Jan. 15, 2009 Challenges, rewards with pet adoption When James and Patty Kuttner went to the Hearts United animal shelter in Auburn, Neb., they were only looking for one dog. When they left, they took with them three severely abused American Eskimo dogs and a lot of responsibility. "My wife and I raised two American Eskimos from pups and had the
Dec. 16, 2008 DUI statistics are a deadly reality One out of three - those are the odds you have of being involved in an alcohol related car crash at some point in your life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 36 people in the United States die, and approximately 700 more are injured every day in motor vehicle crashes that
Dec. 10, 2008 Preparing for winter emergencies: on and off the road Cold weather conditions can quickly change a weekend at home, or a daily drive into a dangerous situation with little-to-no warning - know your foe and plan accordingly. Heavy snows, ice storms and slippery roads have led to accidents, power outages or other situations, leaving motorists stranded
Dec. 8, 2008 Historic Martin Bomber Plant gets revitalized The Martin Bomber Plant , best known as Building "D" the largest, historically significant structure on Offutt Air Force Base. It's a two story building that contains 1.5 million square feet or a little more than 34 acres and is where many aircraft that took flight during World War II were
Dec. 1, 2008 Gift giving on a budget a necessity for many this holiday season While some may be starting to feel the merriment of the season, others may be uttering "Bah Humbug" as they consider the impact gift giving will have on their bank accounts.To help lessen the financial blow this holiday season, here are a few ideas:1. Price match. Many stores, including the Army
Nov. 18, 2008 Native Americans embody warrior spirit Native Americans embody warrior spirit Native Americans have participated with distinction in United States military actions for more than 200 years. Since its inception, five Native American service members have earned our nation's highest award for heroism above and beyond the call of duty, the
Nov. 18, 2008 Relatable and Reliable: 55th Wing Chaplains Tucked beside General's Row and the Parade Field and clouded by trees, the Strategic Air Command Memorial Chapel sits as a quiet sanctuary on a bustling military installation. That's not to say the chapel isn't busy, but there is a sense of calm in the building. Built in 1956, the chapel has always
Nov. 12, 2008 Offutt gets a state-of-the-art Language Learning Center "I've made it through the basic program, now how do I maintain and improve these skills?" wondered Airman First Class Stephen Jennings, who recently finished the basic Korean course with a Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) score of 2+/2+/2. This question is the most commonly heard refrain
Nov. 10, 2008 “Homesick Angel” receives tender loving care A piece of American history, Offutt's static display B-17 "Homesick Angel," is undergoing structural repair and repainting through June 2009. "We inspect the airplane every year, but this time around we found some major repair work needed to be done," said Walt Chapman, 55th Maintenance Squadron
Nov. 7, 2008 2008 Veteran's Day Message Veterans Day This holiday is a special day; one set aside to remind us of the sacrifices and service of our veterans. These men and women were and are valiantly and selflessly devoted to a cause greater than them. Indeed, this day helps us focus our attention on the purpose of Veterans Day: a