Sept. 17, 2008 Scott aids in creating better marriages Scott held the first session of their marriage enrichment program Sept. 11 at National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows in Belleville. "The continued operations tempo and Global War on Terrorism causes relationships, particularly marriages, to be stressed," said Ch. (Col.) Frank Yerkes, 375th Airlift
Sept. 17, 2008 Mobility majors get Master's degrees A first of its kind graduation ceremony was held last week for the Air Force Fellows Joint Mobility Intern Program. Receiving their Master's of Military Operational Arts and Science degrees were Maj. Daniel Cook, Maj. Allen Horsens, Maj. Donald Kirkland, Maj. David Owens and Maj. Brett Sowell. The
Sept. 17, 2008 Patriot’s Landing gate to close The Patriot's Landing gate will be close permanently beginning Oct. 11. The gate closure is in effort to increase the security and safety of the residents living in Patriot's Landing and effectively bring the housing area back into Scott Air Force Base. Residents will be able to enter and exit
Sept. 17, 2008 Air Force Financial Services Center – Working Through the Challenges Last fall, Financial Management implemented its largest change in its 60-plus year history with the establishment of Air Force Financial Services Center at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. Back shop military pay and travel processes migrated to the AFFSC with the goal of saving manpower while
Sept. 17, 2008 Airlines Modify Excess Accompanied Baggage Fees for Military Major airlines have recently modified their excess accompanied baggage policy for military members traveling on official business. Military members are required to show military I.D. to check up to three bags with no charge. Weight allowance and size restrictions vary by airline. Please note that
Sept. 17, 2008 Chaplain delivers ministry in air A 375th Airlift Wing chaplain is furthering the Scott mission by offering his chaplain services to aeromedevac patients on their way home from Iraq and Afghanistan. "This is the reason why this base is here," said Ch. (Capt.) Tommy Fussell, 375th AW chaplain. "The purpose of the wing is to be a
Sept. 12, 2008 McNabb assumes command of U.S. Transportation Command Air Force Gen. Duncan J. McNabb assumed command of U.S. Transportation Command in a ceremony Friday. Secretary of Defense Dr. Robert M. Gates presided at the ceremony in which General McNabb became the ninth USTRANSCOM commander. Adm. Michael Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was the
Sept. 12, 2008 Tour visits Scott in hopes of saving lives The Save a Life Tour from Grand Rapids, Mich., visited Scott at the Scott Club Sept. 4 to promote alcohol awareness. "The importance can't be emphasized enough. The intent is to educate folks to make good judgment decisions," said Col. Gary Goldstone, 375th Airlift Wing commander. "Ultimately, when