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Basic Money Management
February 12, 2009 — We all remember basic training. Whether it was Basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, Field Training through Reserve Officers Training Corps, or the lifetime at the Air Force Academy, each of these experiences serve to reinforce one thing - the fundamentals of military service. For that service we are rewarded every two weeks... MORE

Inauguration Day: An insider's view
January 27, 2009 — While Langley's Raptors patrolled the skies during the Inauguration, I had an entirely different view from inside the Capitol.As a member of the Armed Forces Inaugural Committee, I was stationed just inside the doors to the platform on the west front of the Capitol in an area called the chute. The scene was busy behind the red curtain and the heavy... MORE

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Air Force 2nd Lt. Georganne Schultz, Armed Forces Inaugural Committee, looks out over the crowd gathered for the 56th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol Jan. 20. More than 5,000 men and women in uniform provided military ceremonial support to the presidential inauguration, a tradition dating back to George Washington's 1789 inauguration. (DoD photo/U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Thomas Meneguin).

Base prepares to honor Dr. King's legacy
January 12, 2009 — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is the most prolific civil rights figure of our time. His pursuit of human equality, based on the intrinsic values of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights is known throughout the world. This Nobel Peace Prize winner opened the eyes and hearts of a nation through dynamic speeches and demonstrations. Although this world... MORE

Stalking is not classy
January 8, 2009 — Most people don't think that they could be stalked, but over 1 million people each year report being victims of this crime. January 2009 marks the sixth consecutive year that National Stalking Awareness Month is observed. In the beginning of a relationship, it's normal to want to spend your waking hours talking, texting and spending time with your... MORE

My New Year's resolution: Stay fit
December 24, 2008 — In the summer of 2007, I attempted to run a mile on my own for the first time. As I ran, my heart began to beat erratically and rapidly, and I was breathless and cursing aloud within minutes. As upsetting as it felt to realize how out of shape I was, my determination to get my body into gear gave me willpower. Shortly after my attempt to run, I... MORE

Integrity in the Air Force
December 16, 2008 — Integrity is the heart and the very essence of serving in the profession of arms, but more importantly, it is the foundation on which our mission is built upon on. Integrity must be the standard instilled within the innermost heart of every Airman so we could continue to fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace.It is integrity that bonds... MORE

Winter Moving Tips
December 8, 2008 — All personnel moving during the winter months should be aware snow and sleet storms may delay pickup and delivery of your household goods. Although we can control the commercial mover, we cannot control the weather. Prepare yourself for that unexpected happening by giving yourself some flexibility. It's your move and Langley's Personal Property... MORE

Winter Safety: Smoke detectors and an escape plan
December 4, 2008 — Fall has arrived and winter is not far behind. For the past four months the focus on safety has been safe driving, driving under the influence prevention, sunscreen, swimming and water hazards and barbecues at house. Now our focus should not diminish on safe driving, wearing seatbelts, distractions and of course DUI prevention. However, we must... MORE

Tis' the Flu Season
December 3, 2008 — Once again the holiday season is upon us as well as the flu season. Both are the season for giving and receiving, but getting the flu isn't at the top of everyone's wish list. The flu is caused by the influenza virus and spreads from person-to-person through droplets released when a person coughs, sneezes, or breathes on someone. People may also... MORE

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va -- Lt. Col. Dammen Vivene, 1st Medical Group maternal child flight commander, administers flu vaccine to Airman 1st Class Jade Pina, 1st Comptroller Squadron finance technician, Oct. 29. Flu vaccines will be available for all Department of Defense identification cardholders at the Bateman Library Nov. 24 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Vernon Young)

All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth: Mouth Guard Protection
November 21, 2008 — There are more than 200,000 injuries to the mouth and jaw each year. Most of these injuries occur during sports activities when there is a blow to the mouth, trauma to the oral tissues and teeth which can lead to significant pain and often result in time-consuming treatment. Injuries can be greatly decreased by wearing proper mouth protection, such... MORE

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