Oct. 20, 2010 Scott Airman helps wounded return home As part of Tech. Sgt. Derek Odom's deployment to Afghanistan, he was provided a unique opportunity to work with Afghan Airmen and other NATO partners on a reverse aeromedical evacuation mission.Sergeant Odom, deployed from the 375th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Scott AFB, partnered with Afghan
Oct. 20, 2010 Scott building selected as historical landmark On Sunday, the St. Clair County Historical Society recognized Bldg. 7 as a historical landmark."This is the first time that buildings on Scott AFB have qualified," said David Cox, Historical Society board member.For a building to be evaluated by the St. Clair County Historical Society, it must be at
Oct. 20, 2010 Red Ribbon Week highlights dangers of drug abuse National Red Ribbon Week kicks off Oct. 23 with the theme: "I Am Drug Free: Lock Your Meds."Red Ribbon Week takes place Oct. 23-31 to educate families on the dangers of drug use. This year's campaign focuses heavily on the dangers associated with children having easy access to both non-prescription
Oct. 20, 2010 Safe driving workshop is Oct. 27 at Base Theater Safe driving and making responsible choices when behind the wheel are just as important for our military personnel as they are for civilians. That's why Anheuser-Busch has donated $170,000 to Street Smart, a program organized by Stay Alive From Education (S.A.F.E.), to visit 50 military
Oct. 20, 2010 Halloween fun on both sides of the river The Scott Air Force Base area has several family-friendly Halloween attractions including:Magic House's Not-So-Haunted HouseThe Not-So-Haunted House at Magic House is all for the kids. Every child receives an autograph book that allows them to collect signatures from storybook characters. Some
Oct. 20, 2010 Servicemembers reminded of election-season rules Autumn in Southern Illinois is such a beautiful time of year. The leaves turn a beautiful red, yellow and orange, the sound of locusts ring in your ears, and the smell of bonfires fill the air. This year, autumn is even more spectacular ... with the incessant campaign commercials, the nightly visits
Oct. 20, 2010 Investments and individuals conserve energy at Scott AFB One of the biggest obstacles to electrical energy conservation is its invisibility. You can't see it, can't smell it, and only notice it when it isn't there. This invisibility is part of why it's shocking to get an unexpectedly high electric bill--you know you use it, but there's no tangible way to
Oct. 20, 2010 Employment opportunities at Scott NAF Human Resource Office employment information:Veterinary Medical Officer (Vet Clinic) Must be 18 years of age or older, hold a degree in Veterinary Medicine and be licensed to practice veterinary medicine and issue health certificates in the State of Illinois. Examines, treats, vaccinates animals
Oct. 20, 2010 Honoring Heroes The Scott Air Force Base Honor Guard performs numerous details for Air Force veterans at this cemetery as well as covering funerals throughout a four state region. Airmen of all ranks and units are assigned to the Honor Guard for four months at a time.Click to view slideshow
Oct. 14, 2010 Free class aims to put you to sleep Whether someone has trouble falling asleep or staying asleep or they still feel tired after a full night's rest, the 375th Medical Operations Squadron Mental Health office offers a sleep enhancement class to help people get the most out of their sleep."Whether you are having trouble sleeping or you