• Airmen, volunteers foster community relations in IZ

    Large walls encircle blocks of buildings and barriers control the flow of traffic. Armored military vehicles roll along the sides of cars and trucks as they move through the ancient city. Colorful signs and green trees brighten the bleak apartment complex. A small store selling fresh fruits and

  • Burns Night - celebrating Scotland's National Bard

    Last weekend I went out to a local supermarket and bought my haggis, swede and potatoes in readiness for this coming Sunday night. Jan. 25 is an important day on the Scottish calendar. Jan. 25, 1759 is the birth date of Robert Burns. The anniversary of his birthday is celebrated with a special

  • 3rd Air Force commander, command chief visit Liberty Wing

    Lt. Gen. Phil Breedlove, 3rd Air Force commander; Maj. Gen. Jack Egginton, 3rd Air Force vice commander; and Chief Master Sgt. Jack Johnson, 3rd Air Force command chief, paid the Airmen of the Liberty Wing a visit here Jan. 8. They had breakfast with Airmen from the wing, spoke with chiefs and

  • 48th OSS Airman exemplifies Service and Excellence

    Staff Sgt. Todd Shugart, 48th Operations Support Squadron NCOIC of current operations, was nominated for the Liberty spotlight by his chain of command because he practices the Air Force core values of "Service Before Self" and "Excellence in All We Do."Commander: Lt. Col. Mark Ciero Time in Service:

  • I have a dream...to be fitter

    We have all began the New Year with lofty ideas about getting fit and losing weight. In fact, a recent internet search found that weight loss and getting fit are consistently listed in the top five New Year resolutions of most people. In January we see gym parking lots packed and cardio rooms

  • COMUSAFE bans several substances

    As Airmen socialize around Europe and beyond, they should be mindful of newly banned substances that may be offered to them but would be detrimental to their lives and careers. General Roger A. Brady, U.S. Air Forces in Europe commander, has issued a ban on several substances because of emerging

  • RAF Lakenheath hosts Winter Reception

    The 48th Fighter Wing hosted the commander's annual Winter Reception at RAF Lakenheath's Eagles Landing club, Jan. 9. More than 150 servicemembers and community members arrived dressed to the nines to discuss various topics and happenings in our local community. "The Winter Reception provided an

  • 113th Maintainers keep 'em flying

    The 113th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron is currently preparing for both the Operational Readiness Exercise and Inspection scheduled for April and October respectively. Each drill weekend is spent practicing and perfecting their operational skills as well as maintaining F-16 aircraft. A major part of

  • Air Force officials streamline overseas outprocessing guidelines

    Air Force Personnel Center officials here recently introduced a new initiative that will streamline final processing for Airmen retiring or separating from overseas areas. With this change, additional travel to a separation processing base is no longer required. The new procedure is part of Air

  • Lakenheath community bulletins Jan. 8 - 15

    Lakenheath Men's Varsity Softball The Lakenheath Men's Softball Team will be holding a meeting at the Liberty Club Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. We will be discussing try outs, uniforms, tournaments, fundraisers etc. It's open to all active duty, DOD civilians, and dependents over the age of 18. If you have any