• 48th OSS Airman exemplifies Excellence in All We Do

    Senior Airman Morris Ross, 48th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, was nominated for the Liberty spotlight by his chain of command because he practices the Air Force core value of "Excellence in All We Do."Commander: Lt. Col. Mark Ciero Time in Service: 4 years Time at

  • Kadena firefighters sharpen skills during readiness exercise

    Members of the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services Flight conducted live-fire training Dec. 2 at Kadena Air Base's Silver Flag training site during Local Operational Readiness Exercise Beverly High 09-01. The exercise provides a unique environment for live-fire training that

  • There's no such thing as holiday stress

    Now that I have your attention, please read on. We all work very hard executing the mission whether serving in uniform, as civilian employees, or as family members. We all, therefore, deserve to celebrate the holidays by taking time off, recharging our batteries, and socializing with others. While

  • 48th CMS Airman practices Service Before Self

    Tech. Sgt. Brian Parker, 48th Component Maintenance Squadron assistant support section chief, was nominated for the Liberty spotlight by his chain of command because he practices the Air Force core value of "Service Before Self."Commander: Maj. Tony Lombardo Time in Service: 9 years Time at

  • Local students earn AAFES honors

    Three students were awarded gift cards from the Army and Air Force Exchange Service Nov. 24 for their efforts in a Back to School Essay Contest. Steve Williams, AAFES General Manager presented the gift cards to Patricia Hoyt, Grand Prize Winner of the 10-12 grade category; Tristen Howk, third place

  • LEAD program: Enlisted Airman's path to the Academy

    As a high school senior, Katie Newkirk was making all the typical choices a senior has to make as graduation gets closer. An eye opening discussion with her dad was the clincher in a decision that would help determine her future. The Police Captain asked her to factor in life issues such as job

  • Lakenheath community bulletins Nov. 28 - Dec. 5

    WAPS TestingThe WAPS testing cycle for 09E8, MSgt promoting to SMSgt, is approaching. The dates of testing are Dec. 1 - 12 . The testing room is located in Building 977, Room 19. All military members are reminded to be prepared to test the first day of the testing cycle. It is also the member's