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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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The breakfast club

Members of Airman Leadership School pose with Col. Ricky Rupp, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, his spouse and Chief Master Sgt. Kaleth Wright, 22nd ARW command chief, Nov. 19, 2012, at McConnell Air Force Base. The base commander hosted approximately 25 students for breakfast and a discussion. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Armando A. Schwier-Morales)
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The breakfast club

Col. Ricky Rupp, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander speaks to Airman Leadership School students after breakfast at the commander’s house Nov. 19, 2012, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The breakfast helped develop the ALS class by face to face interaction with the wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Armando A. Schwier-Morales)
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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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Turkey know-how

Steve Yavornitzki, 22nd Air Refueling Wing Protocol and Planning combat operations officer, carves a hand-prepped fried turkey he made for the director of staff Thanksgiving lunch Nov. 9, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Yavornitzki is known for the fried turkeys he has been making for more than 20 years. (U.S. Air Force/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Safety through thought

Senior Airman Erick Brunelle, 22nd Maintenance Squadron, participates in a demonstration by Street Smart presenters, who spoke about the importance of wearing a seatbelt and making proper decisions before driving Nov. 14, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Approximately 600 Airmen between the ages of 18 and 26 attended the two events on base. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Victor Caputo)
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350th ARS Airman earns spotlight performer

Airman 1st Class Joshua Garrett, 350th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, reviews 1st Lt. Mike Burns’, 350th ARS copilot, mobility folder Nov. 15, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Garrett was chosen as the 22nd Air Refueling Wing spotlight performer for the week of Nov. 5 to 9. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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Fort Riley reclaims trophy, 12-18

Tech. Sgt. Andre Perry, 22nd Operation Support Squadron Air Traffic Control training NCO in charge, intercepts an Army pass during the final minutes of play Nov. 10, 2012, Fort Riley, Kan. The McConnell Tornadoes were defeated, 12-18, in the fourth annual flag football competition between the two teams. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura L. Valentine)
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Fort Riley reclaims trophy, 12-18

The fourth annual flag football game between McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., and Fort Riley was held Nov. 10, 2012, Fort Riley, Kan. The McConnell Tornadoes were defeated 12-18, forcing them to hand over the traveling trophy to the Soldiers for the third time since the competition began in 2009. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura L. Valentine)
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Fort Riley reclaims trophy, 12-18

Airman 1st Class Seth Corliss, 350th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Soldiers of Fort Riley Nov. 10, 2012, Fort Riley, Kan. McConnell and Fort Riley competed in the fourth annual flag football game for year-long rights to the traveling trophy. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura L. Valentine)
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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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McConnell marches in Wichita's Veterans Day Parade

Staff Sgts. Pierre Delgado and Eric Hoffman, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handlers, distribute cards to the crowd during Wichita’s Veterans Day Parade Nov. 10, 2012, Wichita Kan. The cards contained basic information about military working dogs within the 22nd SFS. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Jessica Brown)
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McConnell marches in Wichita's Veterans Day Parade

Members of Hearts Apart ride in McConnell’s float during the 2012 Wichita Veterans Day Parade Nov. 10 2012, Wichita Kan. Hearts Apart is a program designed for spouses, children and families of military members who are currently deployed or on an extended tour of duty. Parade participation is one of the many ways in which the program helps families stay involved and connected to the base community. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Jessica Brown)
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McConnell marches in Wichita's Veterans Day Parade

Capt. Patrice Reviere, 22nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron bioenvironmental engineering flight commander, distributes beads to the crowd during Wichita’s Veterans Day Parade Nov. 10, 2012, Wichita Kan. Reviere attended the parade with other Airmen from McConnell to honor those who have served in the U.S. armed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Jessica Brown)
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McConnell marches in Wichita's Veterans Day Parade

McConnell Airmen participate in the 2012 Wichita Veterans Day Parade Nov 10, 2012, Wichita Kan. More than 60 Airmen and their families walked in honor of those who have served in the U.S. armed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Jessica Brown).
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