March 12, 2014 Scott hosts event for Read Across America "Be sure when you step, step with care and great tact, and remember that life's a great balancing act. Just never forget to be dexterous and deft, and never mix up your right foot with your left. Oh, The Places You'll Go."Theodore Geisel, who used the pen name Dr. Seuss, wrote hundreds of children's
March 5, 2014 5k honors Airman A memorial run was held in honor of Airman 1st Class Zachary Cuddeback March 1 at Scott Air Force Base--the base he was born at in 1989.Cuddeback was a vehicle operator stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, when he was killed by a gunman at Frankfurt Airport, March 2, 2011.Master Sgt. Matthew
March 5, 2014 Protect children's permanent teeth Part three in a series of dental advice columnsSealing out decayAs your child's permanent teeth come in, talk to your family or pediatric dentist about having dental sealants applied to protect teeth from decay. A dental sealant is a clear material that is applied to the chewing surfaces of the back
March 5, 2014 375th AMW Legal Office has specifics on military tax extensions Qualifications for military extensions· Combat zone (or other qualifying) service· Deployment outside of the U.S./away from permanent duty station· During a SECDEF-designated contingency operation· Generally, a "contingency operation" will be large enough to also result in calling reservists, or
March 5, 2014 Spouses recognized for contribution to Team Scott Col. Kyle J. Kremer, 375th Air Mobility Wing commander, recognized spouses from the base who go above and beyond on base and in the community during the 2013 Wing annual awards ceremony."Our military spouses are too often under-recognized and under-appreciated for their selfless support for our
March 5, 2014 Guest speaker presents 'Mindfulness for Leaders' "Everyone take this moment to become aware of your feet on the floor, the connection of your body in the chair," said Bridget Rolens, owner and program facilitator for Pathways to Mindfulness. She was the guest speaker for the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction luncheon Feb. 27.The Scott AFB Chapel,
March 5, 2014 Scott AFB Exchange now sells firearms The Army & Air Force Exchange Service here cut the ribbon Feb. 28 on the new counter dedicated exclusively to firearms and ammunition.While the Exchange is focused on saving Airmen time and money when shopping for rifles, holsters and other gun accessories, this new assortment does require rigid
March 5, 2014 McDew challenges Airmen to lead AF into next decade In a time of great challenges for the Air Force and the nation, the 18th Air Force commander told Airmen their key responsibility remained the same as it has always been: to lead boldly."We don't bring people into our Air Force to be followers. We bring in the best and the brightest the nation has
March 3, 2014 Hometown News Releases now accessible from any computer The Joint Hometown News Service launched a new online submission system making it easier for service members and Department of Defense civilians to publicize achievements such as promotions and decorations, to their local media outlets.The new hometown news release submission program is now fully
Feb. 28, 2014 Firearms now available for purchase in Scott AFB Exchange The Army & Air Force Exchange Service here cut the ribbon today on the new counter dedicated exclusively to firearms and ammunition.While the Exchange is focused on saving Airmen time and money when shopping for rifles, holsters and other gun accessories, this new assortment does require rigid