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
Aug. 17, 2011 Children with exceptional needs get chance to go to camp Children enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program enjoyed two days of camp Aug. 9 and 10.The camp, designed for children with specials needs, was made possible through the joint efforts of the Airman and Family Readiness Center EFMP Family Support Coordinator, Youth Center staff and
Aug. 17, 2011 Team Scott will host 9/11 remembrance ceremony On Sept. 11, Team Scott will honor the memories of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001."The two part event will provide a point of reflection for our community and inspire us as we work to protect the very freedom that was attacked that day," said Capt. Kyle Mattie, co-chairman of the Team
Aug. 17, 2011 375th AMW inspection begins Monday The 375th Air Mobility Wing will undergo a Combined Unit Inspection Aug. 22-29 with all areas of the mission undergoing a thorough review."Everyone within the 375th AMW has been working hard to prepare for this inspection," said Col. Michael Hornitschek, 375th AMW commander. "Now it's time to
Aug. 11, 2011 Scott All Bulletin - August 11 edition OFFICIAL 375 MDG LIMITED SERVICES - TODAYThe 375th Medical Group will have limited services today due to the Medical Group Training Day. There will be limited primary care and outpatient services available. As a reminder, if you need emergency care, seek out the nearest emergency center or call 911.
Aug. 10, 2011 Good communication with 9-1-1 dispatcher key during emergency One of the first and most important steps in an emergency is calling for assistance.When reporting an emergency remain as calm as possible. If necessary, take a deep breath and try to speak clearly. Immediately tell the 9-1-1 dispatcher the nature of your emergency and whether you need the police,
Aug. 10, 2011 Agencies on base team up to reduce mosquitoes With mosquito season underway at Scott Air Force Base, the 375th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Public Health Flight, or PH, and the 375th Civil Engineer Squadron Pest Control Management have teamed up for their mosquito programs. Each year from May to October PH and CE run programs to help reduce