1/13/2012 - ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam (AFNS) -- Spice use is on the rise, and Air Force officials are using methods such as drug testing, education and the Uniformed Code of Military Justice to put a stop to substance abuse. While the Air Force has always had a zero-tolerance policy, as of Jan. 4, Guam officials have banned the substance as well under Public Law 31-164, … [Read more...]
Army in Next Phase to Replace ACU Pattern
January 13, 2012 By C. Todd Lopez WASHINGTON -- The Army is now one step closer to selecting a new set of camouflage patterns that could replace what Soldiers are wearing now in most places. As part of the "Phase IV" camouflage effort, the Army this week awarded contracts to five vendors -- selected from an initial 20 -- to each provide enough fabric in the new camouflage … [Read more...]
‘Warrior Challenge’ Tests Airmans Comprehensive Fitness
By Senior Airman Michael Charles 1/14/2012 - SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFNS) -- The 379th Air Expeditionary Wing held an event here Jan. 11 to highlight the importance of Comprehensive Airman Fitness in the Air Force. Ten teams competed in the event, called the "Warrior Challenge," which consisted of games, riddles, and obstacles that reflected the four components of Comprehensive … [Read more...]
Leaders Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
1/13/2012 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy issued the following message to the Airmen of the United States Air Force: As America commemorates the federal holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr., we call upon all Airmen to reflect on Dr. King's … [Read more...]
Free Program Helps Airmen Find Local Sitters
By Tech. Sgt. Mareshah Haynes Defense Media Activity 1/15/2012 - FORT GERORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- Airmen now have another option when it comes to choosing a caretaker for their children, pets and homes and even tutors. Sittercity is a program that helps connect people who need babysitters, nannies, pet sitters, tutors, housekeepers and adult caregivers with reputable and … [Read more...]