Dec. 1, 2009 Offutt, community ready for crisis situation Offutt presented its annual defense support for civilian authorities briefing Nov. 24 at the Bellevue Public Schools Support Center in Bellevue, Neb., further demonstrating the close bond between the base and the civilian community. The briefing was attended by Offutt's senior leaders and
Nov. 25, 2009 Squadron commander receives Nebraska Admiralship A special ceremony for Maj. Dana McCown's promotion to lieutenant colonel Nov. 24 became much more as Nebraska First Lady Sally Ganem took to the podium at Dock 3 of the Bennie Davis Maintenance Facility. The wife of Nebraska governor Dave Heineman bestowed Colonel McCown with an Admiralship in the
Nov. 23, 2009 Offutt’s CFC drive comes to an end but payoff keeps going The 2009 Combined Federal Campaign came to an end Nov. 13, with Team Offutt's contributions exceeding its goal of $325,000.This is the first time in several years that Offutt has reached its monetary CFC goal."We knocked this one out of the park," said Chaplain (Capt.) Travis Allen, the 55th Wing
Nov. 23, 2009 Lively menu tempts taste buds during Fear Factor challenge Cow brains, fish blood and ostrich eggs ... menu choices to savor or not so much? Nine Team Offutt contestants lined a table at the Patriot Club Nov. 20 to decide for themselves during Offutt's second Fear Factor eating competition. The full menu of "Earth worms and goat's milk," "ostrich eggs and
Nov. 23, 2009 Online master's program extended to captains Air University officials here will offer eligible mid-level Air Force captains a unique educational opportunity to enroll in an online master's degree beginning this December. The degree is designed to be career-relevant and is intended to accommodate the current high operations tempo environment,
Nov. 23, 2009 New physical fitness standards effective July 1, biannual testing begins Jan. 1 Maintaining peak combat readiness begins and ends with healthy, motivated and well-trained Airmen. On Nov. 19, the Air Force's deputy chief of staff for manpower and personnel announced the new Air Force fitness standards will officially begin July 1, 2010. Lt. Gen. Richard Y. Newton III said the
Nov. 20, 2009 Weather Agency reactivates squadron The 2nd Weather Group, headquartered at the Air Force Weather Agency reactivated the 16th Weather Squadron in a ceremony here Nov. 18.The reactivation of the 16th WS comes at a pivotal point in our nation's wars both in Afghanistan and Iraq and will help ensure critical environmental situational
Nov. 20, 2009 Thanksgiving: A time for family, friends Thanksgiving Day has long been a family holiday where friends and loved ones gather together and remind themselves of all the things they're thankful for. For those who serve their country in the armed forces, many times Thanksgiving is celebrated in a deployed location without the company of loved
Nov. 19, 2009 Holiday celebrations come early for families of deployed members It may have only been mid November, but the halls in the Patriot Club were fully decked with Christmas cheer Nov. 17 as loved ones gathered for Holiday Connections 09.The annual event, which began about nine years ago, brings together families of deployed members and gives them a feeling of
Nov. 19, 2009 Team Offutt, community step up for homeless veterans The spacious Omaha Civic Auditorium was overflowing with volunteer spirit Nov. 14 during Operation Stand Down, as more than 200 homeless veterans received aid from both the Offutt and local communities. The original term "operation stand down" hales back to a concept used during the Vietnam War to
Nov. 16, 2009 Omaha Lancers honor military Thousands of fans fill the arena clapping, smiling and cheering. They are all here to watch a hockey game, but more importantly, to honor America's military members and their families. The night is all about them.The Omaha Lancers, a Tier One junior ice hockey team in the West division of the U.S.
Nov. 16, 2009 Offutt's support for military families constant President Barack Obama issued a proclamation recently declaring November as Military Family Month. With the declaration the president called on all Americans to honor military families through private actions and public service for the tremendous contributions they make in the support of
Nov. 13, 2009 Rise of the Cyber Wingman: 10 principles Airmen must know Every day, malicious code, worms, botnets and hooks attack Air Force computers hardware, software and the Internet. They infiltrate classified information and compromise national security. In response, the Air Force is stepping up its mission to defend cyberspace. Cyberspace adversaries attack
Nov. 13, 2009 Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth ready for inspection The warriors of the Fightin' Fifty-Fifth are once again ready to be tested and ready to overcome another challenge. For the past 45 days, 55th Wing Airmen have spent many hours ensuring they're ready for the first Air Combat Command Logistics Compliance Assessment in Offutt's history. Select Offutt
Nov. 10, 2009 What you should know about flu season, canine influenza What is it?- Canine influenza, or "dog flu" is a respiratory virus that only infects dogs. This virus was first found in racing greyhounds in 2004. To date, there is no evidence that people can get infected by this virus or catch the flu from their pet.- Most dogs with canine influenza exhibit
Nov. 10, 2009 Don't miss deadline for sending holiday cheer to friends, loved ones Although the saying goes, "It's better to give than receive," most people would agree getting gifts is still very nice, especially during the holiday season. "For military service members stationed around the globe, holiday gifts are a big morale boost," said Roger Humphries, U. S. Postal Service
Nov. 10, 2009 Year of the Family comes to Offutt Although long recognized as a military service with exceptional commitment to families, Air Force senior leaders established this as the "Year of the Air Force Family." The year-long celebration is meant to show the service's desire to look for ways to improve in this area and not be satisfied with