• Be prepared: tornado safety precautions

    People have recently witnessed what a tornado can do to a town in Kansas. Tornado season officially started in March but people can never be too cautious to review tornado safety procedures. Before and during storm season, it is essential to have planned methods in place so families can practice

  • Suicide: a growing concern

    In 2004, the 11th leading cause of death in the United States was suicide; a total of 32,439 deaths, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. To help with this situation, risk factors and signs of suicide have been compiled through research to spot those in need of help. Research

  • A time to ride - safely

    Car accidents occur unexpectedly and can happen to anyone. Motorcycle accidents can also end in deadly results regardless of how old or experienced the motorist may be. The 22nd Air Refueling Wing safety office is offering sports bike classes, which will address correct safety procedures, techniques

  • Details on McConnell's drinking water

    The Consumer Confidence Report is an annual report presenting a summary of the drinking water quality provided to McConnell Air Force Base and its housing units. This year's report, documenting water quality from January 1 through December 31, 2006, is complete. Information is included on the source

  • What does “Old Glory” stand for?

    An American flag draped over a military coffin; catching a quick glimpse of a red, white and blue ribbon decal magnetized to the back of a passing car - both may hold a high significance, strong emotions of devotedness, and symbolism to patriotic members of the United States. With Memorial Day

  • The game has begun

    It's MatchUP time! The annual game commenced at the stroke of midnight June 1 and the competition ends Aug. 31. To jump start the game and gather new participants, a kick-off for Air Mobility Command MatchUP 2007 was held June 2 in the Robert J. Dole Community Center ballroom from 11 a.m. to 1

  • AFRC helps communicate through video e-mail

    What to do? Your husband deployed more than three months ago and your two small children keep hounding you with questions. What is daddy doing? When is he coming home? The perfect solution to ease the on-going questions is a service provided by the Airman and Family Readiness Center. Operation Video

  • New scam targets military spouses

    The American Red Cross is warning military spouses about a new identity-theft scam that targets family members of deployed troops. The Red Cross was alerted of the scam earlier this month, said Devorah Goldburg of the Red Cross. The scam involves a person with an American accent calling a military