• Airmen learn about ‘Sex Signals’ and miscommunications

    More than 300 service members crowded into the Talkeetna Theater on JBER-Elmendorf Jan. 18 to see "Sex Signals," an improv interactive comedy show put on by actor Chris Beier and actress Judith Lesser. The interactive presentation educated Airmen on the common misconceptions of bystander

  • Skiing, snowboarding draw JBER crowds

    The air is cold and crisp as people board the ski lift clad in their snowsuits and cold-weather gear. The sun is shining and the view from the top of the lift is breathtaking. One person stops before heading down the slope and stares at the "Sleeping Lady" mountain in the distance before barreling

  • Warriors. Paratroopers. Riggers.

    "I will keep in mind that until men grow wings their parachutes must be dependable" is the opening sentence to the United States Army Parachute Rigger's Pledge and a vow to their fellow Soldier. Riggers realize the importance of their military occupational specialty and, more importantly, the lives

  • Customers have a voice through ICE

    When the Office of the Secretary of Defense directed Resource Management Decision 703 - a culmination of a Department of Defense-wide comprehensive effort to increase efficiencies, reduce overhead costs, and eliminate redundant functions - the Interactive Customer Evaluation customer service officer

  • Article 139 claims can protect damaged property

    If someone in the military stole something from you, broke your window, or threw your smart phone on the ground, you are entitled to file an Article 139 Claim against that person - or in some cases a unit if the individual is not known to you. Thes are claims against any service member for willfully

  • Reserve F-22 pilot flies son's letter to fallen Soldier father

    MacAidan "Mac" Gallegos was only 5 when his father, Army Sgt. Justin Gallegos, was killed in Afghanistan in 2009. Not a day goes by that he doesn't think about him. On days like Jan. 24, his father's 31st birthday, he has found a special way to celebrate his birthday and honor his memory. "I wanted

  • JBER's 3rd Wing wins PACAF safety award

    The Pacific Air Forces Safety Special Achievement Award was presented to the 3rd Wing during a flight safety awards ceremony Jan. 2. The award recognizes the wing's outstanding accomplishments in numerous mishap prevention areas."It is truly an honor to receive this particular award," said Air Force

  • Projecting capability, 525th, 302nd FS 'drop' in on Combat Hammer, Archer

    During the December Combat Hammer and Archer exercises at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., active duty and Reserve F-22 pilots were able to employ weapons on ground and air targets using the Increment 3.1 upgrade.Combat Hammer, a weapons system evaluation program sponsored by the 86th Fighter Weapons

  • Drawing a crowd

    Many authors and artists are familiar with the struggle for success and recognition. Many give up the effort. The success stories are often told by those passionate about the work itself, enjoying the creation more than any profit that might come from publishing.Air Force Staff Sgt. Benjamin

  • 3rd Wing load crews vie for top honors

    As another year passes, two load crews compete for pride and a plaque in the 3rd Wing Load Crew of the Quarter competition Jan. 4. The objective of the load competition was to test the abilities and work ethic of two or more load crews from different fighter squadrons.The 90th and 525th aircraft