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
Nov. 4, 2009 Air Force Releases Guidance for wear of PTU The Air Force has released guidance this month for wear of the physical training uniform, replacing previous guidance in Air Force Instruction 36-2903. According to the message released from Air Force A1 and signed by Lt. Gen. Richard Y. Newton III, deputy chief of staff for Manpower and Personnel,
Nov. 3, 2009 Scholarship program for military children kicks off The holidays are fast approaching, and they can be a fun family time as children away at college come home, and other students get their holiday break. It's also a time for students and parents to apply for the 2010 Scholarships for Military Children Program which began Nov. 3. Scholarship
Nov. 2, 2009 132 Offutt Airmen earn CCAF degrees A thunderous applause fills the room as "Pomp and Circumstance" plays from the speakers as they enter. Everyone is here to congratulate them for reaching a significant career milestone. Forty-seven members of Team Offutt received their Community College of the Air Force degrees during a ceremony at
Nov. 2, 2009 Tricare announces H1N1 immunization policy Immunizations against the H1N1 virus will soon be available, and people are eager to take precautions. Tricare Prime, Standard and Extra beneficiaries can get their shots from network and non-network providers without paying a deductible or making a co-payment. A temporary waiver allows retired
Nov. 2, 2009 Nebraska honors veterans with 10th annual parade For the 10th year, Heartland communities will come together in Bellevue Nov. 7 to honor our nation's military veterans during Nebraska's Official Veterans Parade. The event, which begins at 10 a.m. in Olde Towne Bellevue, is expected to draw more than 100 entries, including about 400 troops from
Oct. 27, 2009 Team Offutt triumphs during annual triathlon Twenty one Team Offutt athletes braved chilly temperatures Oct. 24 as they swam, biked and ran during the Offutt Triathlon. During the three-stage event, athletes swam 400 yards, pedaled 12 miles and finally ran 4 miles before crossing the finish line. The triathlon began in the Offutt Field House
Oct. 27, 2009 Offutt to compete for Hennessy Award Offutt's two military dining facilities -- the Ronald L King Dining Facility and the Campisi Alert Dining Facility - were recently selected to compete against Nellis AFB, Nev., for best in Air Combat Command honors. The winner moves on to the Air Force-level competition. Established in 1956, the
Oct. 26, 2009 55th Wing recognized with Meritorious Unit Award Airmen in the 55th Wing pride themselves on their ability to perform the mission at the highest level and recently they were honored for that dedication with Air Combat Command's Meritorious Unit Award. The MUA is given to Air Force active-duty, Reserve and Guard units for exceptionally meritorious
Oct. 19, 2009 Local Tuskegee Airman passes away at 89 The Air Force, Team Offutt and the Bellevue community lost one its heroes, icons and pioneers Oct. 11, with the passing of retired Lt. Col. Harrison Tull. Colonel Tull, a member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, lost his battle with cancer at the age of 89. Colonel Tull spent 27 years in the
Oct. 19, 2009 Grins, gratitude galore during Airman Appreciation Day More than 300 junior enlisted members of the Air Force, Navy, Army and Marine Corps gathered at Offutt's base lake Oct. 16 for the Airman Appreciation Day Barbecue and Comedy Blow-out. This free event, hosted and planned by the Elite Four Airmen's Council featured live comedy, a cook out, bonfires,
Oct. 19, 2009 Wingman Day fosters teamwork, enhances camaraderie Several Airmen struggle to paddle from one end of the pool to the next in cardboard boats, while others work to put together a puzzle in under 45 minutes, navigate through a maze blindfolded or maneuver a giant ball through an obstacle course. Teamwork is what gets them through, and working together
Oct. 15, 2009 2010 Defense Authorization Bill could repeal NSPS Congress has reached an agreement on a $680.2 billion National Defense Authorization Bill for fiscal 2010. The bill, which has yet to be signed by President Barack Obama, could repeal the National Security Personnel System. According to the official NSPS Web site, the 2010 NDAA contains several