May 7, 2012 by Tech. Sgt. Mareshah Haynes Defense Media Activity COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AFNS) -- The Air Force brought home a team-record 18 medals April 30 through May 5 during the 2012 Warrior Games here. Athletes representing the Air Force medaled in volleyball and wheelchair basketball for the first time, earning bronze medals in both as well as earning two silver … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2012
USCG Spouse Appreciation Month is Here
May 7, 2012 by the Human Resources Directorate Since 1984, the United States Coast Guard has set aside a special day to acknowledge the significant contributions of our spouses. Commanding officers and officers-in-charge are encouraged to honor military spouses during the month of May in appropriate ceremonies, celebrations, proclamations or a simple "thank you." This year, … [Read more...]
Georgia Native Goes Above, Beyond for Man’s Best Friend
May 4, 2012 By Cpl. Timothy Lenzo , 1st Marine Division TREK NAWA, Afghanistan — Many children beg their parents for a dog. The floppy ears and wagging tail seems to attract children to man’s best friend. But many parents know that caring for a dog means a lot of responsibility, training and effort. Dog handlers in the Marine Corps not only shoulder those same … [Read more...]
Techniques Help Archers Garner Silver
May 4, 2012 By Cody T. Starken COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Army News Service) -- The techniques of retired Staff Sgt. Jesse White and other Army archers helped them earn four silver medals May 2 in the 2012 Warrior Games at the Air Force Academy here. "I literally have a sequence of about 20 things I do every time I settle in for the shot. It's to make sure my body and mind is … [Read more...]
It takes Airmen from Every Specialty to Get the Job Done
May 4, 2012 by Lt. Gen. David Goldfein Commander, U.S. Air Forces Central Command Recently, two of our U.S. Air Forces Central Command Airmen were criticized online by other Airmen for receiving Bronze Star decorations after completion of their deployments to Afghanistan. I’d like to take this opportunity to explain the rigorous awards board process and emphasize the … [Read more...]