• 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

  • Whiteman Spirit Award

    Master Sgt. Clark West, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, received the Whiteman Spirit Award from Col. Garrett Harencak, 509th Bomb Wing commander, Oct. 22. Capt. Bryan Florio, 509th AMXS, nominated Sergeant West for the award. "Sergeant West has taken the time to work on some very special

  • Trick or Treat: What About My Teeth?

    As Halloween approaches most of the ghosts and goblins are not thinking about the effects of treats and candy on their teeth. Be assured that your dentist is thinking about cavities and the potential harm of too many Halloween sweets. What causes a cavity to form? If you think the answer is sugar,

  • Energy measures reduce bills on/off base

    Since October is National Energy Conservation Month, hopefully everyone connected with the base is accomplishing something to aid in the conservation of energy both at home and at work. If you are not focused on energy conservation, now is the time to start. In an effort to strengthen energy

  • Survival tips for the next generation Airman

    Under the current philosophy of do more with less, it's important to keep your wits, convey a positive attitude and try to find humor in the daily grind. Remember, we must always maintain and sharpen our skills in the profession of arms, but that doesn't mean it can't be fun. To help you succeed, I

  • Halloween: now and then

    When I sit down to write a crime prevention article, I draw on training, experience and just good old common sense. But sometimes a childhood memory springs to mind that makes me think how different things are now as opposed to the way I remember them being when I was a kid. When I was growing up we