March 25, 2015 Dogs, handlers train in Texas before patrolling Scott AFB Texas is home to Air Force Basic Military Training, which ensures an orderly transition from civilian to military life. But what many people may not know is that this is where both security forces handlers and their K-9s also receive their initial qualifications.It's there, at the 341st Training
March 18, 2015 Scott Airmen mentor youth at county juvenile detention Airmen are encouraged to volunteer their time to make a difference in their community and the lives around them. That's exactly what some Airmen from Scott Air Force Base are doing at the St. Clair and Madison County Juvenile Detention Centers.About 50 Airmen from all different organizations at
March 18, 2015 Nutritionists offer tips on how to live healthy lifestyle Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle during Nutrition Month by including physical activity in a daily routine. Each month and throughout the year, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages everyone to return to the basics of healthy eating by adopting a healthy lifestyle focused on consuming fewer
March 18, 2015 Volunteers keep Airman's Attic stocked and tidy Countless military members stream into the Chief Master Sgt. Gene R. Collins Airman's Attic every week to get much needed uniform items, books, clothing, children's toys, kitchen supplies, baby supplies, and various other items.The Airman's Attic is an important resource at Scott Air Force Base,
March 18, 2015 Creatives prepping for Arts and Crafts Center event Crafters from a variety of backgrounds will gather at the Arts and Crafts Center Open House March 21 to share their craft with Scott Airmen and their families.People can learn about nearly two dozen different crafts that will be demonstrated or displayed by artisans that oftentimes teach classes at
March 18, 2015 Travel tips: Safety experts recommend planning and awareness As weather warms, members of Team Scott will be venturing out for travel, whether for business or recreation. This may be a time for new experiences and fun for family and friends. Regardless of reasons for travel, keeping safety in mind will help ensure members can continue to enjoy being active in
March 12, 2015 Scott library celebrates youth reading with Dr. Seuss The Scott Air Force Base Library celebrated Dr. Seuss's birthday on March 5 with a birthday party in his honor. Members of Team Scott participated in crafts, a sing-along, story time, and party games to celebrate.Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, whose birthday was March 2, wrote and
March 12, 2015 Family Advocacy Program offers relationship course Personal relationships in the military sometimes face challenges that can impact even the strongest relationships."Couples need to make regular adjustments to ensure that they are staying on top of their closeness, intimacy and communication," said William C. White, 375th Medical Operations Squadron
March 12, 2015 Wing IG officer earns AF Medical Award Lt. Col. Kathryn Shaw, a Laboratory Officer and now the Scott Air Force Base Deputy Inspector General, was recently recognized as the Biomedical Category III Officer of the Year by the Air Force Medical Service.Shaw has worked in the Scott Clinic Laboratory, but has been assigned to the Inspector
March 11, 2015 Scott Red Cross manager earns prestigious award Not only do Airmen contribute to the mission, but civilians like Courtney Hinton, Scott American Red Cross Station Manager, have a big role at Scott Air Force Base.Hinton was recently recognized by the St. Louis American Foundation for the 2015 class of Salute to Young Leaders Networking Awards Feb.