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JBLE Airman earns first in Air Force Marathon overall military female category
September 25, 2012 — On a cool, late-summer day in Dayton, Oh., a melting pot of Service members and civilians from across the globe tightened their laces and stretched their muscles in preparation for the Air Force Marathon, Sept. 15.Throughout the event, spectators and supporters watched the runners, and looked for friends or family members among the masses.Among... MORE

Runners leave the gate officially starting the 2012 Air Force Marathon at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. With 15,000 runners, this Marathon was the largest and quickest to sell out.

It's here: TSP Roth option
September 25, 2012 — Federal civilian employees and members of the uniform services now have the option of being taxed up front rather than during their retirement years-at a possible higher rate, with a Roth Thrift Savings Plan program, starting Oct. 1, 2012. TSP is a retirement savings plan, based on member contribution-meaning the retirement income an individual... MORE

Federal civilian employees and members of the uniformed services will have the option to convert to a Roth TSP beginning October 2012. For more information or questions concerning the TSP, members can visit www.tsp.gov, which gives a comprehensive overview of the TSP, and both the Traditional and Roth options. (U.S. photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Teresa Cleveland/Released)

Never forgotten: JBLE honors the lost
September 25, 2012 — The morning sounds of Langley Air Force Base, Va. seemed to pause as the melodic notes of the Star Spangled Banner floated somberly through the warm air, Sept. 21. Almost immediately after the last note disappeared among the resurgent hum of birds and insects, a group of six runners appeared in the distance - carrying the POW-MIA flag to its final... MORE

Jim Ashley, World War II prisoner of war, places his hand over his heart through the colors presentation during the POW-MIA ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Sept. 21, 2012. The U.S. Congress passed a resolution, July 18, 1979, authorizing official observation of National POW-MIA Recognition Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal Watson/Released)

A night to remember: Langley hosts AF Ball
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Langley Air Force Base celebrates the 65th birthday of the Air Force with the Air Force Ball, held at the Omni Hotel in Newport News, Va., Sept. 22, 2012. Langley hosted the event to recognize the Air Force’s 65th Birthday. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teresa Aber/Released)

Program Recognizes Disability Employment Awareness Month
September 24, 2012 — In 1945, Congress enacted Public Law 176, which led to the designation of October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This was done to recognize the enormous potential of individuals with disabilities and ensure their full integration into the workforce.Throughout the month we recognize their accomplishments and reaffirm our... MORE

The road ahead: OSD visit provides joint basing perspective
September 24, 2012 — Often, when the words "joint-basing" are spoken in conversations between Service members, they invoke a myriad of responses. This was certainly the case as the Joint Base Langley-Eustis concept was discussed in depth between senior leadership from both Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis, Va., and the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Sept. 20... MORE

U.S Air Force Col. Charlie Perham, Office of the Secretary of Defense deputy director, basing, briefs Col. Korvin Auch, 633rd Air Base Wing commander, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis senior leaders about the future prospects of joint basing during his visit to Langley Air Force Base, Va., Sept. 20, 2012. Representatives from OSD toured JBLE to receive feedback and inform leadership from both installations about the future of joint basing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins/Released)

Retired, separated wounded warriors can still pursue CCAF degree
September 24, 2012 — Air Force combat-related wounded warriors wishing to continue their Community College of the Air Force education can now do so after separating or retiring thanks to provisions in the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act. This legislative change supports the secretary of the Air Force's priority to ensure combat-related wounded warriors receive... MORE

Fort Eustis Fire Department announces Fire Prevention Week slate for Oct. 8-12
September 19, 2012 — October 8 to12 is Fire Prevention Week, and the Fort Eustis Fire Department is geared up to ensure the post community can beat the heat and stay safe.The department will host a series of events throughout the week to educate Soldiers and families about fire safety. Activities will include door-to-door visits in post housing, where personnel will... MORE

October 8 to 12 is Fire Prevention Week, and the Fort Eustis Fire Department is geared up to ensure the post community can beat the heat and stay safe. The department will host a series of events throughout the week to educate Soldiers and families about fire safety, such as door-to-door visits in post housing, blood pressure checks, fire extinguisher demonstrations, and a fire station open house. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth/Released)

List of Events
September 18, 2012 — Bob Delaney, a National Basketball Association referee and victim of post-traumatic stress, will serve as guest speaker at the senior leader luncheon and will also speak to Soldiers, civilians and family members at Jacobs Theater at 3 p.m. "Run For Resilience" is a 2.5 mile Run-Walk, 5:30 a.m. at Murphy Field. Opening remarks by Maj. Gen... MORE

Fort Eustis prepares for Army-wide suicide prevention stand down day Sept. 27
September 17, 2012 — Fort Eustis will host a series of events as part of the Army-wide suicide prevention stand -down day, scheduled for Sept. 27.Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III, the Army's vice chief of staff, ordered the Army-wide suicide stand-down as a way to empower leadership to prevent further loss of life due to suicide."The Army dedicates a significant amount of... MORE

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