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Tech. Sgt. Earnest Buffin, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron weapons vault NCO in charge, inspects a weapon Dec. 14, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The LRS vault stores approximately 2,000 weapons of all types and is responsible for ensuring essential personnel are equipped with a weapon prior to deployment. In the most recent 22nd Air Refueling Wing safety weapons inspection, the vault received a rating of “excellent” with zero discrepancies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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Home away from home

Evelyn McDew hugs an Airman after she hands him a box of homemade cookies Dec. 12, 2102, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. McDew, who was visiting the base with her husband Lt. Gen. Darren McDew, 18th Air Force commander, was able to help McConnell first sergeants, chief master sergeants and Airmen dorm staff deliver more than 4,000 cookies to the Airmen residing in the dorms. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Home away from home

McConnell spouses and volunteers pose for a group photo before packaging cookies Dec. 12, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The group collected more than 4,000 cookies to be donated to Airmen residing in the dorms. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Party season begins “SAFE-n-SOUND”

In preparation for the winter months and upcoming holidays, the Air Force has begun this year's Holiday and Winter Safety campaign themed “SAFE-n-SOUND, All Year Round.” The 10 week campaign focuses on proper risk management during any activities this winter season. (Courtesy graphic)
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22nd OSS Airman earns spotlight performer

Senior Airman Fatima Madrigal Gomez, 22nd Operations Support Squadron flight equipment journeyman, tests a MS-2000M device Dec. 4, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. As an aircrew flight equipment journeyman, Madrigal Gomez inspects and maintains aircrew life saving equipment including helmets, oxygen masks, aircrew night vision equipment and aircrew chemical defense systems. She was selected as the spotlight performer for the week of Nov. 26 to 30, 2012. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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Blood drives save lives

Krystal Martinez, American Red Cross phlebotomist, looks for a vein in Airman 1st Class Christopher Reiland’s, 22nd Maintenance Squadron fuel systems journeyman, arm Nov. 30, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. McConnell hosts five blood drives a year and accounts for approximately 20 percent of the daily blood donation quota in the local area. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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Base theater closes its curtains

The McConnell base theater has officially ended operations as of Dec. 3, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. After a 90-day trial conducted by the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, it was concluded that the impending costs of the switch to digital film was not a viable option for McConnell Theater. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Community partnerships enable presents under tree

Stacks of toys for various ages sit in Building 338, Dec. 3, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Approximately 400 toys were donated to pass out to Airmen E-5 or below and their families for the annual toy giveaway. The giveaway is from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Dec. 3 to 7, 2012, at Building 338. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Maurice A. Hodges)
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HS students learn 'medicinal air power'

Tech. Sgt. Jean Epperson, 22nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron Flight Medicine NCO in charge, shows McPherson High School students the inside of an emergency response vehicle Nov. 28, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The students, who are interested in pursuing medical careers, toured the 22nd Medical Group facilities to learn more about the various positions in the military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Thanksgiving baskets offer more than food

Volunteers sort and organize food donations into meal baskets as part of the Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway at the base chapel, Nov. 20, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The food was donated by Airmen from various base agencies and individuals and provided a traditional holiday meal for more than 160 McConnell families. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Capitol Christmas Tree makes a pit-stop

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree was on base Nov. 17, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The tree is on its way from Colorado to Washington D.C., where it will be on display in the U.S. Capitol Lawn. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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Tax center volunteers needed

The McConnell Tax Center is asking for volunteers to assist military members with the processing of their tax returns. No experience is needed and volunteers will be given free extensive Internal Revenue Service training. For more information on the tax center and how to volunteer, call (316) 759-3590. (U.S. Air Force illustration/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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Gates pays tribute to Kansas service members

Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates delivers a speech to McConnell Airmen and members of the Wichita Chamber of Commerce during the annual chamber meeting Nov. 12, 2012, Wichita, Kan. Gates, a Wichita native, took the Veterans Day weekend as a chance to speak face-to-face with the local community about his long career in public service and current national defense issues. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Prevent health from 'falling' this autumn

Senior Airman Patrick Cabusao, 22nd Maintenance Squadron Electronics and Environmental back-shop technician, performs bicep curls as part of his daily workout routine. As a maintenance technician, it is important to stay fit, and Cabusao stays in shape through regular exercise and a healthy diet. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Fall pet safety

Staff Sgt. Pierre Delgado, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Rakker, 22nd SFS military working dog, go through obedience drills Oct. 31, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Obedience drills keep the dogs fit and acclimated to the weather as it gets colder. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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Joint Base MDL evacuates aircraft

Six KC-135 Stratotankers from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakenhurst, N.J., relocated to McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Oct. 27, 2012 in preparation for Hurricane Sandy. Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakenhurst has declared an emergency status of HURC...ON III meaning the base is expecting the arrival of 50 knot winds within 48 hours. The KC-135s were evacuated to minimize damage to the aircraft during the storm. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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McConnell Photo of the Day

Senior Airman Shermar Jones, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman inspects the fluid level Oct. 23, 2012 McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Aerospace ground equipment journeymen maintain and repair aircraft equipment to ensure that McConnell can carry out the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Maurice A. Hodges)
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Keeping KC-135s flying high

An upgraded instrumentation panel, on the left, is illustrated next to the previous generation panel, on the right. The new panel is part of the Block 45 upgrades being installed in 17 KC-135 Stratotankers to keep the planes modern and extend their utilization. (U.S. Air Force illustration/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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McConnell Photo of the Day

Master Sgt. Kristy Earls, 22nd Aerospace Medical Squadron public health flight chief, speaks about raising the levels of medical readiness during a Top Three meeting Oct. 17, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The Top Three is made up of the three highest enlisted ranks, master sergeants, senior master sergeants and chief master sergeants, who meet quarter to discuss programs and issues across McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Maurice A. Hodges)
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20/20 vision

Members of the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron horizontal shop tear down Building 701 in an effort to reach the United States Air Force’s 20/20 by 2020 goal Oct. 16, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The 20/20 by 2020 goal asks civil engineer squadrons to assist in reducing base energy use 20 percent by 2020. Part of this initiative includes the demolition of inefficient buildings. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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