• Safety office seeks new slogan

    The 22 Air Refueling Wing Safety office will conduct a wing-wide traffic safety slogan contest between September 16, and 29. Active duty, guard and reserve service members and Department of Defense civilians are eligible to submit their ideas for a new traffic safety slogan focused on "Inattentive

  • McConnell AFB commemorates 9/11

    Team McConnell held a Patriot Day ceremony Sept. 11, 2013, in honor of the victims of 9/11.The ceremony included a 21 gun salute, a traditional rendition of "Amazing Grace" on the bagpipes, the sounding of the last alert for the first responders and a retreat ceremony. "That event 12 years ago

  • New TA requirements for fiscal 2014

    Tuition assistance is receiving several administrative changes and new eligibility requirements for fiscal 2014.Airmen now must have the approval of their direct supervisor to apply for TA. Supervisors may deny the request if their Airman will be undergo a temporary duty assignment or a permanent

  • 22nd MDG hosts quarterly forum

    The 22nd Medical Group hosted a third quarter forum at the Robert J. Dole Community Center Ballroom Sept. 5, to raise awareness of medical operations on base.The event was held to inform TRICARE beneficiaries about changes in the base clinic and allowed them to communicate their concerns and

  • 22nd MDOS Airman earns spotlight performer

    As a spotlight performer, individuals are chosen by leadership for demonstrating the Air Force's Core Values: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.Senior Airman Christina Begeal, 22nd Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical technician, was selected as the 22nd Air

  • Housing privatization calls for close eye on BAH

    Corvias Military Living, the company that recently began managing base housing here, has announced how basic allowance for housing payments will be used to pay rent.Residents will receive the BAH they are entitled and after the correct paperwork is complete, the full rent will be automatically

  • 384th ARS Airman wins McConnell Icon

    Members of Team McConnell showcased their singing abilities during this year's McConnell Icon competition Aug. 24, 2013, at the Robert J. Dole Community Center.The top three contestants won cash prizes, up to 500 dollars and the first place winner will progress to the next round at the Air Mobility

  • 22nd MXS Airman earns spotlight performer

    As a spotlight performer, individuals are chosen by leadership for demonstrating the Air Force's Core Values: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.Senior Airman Nicholas Durette, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, was selected as the 22nd

  • HAWC services help Airmen

    This year the McConnell Health and Wellness Center enters its 17th year of improving the health and physical well being of Airmen and their families. One of the centers primary objectives is to assist Airmen in improving their scores for the physical fitness test, especially for those who are