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Langley Losers forging paths to physical fitness
February 16, 2010 — In January, four of Langley's most motivated Airmen stepped up to the challenge of changing their lives for the better by adopting healthier lifestyles through diet and exercise. These strong-willed warriors are striving to meet and exceed their health and fitness goals, wrapping up the contest in May. Throughout their journey, you can track their... MORE

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. -- Maj. Kathryn Bienfang, Air Combat Command Public Affairs action officer, runs on a treadmill at the Shellbank Fitness center. Major Bienfang said finding time to work out is hard with her busy schedule, but it is essential to getting in better shape. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jason J. Brown)

Langley Love Story: Support and surprises keep dual-military couple happy
February 10, 2010 — Editor's Note: During the month of February, we will be honoring dual-military couples who work around the hurdles to make their marriage work. This is the third article in the series.Deployments and temporary duties may not seem like the most likely time and place to meet your life partner, but sometimes these circumstances bring people together.A... MORE

Senior Master Sgt. John Elstrom, 71st Aircraft Maintenance Unit assistant superintendent, and Master Sgt. Bethany Elstrom, Flag Administration to commander, United States Joint Forces, Norfolk, Va. conclude sacrifice, compromise, communication and creativity as the means to a happy dual-military marriage.

Langley Love Story: Distance makes dual-military couple's relationship stronger
February 9, 2010 — Editor's Note: During the month of February, we will be honoring dual-military couples who work around the hurdles to make their marriage work. This is the second article in the series.Time and again, distance serves as the main problem dual-military couples tackle. Permanent changes of station, temporary duties and deployments are always possible,... MORE

Staff Sgt. Rashade Purdie, 3rd Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller, Elmendorf Air Force Base, Ala., and Senior Airman Dana Hill, 633d Air Base Wing public affairs photographer, advise other couples have faith and stay strong.

Consider a tooth’s perspective on nutrition
February 4, 2010 — One of the first steps to maintain oral health is proper brushing and flossing; however, proper nutrition plays an important role as well. Bacteria in the mouth convert sugars and starches to harmful acids that breakdown teeth, causing cavities. Children's baby teeth are more susceptible to these acids because they are softer than permanent teeth... MORE

Langley Love Story: Overcoming dual-military marriage hurdles
February 3, 2010 — Editor's Note: During the month of February, we will be honoring dual-military couples who work around the hurdles to make their marriage work. This is the first article in the series.Romance, love and relationships can take a lot of effort, especially for dual-military couples who face the unique challenges of serving their country. Tech. Sgt... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Greg Styer, 633d Civil Engineer Squadron network integration non commissioned-officer-in-charge, and Staff Sgt. Christina Styer, 633d Air Base Wing Public Affairs customer service NCOIC, attribute their happy dual military marriage to love, patience and good communication.

DePLAYment program provides free fun for deployed members' families
January 29, 2010 — Having a deployed family member can be tough, but as of Jan. 28, 931 Air Force families have taken steps to ease the hard times with the Year of the Air Force Family's DePLAYment Program.Air Force Services Agency officials initiated the program to provide families of deployed military members with free youth classes, sports programs and hourly... MORE

Are you planning to fail?
January 26, 2010 — While plans for the weekend may include a few of the local night clubs, a party at a friend's house or a game of beer pong, does it also include the name of a designated driver? If not, you are planning to fail.Though many Airmen assume they can stop drinking long before they are intoxicated and therefore presuming they are safe to drive, 633d Air... MORE

Airmen Against Drunk Driving comic strip

2010 Langley Losers competition underway
January 21, 2010 — With the new year comes resolutions, whether it's losing weight, making more money or finally taking that elusive vacation. For Airmen, 2010 brings a new physical training test, with more rigorous fitness standards.Four of Team Langley's most motivated Airmen stepped up to the challenge of meeting their fitness goals this year, changing the way... MORE

Maj. Kathryn Bienfang
Air Combat Command Public Affairs
Age: 42
Height: 5 feet, 9 inches
Weight: 193 pounds
Waist: 38 inches

Adventurous NCO travels to ends of the earth
January 12, 2010 — When most people consider a winter vacation, places with sand, surf and sun typically come to mind, where one can escape plummeting temperatures and freezing precipitation -- not Staff Sgt. Barry Loo, 633d Air Base Wing Public Affairs six-year photographer.After four years of sacrificing and saving money, Sergeant Loo travelled to Antarctica on a... MORE

ANTARCTICA – Staff Sgt. Barry Loo crouches next to a whale skeleton arranged by one of Jacques Cousteau ‘s expeditions. Sergeant Loo traveled to Antarctica to photograph the natural beauty of the continent. (Photo by Cheri Warren)

Be mindful, drink moderately
January 7, 2010 — - Department of Defense studies show 43-percent of Airmen E-1 through E-3 admit drinking the night before has impacted work the next day and 56-percent of sexual assaults in the Air Force are alcohol-abuse related. The Air Force guidance on alcohol consumption, the Culture of Responsible Choices Program, limits Airmen to one drink per hour not to... MORE

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