Jan. 14, 2013 AF releases new 'vision' document The Air Force released a new document today outlining the force's vision and way forward."Focused on 'Airmen, Mission, and Innovation,' I believe this short document captures what today's Air Force is all about, and where I think we ought to focus on for tomorrow," said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen.
Jan. 4, 2013 Upcoming blood drives at Offutt and in Bellevue honor local infant The American Red Cross is holding blood drives at Offutt Air Force Base and in the Bellevue community during January and February in honor of 11-month-old Emily Stephenson.On Feb. 3, 2012, Emily was born to Amy and Air Force Staff Sgt. Wayne Stephenson, of the 55th Intelligence Support Squadron. It
Jan. 2, 2013 Legislators avoid fiscal cliff, delay sequester process Congress has avoided the fiscal cliff, but Pentagon Press Secretary George Little called on the body to continue efforts to permanently eliminate the threat of sequestration.The House of Representatives passed a Senate proposal that avoided the fiscal cliff last night. Defense Secretary Leon E.
Dec. 27, 2012 Israeli Air Force officers search for new bird strike solution Searching for ways to improve their bird strike prevention program, two officers from the Israeli Air Force visited Offutt Air Force Base Dec. 19, to learn about Offutt's Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard program, particularly its use of the MERLIN Aircraft Birdstrike Avoidance Radar System. The bird
Dec. 27, 2012 Base tax center offers free tax services April 15 may seem distant now; but the clock is ticking toward the 2012 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. 18, 2012 Offutt's Transition Assistance Program evolution Transitioning from military to civilian life has changed a great deal over the past twenty years and in October 2013 the Transition Assistance Program with the Airman & Family Readiness Center at Offutt is scheduled to complete its evolution into an entirely new program to meet the new demands of
Dec. 7, 2012 Offutt Field House receives much needed upgrades The largest gym in the Air Force will soon see some major improvements. Offutt's 240,000 square foot gym, the Offutt Field House, is currently receiving $600,000 in renovations that will include new surfaces for the basketball and volleyball courts.The four vinyl-tile sport courts that have been in
Dec. 4, 2012 Changes to Offutt Tax Center services for 2013 tax season As tax season approaches, the Offutt Tax Center is preparing for a busy tax season and wants customers to be aware of some changes to the location and services offered.The tax center is scheduled to open Jan. 22 for EZ-form filers on a walk-in basis from 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. We will begin scheduling
Dec. 3, 2012 2013 Scholarships for military children opens Dec. 3 In 2012, the Scholarships for Military Children Program celebrated a major milestone as it reached more than $10 million in scholarships awarded to 6,742 students from around the globe.Applications for the 2013 Scholarships for Military Children Program will be available starting Dec. 3 at
Nov. 29, 2012 AFOSI helps those traveling abroad via AF Portal As foreign travel increases within the Department of Defense community, the risk of foreign intelligence targeting also increases. You can be the target of a foreign intelligence or security service at any time and any place. However, the possibility of becoming the target of foreign intelligence
Nov. 15, 2012 Celebrating radiologic technology Every day many patients enter the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic and are imaged by radiology. These images provide an integral part of their care plan. National Radiologic Technology Week is celebrated annually to recognize the achievements of radiologic technologists across the nation. The celebration
Nov. 13, 2012 Giving thanks through giving Thanksgiving Day is quickly approaching which represents a time of year which many of us get together with family and friends to celebrate all we are thankful for. We'll play backyard football, enjoy a turkey feast and maybe even sleep it off with a long nap. These are traditions most of us are
Nov. 13, 2012 Wingman Day helps Airmen learn the four pillars of fitness Every year, the 55th Wing takes time from the busy schedule of putting planes in the air, wrenches on bolts, and shots in the arm to celebrate the annual Wingman Day. This year organizers will focus on building camaraderie and resiliency within the Comprehensive Airman Fitness program on Nov. 26.The