postal Service made sure to highlight that "all packages and mail must be addressed to individual service members, as required by U.S. Department of Defense regulations."  Since the DoD suspended mail

  • AAFES to giveaway deluxe Disney vacation

    The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is partnering with Disney watch maker Seiko Instruments to offer military Families an opportunity to experience the magic of a Disney vacation with an exclusive, military-only sweepstakes. The winner of the "Disney Sweepstakes" will receive a vacation for four,

  • Stress reduction workshop offered at the HAWC

    Stress is a significant factor in all of our lives - literally from birth to death. Simply stated, it is our body's response to any kind of change, demand, pressure or threat on our well being. Above and beyond the typical pressures of civilian life, including financial challenges, many military

  • Aviator returns to stealth bomber as Air National Guard's first B-2 pilot

    "Hey stranger, I thought you got out!" said Staff Sgt. Tim Owens, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron B-2 crew chief, as Maj. David "Skipper" Thompson approached a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber in one of the aircraft docks. Indeed, Major Thompson, rated in both the F-15 and B-2 aircraft, left active

  • Community project helps military spouses

    Cinderella was glamorous from head to toe for the night at the prince's ball. Though her dress was elegant and her glass slippers sparkling, she didn't do it alone. It took a fairy godmother to transform her for that ball. Fortunately, looking glamorous for special evenings doesn't take magic for

  • Accept the Great American Smokeout challenge

    Whiteman will celebrate the Great American Smokeout Nov. 15. Thirty years ago, the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout began as a way to inspire and encourage smokers to quit; it is now recognized as an Air Force health observance. The Smokeout challenges and motivates tobacco users

  • Breathe easier with asthma

    October is National Lung Health month, and it's a great time for people living with asthma to evaluate their condition and take extra steps to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Close to 53 million Americans are reported to suffer from asthma, and it can appear in many forms: - Allergic asthma, triggered