Aug. 6, 2014 Delivery: Airman traverses the base with letters and parcels With a brown package in hand, Airman 1st Class Victoria Moore walks through the doors of an office building. Walking toward the receptionist behind the desk, Moore's green eyes become brighter as she greets her with a wide smile. Before handing the package to the recipient, Moore scans the
Aug. 6, 2014 Powerlifters share technique at Scott gym Experienced competitive powerlifters shared their insight on the sport at the James Sports Center at Scott Air Force Base July 31. Master Sgt. Joseph Jefferson, 92nd Information Operations Squadron communication security manager, is also a seasoned powerlifter. He is a three-time placeholder of
Aug. 6, 2014 Q&A with the new 375th MDOS commander Lt. Col. Christine Berberick, 375th Medical Operations Squadron commander, assumed command July 1. Berberick said she looks forward to seeing the innovative ideas that the men and women of the 375th MDOS develop to address the major changes that the Air Force is undergoing as a whole. Q: What
Aug. 6, 2014 Visitor Control Center regulates base access "Everyone wishing unescorted access to the base is properly vetted through the Law Enforcement Agencies Data System," said Staff Sgt. Leigh Tennant, NCOIC of the Visitor Control Center. "Even individuals with out-of-state credentials can be vetted. This ensures anyone with a warrant or a criminal
Aug. 6, 2014 New over-sized umbrellas provide shade at pool The Fitness Center pool has installed new permanent umbrellas to provide shade to patrons enjoying the remaining summer days poolside at Scott Air Force Base. The Fitness Center pool is especially susceptible to the heat, as it sits between parking areas with no natural shade available. Doug
Aug. 6, 2014 ALS shows Airmen 'how leadership is supposed to be done' When the time is right, senior airman and staff sergeants are selected to attend Airman Leadership School to develop and strengthen the skills they need to lead and follow while fostering a better understanding of the military. As an Air Force professional development course, the ALS curriculum
Aug. 4, 2014 Base transitions system to improve airfield operations Recently, at Scott Air Force Base, the 375th Operations Support Squadron took over the Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems (ATCALS) maintenance mission, which had been the responsibility of communications squadrons for more than 50 years.In a joint decision, the Secretary of the Air Force's
July 30, 2014 Security Forces members use iPads on duty Thin and lightweight makes it easy to carry around in a backpack or a large purse. Its users can pull it out just about anywhere to use to it for Skype, to play games, Facebook or watch random cat videos on the internet. Those are just some of the things the iPad is used for. More recently at Scott
July 30, 2014 K-9 receives military honors during euthanasia After receiving military honors, Military Working Dog Brix was laid to rest at the Scott Air Force Base veterinary clinic July 18. The retired K-9 suffered from debilitating hip pain."I adopted Brix on Oct. 12, 2011," said Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Drew Risley, Master at Arms. "Brix was assigned
July 30, 2014 Scott uses cameras for PT tests The Scott Fitness Assessment Cell, or FAC, recently installed six video cameras in the James Sports Center's physical testing room.Gailyn Gonzales, 375th Force Support Squadron director of fitness and sports, said, "Both the James Sports Center and Fitness Center have been monitored by surveillance