May 23, 2011 Executive Office Of The President For Immediate Release The Administration supports House passage of H.R. 1540, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012. The Administration appreciates the House Armed Services Committee's continued support of our national defense, including its support for the topline budget requests for both the base budget … [Read more...]
Memorial Day: Not just a day off work
May 19, 2011 by Airman First Class Jessica Keith 17th Training Wing Public Affairs GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas-- -- Every year, on the last Monday in May, the U.S. celebrates Memorial Day. It is a time to honor all the Americans who have given their lives in service to our country. According to usmemorialday.org, while New York was the first state to officially recognize … [Read more...]
Blue Star Museums: FREE Admission from Memorial Day to Labor Day!
May 19, 2011 By Glenn Selby With summer nearly upon us, I know we are all busily planning our summer activities to take advantage of some well-earned time off with family and friends. While there are many great deals available to our military members and families thanks to the generosity of our communities, I wanted to highlight one program in particular that I feel is rich … [Read more...]
Air Force Central Ticket Program Offers Discounts to Airmen and Families
By Tech. Sgt. Steve Grever Air Force Personnel, Services and Manpower Public Affairs 5/20/2011 - RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) -- The Air Force Central Ticket Program provides discount tickets to Airmen, their families and authorized Morale, Welfare and Recreation program customers at nationwide attractions and recreational events. Discount tickets are available for … [Read more...]
Warriors Move On To Archery Finals
May 19, 2011 By Jacqueline M. Hames COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Army News Service) -- Wednesday's events at the 2011 Warrior Games began with the Archery Ranking Round, where Staff Sgt. Curtis Winston was one of three Army recurve bow shooters to move on to the finals. Winston, based out of Fort Belvoir, Va., was a little disappointed in his performance, but grateful to have … [Read more...]