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Fort Eustis celebrates Earth Week
April 24, 2012
Elma Ducusin, Earth Day volunteer, rakes up leaves and pine needles from the entrance of a nature trail at Fort Eustis April 16. Earth Day is an annual day on which events are held worldwide to increase awareness and appreciation of the Earth's natural environment. (Courtesy photo by Toni Guagenti/Released)
Fort Eustis awards volunteer efforts
April 24, 2012
U.S. Army Col. Thomas Wetherington, 733d Mission Support Group commander, and Maj. Gen. Bradley May, commanding general Initial Military Training, present Kathryn Dunbar the David E. Minor Volunteer of the Year Award during the Fort Eustis Volunteer Recognition and Awards Ceremony at Fort Eustis, Va., April 20, 2012. The Fort Eustis Volunteer of the Year Award was named in honor of the volunteer legacy of retired Command Sgt. Maj. David E. Minor, who after 30 years of military service devoted his time to volunteer in his military community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Antoinette Gibson/Released)
DAISY award honors ‘extraordinary nurses’
April 24, 2012
Joann Bright Barnes, McDonald Army Health Center nurse, accepts the DAISY award for the first quarter of 2012. The “Diseases Attacking the Immune System” award is presented quarterly to an outstanding nurse nominated by his/her peers, co-workers and family members. (Courtesy photo)
‘Resolute’ commander uncases colors, unifies brigade
April 17, 2012
Col. Lawrence Kominaik, 7th Sustainment Brigade commander, unfurls the brigade’s colors during a Transfer of Authority ceremony held at Fort Eustis’ Murphy Field April 13. Kominiak returned from a year-long deployment to Afghanistan to resume command, as the provisional commander, Col. Stephen Cherry, departed. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Edwin Rodriguez/Released)
MCAHC promotes safety, health, wellness during 2012 National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
April 17, 2012
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Taurus Buck, the McDonald Army Health Center Pharmacy Services NCOIC, turns in expired medication at the health center's pharmacy at Fort Eustis, Va., April 15, 2012. Individuals who wish to dispose of unwanted and unused prescription drugs may do so during the 2012 National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day event hosted April 28 at the Fort Eustis Exchange from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (U.S. Army photo by Marlon J. Martin/Released)
Transportation commander awards ‘Resolute’ warriors for Deep Freeze
April 16, 2012
U.S. Air Force Gen. William Fraser, head of the U.S. Transportation Command, takes the reins of a bridge aboard the Army Logistics Support Vessel - 4, the Gen. William B. Bunker, during a visit to Fort Eustis’ 3rd Port, April 9. Fraser came to personally award 22 soldiers with the Joint Service Achievement Medals for their role in Operation Deep Freeze, a yearly operation to support the science and research activities conducted by the U.S. Antarctic Program. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Edwin Rodriguez/Released)
JBLE to host second annual Armed Forces Motorcycle Ride and Rodeo
April 16, 2012
LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. – Head protection must include a helmet that meets or exceeds standards set by the Department of Transportation, as well as goggles, wrap-around glasses, or a full-face shield attached to a helmet. The 1st Fighter Wing Safety Office reminds riders to adhere to the garment requirements set in AFI 91-207, The U.S. Air Force Traffic Safety Program, which require the wear of protective gear, a brightly colored outer garment during the day and a reflective upper garment during the night. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Vernon Young)
New AF Housing website makes moving easier than ever
April 16, 2012
The Air Force Housing website, located at www.housing.af.mil, features links to housing pages for each Air Force installation, a map of bases, links to other important websites and a list of frequently asked questions. The goal of the site is to provide information on housing options and support services available at Air Force installations, as well as details about local communities, school district information, local weather and other useful resources that will help Airmen and their families become familiar with their new homes. (U.S. Air Force graphic)
Low Observable section keeps Raptors off the radar
April 12, 2012
Lt. Col. Peter Fesler, 27th Fighter Squadron F-22A Raptor pilot arrives at base X during an Operational Readiness at Exercise Langley Air Force Base, VA., Feb. 27, 2011. The exercise is a two-day long evaluation of Langley Airmen from the 633d Air Base Wing, 1st Fighter Wing and 192nd Fighter Wing worked together to practice deploying people, equipment and aircraft for contingency operations on a moment's notice.(US Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Camilla Elizeu/Released)
MetLife to become dental carrier for TRICARE Dental Program
April 11, 2012