News

  • Today is Earth Day

    Each year April 22 marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. Among other things, 1970 in the United States brought with it the Kent State shootings, the advent of fiber optics, "Bridge Over Troubled Water," Apollo 13, the Beatles' last album, the death of Jimi

  • Geo-Base lays groundwork for every organization on base

    Although not well known, Geo-Base technicians survey grounds and make maps that are used by virtually every organization on the base. "We make maps of just about everything," said Staff Sgt. Herrington 100th Civil Engineer Squadron Geo-Base noncommissioned officer in charge. "Every building on the

  • How to submit a Hometown News Release form

    American servicemembers at RAF Mildenhall can share their accomplishments with friends and family back home by completing a Hometown News Release (Department of Defense Form 2266), which can be accessed by clicking HERE. Once the form is completed, click the "submit" button, and it will be forwarded

  • RAF Mildenhall set to remember Holocaust

    Several events are scheduled throughout the week of April 20 to 24 at RAF Mildenhall in observance of the Holocaust. The events here are set to begin with a short film and seminar at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in Middleton Hall, with refreshments served prior to the event. The guest speaker will be

  • Retiree appreciation day slated for May 8

    The annual retiree appreciation day is slated for May 8, kicking off with an icebraker May 7 at 6 p.m.Events for the day include a coffee social, tour of static displays and information booths. All events will take place on RAF Lakenheath at Eagles' Landing. Transportation will be provided for the

  • SERVICE BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR SURVIVORS AFTER DEATH OF A RETIRED MEMBER:

    BASIC INFORMATION FOR CONTINUED SERVICE BENEFITS AND PRIVILEGES In general the loss of your loved one does not mean an end to certain military benefits and privileges you received during his/her life. You may continue to receive medical care at medical facilities of the Uniformed Services, in some

  • RAF Mildenhall ‘Biggest Loser’ contest wraps up

    Twenty five people finished RAF Mildenhall's fifth annual "Biggest Loser" challenge April 16, setting a new base record. The competition, held here since 2005, rewards those who lose the most weight in three months. Unlike the television show the competition is based on, participants aren't

  • From force to hope: The challenge of the Four Horsemen

    This year marks the 10th anniversary of operations in Serbia and Albania, and the 352nd Special Operations Group played a major role in both.From the early combat days of Operation Allied Force (24 March 24 through June 10, 1999) to the humanitarian Operation Shining Hope (April 4 through July 10,