Sept. 1, 2011 PASS invites parents to ‘Rock With Our Flock’ The Airman & Family Readiness Center hosted a Parent Advocates for Students and Schools workshop Aug. 17 called "PASS Overview: Rock With Our Flock." This workshop is part of an ongoing effort to educate parents on how to effectively advocate for their children, particularly with the military
Sept. 1, 2011 Scott receives an Excellent on largest Consolidated Unit Inspection After months of preparation and in what was the Air Force's largest Consolidated Unit Inspection to date, the 375th Air Mobility Wing received an overall Excellent grade for their efforts. "I can't tell you how proud I am of you," said Col. Michael Hornitschek, 375th AMW commander. "This team ...
Aug. 27, 2011 Scott AFB supports Hurricane Irene Scott Air Force Base received aircraft from more than 20 aircraft from various East Coast locations today and will receive a few more early tomorrow as a result of Hurricane Irene bearing down on military bases there.So far, Scott AFB has received: --Eight F-15Cs and 26 support personnel from the
Aug. 25, 2011 Scott All Bulletin - Aug. 25 edition OFFICIALHQ AMC TO HOST BLOOD DRIVE - TODAYThe Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center mobile donation bus will be at the HQ AMC (Bldg 1600) today at 402 Scott Drive. Blood units collected will benefit local hospitals. To make an appointment, call 618-659-0542 or log on to www.bloodcenterimpact.org,
Aug. 24, 2011 Recruiting squadron sponsoring popular H.S. football game The 345th Recruiting Squadron here is aiming at spreading the Air Force message and broadcasting mission readiness at the inaugural Providence Bowl, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Mo. The Providence Bowl is a rivalry football game between Hickman and Rockbridge High
Aug. 24, 2011 Aeromedical evacuation ‘brings them back’ The patient waiting room is dark, constantly hums with engine noise and often smells of hydraulic fluid. But, for the passengers aboard this 'mission of mercy,' there are dedicated professionals whose job it is to make the several-hour long flight as safe and comfortable as possible.Capt. Christy
Aug. 18, 2011 Scott All Bulletin - Aug. 18 edition OFFICIALWINGATE TRAVEL PHONE REPAIRSWingate Passenger travels phone system is experiencing complications. Most phones on base are able to call in (256-5397) and receive the automated answering/sorting service. However; some phones across the base call in and do not receive the automated
Aug. 17, 2011 Red Cross hosts monthly blood drives at Scott Team Scott members donated 89 units of blood Aug. 9 potentially saving 267 lives."Everyone who gives blood helps save up to three lives," said Stephanie Pitt, Scott AFB Red Cross manager. "As a recipient of two transfusions, I can't stress how important it is for me and my family members. There are
Aug. 17, 2011 On base archery hunting permits available now Deer season is set to begin and 100 archery hunting permits are on sale in the 375th Security Forces Squadron Bldg. 755, room 115.Permits are $10 each and proceeds support the Scott Fish and Wildlife fund. Patrons must hold an Illinois hunting license, habitat stamp and deer tags. "The intended
Aug. 17, 2011 Scott cadets excel and earn awards at Wing Encampment Eight cadets from the Scott Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol, attended the 2011 Illinois Wing Summer Encampment at the Illinois National Guard base, Camp Lincoln, in Springfield, Ill., July 30 through Aug. 6. Several performed key leadership roles at the encampment, and two cadets brought home