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  • Challenges never stop as Air Force officer clocks up 20 '13s' in 2013

    To those who know him, Lt. Col. Chris Bennett, the former 100th Operations Support Squadron commander, isn't just a runner - he's a running machine. While many dedicated runners run regularly, some may take a break every now and then. But not Bennett.Not only has the Houston, Alaska, native and the

  • Airman earns STEP promotion to master sergeant

    Master Sgt. Jason Ramirez received his senior NCO stripe under the Air Force's Stripes for Exceptional Performers program during a small ceremony at one of the fire stations here Dec. 21, 2013."When I was first notified, my heart was thankful and my mind was focused, knowing that I have only a

  • Team Mildenhall prepares for inspection

    Team Mildenhall is preparing for its first inspection in 2014. An inspection is an opportunity to validate compliance and mission readiness. It's a time to prove an installation's preparation and professionalism and to highlight its integrity. It's also a time for personnel to interact with the

  • 352nd SOG conducts exercise at RAF Fairford

    The 352nd Special Operations Group conducted an exercise involving six aircraft and approximately 130 Airmen from Dec. 9 to 12, 2013, on RAF Fairford, England. The exercise was designed to allow the 352nd SOG to practice and evaluate their ability to efficiently forward deploy their newest assets,

  • RAF Mildenhall Airmen embrace heritage

    Airmen from Team Mildenhall participated in a heritage visit Dec. 17, 2013, which stopped by two of the World War II-era air bases scattered across England to show Airmen the historical importance of U.S. military presence in England during World War II.The first stop on the trip was RAF Thorpe

  • BRITS BITS: London for tourists: 10 must-see attractions

    London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, but it can be overwhelming to tourists. There are so many beautiful and historical sites to visit; it's hard to choose where to go. After visiting London for the first time, I came up with a list of "must-see" attractions that I highly encourage

  • Santa Claus crashes formation

    It was Dec. 7, 2013, and for the Airmen of the 376th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron security escort flight, the day began like any other while deployed with a morning formation. But this formation was different. A surprise visitor was about to spread holiday cheer before the Airmen began