May 7, 2008 Weather Airman of the year: Scott forecaster best in Air Force In what other career can you be wrong half the time and still keep your job? That is a common joke when referring to weather forecasters both civilian and military, but when you're on the top of your game, people notice that too. Senior Airman Leon Keochanthanivong, 15th Operational Weather Squadron
May 7, 2008 USTRANSCOM identifies next in command Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, U.S. Transportation Command commander, informed members of his command about his retirement and the nomination of his successor, Air Force Lt. Gen. William Fraser III, during a commander's call, April 23, in the base theater. General Fraser currently serves as assistant to
May 7, 2008 101 Critial Days of Summer quickly approaching It's getting warm outside and summer is almost here, signaling the approach of the 101 Critical Days of Summer campaign. The 101 Critical Days of Summer represents the period of time between Memorial Day and Labor Day when the military historically loses a larger number of Air Force family members
May 7, 2008 Outdoor fire safety Summer is near, and it is time to start making plans for outdoor activities. Children are out of school, baseball is in full swing, and the weather is terrific...this is the time when family and friends gather to enjoy the great out doors and fire-up the barbecue grill. With summer, it brings along
May 7, 2008 National Police Week 2008 On Oct. 1, 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed Public Law 87-726 recognizing every May 15 as National Police Officer's Memorial Day. Additionally, every week containing May 15 is designated "National Police Week," reserved for recognizing the dedication, fortitude, accomplishments and
May 7, 2008 Making a big bang: 375th Explosive Ordnance Disposal The role of the 375th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal unit is in a constant state of change. The unit provided a demonstration last week of what they train for and the tools they use to keep themselves safe. One of those tools is a bomb disposal suit that is made of both Kevlar
April 30, 2008 New trainer lifesaving asset to region The new technical rescue trainer constructed at Scott Air Force Base is a valuable training tool for emergency personnel throughout Southwestern Illinois. The new technical rescue training facility opened Monday after two years of planning and is the only one of its kind south of Springfield.
April 30, 2008 USO program helps keep families close Joint Total Force Scott's newest family oriented program, United Through Reading, kicked off April 24 at 11:30 a.m., at the Base Library. The USO of Missouri, Base Library and the Airman and Family Readiness Center launched the new program aimed at keeping deploying servicembers and their families