Articles - Page 118

Jan. 30, 2018
Fat tire bikes make the world go round

For JBER members and dependents looking to get outside during the winter, look no further than the Outdoor Adventure Program.
Jan. 30, 2018
Supporting members through surprises

The 673d Force Support Squadron and JBER Life Team supports members on JBER by offering prizes and money as a way to encourage members to get out and get involved in the community.
Jan. 30, 2018
Alaska Air National Guard Rescue Squadrons conduct precision parachute training at JBER

Alaska Air National Guardsman assigned to the 212th Rescue Squadron jump from a HC-130J Combat King II operated by the 211th Rescue Squadron during precision parachute training over Malemute drop zone at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 24, 2018. In a combat theater, members of the
Jan. 30, 2018
Strengthening Trusted Care culture in Air Force medicine

On October 26th, 2017, over 130 leaders across various health care organizations gathered to listen to Col. Christian Lyons and Lt. Col. Michael Fea speak on Trusted Care’s aim of positioning the Air Force Medical Service as a high reliability organization.
Jan. 30, 2018
Vehicle Maintenance keeps JBER rolling

673d Logistics Readiness Squadron Vehicle Maintenance includes six different specialty shops at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. The shops include the D-29 Heavy Equipment, Fleet Management and Analysis, General Purpose, Flightline Maintenance, Fire Truck Maintenance and Refueling
Jan. 26, 2018
Airman proves the importance of mission readiness on Trusted Care

November 12, 2016 began as another normal day at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan for Senior Airman Nicole Moore. That day was anything but normal.
Jan. 25, 2018
Arctic Warrior Chiefs’ Group Choice Award winner of the Month – January 2018

SSgt Tyree Zapien was selected as the Chief's Choice Award winner for the month of January 2018.
Jan. 25, 2018
673d LRS Materiel Management supplies Arctic Warriors

Like spokes on a wheel, the 673d Logistics Readiness Squadron’s Materiel Management Flight provides balance, strength and supply-chain support to help Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson accomplish the mission.
Jan. 24, 2018
Alaska Army National Guard executes Arctic training, helps local dog race

The Soldiers of B Company arrived at the Bethel Armory on Jan. 18, greeted by blistering winds and sub-zero temperatures. They began cold weather training by setting up three arctic 10-man tents, which they would sleep in later that evening. Soldiers practiced digging stakes into hard, frozen
Jan. 24, 2018
Take command: Urgent care now easier to access

As of Jan. 1, 2018, most TRICARE Prime enrollees no longer need a referral for urgent care visits and point-of-service charges no longer apply for urgent care claims. This change replaces the previous policy, which waived referrals for the first two urgent care visits per year.