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452 Force Support Sq gets “Dirty” with the commander

U.S. Air Force photo/Darnell Gardner Col. Samuel Mahaney, 452d Air Mobility Wing commander, issues Senior Airman Christopher Kmet, 4th Combat Camera, an official passport, June 6. As part of his Dirty Thursday program, Mahaney, spent the day at the 452d Force Support Squadron getting down and dirty, learning about the activities that occur during daily…

Flagday Commentary

President Proclaims Flag Day and National Flag Week

WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Barack Obama today signed a proclamation designating June 14, as Flag Day and the week beginning June 9 as National Flag Week. The president’s proclamation: Each June, our Nation lifts its sights to the flag that has watched over us since the days of our founding. In those broad stripes and…

U.S. Air Force photo/Maj. Deric Prescott Health & Safety

Steps to consider when in an accident

In the state of California, licensed drivers are required to accomplish specific actions when involved in an automobile accident with another vehicle.

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Yellow Ribbon events go on despite budget cuts

Air Force Reserve members and their families from across the command converged on the sea-side town of LaJolla, Calif., for a Yellow Ribbon event held at the local Marriott Hotel.

U.S. Air Force photo /Master Sgt. Donald R. Allen Air Force

336 ARS fuel progress

U.S. Air Force photo /Master Sgt. Donald R. Allen U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters from the 58th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, Eglin AFB, Fla., fly off the coast of Fort Walton Beach, as they line up to receive fuel from a March Air Reserve Base KC-135 Stratotanker, May 16. The…

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Heeeeerrrreee’s Johnny: ‘Lost’ Johnny Carson film discovered by DOD

Posted  October 5, 2012

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Once thought to be lost, a film reel containing clips of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, was discovered in a military visual information storage facility ...

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March Field prepares for Fire Prevention Week 2012

Posted  October 5, 2012

March Field will be observing Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 7 to 13. This year’s theme is, ‘Be Rabbit Ready,’ which is an accurate comparison to just how quickly you and your family should exit your house in case of a fire – once the smoke alarm sounds, you only have a few minutes to get…

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5-year clock puts re-employment rights in jeopardy

Posted  October 5, 2012

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. — Eleven years ago many of us took off our suits, welder’s masks, gloves, donned our uniforms and went off to defend our nation following the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. We did not know what the future would hold. Our employers told us to go, do our duty. We…

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A day at the beach turns into a life saving event

Posted  September 28, 2012

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Dangerous waves and inexperienced swimmers are not the ideal mix, especially during the holiday weekends. ...

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AF Reserve commander praises total force

Posted  September 28, 2012

WASHINGTON D.C. — The Air Force Reserve Command’s highest ranking officer discussed the virtues of total force integration in remarks at the 2012 Air Force Association Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition, Sept. 18. Lt. Gen. James Jackson, chief of Air Force Reserve and the Air Force Reserve Command commander, described successes ranging from…

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News Briefs | September 28, 2012

Posted  September 28, 2012

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL SEASON BEGINS IN OCTOBER The final Intramural Basketball meeting will be held Oct. 1, at 10 a.m. in Building 430. Please bring your letter of intent and rosters to the meeting. For more information contact Pam Smith at 951-655-2668, or email at pamela.smith@march.af.mil. NEXT BUNDLES FOR BABIES CLASS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER The Airman…

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A day for Constitutional conversation

Posted  September 28, 2012

GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — Sept. 17, 2012, marked the 225th anniversary of the signing of America’s Constitution. As federal employees, we commemorate that anniversary with Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. This day was established to ensure all federal agency employees have the opportunity to learn more about America’s great charter, the U.S….

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Bringing the Haps back to the Hap Arnold club

Posted  September 28, 2012

The Hap Arnold Club has an appointment for a total makeover. Team March members, which include Reserve, Guard, active duty, family members and retirees ...

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452 AMW goes to war

Posted  September 28, 2012

GULFPORT, Miss. — Last week, various units from the 452nd Air Mobility Wing joined the 445th Airlift Wing to become the 132nd Air Expeditionary Wing ...

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Financial Facts

Posted  September 28, 2012

Due to a successful Defense Travel System computer lab session held during the September Unit Training Assembly, financial services has decided to continue offering the sessions during UTA weekends. Lab sessions will be held from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Bldg. 466. These sessions are for any member who has issues with DTS or…

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For all on-base emergencies, call 911

The area code for March Air Reserve Base is 951. The DSN prefix is 447.

Chaplain – 655-4105

Civilian Personnel – 655-4076

Commissary – 655-3967

Contracting Office – 655-4042

Education Office – 655-4442

Exchange – 653-3111

Family Readiness and Support – 655-5350

General Old Golf Course – 697-6690

Law Enforcement Desk – 655-2981

Legal Office – 655-4479

Military Personnel Customer Support (and ID card center) – 655-3028

March Field Museum – 902-5949

Pass and Registration – 655-3791 (Visitor’s Center)

Passenger Terminal / Space-A Travel – 655-3214 / 2397
(24-hour flight information ) – 655-2913

Public Affairs – 655-4137

Retiree Affairs Office – 655-4077

For all other phone numbers, call the base directory at 655-1110.


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