• Exercise puts Elmendorf members to the test

    "The 3rd Wing provides air superiority, surveillance, tactical airlift and agile combat support forces for global deployment." This mission statement was put to the test last week during a Phase I Operational Readiness Exercise. "An ORE Phase I, commonly referred to as a Polar Force Exercise,

  • CFC is off and running

    The opportunity is here again for the Elmendorf community to demonstrate their commitment to helping those in need. The 2006 Combined Federal Campaign runs through Dec. 8.  The thermometers posted at the base gates will serve as reminders of our dedication to the public as we achieve our 2006 CFC

  • Blood donation is the perfect gift for the holidays

    Trying to pick out that ideal holiday gift for a loved one, a special friend or family member? Why not give the 'Gift of Life', blood? Each year, more than four million Americans across the United States need blood transfusions. In Alaska, fewer than 5 percent of the eligible donors give blood. What

  • Teamwork, hard work transforming Alaska military forces

    Alaska-based forces are fighting the global war on terror, protecting the homeland and preparing for the challenges of the future - and they are "excelling at those challenges because of their hard work, focused effort and spirit of cooperation," said Lt. Gen. Douglas Fraser, Alaskan Command

  • Stolen VA records: Airmen urged to be vigilant

    Air Force officials are asking Airmen to stay extra vigilant in protecting their credit and themselves from identity theft in light of the recent theft of 26.5 million veteran's records from the home of a Department of Veterans Affairs employee in May. The VA announced over the weekend that the

  • Member concerned about storage lot thefts

    Q: I know this has been brought up in the past but I need to bring it up again.I currently rent a 15-foot space at the Persimmon storage lot on base.Today I went to get my four-wheelers to go riding, only to find out someone had stolen the throttle, but left all the hardware. Outdoor Recreation says