News

  • October starts ‘I Am Air Force Energy’ campaign

    October is national Energy Efficiency Month and Airmen throughout the Air Force are learning new ways to utilize and conserve energy.The Air Force is always looking for new ideas and plans to become more fuel efficient and conserve more energy. "Energy is a key part of the effort to modernize our

  • Team McConnell urged to return expired prescription drugs

    The Drug Enforcement Administration is partnering with the 22nd Security Forces Squadron and the 22nd Medical Support Squadron pharmacy to participate in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Military members, retirees and their families are encouraged to

  • McConnell observes National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    October is recognized as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is observed throughout the nation and here at McConnell.The observance came from the first Day of Unity in October, 1981, by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Since then, advocates have been promoting awareness

  • Team McConnell nabs two AMC nominees for award

    Two members of Team McConnell, Lynn Emond and Capt. Andrea Berger, have been nominated by Air Mobility Command for the 2013 Gen. Wilma Vaught Visionary Leadership Award.The award, named in honor of Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught, recognizes service members and civilians who have exhibited innovation,

  • SERE NCOs keep McConnell Airmen trained

    Global reach - this is the strength that Team McConnell delivers to the Air Force.In order to achieve this, the aircrew of the 22nd Air Refueling Wing and 931st Air Refueling Group must not only accomplish the mission, but to also be prepared for the worst case scenario.They must be able to survive,

  • McConnell observes National Fire Prevention Week

    Oct. 6 through 12 is National Fire Prevention Week, and the McConnell Fire Department is highlighting it throughout the month with different events. This year's theme is "Prevent Kitchen Fires," because more fires start in the kitchen than in any other part of the home, according to the National

  • 22nd FSS aids furloughed workers

    The 22nd Force Support Squadron continued its mission while most civilian workers were furloughed, enduring a reduction in staff and a higher demand to help Airmen and their familiesThe partially-manned squadron offered additional support for approximately 500 furloughed civilians over four days.