Nov. 12, 2013 One final toast: RAF Mildenhall honors remaining Doolittle Raiders on historic achievement In April 1942, 80 men known as the Doolittle Raiders took part in a daring mission to strike the Japanese homeland. Though things didn't go exactly as planned, the raid has been considered a great success for the United States. One of the 55th Wing's units, the 95th Reconnaissance Squadron at RAF
Nov. 8, 2013 Local thank you now a fall tradition In what has become a local tradition, Team Offutt members are once again being honored for their service with a larger than life thank you note.Plowed into a bean field just west of Offutt's runway is a message specifically to those, "Defenders of Freedom.""We just want to say thanks for all they
Nov. 8, 2013 Offutt squadron commits to being fit Regular physical activity plays an important role in being a resilient Airman, but it's not always easy to find the motivation to get out there and do it. The 55th Intelligence Support Squadron at Offutt AFB seems to have found the secret to success.Over the past year, the 55th ISS has managed to
Nov. 6, 2013 Airman's passion for art leaves mark on unit Senior Airman Patrick Corcoran, a 755th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron propulsion technician, is a passionate artist who is leaving his mark in the squadron's hangar.Corcoran has always had an interest for art. He draws and does watercolors, but his favorite medium is airbrushing. Growing up, a
Nov. 4, 2013 Offutt prepares winter tools Navigating the winter landscape of the Midwest can be dangerous, but there are dedicated people here waiting to jump into action at a moment's notice to keep Team Offutt safe.With a little planning in advance and receiving information in a timely manner, most winter obstacles can be dealt with. A
Nov. 4, 2013 Annual veteran's day parade ready to march down Olde Towne Residents of the metro area are expected to turn out in the hundreds for Nebraska's 14th annual Nebraska's Official Veterans Parade Nov. 9.The event, which begins at 10 a.m. in Olde Towne Bellevue, is to draw more than 100 entries, including about 400 troops from Offutt. The grand marshal for this
Oct. 28, 2013 Breaking the thumbsucking habit Thumbsucking is a natural reflex for children. Sucking on thumbs, fingers, pacifiers or other objects may make babies feel secure and happy and help them learn about their world. Young children may also suck to soothe themselves and help them fall asleep.However, after the permanent teeth come in,
Oct. 25, 2013 Oct. 26 is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day As part of the Drug Enforcement Agency sponsored semiannual National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Oct. 26, the 55th Medical Group and 55th Security Forces Squadron will host their no-questions-asked drop-off 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic (open to the public) and at the
Oct. 24, 2013 Offutt celebrates pharmacy week Pharmacists at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic are using National Hospital & Health-System Pharmacy Week, Oct. 21-27, 2013, to underscore the many new and vital roles they now play in patient care. The evolution has been especially dramatic in recent years as pharmacists have moved beyond compounding
Oct. 21, 2013 Keep a healthy smile for Halloween Halloween can be a fun time for children and even adults but it also can pose challenges to keeping a healthy smile. Below are a few tips to help keep you and your family on track this Halloween. · The frequency of eating Halloween candy NOT the amount increases the risk of cavities.Eating candy and
Oct. 21, 2013 28 years of service, family finishes together Approximately 100,000 military service members are currently deployed and fighting the war against terrorism. Most of whom, will not see their families for at least six months. However, there is the rare occasion where family members have the opportunity to serve side by side.Senior Master Sgt.
Oct. 15, 2013 FDA warns against dietary supplement The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers to stop using OxyElite Pro, a dietary supplement, because of suspected links to acute hepatitis. The FDA, along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Hawaii Department of Health are investigating reports of acute
Sept. 27, 2013 Fire Prevention Week 2013 Team Offutt will celebrate and educate during the 2013 Fire Prevention Week happening Oct. 6 - 12 with various activities centered around this year's theme, Prevent Kitchen Fires.Fire Prevention Week was inspired by one of the worst fires in America - the Great Chicago Fire of October 1871. More
Sept. 24, 2013 Air Force Network Migration to affect Offutt domain users Major changes will be coming to Offutt's computer network as part of a larger project that will streamline cyber operations across the Air Force.The project, titled the "Air Force Network Migration," will combine all stand-alone network environments into a single, integrated Air Force network
Sept. 23, 2013 Career fair aims to help vets, dependents find jobs Searching for a civilian job after serving in the military can be a stressful time, even for the most confident and experienced job seeker. A resource organized by the Offutt Airmen and Family Readiness Center is designed to help alleviate some of that anxiety.The Offutt Career Fair, scheduled for
Sept. 22, 2013 55th Wing rises to meet inspection challenges The 55th Wing was awarded an overall grade of "Excellent" following their first ever Consolidated Unit Inspection Sept. 20."I couldn't be more proud of this team," said Col. Gregory Guillot, 55th Wing commander. The CUI was just one of eleven inspections for units from across the Fightin'