July 30, 2008 Ready, set, dive! One of the many programs Scott offers during the summer is a swimming class. The swimming class runs June through Aug. from 5:30-9 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays the class holds practices and Tuesdays and Thursdays the class attends competitions against other local teams. The team is primarily
July 23, 2008 Air refueling wing from Scott plays vital role worldwide (Editor's note: This is part two of a two part series on the 126th Air Refueling Wing's KC-135 Stratotanker mission.)The sun had only been up a couple of hours when the flight crew arrived to start their day at Scott Air Force Base. Their mission for that day was to travel high above Whiteman Air
July 16, 2008 Air National Guard key to missions around the world Many people refer to National Guard members as 'weekend warriors', but that simply isn't the case. Hundreds of Guard units operate missions and perform the same duties as any other active duty wing or squadron in the Air Force on a daily basis. One such unit is the 126th Air Refueling Wing at Scott
July 9, 2008 Base pools behind the scenes Come on in, the water's fine...thanks to a lot of hard work. When you visit one of the three base swimming pools for a day of fun in the sun, you may not realize just how much work goes in to getting the facilities ready. Doug Hartung, 375th Services Squadron, Outdoor Recreation, explained operating
July 2, 2008 “Nature Heals” Americans have demonstrated an altruistic streak when it comes to their military servicemembers. Many have donated money or time to charitable organizations dedicated to helping disabled veterans recover from wounds, both internal and external. Since the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, grassroots
June 25, 2008 Scott Airmen deliver A small, seldom noticed team of Scott Airmen stands as the first-line of defense against terrorist threats while performing a function vital to Defense Department missions world-wide. The 375th Communications Squadron Official Mail Center is responsible for processing and delivering letters and
June 19, 2008 375th Airlift Wing Watching their P's and Q's If you attend any event at Scott Air Force Base that involves the wing commander, there is a small group that keeps things running smoothly, and most likely you will never even know they are there. The four members of the 375th Airlift Wing protocol office are responsible for planning and executing
June 19, 2008 A real straight shooter A locally grown Airman has found a unique niche to highlight his already fulfilling Air Force life. About 18 months ago, Tech Sgt. Scott Hadley, 19th Air Support Operations Squadron tactical air patrol party, joined the Air Force shooting and has found a true passion. "I've been able to do a lot of
June 5, 2008 "It doesn't roll without POL" About 100,000 gallons of jet fuel are delivered to Scott Air Force Base each week, and there are 34 Airmen that get it where it needs to go. Members of the 375th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Fuels Management Flight work round the clock to keep aircraft flying, trucks working and cars rolling. "If
May 29, 2008 Red Cross gives more than just blood The American Red Cross is a very active organization. Some of the volunteerism the Red Cross does includes hosting blood drives, taking care of people when disasters occur, promoting preparedness and taking care of servicemembers. Another opportunity the Red Cross provides is the YouthCorps. The