News

  • Legal notice: Reminder of prohibition on soliciting gifts and donations

    As summer rolls around, RAF Mildenhall sees an increase in activities put on by Air Force units and agencies. While private organizations and outside entities are allowed to sponsor base activities, commanders and event organizers are reminded that solicitation of donations for base activities is

  • Hiring surge to employ thousands

    With contractor-to-civilian conversions, new organizations standing up and overall increases in civilian positions, the Air Force civil service continues to grow as officials look to employ thousands of U.S. citizens.The Air Force Personnel Center has filled more than 3,000 new positions since the

  • Deployment Journal: Feeding camels is tiresome, yet important task

    When my 3-year-old asked me why I was going to the desert in 2004, my reply was simple. I said, "Daddy has to go feed the camels," and that was enough to sustain his curiosity. My 7 and 8-year-olds didn't buy it.Despite their doubt and his bewilderment, I went forth and tried my best to help by

  • Cub Scouts complete spaced out activities

    Cub Scouts from throughout Europe met in England May 15 for a weekend of camping and activities as the Boy Scouts of America celebrates its 100th Anniversary.Click here for video coverage.

  • Commentary: The only constant in life is change

    As human beings, many of us get set in our ways and fall into a comfortable routine. When we are comfortable with the status quo, we don't want to get away from it. In fact, that word "change" often spawns fear in us, mainly a fear of the unknown. But, let's think about it for a minute. Where would

  • Washington Square offices adopt common operating hours

    In order to better serve Team Mildenhall, agencies located in Washington Square will adopt common operating hours June 1. "This was one of the most common complaints on our recent Quality of Life survey conducted earlier this year," said John Randolph, 100th Mission Support Group deputy

  • Spouses invited to 100th Air Refueling Wing Safety Stand Down event

    Spouses are welcomed at, and encouraged to attend, the Wing Stand Down event Friday. There will be games, activities, and prizes given away. Participating spouses will be eligible to win AAFES gift cards - among other prizes.For military members, wear the uniform of the day and bring along your PT