Jan. 1, 2018 Every journey begins with a single step – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 1) Maj. Stephanie Proellochs, a Medical Service Corps officer, was fighting cancer, overcoming the odds and set on returning to active duty. Unfortunately, just when the finish line was in sight, new challenges presented themselves.
Dec. 28, 2017 Warhawks mark historic milestone Christmas Day 2017 marked 10,000 days of of continuous deployment to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility for the 55th Wing.
Dec. 22, 2017 Roll for recovery: Office of the Warrior Advocate hosts outreach event The Office of the Warrior Advocate gathered 25 Wounded Warriors and disabled veterans for a bowling event at Offutt Air Force Base Dec. 21, 2017The adaptive bowling event aimed to strengthen the community of injured active duty service members and veterans the office has been building since it was
Dec. 20, 2017 Weight Loss Challenge for the New Year Health Promotions is proud to announce, starting in January, they will be conducting their inaugural Four Week Weight Loss Warrior Challenge. This program will provide education, support, accountability and challenges for individuals to lose weight. It will feature an individual as well as team
Dec. 20, 2017 Every journey begins with a single step – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 1) This started as a story about an Airman fighting cancer, overcoming the odds, and returning to active duty. Unfortunately, stories about cancer are rarely so simple, and just when the finish line is in site, new challenges can present themselves.Such is the case for Maj. Stephanie Proellochs, a
Dec. 19, 2017 Air Force tackles Traumatic Brain Injury with early detection and holistic approach to treatment With over 3,000 cases of traumatic brain injury on average per year, TBI continues to be a significant issue for Airmen and readiness. TBI is an invisible wound, meaning the lack of physical markers often makes it difficult to detect or for others to understand the severity. Understanding the
Dec. 15, 2017 Offutt Air Show set to return in 2018, 2019 After a one-year hiatus, Offutt’s “Defenders of Freedom Open House and Air and Space Show” is scheduled to make its return August 10-12, 2018 and June 1-2, 2019.
Dec. 15, 2017 Daughters of American Revolution recognize CGO A company grade officer from the 55th Medical Support Squadron was recently presented the Daughters of the American Revolution Excellence in Community Service Award at the Faith Christian Church, Omaha, Nebraska. The DAR, whose motto is “God, Home and Country,” was founded in 1890 and is a
Dec. 13, 2017 Offutt Tax Center 2018 Tax Season As tax season approaches the Offutt Tax Center is preparing for a busy tax season and wants its customers to be aware of the service offerings.The Offutt Tax Center is located in the basement of the 55th Wing Legal Office. The waiting area is in the hallway; with this in mind we are asking that no
Dec. 12, 2017 343rd RS booster club provides winter gear for kids Santa delivered early Christmas presents to 91 children during the 343rd Reconnaissance Squadron Booster Club’s 44th annual holiday party Dec. 9, 2017, at the Pointe in Rising View housing area of Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska.In keeping with tradition, Airmen celebrated the true spirit of the
Dec. 8, 2017 Operation Holiday Cheer arrives at Offutt Volunteers from the Bellevue-Offutt community volunteered their morning on Dec. 6 to stuff bags at the Olde Towne Bellevue Firefighters Hall to bring sweet joy to the Airmen of Team Offutt.There were more than 40 volunteers who showed up, filling more than 500 bags with a variety of sweet treats for
Dec. 8, 2017 595th CACG marks one year, looks to maximize capabilities The 595th Command and Control Group celebrated its one year anniversary as a group in October 2017, and they’ve spent that year working to excel in their mission.The group stood up in October 2016 in order to align under Air Force Global Strike Command and 8th Air Force. The group’s mission is to
Dec. 8, 2017 Away for the holidays At least 89 Airmen from Offutt Air Force Base won’t be home for the holidays. The 55th Wing maintainers, pilots and aircrew members deployed to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar December 5 for a period of 45-120 days where they will be supporting operations throughout the U.S. Central Command area of
Dec. 8, 2017 Battlefield acupuncture shows promising results in alternative pain management downrange Air Force providers are using acupuncture as an effective holistic treatment option for pain relief, even in combat settings.
Dec. 7, 2017 Putting lifesaving skills to the test For one airman, a routine workout at the Offutt Field House turned into an opportunity to put his life saving skills to the test. Airman 1st Class David Robb, 55th Security Forces Squadron elite guardsman, was starting his warm-up lap during his daily workout Nov. 15, 2017, when something caught
Dec. 6, 2017 Offutt’s Tactical Air Navigation System upgraded The Tactical Air Navigation System, or TACAN, located on the flightline here, was replaced and upgraded as part of an Air Force wide $43M modernization project Nov. 29.The TACAN is a beacon for aircraft within 200 nautical miles of the system providing aircrew the proper bearing and distance to
Dec. 1, 2017 Heartland of America Band set to spread cheer for 31st straight year The Offutt-based, 16-piece Heartland of America Band is scheduled to conduct 4 free holiday-themed performances in the local community starting Dec. 10 and ending Dec. 17, 2017.
Nov. 30, 2017 Free courses being offered to improve child development Beginning next year, free specialized parenting courses will be offered to Offutt parents through the Offutt Family Advocacy Program.
Nov. 30, 2017 Whooping cough cases reported locally The Sarpy County Health Department was contacted and confirmed Pertussis infection, better known as whooping cough, in four local high school students on Nov. 28.As a result, the health department recommended that students, staff and individuals who have an increased risk of infection should be
Nov. 30, 2017 Health Promotion Is Alive and Well After a couple years absence, Health Promotion, formerly the Health and Wellness Center is back. Newly hired Health Promotion Coordinator, Roger Nelson, brings over 30 years of well-rounded industry experience to Offutt. Nelson’s previous experience includes working as a Club Manager, Wellness