• Don't Fall Victim to Identity Theft

    With the recent cybersecurity incident involvingmore than 4 milion federal workers,, it's a good time to reassess the security of our finances and how we can protect ourselves from identity theft. According to transunion.com, about 19 people per minute fall victim to identity theft.  You may believe

  • What to do with bad gifts

    In our previous articles on gifts from outside sources, we have discussed the general rules, common exclusions (things that don't legally count as a "gift"), and common exceptions (gifts that you can legally accept under limited circumstances).  Although the Standards of Conduct present a variety of

  • Stay cool in the base pool

    The base pool is finally open after months of renovations. A new liner was installed in both the kiddie pool and the main pool along with new pumps. The pool is open Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. Free lap swimming is also available Wednesday and Friday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The cost

  • Unlocking Memories

    It started out as a normal Friday. Jane Utley, a 19th Contracting Squadron procurement analyst, picked up the base newspaper as she headed to her office. She sat down at her desk and began flipping through the pages of the Combat Airlifter while enjoying her cup of coffee. All of a sudden, she saw a

  • Combat Airlifter of the Week

    Tech. Sgt. Aazita Afshari, 913th Airlift Group non-commissioned officer in charge records management, simultaneously managed two additional full time vacant Air Force specialty code positions. She was hand selected for non-commissioned officer academy in residency in July by the unit commander.

  • Combat Airlifter of the Week

    SSgt Jonathan Sanders, 314th Operations Group client skills technician, consistently provides excellent service to the 314th Airlift Wing to include: the commander, vice commander, and command chief. He keeps the Wing connected and up to date with all matters IT; from the Blackberry/iPhone

  • Eagle Eyes vital to spotting danger

    Whether active duty, retired military, civilian or family members see suspicious activity they can report it; everyone plays a vital role in the protection of our Nation's safety and security.The Air Force Office of Special Investigation administers an Air Force-wide program called Eagle Eyes. It's

  • Mission Spotlight -- Master Sgt. Christopher Durney

    Master Sgt. Christopher Durney, 189th Airlift Wing Public Affairs superintendent. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Poe) Why is your job important?I have been a Public Affairs/Public Relations practitioner for more than 30 years, both in and out of the military,

  • Forging new international partnerships

    Contingency training with coalition partners is nothing new to Little Rock Air Force Base Airmen. However, the GREEN FLAG 15-07 exercise that recently took place fostered international partnerships like no other.More than 50 Airmen from across Little Rock AFB participated in the exercise. The

  • Mission Spotlight -- Airman 1st Class Kadeem Warren

    Airman 1st Class Kadeem Warren 714th Training Squadron non-prior service C-130H loadmaster Why is your job important? I provide the means to allow others to complete their tasks and maintain their mission-ready status. What is your favorite part of