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  • 5th CMSAF shares wisdom, humor

    Retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Robert Gaylor, fifth CMSAF, addressed a group of Airmen during an enlisted call Jan. 25 at Luke Air Force Base. Gaylor was selected as the CMSAF in 1977 and is currently the oldest living CMSAF. During his 30 years of service in the Air Force, he worked in

  • Personal trainers ready, waiting to give extra push

    With 2013 in full swing, many are looking for the best way to achieve the New Year's resolution of getting in better shape. The Luke Air Force Base Bryant Fitness Center knows how important physical fitness is Air Force wide. That's why they're offering free sessions with a personal trainer. There

  • Open house around corner

    The Luke Air Force Base Open House and Air Show, "Storm on the Horizon," is just two months away, and the team organizing the event is getting ready for a jam-packed weekend that occurs just once every two years."We've been working hard as a team since July to bring the people of the valley a

  • Depression has many signs

    Most people have experienced sadness in their lives, but when one is sad more than happy for long periods of time it could be a sign of depression.There are many symptoms of depression other than feeling sad or "blue," according to Capt. Neal Kennington, 56th Medical Operations Squadron clinical

  • Not too late to stop flu

    Every year, especially during winter, people get sick from the flu, but there are ways to lower one's chances of getting sick and speed the healing process."The seasonal flu is from a strain or strains of the influenza virus that causes a contagious respiratory illness infecting the nose, throat and

  • Keeping New Year's resolution calls for plan

    For some people waking up on New Year's Day means a fresh start.For others, it may feel like there is a lot of work ahead, especially if they've made a New Year's resolution. The Examiner reported that American's top three goals for 2013 are sticking to a budget, getting in better shape and

  • NOSC drops anchor at Luke

    The U.S. Navy packed up ship in Phoenix not to move closer to a large body of water but to drop anchor back in the deserts of Arizona. In March of 2012, the Navy Operational Support Center relocated to Luke Air Force Base."We were located on 35th Avenue just off I-10 in a standalone facility that

  • Thunderbolts run for Sandy Hook

    More than 150 Thunderbolts ran in a 5k to help raise money to aid victims and families affected by the Dec. 14, 2012, Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Conn."We were having our squadron children's holiday party when we heard what had happened," said Staff Sgt. Danny Smith, 56th

  • Steer away from drinking, driving

    Every year people die because of others who drive under the influence of alcohol, but the most tragic fact is that they all could have been prevented.However, despite a clear zero-tolerance drinking and driving policy, there are still Airmen who make poor choices, said Senior Airman Christopher

  • Family child care center opens doors

    Oftentimes, Luke Air Force Base members contribute to two missions. One is the job but the other can be just as important -- the one at home. The 56th Force Support Squadron Family Child Care office knows the importance of home life, especially for those with children. That's why the FCC provides