March 16, 2010 AFRC observes Credit Education Month every day Bad credit can cost you thousands of dollars over a lifetime and could possibly deny you your dream job. March is Credit Education Month and a good time to examine some of the most commonly asked questions about credit.Who has access to and uses credit reports? Anyone with a "legitimate business
March 8, 2010 Two Team Offutt members selected for Tops in Blue Two members of Team Offutt were selected for the 2010 Tops in Blue tour during the group's worldwide talent competition at Lackland AFB, Texas Jan. 17 - 25.Staff Sgt. Candice J. Fagan, an intelligence analyst with the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, a geographically separated
March 8, 2010 Annual campaign to help Air Force family kicks off The 2010 Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign kicked off here March 8 and runs through April 16. The annual campaign, in its 37th year, provides a way for people to support the Air Force family through four helping organizations. Each year a fund raising goal is established for each base. This year's
March 4, 2010 Offutt unit gains national accreditation The Air Force's Precise Point Positioning Program assigned to Offutt's 20th Intelligence Squadron recently received accreditation from the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency to train and certify Air Force intelligence personnel in precise point mensuration. The program, known as AFP4, is under
March 3, 2010 Changes to social media access coming soon The new policy allowing access to social media from computers connected to the Defense Department's unclassified network balances the mission value of Web 2.0 tools and the need for security, a top defense official said. Since being hired as principal deputy assistant secretary of defense for public
March 2, 2010 Offutt plans annual 55th Wing birthday celebration All active-duty members, civilian employees and retirees are cordially invited to attend the 55th Wing's 32nd Annual Birthday Ball April 10 at Embassy Suites in La Vista, Neb. The ball is the wing's largest formal social event of the year and is hosted by 55th Wing Commander Brig. Gen. John N.T.
March 2, 2010 Offutt honors annual award winners More than 300 friends, co-workers, supervisors, first sergeants and commanders gathered in the Patriot Club Ballroom Feb. 26 to honor the 55th Wing's "best of the best."The event, the 55th Wing's annual awards banquet, was attended by people from as far away as Japan. The theme for the ceremony, "A
Feb. 26, 2010 Air Force logistics officials explain excess baggage policy Air Force logistics officials said Airmen need to be aware of the rules concerning excess baggage while deploying or on official travel since many civilian airlines charge fees for baggage."While airlines charge for a passenger's baggage and any additional baggage, Airmen are not subject to any
Feb. 18, 2010 Public affairs uses variety of channels to get the word out In today's world of instant communication via the Internet, e-mail and cell phones, it still remains a challenge to reach an audience of more than 10,000 people who have different preferences of how they receive information.A recent example of the importance of timely information flow was the
Feb. 17, 2010 Driving made more dangerous by irresponsible behavior Driving a vehicle, by its very nature is understood by most people as inherently hazardous. Add things like texting, speeding and loud music to the equation and the result is downright dangerous, according to civilian and military law enforcement and safety experts.According to the National Highway
Feb. 11, 2010 AF launches new legal assistance Web site The Air Force unveiled a new source of help when it comes to things like a will, power of attorney or other legal question. The new Air Force legal Web site at www.aflegalassistance.com is designed for active-duty and reserve component members, retirees and family members.The Web site was created to
Feb. 4, 2010 Air Force secretary: Importance of joint mission can't be stressed enough The secretary of the Air Force spent time at Bagram Airfield Feb. 1 and 2 as part of a weeklong tour through the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility."One of the primary reasons for the trip was to monitor our efforts in training the Afghanistan National Army Air Corps," Secretary Michael
Feb. 2, 2010 Straight from the heart Forty-five years ago this month an event took place that determined the path of my life. This article is a tribute to that event. I would like to recognize the efforts of the American Heart Association in battling heart disease, the brilliant medical professionals who have made remarkable advances
Jan. 29, 2010 Free online tutoring service now available to Airmen, families Defense Department officials here recently launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families. The site -- http://www.tutor.com/military -- offers round-the-clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, resume writing and more. Marine
Jan. 28, 2010 ACC commander asks all Airmen to prevent suicide Gen. William Fraser III, Air Combat Command commander, asks all Airmen to prevent suicide. To view his message, click the video on the right.
Jan. 27, 2010 55th FSS offers numerous Valentine's events Love is in the air as Valentine's Day draws closer. Cupid will be taking aim and many people will be celebrating their love. This year the 55th Force Support Squadron offers several events for the Offutt community to spend time with special people in their life. The Patriot Club offers a chance to
Jan. 27, 2010 Offutt to host Sweetheart 5K Deployments, moving every few years and the constant hustle and bustle that is the U.S. military way of life can make getting to the gym difficult, but for members of Team Offutt, working out with their friends or loved ones just became easier.Offutt is set to host the Sweetheart 5K Run/Walk at the