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  • MWDs, handlers train for deployment

    Editor's note: This is the second in a three-part series on military working dogs.The bond and training starts immediately after the 56th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler and dog team is paired. A handler and MWD will spend countless hours training, exercising and dog grooming

  • 310th FS Top Hats remember lost warrior

    Just over two years ago the Luke Air Force Base community was rocked by the news of an event that happened in Afghanistan. An Afghan colonel opened fire in a meeting held at the North Kabul International Airport killing eight Airmen and one civilian. Among the Airmen was Lt. Col. Frank "Bruiser"

  • When it comes to weather, don't sweat it - be smart

    It's not called "The Valley of the Sun" for no reason. With a very mild winter, summers are hot in Arizona and can take a person by surprise. There are three types of heat conditions people need to be aware of so steps can be taken to avoid them. If not prepared to work or exercise outdoors, one can

  • BASH program keeps pilots, aircraft safe

    In 2003 a Luke Air Force Base pilot was making an approach toward Gila Bend when a turkey vulture was sucked into the aircraft engine. The pilot ejected and survived, but unfortunately, the aircraft was lost. Incidents like this one prompted the creation of a program to keep pilots safe and save the

  • Tips reduce stress when moving out of dorm

    Moving out of the dorm can be exciting for Airmen. It can give a sense of independence, but with newfound independence comes responsibility."Like almost anything important in life, planning is key and can reduce stress when it's time to move off base," said Cory Carmichael, 56th Force Support

  • Luke May Fitness Month Underway: Half Marathon

    May is fitness month for the Air Force. Every year Airmen are challenged to participate in different athletic endeavors. This year includes a plethora of events such as the Family 5k run, sand volleyball tournament, bowling tournament and a power lifting competition. Military and civilian personnel

  • Luke 1 launches teams of trust

    May kicks off a year-long commander's campaign, "Building Trust, Deterring Crime." The goal is to build teams where trust of one another and the leader is foundational. The objective is to build trust that promotes a culture of respect and responsibility. This is achieved through various actions

  • SFS handlers paired with canine counterparts

    Editor's note: This is the first in a three-part series on military working dogs.What does it take to build a bond? What if the pair doesn't speak the same language? Members of the 56th Security Forces Squadron are able to construct a strong relationship with military working dogs after being paired

  • Job fair coming Tuesday

    The Luke Air Force Base Airman & Family Readiness Center and the Department of Economic Security Arizona Workforce Connection are hosting a job fair 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday at Club Five Six.The job fair is open to all active-duty, Reserve and Guard members, families, retirees or any other

  • Nurses, most trusted professionals, make contribution at Luke

    The 56th Medical Group is joining the American Nurses Association in celebrating National Nurses Week Monday through May 10. This year's theme is "Delivering Quality & Innovation in Patient Care." The purpose of the week-long celebration is to raise awareness of the value of nursing and help educate