• 'The heat is on' at McConnell

    Summer has finally arrived and so has the time for Airmen and their families to remember to stay cool and hydrated to avoid heat-related injuries.According to Air Force Pamphlet 48-152, staying hydrated is one of the most important ways to combat heat stress. A lack of water in the body makes one

  • Summer pet safety: How to save their 'hide'

    As it gets further into the summer, pet owners should ensure their pets are in top-shape and receive everything needed to be in the best health possible to enjoy more summers together.Whether staying on base or going camping for vacation, it is a good idea to get flea and tick deterrence for

  • Family camp: pull through and relax

    With the cutting of a ribbon and marshalling of the first recreational vehicle into slot number one, McConnell's new Family Camp was officially opened June 28, 2012. In conjunction with the Outdoor Recreation Department, the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron began construction on the new family camp in

  • Team McConnell Celebrates Independence Day

    On July 4, 1776, the 13 original colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on the Fourth of July, McConnell celebrates this historic event along with the rest of the nation.Independence Day is a national holiday

  • 22nd LRS Airman earns spotlight performer

    As a spotlight performer, individuals are chosen by leadership for demonstrating one or more of the 22nd ARW commander' s intents: Foster a culture of excellence ... Develop the next generation of leaders ... Set and achieve goals.Senior Airman Kyle Trapp, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron cargo

  • Don't set fireworks safety ablaze

    The Fourth of July is a holiday for families to come together, fire up the grill and celebrate America's freedom. One way to celebrate this day is by bringing out mortars, sparklers and projectiles.Americans buy over 200 million pounds of fireworks annually to observe the Fourth of July, according

  • MFLC continues to support military

    Whether it's a lengthy deployment, financial issues, parenting issues or even just adapting to structure of typical military life, the Military Family Life Consultant Program continues to offer Team McConnell short-term situational, problem solving counseling. McConnell is one of more than 50

  • Boating safety classes keep Airmen afloat

    As the temperatures rise, many Airmen will head to a lake to cool off or take a boat trip.  Before they do, they need to take a trip to the Outdoor Recreation Department.Outdoor recreation holds a boating safety class every other week that covers general and state specific boating safety guidelines.

  • Team McConnell gets educated

    The McConnell Education Office held an education fair at the Robert J. Dole Community Center on June 19, 2012.The fair brought colleges and universities together in a central location providing military members, family members and Department of Defense civilians an opportunity to learn more about