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Services provided by the 733rd Force Support Division will function under a limited schedule due to the Labor Day weekend. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Aubrey White/Released)

Aug. 26, 2014

Summer safety: Labor Day weekend

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — With the Joint Base Langley-Eustis summer safety campaign coming to a close, personnel have an opportunity to test all of the knowledge they have on the subject of summer safety.There is no exam and, no, there won't be a base-wide commander's call on the subject. Instead, community members have an opportunity to enjoy the end-all of summer fun -

Depending on the severity of a storm during the 2014 Atlantic hurricane season, damage to homes and flooding can occur. Ensuring the proper precautions are taken and understanding evacuation entitlements, provided by the 633rd Comptroller Squadron, can help alleviate added stressors. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Kayla Newman/Released)

Aug. 26, 2014

Returning from a hurricane evacuation? Here's what you need to know

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — As August comes to an end, the heart of the 2014 Atlantic hurricane season begins. Three depressions and two hurricanes have occurred so far and U.S. Service members at Joint Base Langley-Eustis should continue to prepare to evacuate the local area if there is a severe storm threat. An evacuation will be ordered in the event of unusual or

U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Cielito Jackson, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command career counselor was part of a team that took part in changing the Taiwanese Army into an all-volunteer force. After working with the Taiwanese Army for four years, Jackson was awarded a Taiwanese Army Achievement medal with one gold star, and named an honorary alumnus of their Army Academy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kimberly Nagle/Released)

Aug. 26, 2014

Soldier helps develop Taiwanese Army

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — Traditionally, the Taiwanese Army was compiled of a combination of draft and volunteer Soldiers. In 2010 the army sought assistance from the U.S. Army Pacific Command to help develop its Soldiers into an all-volunteer force.The USARPAC enlisted a team of U.S. Army Soldiers whose mission was to assist the Taiwanese Army with their goal of becoming

In 2013, the U.S. Air Force reported 45 percent of documented mishaps identified fatigue as a possible cause. Fatigue can cause loss of appetite, depression and increased susceptibility to illness. Take those signs as a signal to get some rest as fatigue can be fatal. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Kimberly Nagle/Released)

Aug. 22, 2014

Critical days, critical decisions: Fatigue

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — A U.S. Service member has major plans for the upcoming Labor Day weekend. He has made the decision to drive to his destination immediately following a long work day, which included morning unit physical training. He assumes he will be alert enough to drive the six hours to his destination, but little does he know fatigue will set in.According to

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- Florida statute defines driving under the influence as a person driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle who is under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances with a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 or higher. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Mike Meares)

Aug. 19, 2014

Alcohol Abuse: Drinking your life away

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — You tell yourself you're just going to have one beer, but that one beer with friends turns into two. Before you know it, you've killed a six-pack by yourself and are heading out to the bar for more.You don't have a problem. You're with friends and only drinking to be social. You can stop whenever you want. When you pull your head out of the bottom

The Women's Army Auxiliary Corps was created on May 15, 1942, to help stregnthen the men fighting during WWII. It was the first officially- recognized, women-only military unit. The efforts of those early women led to the almost complete integration of women in the military seen today. (Courtesy photo)

Aug. 19, 2014

Heritage Spotlight: Women's Equality Day

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — Since 1971, August 26 has been recognized as Women's Equality Day, marking the day the 19th Amendment was passed, giving women the right to vote. Today, women continue to make strides toward equality, and women in the military continue to serve their country with honor.Throughout American history women have served in the U.S. Armed Forces,

Aug. 13, 2014

Legally prepared for the unexpected

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — A bewildered family member comes in for legal assistance. Their loved one died without a will, but nobody knows who's in charge of sorting the estate and family members are simply claiming items. Meanwhile, bills are going unpaid, automatic withdrawals are still active and overdraft fees are gouging the bank account , which no one has access to. To

According to the National Hurricane Center, each year, millions of pets are killed or left homeless due to natural disasters. If an area is not safe for a person, it is not safe for animals. Prepare a disaster plan in advance that includes accommodations for pets in order to provide them with the best care. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Airman 1st Class Areca T. Wilson/Released)

Aug. 13, 2014

Properly prepped pets: Keeping Fido safe through the storm

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. - — According to the National Hurricane Center, each year, millions of pets are killed or left homeless by natural disasters. Members of Joint Base Langley-Eustis sponsoring family members are encouraged to remain vigilant during hurricane season and are reminded to adequately prepare for a key member of their family--their pet. Whether or not Service

The 733rd Force Support Division community services flight has partnered with the 733rd Security Forces Squadron and the Fort Eustis Hunting and Fishing Council board to instate a new fishing program, which requires patrons to pay a $10 fee and get a fishing license in order to fish on the installation. For more information about fishing on the installation, contact Outdoor Recreation at 878-2610. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Teresa J.C. Aber/Released)

Aug. 11, 2014

Eustis offers new fishing program

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — Fisherman and families looking to spend a little time with a rod and reel on post must now acquire a fishing license from Outdoor Recreation at Fort Eustis, Virginia.The 733rd Force Support Division community services flight has partnered with the 733rd Security Forces Squadron and the Fort Eustis board of the Hunting and Fishing Council to instate

Commissioned as U.S. Army chaplain in 1987, Chaplain (Col.) Steven West soon found his way back to the Air Force, where he currently serves as the Langley Air Force Base senior chaplain. West has had an almost 38-year military career and is preparing to retire Jan. 1, 2015. He is pictured here as a first lieutenant, shortly after commissioning. (Courtesy photo)

Aug. 8, 2014

A career of caring: Chaplain to retire after 38 years of service

Joint Base Langley-Eustis — It's 1974. Feathered hair and polyester are "in," the top song on the radio is Barbara Streisand's "The Way We Were," "The Longest Yard" is in theaters, and Chaplain (Col.) Steven E. West joins the Air Force and begins an almost 38-year career serving the spiritual needs of U.S. Airmen and Soldiers around the world. That career led him to Joint