Commentaries

Saluting the flag
September 24, 2008 — Retreat sounds and a junior Air Force member calls out from a parked vehicle "You still have time to run back inside." That wouldn't be like a noncommissioned officer, I reply. In fact it wouldn't be like me at all. Instead of running back inside of my work center, I face the sound of the music, stand at attention and render a salute as the first... MORE

Complacency can lead to disaster
September 16, 2008 — I recently buried a friend. The saddest thing about it is it was an avoidable death. He didn't die in a traffic accident, a water sports accident, or other accident briefed during the "101 Critical Days of Summer". I don't know all the details, but I do know he was working on his vehicle, had jacked it up with a bottle jack that was sufficient size... MORE

Only you can 'prevent home fires'
September 9, 2008 — In 2007 there were more than 1.5 million fires reported in the United States. Of those, nearly 4 thousand were home structure fires, resulting in more than 2,800 civilian deaths, 13,600 civilian injuries and $7.4 billion in damages, according to www.NFPA.org. In an effort to lower those statistics, a Fire Prevention Week campaign, "Prevent Home... MORE

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va -- Airman 1st Class Zachary Wolf replaces the batteries in a smoke alarm Sept. 9 . Test smoke alarms at least once a month and replace the batteries once a year or when the alarm "chirps" -- that lets you know the battery is low. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jonathan Koob)

September is Cholesterol Education Month
September 5, 2008 — A good way to avoid a heart attack is to lower your cholesterol, because people with high cholesterol are at greater risk of coronary heart disease. September is Cholesterol Education Month and the Langley Health and Wellness Center offers tips and free classes that can help lower cholesterol. Like any muscle, the heart needs a constant supply of... MORE

Retreat places emphasis on basics of love, marriage
August 27, 2008 — Just recently, I learned more about my husband in two days than in our five and a half years of marriage. Through the generosity of Langley's People Helping People and the Air Force Chaplain Service, my husband and I as well as 28 other couples enjoyed a free marriage retreat Aug. 22-24 at the Omni Hotel in Newport News. The best parts for me... MORE

Hydration and your oral health
August 19, 2008 — Drinking adequate amounts of water, recommended is eight cups a day, is essential to maintaining good health and equally important for preserving one's teeth. Fluoridation is the single most effective public health measure to prevent tooth decay. Drinking tap water provides systemic fluoride for developing teeth and topical fluoride for mature... MORE

Go for gold in infant nutrition
August 18, 2008 — Every August, more than 120 countries observe World Breastfeeding Month, a time to emphasize the importance of support from family, friends, employers and society. This year's theme is "Mother Support: Going for the Gold," referring to breastmilk as the gold standard in infant nutrition. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has set... MORE

Bicycling through the Gas Crisis
August 14, 2008 — Tired of paying too much at the pump? Two months ago, I made a life-changing decision to leave my car at home and use my bicycle as my primary vehicle. I'd like to share my experience as a bicyclist in hopes to see more Airmen switch to bicycling. I live 13 miles from my work center here, so I complete a 26-mile trek daily. That may sound like a... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Levi Collins, 1st Fighter Wing Public Affairs photographic craftsman, enjoys his daily commute to work on his bicycle here on Aug. 6. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Zachary Wolf)

History behind Langley's F-4C static display
August 7, 2008 — Upon entry onto Langley through the La Salle Gate, there is an aircraft on display on the left in front of The Ryan Center - a McDonnell Aircraft Company F-4C Phantom II. Many pass by it, but may not be aware that this particular aircraft has a rich history and has purposefully been displayed as it is. McDonnell Aircraft delivered the F-4C, tail... MORE

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. -- The F-4C Phantom II is displayed today as it appeared after its MiG kill on May 20, 1967 over North Vietnam. (Courtesy photo by Dean Heald)

Team Langley: Honoring Enlisted Heritage
July 23, 2008 — On Sept. 18, 2003, Hurricane Isabel, the deadliest hurricane of 2003, devastated much of the East Coast. Unfortunately, Langley wasn't spared the hurricane's fury or devastating effect. After Hurricane Isabel swept through, the Bayside Enlisted Club was left severely damaged and completely unserviceable. Fast forward four years to the summer of... MORE

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. -- 1920 airplane mechanics from the 94th Fighter Squadron, which is the second oldest fighter squadron in America's history. (Courtesy photo)

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