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Job Fair provides informed decisions for future civilians

Posted May 24, 2012 by Airman 1st Class Camilla A Griffin

The Airman and Family Readiness Center launched the annual job fair for Desert Lightning Team members at the Mirage Club May 15 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. “There is everything from local hires to international organizations that are looking for people that might want a contracting job somewhere,” said Master Sgt. April Little, 355th…

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Happenings around Tucson

Posted March 29, 2012 by Staff

Pima Community College to hold ceremony honoring fallen troops Friday, March 30 – 7 a.m. PCC’s Downtown Campus will host a special ceremony in memory of America’s military men and women who died in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. The event will take place in the Downtown Campus courtyard, 1255 N. Stone Ave. The name of…

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Diamond Sharp April 27, 2012

Posted April 26, 2012 by Staff

Senior Airman Marc Bates, 355 AMXS Senior Airman Marc Bates, 355 AMXS First Sergeants:  Master Sgt. Miranda and Master Sgt. Allyn Duty Title: Aerospace Propulsion Apprentice When joined the AF: Dec. 9, 2008 Hometown: New Haven, MO Hobbies: Sports, fitness, and continuing his education Selection Reasons: Airman Bates has an average of 99.15 for his…

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Local Briefs – November 30, 2012

Posted November 30, 2012 by

Private Sector Resume Workshop Dec. 5, 10-11:30 a.m. – Airman & Family Readiness Center Prepare for your next career! We will cover topics including writing a resume for the private sector and successful interviewing skills. Please call 228-5690 to RSVP. USAJOBS Federal Resume Workshop Dec. 5, 1-4 p.m. – Airman & Family Readiness Center Are…

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Local Briefs May 11, 2012

Posted May 10, 2012 by Staff

Gate Closure The Wilmot Gate will be closed until July 9. 29 Bravo will be open from 5:30 – 9 a.m. during the closure.   Outdoor Rec trip to Wyatt Earp Days in Tombstone Sunday, May 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. In honor of the West’s most famous lawman, Tombstone put together great…

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Finding secondhand treasures at the Airman’s Attic

Posted November 16, 2012 by Airman Josh Slavin

Have you been facing tough financial times lately? If so, you should come to the Airman’s Attic where you can find things such as pre-owned uniforms, dishes, furniture and much more. “The Airman’s Attic is a way to help Airmen that don’t have the funds to purchase the full priced items, but have a need…

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D-M volunteers collect canned goods for Airmen in need

Posted December 7, 2012 by Airman 1st Class Christine Griffiths

Members of D-M lent a helping hand by donating canned goods and turkeys to those families in need for the Thanksgiving holiday. For three weekends, the Chapel Gospel Service volunteered their time to collect food items, as well as prepare boxes for U.S. Air Force active duty Airmen and families in need. “We had some…

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Local Briefs – December 7, 2012

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Managing Stress and Avoiding the Holiday Blues Dec. 7, 1-2:30 p.m. – Airman & Family Readiness Center This time of year can be extremely stressful for many of us. Join us for a free 30-minute yoga session featuring chair yoga and pranayama breathing exercises. Discussion topics will include recognizing stress, defining your holiday expectations, coping…

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Heroes Day for Open House a success

Posted April 19, 2012 by David S. Ricker

More than 500 local people with disabilities or special needs were on the flight line April 13, the day before the Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona 2012 Open House to watch the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and other performers practice their routines. Heroes Day was organized by the base to accommodate representatives of the local…

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Celebrating Heritage in a Very Modern Way

Posted May 10, 2012 by Airman 1st Class Saphfire Cook

The month of May honors the Asian-Pacific American heritage, and its committee decided to lend its customs a modern twist by performing a traditional Asian-pacific dance during a flash mob at the base exchange here May 4. The flash mob took place in the D-M BX food court, with...

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