Staying safe while riding solo

Big changes are taking place for motorcycle training this year that will require riders to schedule their own training with an approved Motorcycle Safety Foundation vendor, and seek reimbursement for the training fee if necessary. The US Air Force Traffic Safety Program, AFI 91-207, requires active

55th CS saves Offutt thousands

Members of the 55th Communications Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base were honored at a recent commander's call for saving the wing $37,500 on annual energy costs.The 55th Wing Innovation Certificate of Recognition was given to the squadron after it dismantled more than 60 servers no longer needed at

The Winter Wonderland that almost wasn't

The Offutt Enlisted Spouses Club held its 21st annual Winter Wonderland Event at the Bellevue Social Center Dec. 12.While the event went off smoothly - the club provided gifts for 300 children of active duty or retired enlisted service members, as well as face painting, breakfast and a photo with

Innovate to Execute

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the 55th Wing at Offutt AFB, and in keeping with the theme leadership has kicked-off a "50 Ideas in 50 Days" program.The program gives Team Offutt personnel the opportunity to input their ideas for change.The program represents the Air Force vision that people

Wing's heritage takes center stage

In an effort to educate current 55th Wing members about the wing's illustrious history, the first in a series of heritage events took place at the 97th Intelligence Squadron Feb. 5.More than 50 active duty Airmen joined with four members of the 55th Wing Association, the wing's alumni group, to

Offutt to raise more than $100,000

While the Combined Federal Campaign gave Team Offutt an opportunity to give back to countless charities across a spectrum of needs, it is now time for Airmen to give back to Airmen.The Air Force Assistance Fund will run from Feb. 16 through March 28. Last year Offutt raised 117% of their goal,

Offutt Diversity Team hosts Airmen panel

The Offutt Diversity Team held a Voice of the Future Lunch and Learn at the Patriot Club here Jan. 27, 2016.The event gave senior NCOs and company grade officers the opportunity to ask junior enlisted Airmen questions about new innovations, motivating Airmen and issues facing new service members."I

CFC ends on a high note

During the 2015 holiday season, Team Offutt came together in support of charitable organizations through the 2015 Combined Federal Campaign.In the end, Team Offutt raised more than $196,000 in support of 2,300 international, national and regional charities."In the 55th Wing, the top performer was

Suicide Prevention for Veterans

According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, 22 veterans commit suicide every day.As a means to address this issue, the 55th Wing Chaplain Corps at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., opened its doors to pastors from the local Bellevue community in order to prepare them with strategies to help the

Personal drones under new regulations

With personal drone usage continuing to increase across the nation, the Federal Aviation Administration recently announced some new regulations.As of Dec. 21, 2015, anyone who owns a small unmanned aircraft system of less than 55 pounds must register it with the FAA before flying it outdoors. Owners

Offutt gives students a chance at mechanics

Students studying Airframe and Power Plant disciplines at Iowa Western Community College have a unique opportunity to intern with the 55th Maintenance Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb."Basically, about nine months ago we were having trouble hiring civilians to fill slots that were coming

Biomedical Sciences Corps Appreciation Week

The Air Force recognizes the achievements of the men and women who comprise the Biomedical Sciences Corps by designating Jan. 25-29 as BSC Appreciation Week. This year is the 51st Anniversary of the Biomedical Sciences Corps.The BSC's roots date back to 1917, when the Sanitary Corps was established

Fuels management issue corrected at Offutt, implemented throughout Air Force

Offutt fuels specialists from the 55th Logistics Readiness Squadron recently identified a mechanical deficiency on Offutt's fleet of R-12 Hydrant Servicing Vehicles that has led to inspections of R-12 units throughout the Air Force.The problem stems from a hose nozzle that can leak fuel if its valve

Voting season is near

Service members and families who have recently arrived at Offutt Air Force Base are reminded that mail-in Nebraska voter registration must be completed by the third Friday before an election, while the deadline for registering at the local County Clerk/Election Commissioner's office is 6 p.m. on the

97th IS welcomes chaplains and mental health techs

The 55th Medical Operations Squadron and the 55th Wing Chaplain Corps hosted an open house at the 97th Intelligence Squadron Jan. 8 in honor of the new mental health and chaplain office within the secret compartmentalized information facility.The move, which was organized only a month before the

Offutt to host FEMA hiring event

A hiring event in partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency takes place at the Offutt Airman & Family Readiness Center from 9 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 4.The primary focus of the event is for FEMA to recruit and hire for what they call their reservist or CORE positions."CORE are Contingency

Commander-in-Chief visits Offutt

AF officials announce civilian reduction in force

In a continuing effort to meet Defense Department funding targets and rebalance the civilian workforce, some Air Force installations will implement civilian reduction in force authorities effective through April 4.Following a major command needs assessment in early August, more than 1,000 civilian

TRICARE pharmacy copays change Feb. 1

Military pharmacies and TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery will remain the lowest cost pharmacy option for TRICARE beneficiaries when some TRICARE pharmacy copays change Feb. 1. Most copays for prescription drugs in the home delivery program and retail network pharmacies will increase slightly.The 2016

Nebraska icon talks integrity at Offutt

For many Nebraskans, retired Cornhuskers coach and former Nebraska representative Tom Osborne is both a man and a legend. From his 255 wins and three national championship to being inducted in to the College Football Hall of Fame three years prior to being eligible, Osborne has become a household