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  • 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

  • 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

  • CFC contributions exceed base goal

    It was down at the midway point, but due to the continual efforts of squadron Combined Federal Campaign representatives and the generosity of Luke Air Force Base Thunderbolts, the base came from behind to exceed this year's CFC fund-raising goal. The goal for Luke this year was $230,000 and

  • Luke Air Force Base Adopt-a-family

    Luke Air Force Base members have the opportunity to take care of Airmen in need during the holidays by 'adopting' a family and providing them holiday gifts though the Adopt-A-Family program. This program is entirely anonymous. Financially challenged Luke families are identified to first sergeants,

  • 310th FS takes on B-course

    For years, pilots of the 310th Fighter Squadron have taught future fliers the unique mission of Forward Air Control-Airborne, and specialties such as the use of night vision goggles and targeting pods, but starting Monday they will take on a new mission. Instructors with the 310th FS will begin

  • Commander in touch with every Thunderbolt

    The Luke Air Force Base wing commander, Brig. Gen. Kurt Neubauer, spoke to nearly every Thunderbolt last week as a part of his quarterly commander's calls. These commander's calls not only provide the boss with an opportunity to speak about time-sensitive issues pertinent to Luke Airmen, but also

  • Promotions a privilege, not a right

    You received the good news -- you made the cut-off and you have a line number. You feel relieved and you realize finally your studying has paid off. Many Airmen assume if they study enough and get a line number they automatically get promoted. The Air Force promotion policy is to select individuals