• McConnell celebrates its newest promotees

    Congratulations to Team McConnell's newest lieutenant colonel selects: Maj. Roman Hund, 22nd Communications Squadron. Maj. Richard Quarberg, 350th Air Refueling Squadron.Maj. Robert Triplett, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. Congratulations to Team McConnell's newest senior master sergeant

  • Base library has much to offer

    With more than 48,000 books, 14 computers and numerous programs, the McConnell Base Library, located in the Robert J. Dole Community Center, has much more to offer than many people may realize. The materials offered at the base library accommodate a variety of people. The library has several

  • New commander takes charge of 931st ARG

    In a way, the 931st Air Refueling Group became 30 years March 4 during the March Unit Training Assembly. That's when Col. Tim Cahoon assumed command of the group, bringing with him three decades of Air Force experience. He was last assigned to Air Combat Command Headquarters at Langley Air Force

  • Tornado season is here

    On March 13, Team McConnell will undergo a natural disaster response exercise. The exercise will test the base's ability to react in the event of a tornado. It will not only be for servicemembers and Department of Defense civilians, but also for retirees and family members on McConnell. During the

  • SECAF emphasizes Air Force goals with card

    When Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne spoke at his town hall meeting at the Pentagon earlier this year, he discussed some of the issues facing the Air Force today, as well as its strengths and his goals for 2007. One of the ways he's accomplishing those goals is through a mission, or

  • Personnel records readiness vital to mission

    Nobody can predict the twists and turns that life can take, but with a little bit of preparation, Airmen can make the best of any situation. The Air Force Personnel Center designated February as Personnel Records Readiness Month. Military members used this opportunity to review items such as their

  • AMC announces 2006 Media Contest winners

    Air Mobility Command this week announced the winners of the 2006 Air Mobility Command Media Contest, which recognizes the best journalists, photographers and graphic artists contributing to the command's base newspapers. Winners were selected by a panel of three judges, and first-place winners go on

  • 344th ARS helps fuel McConnell’s mission

    The 344th Air Refueling Squadron's mission is to train and equip flight crew members to perform aerial refueling and airlift, wherever and whenever directed, according to Lt. Col. John Newberry, 344th ARS commander. Air refueling is vital because the KC-135's allow other aircraft greater range and