March 21, 2012 by Debbie Gildea Air Force Personnel, Services and Manpower Public Affairs JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) -- Airmen eligible for the Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay Program who did not apply before the fall deadline will have another opportunity to do so, Air Force Personnel Center officials said. Airmen who were unable to submit a claim will … [Read more...]
Obama Calls for Understanding Between Iranians, Americans
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, March 20, 2012 – As Iran and other nations celebrate Nowruz -- the Persian New Year -- President Barack Obama called for understanding between Americans and Iranians. The president noted the tensions between the Iranian government and the rest of the world over the government’s nuclear program. “To the people of Iran, … [Read more...]
AFMC Commander to Receive Highest Enlisted Honor
March 20, 2012 by Brian Brackens Air Force Materiel Command Public Affairs 3/20/2012 - WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFNS) -- Gen. Donald Hoffman, the commander of Air Force Materiel Command, will be inducted into AFMC's Order of the Sword in a ceremony March 30 at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. "Induction into the order is the highest honor … [Read more...]
Employment is Key Concern for Soldiers
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y.,-- Finding a job in today's economic climate can be challenging, especially for Army Reserve Soldiers who had to leave the civilian workforce to serve their country in Iraq, Afghanistan and other locations worldwide. Helping these returning warriors find employment is just one of many services offered during the 99th Regional Support Command's Yellow Ribbon … [Read more...]
Air Force Marathon Registration Deadline Approaching Soon
3/15/2012 - Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio -- If you're planning on running in the Air Force Marathon this September, time is running out to register. Not only does the price increase on April 2, there is a good chance the event will also be sold out by then. "We traditionally experience a huge surge in registrations prior to a price increase," said Molly Louden, Marathon … [Read more...]