Bioenvironmental ensures reservists fit to fight

Chin first, and then place the mask over your face. Breathe deeply and follow the instructions on the screen," directed Tech. Sgt. Sondra Raphael as she signs off on the previous customer, sanitizes the mask insert and calls out for the next customer to take a seat.  Sergeant Raphael, a traditional

Celebrating historic Dover

Team Dover deploys for ORI dry run

Moving beyond the classroom, Team Dover experienced simulated war operations during the Operational Readiness Exercise at Alpena, Mich., April 20 to 25. The exercise was in preparation for the Operational Readiness Inspection in July, when the 436th and 512th Airlift Wings will be evaluated on their

Dover Air Force Base wins Installation Excellence Award

Dover Air Force Base is the Air Force winner of the 2008 Commander-in-Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence, the Department of Defense announced today. "This award validates Team Dover's continuous commitment to full-spectrum excellence, and further demonstrates that the Eagle and Liberty

Liberty Wing honors military’s youngest heroes

The Liberty Wing recognized the "Month of the Military Child" by dedicating a day to honor the children of military members here April 5. "The purpose of this event is to salute our young heroes," said Master Sgt. Linda Berry, Airman and Family Readiness NCO in charge and event assistant. "These

Air Force Reserve celebrates 6o years

The Air Force recognized its 60th birthday last year; this year the Air Force Reserve also has reason to celebrate, as it marks 60 years as a separate service. On April 14, 1948, President Harry Truman, inspired by Reserve programs activated during World War I, officially forged the Air Force

Commentary: Integrity makes a win-win relationship

Many of us are familiar with the most competitive type of relationship, often called win-lose. This type of connection is a zero-sum game by its very nature, meaning the winner gains at the loser's expense. In certain situations, like a football game, this is very appropriate. However, since our

Commentary: Preparing Airmen, Air Force for future

As I wrap up my first year as your command chief, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for making the Liberty Wing one of the best in the Air Force. At this time of year, there's rarely a day that goes by that I don't read about one of our Airmen who, or squadrons that, are being recognized with an

Liberty Wing thanks former reservist for service on 90th birthday

Often referred to as the Greatest Generation, this group of World War II veterans and heroes would most likely state they were not great, but they were only doing what any good American would do when their country called. One daughter of that generation, Karen Kissane of Venice, Fla., wanted her

The 512th MAS named top Readiness Program in AFRC

March 18 Air Force Reserve Command officials announced the 512th Memorial Affairs Squadron received the 2007 Air Force Readiness Program of the Year Award. To be considered for this title, units must exhibit accomplishments in the areas of innovation, management, customer focus and satisfaction, and