May 4, 2016 906th ARS holds memorial service for fallen warrior The 906th Air Refueling Squadron remembered a fallen comrade at a memorial service held here April 25.Capt. Brandon Cyr, a pilot assigned to the squadron, was killed when his MC-12 crashed in Kandahar, Afghanistan, on April 27, 2013, along with three other crew members.Lt. Col. Donald Landgrebe,
May 4, 2016 Scott Air Force Base to celebrate nurse, medical technician’s week The 375th Medical Group will celebrate National Nurses Week/Nurse-Medical Technician Week, next week, to recognize the nurses and medical technicians for their tremendous contributions and invaluable service toward providing quality care for our military members and their families.The 375th MDG will
May 4, 2016 Scott Air Force Base celebrates Police Week To show appreciation for the sacrifices law enforcement members make to uphold the law and keep people safe, Scott Air Force Base will participate in National Police Week."National Police Week is celebrated throughout the nation the week of May 15," said Senior Airman Kassidy Closson, 375th Security
May 4, 2016 DISA Global Operations Command renamed to reflect global mission The Defense Information Systems Agency's Continental United States Field Command has been renamed to reflect the organization's evolution as a global service provider. The organization is now called the DISA Global Operations Command."The name change more accurately reflects the true mission of the
May 4, 2016 First Sergeants provide resources, mentor Airmen, advise unit commanders Some people think First Sergeants' only role is to enforce discipline and standards.However, Master Sgt. Kristy Gates, 375th Security Forces Squadron first sergeant, said there is more to sporting the diamond than enforcing discipline; she prefers being a mentor and making sure she takes care of her
May 4, 2016 AMC mission success depends on teamwork, mobility partnerships Teamwork is a hallmark for Air Mobility Command when it comes to supporting warfighters and delivering Rapid Global Mobility.Through a reliable network of partnerships, AMC supplies U.S. and coalition forces with the support needed to take the fight to the enemy when necessary and deliver hope to
May 4, 2016 Enlisted corps bestows highest honor upon Welsh Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III was inducted into the Air Force Order of the Sword during a ceremony April 22 in Montgomery, Ala.An ancient tradition adopted by the Air Force in 1967, the Order of the Sword is the highest level of honor and tribute the enlisted corps can give its
April 27, 2016 Airman’s Attic mission serves junior enlisted Moving to a new base or even arriving to your first duty station can be very exciting for many young Airmen.However, costs can quickly add up and may seem overwhelming to some.The Chief Master Sgt. Gene Collin's Airman's Attic offers E-5 and below a helping hand.The Airman's Attic has many
April 27, 2016 Scott EFMP program brings families together The Airman and Family Readiness Center actively works with families of special needs children through the Exceptional Family Member Program to offer activities and host events that strengthen the community at Scott Air Force Base."Here at Scott we have a very active Family Support program that helps
April 27, 2016 Scott shines the light on Autism Awareness Month April is Autism Awareness Month, and the light at the historic Scott Gate has been shining blue with support all month.In addition to showing support with blue lights, the Airman and Family Readiness Center and Chapel staff handed out blue light bulbs to anyone who wanted one, as well as invited