Firefighter Training

Firefighters from the 375th Civil Engineering Squadron, use the buddy system and fire hose during a timed evaluation April 16. 2013 . During the evaluation the firefighters don their gear, connect a hose to a fire hydrant and spray water out the window for two minutes, then alternate positions. This helps the evaluators make sure the firefighters know how to use the buddy system and hose properly in case of an emergency.(U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Tristin English)

Firefighter Training

Firefighters from the 375th Civil Engineering Squadron, use the buddy system and fire hose during a timed evaluation April 16. 2013 . During the evaluation the firefighters don their gear, connect a hose to a fire hydrant and spray water out the window for two minutes, then alternate positions. This helps the evaluators make sure the firefighters know how to use the buddy system and hose properly in case of an emergency.(U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Tristin English)

Spring fishing at Scott Lake

Kaeden Radcliffe, 7, tries to reel in his line as the winds push it toward some driftwood. This was his first time fishing at Scott Lake April 13, 2013. (U.S. Air Force photo/Karen Petitt)

Spring fishing at Scott Lake

Jack Duffett, 7, tries to steer his line away from some driftwood as he fishes with his dad, Maj. Chris Duffet, and buddy, Kaeden Radcliffe, at the Scott Lake April 13, 2013. This was his first fishing trip of the season. (U.S. Air Force photo/Karen Petitt)

Master gardeners share secrets for success

Jonathan Svoboda's 10 tips for successful gardening 1. Location: good soil, 10 hours of sunlight, water, close to home, away from trees. 2. Plan: size, decide what to plan, consider growing seasons, rotating crops, keep a journal. 3. Variety: Understand the difference between All American /University lists. 4. Buy good seeds and plants, and use the proper equipment. 5. Prepare and care for the soil. Use compost and other nutrients in your soil. 6. Plant in the right seasons, temperatures and depth. 7. Weed, cultivate, mulch. 8. Control pests. 9. Water 1” per week for regular gardens, every day for square-foot gardens. 10. Harvest and enjoy the fruits of your labor.See More Want more info from Master Gardener Jonathan Svoboda? Check out www.gardencluboflebanon.org or email: lebanongardener@gmail.com. (U.S. Air Force photo/Karen Petitt)

Master gardeners share secrets for success

Master Gardener Patty Taylor shows the difference between regular carrot seeds and those that are coated for easier planting during a gardening clinic April 13, 2013 at Scott AFB, Ill. (U.S. Air Force photo/Karen Petitt)

Scott Airmen display flag at Cardinals opener

Airmen from the 375th Air Mobility Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., make their way to the field at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, to present the giant flag for nearly 50,000 fans to see April 8, 2013. Scott AFB has been involved in numerous community sporting events, but this was the first time they presented the flag at the opening day of the season. The Cardinals went on to lose to the Cincinnati Reds 13-4. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)

Scott Airmen display flag at Cardinals opener

Airmen from the 375th Air Mobility Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., get in position at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, to present the giant flag for nearly 50,000 fans to see April 8, 2013. Scott AFB has been involved in numerous community sporting events, but this was the first time they presented the flag at the opening day of the season. The Cardinals went on to lose to the Cincinnati Reds 13-4. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)

Scott Airmen display flag at Cardinals opener

Staff Sgt. Christopher Johnston, 375th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter from Scott Air Force Base, Ill., takes in the scene at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, as he and his fellow Airmen present the giant flag for nearly 50,000 fans to see April 8, 2013. Scott AFB has been involved in numerous community sporting events, but this was the first time they presented the flag at the opening day of the season. The Cardinals went on to lose to the Cincinnati Reds 13-4. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)

Scott Airmen display flag at Cardinals opener

Airmen from the 375th Air Mobility Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., present the giant American flag for nearly 50,000 fans to see at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, April 8, 2013. Scott AFB has been involved in numerous community sporting events, but this was the first time they presented the flag at the opening day of the season. The Cardinals went on to lose to the Cincinnati Reds 13-4. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)

Scott Airmen display flag at Cardinals opener

Airmen from the 375th Air Mobility Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., present the giant American flag for nearly 50,000 fans to see at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, April 8, 2013. Scott AFB has been involved in numerous community sporting events, but this was the first time they presented the flag at the opening day of the season. The Cardinals went on to lose to the Cincinnati Reds 13-4. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)

Scott Airmen display flag at Cardinals opener

Airmen from the 375th Air Mobility Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., present the giant American flag for nearly 50,000 fans to see at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, April 8, 2013. Scott AFB has been involved in numerous community sporting events, but this was the first time they presented the flag at the opening day of the season. The Cardinals went on to lose to the Cincinnati Reds 13-4. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)