June 18, 2008 Mosquito Avoidance and West Nile Virus Information The time has come again when the mosquitoes are out. The following information is provided to ensure all civilians and personnel on Scott are updated on testing, spraying procedures, West Nile Virus and prevention. Public Health Entomology will trap for mosquitoes twice a week at pre-designated
June 18, 2008 Gates announces recommendations on senior Air Force leadership positions Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates has recommended that President Bush nominate Michael B. Donley, the Defense Department's director of administration and management, to be the next secretary of the Air Force and Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, U.S. Transportation Command commander, to become Air
June 18, 2008 Secretary Gates brings call for excellence to AMC Airmen Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates spoke to an audience of more than 400 Airmen here Tuesday to personally deliver his message that the Air Force must apply more rigor to its responsibilities, particularly with nuclear weapons. The secretary's visit came as a result of his decision to ask the
June 18, 2008 Meet the new 375th Airlift Wing vice commander A little less than two years ago, Col. Steve Oliver arrived for duty at United States Transportation Command on Scott Air Force Base as the Deputy Director of Strategy, Policy, Programs and Logistics. On June 2, Colonel Oliver crossed Scott Drive and made the transition as the 375th Airlift Wing
June 18, 2008 Another Air Force first begins at Scott When most first term Airmen arrive to their first duty station, it's their first time away from home. Not to mention, it's their first time not being in a training environment in the Air Force. Although it is an exciting time, this transition can also be scary. Scott Air Force Base has devised a
June 18, 2008 City of O’Fallon salutes Joint Total Force Scott The city of O'Fallon and the O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 14th annual Salute to Scott Day Saturday at the O'Fallon Community Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Salute to Scott Day is a yearly tradition that honors and strengthens the relationship between the base and the citizens of
June 18, 2008 Alternative duty location: MatchUp Picnic Colonel Al Hunt, 375th Airlift Wing commander, has authorized the MatchUp Family Fun Picnic as an alternative duty location for the 375th Airlift Wing. The MatchUp Picnic, sponsored by the 375th Services Squadron, is scheduled for June 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Teen Center and Airman
June 5, 2008 Sleep is key for a healthy, fit, safe summer As the days get longer and the nights get warmer, it may be difficult to get the seven to eight hours of sleep that adults need. However, all of the caffeine in the world cannot repair the health effects of too little sleep. A new class, offered by the Health and Wellness Center in partnership with
June 5, 2008 Summer food handling tips The following are reminders and helpful hints from the United States Department of Agriculture to keep everyone healthy during this summer's activities: Clean: Be sure to wash hands in warm, soapy water before and after handling each food item. Don't forget to wash the cutting boards, dishes, and
June 5, 2008 USO night at the ballpark About 1,100 members of the Armed Forces attended the St. Louis Cardinals game Friday night as part of the annual USO night at the ballgame. Col. Al Hunt, 375th Airlift Wing commander received the honor of throwing out one of the ceremonial first pitches and was joined on the field before the game by