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  • Commentary: Air Force Reserve commander shares holiday wishes

    As we look forward to this Holiday Season and the start of 2009, I want to express my gratitude to each of you, your families and employers for the sacrifices you make for our great country each and every day. Much has been asked and each reservist and family member has given of themselves for their

  • Commentary: Homestead pilot gives thanks

    Members of the 482nd Fighter Wing, I've had an opportunity to thank many of you personally. The Thanksgiving spirit and the Holiday Season catches me in a deliberate state to ensure I close the entire loop of gratitude for spending another year with my family after nearly losing my life Jan. 15,

  • Protect your identity while holiday shopping online

    We are about to enter one of the most vulnerable times for identity theft. While the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas might be the busiest shopping season of the year; with it also comes the increased risk for identity theft. This holiday season is poised to be especially dangerous, thanks to

  • Military Family Appreciation Week

    Military Family Appreciation Week begins Nov. 21, and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff issued a message Nov. 20 noting the observance. Here is the text of Navy Adm. Michael G. Mullen's message: "This month, as we celebrate our blessings, and give thanks for our freedom to enjoy them, we

  • Base supports America Recycles Day

    To help celebrate America Recycles Day, Homestead Air Reserve Base opened a 24-hour, drive-up accumulation point for recyclable materials during a brief ceremony on Nov. 14. Operated by the 482nd Civil Engineering Environmental Flight, the new drop-off bins are located on the north end of building

  • Remembering the sacrifices and service of our veterans

    Veterans Day, purposely set aside to remember the sacrifices and service of our nation's veterans; it is a special day indeed. We honor the men and women who have valiantly and selflessly devoted themselves to something greater than themselves - the United States of America, the greatest republic on

  • New law allows salutes in civvies during anthem

    Veterans and servicemembers not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem, thanks to changes in federal law that took effect in October. "The military salute is a unique gesture of respect that marks those who have served in our nation's armed