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Project84: Keep those cost saving ideas coming for 2015

Posted February 6, 2015 by

As Team Edwards begins 2015, the 412th Test Wing is leading a new drive for Project84 ideas. The wing had outstanding Project 84 participation from the base populace in 2014. Every submitted idea was reviewed and given careful consideration by base leadership. Brig. Gen. Michael Brewer, 412th Test Wing commander, first introduced Project84 after determining that if…

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Legal Assistance Tip of the Week

Posted April 27, 2012 by Staff

May 1 is Law Day. This annual event was originally conceived in 1957 as a testament to our nation’s commitment to the rule of law. President Dwight D. Eisenhower established the inaugural Law Day the following year, and Congress followed suit in 1961, with a joint resolution designating Law Day as an annual celebration. With…

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One of only four existing F-117s returns to Edwards

Posted June 15, 2012 by by Jet Fabara

The retired YF-117 Nighthawk (S/N 79-10783) known for flying over Edwards in the final four-ship formation flight more than six years ago returned to Edwards once again, but this time to join the Air...

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News briefs – September 14, 2012

Posted September 14, 2012 by

Town hall meeting   The 412th Mission Support Group commander will host a Town Hall Meeting 5:30 p.m., Sept. 20 Conference Center Galaxy Room. All base personnel and their families are invited to this interactive, information-sharing event. Col. Robert Hoff, 412th Mission Support Group commander, and guests will discuss current issues with base personnel and…

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Family Fishing Derby planning and sign ups

Posted October 26, 2012 by Stephanie Vaughn

Air Force photograph by Airman 1st Class Aubrey Robinson Mark your calendars for Nov. 17. The Edwards Air Force Base Family Fishing Derby will tentatively be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Branch Memorial Park and Pond near the South Gate. Come out and enjoy a free day of fishing, food and fun….

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‘I once caught a fish THIS big!’

Posted November 30, 2012 by 412th Test Wing Public Affairs

About 200 children and volunteers descended upon Branch Pond Nov. 17 for a Family Fishing Derby. Several organizations stepped up to help support the event. The organizers would like to thank the 412th Mission Support Group, Air Force Sergeants Association, Airman Leadership School Booster Club, Enlisted Spouses Club, Environmental Management, First Sergeants Group, Fregoso Outdoor…

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412th FSS gets new boss

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Col. Robert Hoff, 412th Mission Support Group commander, handed over the 412th Force Support Squadron guidon to Alexander Kovras during a change of leadership ceremony

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Edwards BX to remain open during sequester

Posted March 22, 2013 by Chris Ward

Despite sequestration, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service does not foresee any changes to its day-to-day operations. “We expect Exchange facilities to be fully functional throughout the sequester,” said the Exchange’s Chief of Staff Col. Thomas Ockenfels. “We continue to remain flexible as we help Soldiers, Airmen and their families thrive in this environment….

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Museum closure

Posted April 19, 2013 by

The Air Force Flight Test Museum at Edwards Air Force Base will be closed on April 24 and will reopen with its regular hours April 25. For more information, call (661) 277-8050.

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News Briefs May 31, 2013

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Roadway drainage construction project Beginning June 10 and continuing through Aug. 1, base motorists will encounter minor delays as work to improve roadway drainage is performed at the intersection of Rosamond and Muroc Avenue. During this time, Rosamond will be reduced from two-lanes each way to one-lane each way and Muroc will be closed north…

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