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  • Civilians integral in Air Force mission

    A team of civilians has been performing essential repairs on grounded F-16 Fighting Falcons here and has worked closely with 56th Maintenance Group flightline and backshop maintainers since Aug. 25. The depot field team from the 309th Maintenance Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, has occupied Phase

  • Get ‘real’ during the holidays

    There is nothing that puts this writer in a holiday mood more than the scent of a newly cut Christmas tree. Members of the Luke Air Force Base family will have the opportunity to take home a freshly cut tree Saturday when the holiday staples are given away by 56th Services Squadron. The trees are

  • Medical health professionals provide traumatic stress response

    Traumatic events can occur at any time or place, and can leave a lasting impression on those involved. Just ask the survivors of hurricane Ike, or the rescue and investigation teams involved in any air disaster. Being placed in such situations can have serious ramifications and take a toll on those

  • Luke members win gold, silver

    Two Airmen from Luke Air Force Base competed in the 2008 All Military National Racquetball Tournament in San Diego and returned with one gold and three silver medals. Master Sgt. Todd Elias, ranked number 29 in the state of Arizona, and Maj. Chad Jennings are both avid racquetball players. They have

  • Turkey bringeth as one

    Seated in front of a room full of peers, two coaches faced off like heavyweight fighters at a press conference Oct. 23, knocking down questions and dodging jeers from attendees about the 8th annual Turkey Bowl match. Described as a match of 'epic proportions,' the 607th Air Control Squadron's

  • Three ‘rare’ children visit Luke as pilots for day

    Sometimes life can be hard and sometimes it can be easy, but imagine how would it be to live life by the hands of a clock. For three children who visited Luke Air Force Base Nov. 13, as part of a pilot for a day tour, life is just that way. Brittney "Crafty" Carroll, 14, and brothers, Robert "Indy,"

  • Luke AFB honors, informs retirees

    Military retirees and their families can ask questions, get answers and take a look at what their benefits do for them, during Luke Air Force Base's annual Retiree Appreciation Day from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday. The day is designed to show what Luke has to offer the more than 100,000 retirees who

  • Safe food handling basic for happy holidays

    The holidays complete with turkey and stuffing are quickly approaching. It may be great food but it is always good to remember food safety when preparing and cooking food, and cooling leftovers. Steps to follow to keep safe and healthy during the holiday feast are: · Wash hands often, especially

  • American Indian Heritage Luncheon huge success

    Magnificent, inspiring, and spectacular are often overused adjectives. But in the case of the American Indian Heritage Luncheon Nov. 12 at the Desert Star Club, these words were echoed time and again to describe the premier event, attended by more than 150 people. Raenell Sandercock, 56th Services

  • Every month is military family month

    For the past 12 years the president of the United States has proclaimed a month to honor the dedication and sacrifice of the families of military servicemembers. The month is November. Recognition of the importance of the military family has been a long time coming. These quiet, unsung heroes have