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  • Self defense: don't be a helpless victim

    Female McConnell Airmen and family members were given ways to protect themselves during a women's self defense class here June 27, 2013.Presenters from the 22nd Security Forces Squadron, Wichita Police Department and Sedgwick County Sheriff's office demonstrated defensive tactics and tips during the

  • MiCare arrives at 22nd MDG

    Patients of the 22nd Medical Group are now able to communicate securely and privately with their health care teams anywhere and anytime due to the Air Force-wide expansion of secure messaging.Secure messaging is available to patients through what is known as the MiCare portal. The MiCare portal is

  • 384th ARS continues Pilot for a Day, enriches young lives

    Flight suits come issued in many sizes; however, at McConnell, they can come in the size of extra-extra small - for the youngest and tiniest new, up-and-coming pilots. Eleven-year-old Esmeralda Quinonez-Jauregui, who has waged a war with Leukemia and is now in successful remission, became the latest

  • Safety first, explosions second

    Fireworks, barbeques and alcohol consumption are, for many, part of a wholesome Fourth of July experience but they require careful adult supervision. These activities may be safe when done with the correct precautions, but can violently damage the lives of participants - often times beloved friends

  • Could you be the next AMC Icon?

    Air Mobility Command is searching for the next AMC Icon. The AMC Icon program is loosely based around the hit TV program, American Idol. All AMC installations will conduct base level talent shows during July and August. Local contestants compete for $1,000 in cash prizes. The top finishing Air Force

  • Free 'Rock Through the Ages' concert

    The Kansas Army National Guard, 35th Infantry Division Band will perform a free concert, "Rock Through the Ages," here June 25.The concert is scheduled to begin at noon at the Robert J. Dole Community Center Ballroom.The family oriented show will progress through musical hits with a multitude of

  • 22nd MOS inactivates

    Maj. Dale Willilquette, 22nd Maintenance Operations Squadron commander, marked the inactivation of his squadron by relinquishing command and furling the unit guidon June 19, 2013.The squadron was inactivated in response to an Air Force-wide decision to realign field-grade officer manning in the

  • Total Force in full force

    The U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve all have different missions when providing air power and support across the globe. When added together, they become a trifecta called the Total Force Integration and provide enhanced combat capability and increased force-wide efficiency by

  • Motorcycle safety 'Critical'

    In addition to an increase in temperatures, Airmen will also notice an increase in the number of motorcyclists sharing the road at McConnell.This seasonal trend is one topic that is analyzed as part of the Critical Days of Summer Program by the safety offices here. "With more than 46 riders at

  • Recognition for ‘holding down the fort’

    While it is not uncommon for Airmen to receive recognition for their hard work during deployments, the Airmen and Family Readiness Center here has a developed a way to recognize the family members of deployed Airmen. The Little Heroes program at McConnell AFB was established in 2007 and is designed