June 30, 2016 Col. Pete Nezamis—dedicated commander, proud Air Force dad As the 126th Air Refueling Wing Commander at Scott Air Force Base, Col. Pete Nezamis is no stranger to the type of dedication, vision and perseverance it takes to ensure mission success.And as a father of three, those skills have proven to be just as valuable. With two sons deployed with the
June 30, 2016 Former Air Mobility Command senior leaders provide insight during heritage panel at Scott To commemorate Air Mobility Command’s activation 24 years ago in June 1992 and to launch its 25th Anniversary year for 2017, the AMC Office of History is hosting a series of heritage panels during the next two years.The panels focus on different time periods and will have speakers from a variety of
June 22, 2016 Consider these tips for preventing heat stress injuries Although this is a time for family fun, games, and outdoor activities, it is important to be mindful of the weather conditions and just as important to be prepared. Heat stress is when the body absorbs too much heat and loses the ability to dissipate it, either by sweating or by moving to a cooler
June 22, 2016 Meet Lt. Col. Hughes, commander 375th Medical Support Squadron Lt. Col. Charles Hughes assumed command of the 375th Medical Support Squadron June 6. The squadron’s mission is to support the enabling of Rapid Global Mobility by the 375th Air Mobility Wing by ensuring maximum medical readiness and combat capability of approximately 14,200 personnel.He is also
June 22, 2016 Scott to host transition summit, education fair Scott Air Force Base is hosting a free hiring fair and transition summit July 12-13 at the Scott Event Center, which is open to all servicemembers, veterans, and military spouses.The July 12 activities start at 1 p.m. with job industry overviews, a 4 p.m. panel discussion with employers at 4 p.m.,
June 22, 2016 Drivers, cyclists responsible for each others’ safety When the base held its annual kick off to summer safety fest in early June, it promoted numerous ways to stay safe including bicycling safety.During the event, people participated in a bicycle ride around the base, which is something that many people do on a daily basis for recreation and fitness.
June 22, 2016 Base completes pool renovations Having spent the offseason installing new slides, chlorine pumps and handicap accessible amenities, the Fitness Center pool officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony June 17 as a free destination to escape the heat and humidity of another scorching summer.“Finding new and innovative ways to
June 22, 2016 Maj. Gen. Ryan takes command of SDDC Maj. Gen. Kurt J. Ryan became the 20th commanding general of the U.S. Army’s Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command June 16 during a change of command ceremony here.Army Gen. Dennis L. Via, commanding general of U.S. Army Materiel Command at Redstone Arsenal, Ala., was the presiding
June 21, 2016 ProCamps bring football stars to military youth Thousands of boys and girls in military communities are seeing their pro football heroes up close and personal through youth football ProCamps sponsored by Procter and Gamble in partnership with the Defense Commissary Agency. “Beyond the everyday savings our patrons receive by shopping their
June 20, 2016 Scott Air Force Base's Air Refueling Unit generates Total Force Association success With an increased emphasis on Total Force Assocation, today’s military leaders are tasked with finding ways to accomplish the mission, while increasing efficiency and productivity. The Air Force has done, and continues to pursue this, by mixing the active duty force with reserve and guard assets to