• Action Line: Patient gives thanks to Elmendorf hospital

    There are so many things to complain about and it seems like the Action Line is full of them, however, I am happy to be writing so that others may be aware of a facility on the base that is very awesome. My story is about the group of people that work and serve at the Elmendorf AFB hospital. I was a

  • Arctic Warriors receive NJP

    Article 15s: An airman from the 3rd Medical Group received an Article 15 for drunk and disorderly conduct. The punishment consisted of reduction to airman basic and suspended 14 days extra duty. A staff sergeant from the 3rd MDG received an Article 15 for drunk and disorderly conduct. The punishment

  • Dog of war comes to RED FLAG, boosts morale

    It's the image that resonates with the 525th Fighter Squadron from Elmendorf, Alaska: a beat-up yet hearty tan and white English bulldog on a blue and grey unit patch--but the mascot this squadron brought here with them to RED FLAG 09-2 can sit, roll over and even "shake, shake, shake" on

  • Elmendorf prepares for possible Mt. Redoubt eruption

    With the threat of an eruption at Mount Redoubt, located 106 miles southwest of Anchorage, people throughout Elmendorf AFB are preparing for the possibility of volcanic ash fall. Preparations began after the Alaska Volcano Observatory and the U.S. Geologic Survey issued a volcanic activity notice

  • Alaska adds additional penalties for DUIs

    Alaska has joined the growing trend of states across the country levying additional penalties to deter driving under the influence. The legislature recently passed a law which now requires drivers with a DUI conviction or who refuse a breathalyzer test to install ignition interlocks on their

  • Reflective Belt Wear

    During winter in Alaska, we experience more hours of darkness than our counterparts in the Lower 48 and elsewhere. Because of this, it is more difficult to see one another during the long, cold winter months, especially in unlit parking lots and portions of the flightline. Fortunately, there is an

  • Programming your cell phone today may save a life/career

    Our leadership asks us time and time again to have a plan for when we're going to go out and have a few drinks. However, we continue to have DUIs. Are you aware of some of the options in the Anchorage area to get home safely after you've had a few drinks? One of these options is to use the Off the