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  • Wing, union sign first NAF contract

    The 56th Fighter Wing and the American Federation of Government Employees 1547 Local signed the first-ever nonappropriated fund, or NAF, contract March 25. Wing commander Brig. Gen. Mike Rothstein and union president Harley Hembd signed for their respective organizations. Based on cooperation and

  • Stop the pop, sugar

    Enamel is the hardest substance in the body and protects the crowns of the teeth; however, it is susceptible to demineralization from acids. Acids are produced when bacteria colonize the tooth surface and metabolize carbohydrates. If this process continues, it may eventually lead to carious lesions,

  • San Diego: Five hours to sun fun

    About five hours from Luke Air Force Base is one of the most visited places on the West Coast. San Diego, if done right, can be an experience to remember.The drive from Phoenix to San Diego takes one through Gila Bend, Yuma and from there it gets interesting. As the road leaves Yuma the austere

  • Commander’s cup up for grabs

    Stretching out to catch a fly ball, diving on the court for a loose ball or catching the game winning touchdown pass is just some of what players need to do for their squadron to gain the points necessary to take home the commander's cup.The commander's cup program is designed to give Luke Air Force

  • Luke reaches millionth hour milestone

    Translating a million hours into years equals 114 years and one month. Going that far back in time places a person in February of 1899.Luke Air Force Base reached an F-16 milestone March 13 when a Fighting Falcon took to the skies marking a million flying hours in this venerable aircraft at Luke.

  • Education center offers college funding options

    The Air Force has had to make difficult choices to preserve readiness, and as a result, Air Force leadership suspended tuition assistance. However, Airmen have many options to help pay for education. Air Force base education centers, staffed with professional, well-trained counselors and advisors,

  • Legal helps Airmen, brings justice

    The Airmen who work in the staff judge advocate office do more than handle powers of attorneys and wills; they are involved in assisting commanders with disciplinary actions and help prosecute those who break the law to bring justice to the victims. There are essentially two central aspects to the

  • Werewolf hits 3,000 hours in F-16

    Reaching 3,000 F-16 flying hours is a milestone few pilots reach in their entire career. On the first day of spring, the list of pilots who have reached that milestone added one more name. Lt. Col. Kevin Aunapu, 69th Fighter Squadron director of operations, flew his 3,000th hour in the Fighting

  • Steps for ‘Mustang’ no easy ride

    In the military, Mustang is a term used for someone who is commissioned after being enlisted. It's not a walk in the park for enlisted Airmen to earn a commission. In fact, there are various steps needed to be taken prior to applying to a commissioning program.One of the first steps is to attend a

  • Building camaraderie the prickly way

    Camaraderie is built in a multitude of ways, such as lending a helping hand, working together on projects or playing team sports. But, during the month of March, Airmen from across base strengthen their camaraderie in a visual way.Mustache March is an Air Force tradition where Airmen grow mustaches