• MSG executive secretary reaches 50 years of civil service

    For many military members, serving their country is their way to contribute to their country. What some people may not realize is through the sacrifices and dedication of civil servicemembers, their work can also add substantial value to the US government. For military members who retire after 20

  • McConnell's shop highlight

    This week, we will dive into the maintenance world at the 22nd Maintenance Squadron Aerospace Group Equipment Flight. Their mission is to provide high quality support to Team McConnell's war fighting capability 24/7 by supporting aircraft flying operations, aircraft maintenance operations and

  • Holiday deadlines rapidly approaching for troop support

    While the holidays may still seem far away, Americans hoping to show their support to deployed troops must be aware of some rapidly approaching deadlines. According to the Military Postal Service Agency, or MPSA, mail going parcel post must be sent by Nov. 14, while first class mail must be sent by

  • Who’s Recycling? Environmental Management revitalizes base program

    For many Team McConnell members whose basements are taken over by containers of recyclables and garages that store more periodicals and newspaper than a library, the bases recycling program has a new revamped contract to take out the renewable trash. The old contract ended at the beginning of

  • Halloween safety tips

    Young McConnell ghouls and gals that intend to trick-or-treat in the surrounding neighborhoods can collect their goodies safely and still have a fun holiday. Parents can help them enjoy their holiday by following these Halloween safety tips provided by the Sedgwick County Sheriffs Office: · Plan

  • Family Advocacy recognizes Domestic Violence

    The Family Advocacy Program is promoting recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Family violence unfortunately impacts far too many families. According to the National Violence Against Women survey, one in four women will be assaulted at some point in their lifetime. Likewise, the same

  • McConnell warriors receive Meritorious Service Medals

    Staff Sgt. Josh Brown and Senior Airman Gary Weakland, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron, received Meritorious Service Medals for time served as lead vehicle commander with the 424 Medium Truck Detachment at Camp Arifjan Air Base, Kuwait. "You are pretty much the navigator, the 'eyes and ears' for

  • Great way to retire: Retired McConnell chief wins scholarship

    It is a bitter sweet end to a McConnell member's military retirement as he journeys into civilian life. For retired Chief Master Sgt. Joe Thompson, former Civil Engineer Squadron chief, the award of a $6,000 Air Force Club member scholarship will help him finish one of his many long term career

  • Why is air superiority critical today?

    The following commentary essay was selected 1st place in the 2007 Air Force wide Services Agency Club Scholarship contest. The 1st place scholarship amount is $6,000 and was awarded to Chief Master Sgt. Joseph Tompson.  For the eleventh consecutive year, the Air Force club membership has been

  • AFPC streamlines retirement, separation actions

    As the result of processes developed under the Air Force Smart Operations for the 21 century initiative, retired or separated Airmen seeking corrections to their Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty -- commonly referred to as a Defense Department Form 214 -- will get a response in