Sept. 19, 2007
Spirit of the Aleutians
Preemptive ice counter attack
Sunny day
Homecoming
Sept. 13, 2007
VPP helps put safety in workplace
ELMENDORF AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska — In 2006, there were 2,200 reported active duty injuries and nearly 4,500 injuries to the civilian workforce within the Air Force which amounted to more than $125 million in civilian compensation. In an effort to reduce these numbers, Air Force senior leadership has mandated the use of the Voluntary Protection Program. The VPP is a partnership
Sept. 11, 2007
Arctic Warriors join fight against MS
Sept. 10, 2007
Patriot Day, 2007
WASHINGTON — September 11, 2001, was a defining moment in American history. On that terrible day, our Nation saw the face of evil as 19 men barbarously attacked us and wantonly murdered people of many races, nationalities, and creeds. On Patriot Day, we remember the innocent victims, and we pay tribute to the valiant firefighters, police officers, emergency
Sept. 6, 2007
Static wash
Aug. 28, 2007
Elmendorf Airmen receive Purple Hearts
ELMENDORF AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska — Two 3rd Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle operators were each presented a Purple Heart during a ceremony here today. Airman 1st Class Benjamin Crain and Staff Sgt. Larry Franklin received the medal for injuries sustained while supporting Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom, respectively. Airman Crain deployed to Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, in March
Aug. 27, 2007
Big Month for a Little Town
METLAKATLA, Alaska — August marked a big month for a little town in Alaska. The military will officially finish the Operation Alaskan Road project in Metlakatla Aug. 31 after ten years of construction, training and partnership building. The road will connect the Metlakatla Indian Community to a closer ferry terminal that allows easier transport to and from Ketchikan.