Jan. 24, 2011 Navy Operational Support Center Omaha opens new facility While the weather outside may have been cold, dreary and gray, the mood inside was anything but as the Sailors of the Navy Operational Support Center Omaha cut the ribbon on their brand new facility here Jan. 22.The new $4.3 million, 19,000-square-foot facility includes computer training classrooms,
Jan. 24, 2011 Air Force chief of staff releases 2011 reading list The Air Force chief of staff announced his latest professional reading list Jan. 21. "Effectively operating within our increasingly dynamic, interconnected and complex world requires steadfast commitment to personal and professional growth," Gen. Norton Schwartz said in a letter to
Jan. 24, 2011 TRICARE officials improve online communication, access Additions to the TRICARE military health plan's website are giving beneficiaries easier access to their personal health data, more convenient appointment scheduling and better communication with their health care providers, the top TRICARE official reported.TRICARE Online, the military health
Jan. 24, 2011 TSP contribution limits set for 2011 Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board members announced the 2011 elective deferral limit for regular Thrift Savings Plan contributions will remain $16,500, and TSP catch-up plan contribution limits will remain at $5,500.TSP is a long-term retirement savings plan that gives investors an
Jan. 19, 2011 ACC’s newest chiefs descend on Offutt More than 100 of Air Combat Command's newest chief master sergeant selects along with their numbered Air Force and major command functional managers braved snow and subzero temperatures to attend the ACC Chief Master Sergeant 2011 Orientation here Jan. 9 - 13. The purpose of the conference is to
Jan. 19, 2011 AFWA intramural soccer team wins close one On Wednesday night, outside the Offutt Field House, freezing temperatures and blistering winds seemed to bring things to a standstill. Inside, however, was a completely different matter. The location was Offutt's indoor soccer field and the event was a rematch between the Air Force Weather Agency
Jan. 19, 2011 Offutt captain saves Omaha man’s life When sitting through your next annually-required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation class, pay attention. The life of your friend, family member or Wingman could be at risk. You might not even know the person.On Nov. 29, 2010, Capt. Jonathan Fitzsimmons, assistant A Flight commander for the 45th
Jan. 13, 2011 Air Force officials caution against geotags, location-based services Social media offers many Airmen another way to keep in touch with colleagues, friends and family, but users need to be aware of the risks associated with technical tools that help them share information, officials said Jan. 7.As more Airmen and their family members use smartphones to take pictures
Jan. 12, 2011 Tax Center shares info for appointments For members of the Armed Forces serving in a combat zone or qualified hazardous duty area, the deadline for filing tax returns, paying taxes, filing claims for refunds, and taking other actions with the IRS is automatically extended.The deadline for taking action with the IRS is extended 180 days
Jan. 11, 2011 First-Time Home Buyers Credit for Military Members As tax season approaches, the Offutt Tax Center has been receiving many calls concerning the first-time home buyers credit and wants customers to be aware of how this credit will impact the military community. If you received the first-time home buyers credit in 2008 of $7,500, then you will begin
Jan. 10, 2011 Secretary Gates outlines 'Don't Ask' repeal process Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates Jan. 6 described the Pentagon's three-step process for preparing to allow gays to serve openly in the military services.At a Pentagon news conference with Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary Gates updated reporters on the
Jan. 10, 2011 Air Force officials announce formal officer cross-flow program In an effort to balance officer skills across the active-duty component, the Air Force will offer cross-flow options for nonrated line officers in specified career fields, officials said here Jan 7. The nonrated officer cross-flow program is being announced as part of the fiscal 2011 Force
Jan. 6, 2011 Team Offutt to host ACC's newest chiefs Air Combat Command's most recent chief master sergeant selects will travel to Offutt Jan. 9 - 14 to attend the command's annual Chiefs Orientation. The orientation, designed to prepare the selectees for the Air Force's top enlisted rank, is expected to focus on the roles and responsibilities of a
Jan. 6, 2011 Nominations open for Military Child of the Year Award A nonprofit organization is giving Americans the chance to sing the praises of a group often called the nation's unsung heroes: military children.Operation Homefront, a troop- and military-family support group, is inviting people to nominate outstanding military children from all branches of service
Jan. 6, 2011 Changes coming to the Post-9/11 GI-Bill The Post-9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Improvements Act of 2010 was recently signed into law. Effective Aug. 1, 2009, but not payable until Oct. 1, 2011-- Certain National Guard members mobilized on Title 32 orders on, or after, Sept. 11, 2001 are now eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill and any
Jan. 6, 2011 'Hero Miles' program supports families of fallen, wounded A popular program that turns donated frequent-flier miles into free airline tickets for wounded warriors receiving medical care, as well as their families, will expand in 2011, so families of the fallen and combat wounded can participate in two upcoming events.The Fisher House Foundation, which
Jan. 5, 2011 Networthiness sets standards for DOD, AF networks The Air Force soon will have a relatively new term to add to its network operations lexicon: "Networthiness." Air Force Network Integration Center officials recently led efforts to develop the Department of Defense's networthiness concept, an operational assessment that goes well beyond information
Jan. 4, 2011 Royal Air Force aircrew members to train at Offutt Whether it's performing strategic bombing missions in World War II, defending Europe during the Cold War, monitoring Iraqi no-fly zones, or battling the Taliban in Afghanistan, the U.S. Air Force and the U.K. Royal Air Force have been close allies for many years.Recently, this partnership was
Jan. 4, 2011 Mullen: Leaders key to nation's, military's future Because leaders at all levels are key to U.S. success, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a CNN interview broadcast Jan. 2, his main concern is ensuring military officials continue to develop and encourage great leaders for the country.Navy Adm. Mike Mullen told Fareed Zakaria on the
Jan. 4, 2011 VA officials set to verify veteran small businesses To further advocate for veterans, VA officials have announced that companies identifying themselves as small businesses or veteran-owned businesses to gain priority for some Department of Veterans Affairs contracts now must provide documentation verifying their status within 90 days of receiving