Jan. 13, 2014 TactFit Games return for second year The second annual Team Offutt Tactical Fitness Games will be held Jan. 19 at the Offutt Field House starting at 9:30 a.m.This competition brings together civilian and military CrossFitters and supporters from Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and South Dakota. "[The] TactFit Games is a chance for civilians to
Jan. 10, 2014 Changes to Offutt Tax Center services for 2014 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 some changes in its service offerings.The Offutt Tax Center is located on the first floor of the 55th Wing Legal Office. The waiting area is combined with the legal office; with
Jan. 10, 2014 12th Air Force commander visits Offutt The 12th Air Force (Air Forces Southern) commander made his first official visit to base on Jan. 8 - 9.U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tod D. Wolters, 12th AF (AFSOUTH) commander, met with Airmen, toured aircraft, received multiple briefings about the inner workings of the 55th Wing, and held an all-call
Dec. 30, 2013 They left no butts behind Operation No Butts Left Behind, an annual base diaper drive with a funny name and a serious mission, came to a close on Dec. 6.In just one week, this group of Team Offutt volunteers collected a combined diaper and cash donation of 17,889 diapers for the Lydia House in Omaha."This is the third year
Dec. 24, 2013 Hypothermia and Frostbite prevention According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,approximately 700 deaths occur In the U.S. each year from hypothermia. Hypothermia happens when the body temperature drops to 95 degrees or less and can be fatal if not detected promptly or treated properly.Adult Hypothermia Signs-
Dec. 24, 2013 Offutt Key Spouses prepare for mobility With deployment folders in hand, Offutt Key Spouses sat side-by-side at the Mobility Processing Center for their first ever deployment line exercise here Dec. 19.This introductory meeting was the first of many for the key spouses as they hope to get better acquainted to the depth and scope of the
Dec. 16, 2013 Wingmen save lives on and off the battlefield (This feature is the final installment of a three part series on drinking and driving prevention.)Being in the military is not just a career or a job, it's a way of life.When someone joins the military, they are joining a family. For the Air Force, when an Airman joins, they become a wingman to all
Dec. 14, 2013 Offutt air show to return in 2014 After a one year hiatus, the Defenders of Freedom Open House and Air Show will return to Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., on July 19-20, 2014."We're excited to have been selected to host an open house in 2014," said U.S. Air Force Col. Gregory Guillot, 55th Wing commander. "We enjoy opening our gates
Dec. 12, 2013 Annual CFC drive coming to a close The end is in sight for the 2013 Combined Federal Campaign, so if you haven't signed up to participate already, time is quickly running out.The CFC allows military, federal and postal employees to donate to local, national and international charities of their choice. The theme for this year campaign
Dec. 11, 2013 Goodbye holiday season, hello tax season While you were out this holiday season searching for the perfect holiday gift, it's possible you may have forgotten about something you'll need after the holidays - your important tax documents.That's right, tax season is rapidly approaching, and since the holiday season is now behind us, why not
Dec. 11, 2013 Base tax center offers free tax services April 15 may seem distant now; but the clock is ticking toward the 2014 tax deadline. The base tax center offers free tax services to active duty and retired military as well as their ID carrying family members. Tax assistance is also provided to National Guard and reserve personnel on active-duty
Dec. 10, 2013 Operation Holiday Cheer shows Bellevue's support Offutt's young, single Airmen living in the dorms received gift bags and thank you notes from the local community during Operation Holiday Cheer Dec. 6.More than 45 volunteers from the Bellevue community donated their morning to stuff 700 bags with candy, cocoa, popcorn, chips, gum and cookies for
Dec. 4, 2013 Drinking and driving: A career ending choice (This feature is the second installment of a three part series on drinking and driving prevention.)Air Force careers ruined by Airmen not having a plan - or not sticking to their plan - after a night of drinking is a story nobody ever wants to hear.But unfortunately, this story is a reality.Driving
Dec. 2, 2013 Heartland of America Band begins 'New Traditions' for the holidays The U.S. Air Force Heartland of America Band will end 2013 by offering annual holiday concerts titled "New Traditions" at several schools in the local community in the month of December."This year's show is all about 'New Traditions,'" said Master Sgt. Gary Olson, U.S. Air Force HOAB holiday show
Nov. 21, 2013 JAG Corps announces law school programs Applications for the Funded Legal Education Program and Excess Leave Program are being accepted Jan. 1 - March 1, 2014."Our Air Force commanders deserve to have legal advisors with a broad background of military experiences," said Lt. Col. Mynda Ohman, 55th Wing staff judge advocate. "The FLEP and
Nov. 20, 2013 Korean air force weather commander visits Team Offutt The Republic of Korea Air Force Weather Wing commander visited the Air Force Weather Agency on Nov. 12.ROKAF Col. Chang Hoon Lee toured the headquarters facility, received multiples briefings and worked with AFWA's leadership on identifying areas for cooperation and exchange that would build on the
Nov. 18, 2013 USSTRATCOM Hosts Change of Command U.S. Strategic Command bid farewell to Gen. C. Robert Kehler in a change of command ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue, Neb. Nov. 15.Kehler relinquished command to Adm. Cecil D. Haney, the former Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet.Secretary of Defense, the Honorable Chuck Hagel, welcomed the