• Burns Night

    Last weekend I went out to a local supermarket and bought my haggis, swede and potatoes in readiness for this coming Friday 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

  • Overseas housing allowance rates change

    Effective Jan. 1, the utility allowance increased and the move-in housing allowance decreased for all locations in the U.K. The utilities allowance for servicemembers in the U.K. increased to $766.02 and the MIHA decreased to $503.20. The changes in these allowances are a result of a survey

  • 2008 in the UK

    I know that our weather can be a little unpredictable, but I hope that this year you can plan to sample some of the great things to see and do in the UK throughout 2008. With an intrepid spirit, a keen eye on the weather forecasts and a variety of clothing for most eventualities, there is so much to

  • General Brady assumes command of USAFE

    General Roger A. Brady ceremonially assumed command of United States Air Forces in Europe Jan. 17. General Brady, who previously worked as Deputy Chief of Staff, Personnel, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., begins his term as USAFE commander eight years after he last left the command as

  • Liberty O-2s selected for promotion

    Congratulations to the following Liberty Lieutenants selected, Jan. 14, for promotion to Captain. 48th Maintenance Group Rachelle Alavarez 48th Security Forces Squadron Jason Stack Robbin Riester 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron Dianne Hanley 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron Kevin Walton 48th

  • 48 AMXS Airman epitomizes excellence

    Airman 1st Class Matthew Locklear, weapons load crew member, was nominated for the Liberty spotlight by his chain of command because he epitomizes the core value of "Excellence in all we do." Unit: 48th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Commander: Maj. Keith Compton Time in Service: One year and nine

  • RAFL, RAFM remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    The following poem was recited at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Remembrance Luncheon Jan. 17.4-5-0-5 4,505 days... 4,505 days from leading the bus boycott in the community To the bullet on the Memphis balcony 4,505 days... From sit-ins to marches Jail and prison cells, To speaking in countries

  • CES helps Airmen find home-sweet-home

    Arriving at a new base can be an uneasy time in a servicemember's life. The first step on most Liberty Warriors checklist is finding a place to live. The 48th Civil Engineer Squadron housing and furniture management offices have a few different services available to help Airmen transition into a new